Project Materials

AN ASSESSMENT OF THE PROBLEMS AND PROSPECTS OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY (ICT) AND IT’S EFFECT ON SECRETARIES   

Abstract

A case study of Federal Polytechnic Nasarawa was conducted as part of this project titled “A Assessment of Problems and Prospects of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and its Effects on Secretaries” in order to assess the impact of ICT on the Secretary’s work. The research questions that were utilised were: what are the issues linked to ICT? How does the use of ICT impact the Secretary’s efficiency and effectiveness? We combed over the relevant literature. The research was conducted utilising structured questionnaires as the instrument. The data collected was analysed using a mean-based method based on the four-point Likert scale. The findings indicate that secretaries encounter several challenges when carrying out their duties. One of these is the threat of viruses. Another issue is the risk of information loss due to hackers or imposters. Other problems related to information and communication technology include unprotected downloaded files and the actions of unauthorised users. Organisations should install antivirus software on computer systems to detect, identify, and destroy infections. This will ensure proper information security. Moreover, it can aid in the prevention of injury by facilitating the interception of viruses. In addition, groups or people concerned with data security should put measures in place to monitor employees and contractors for signs of fraud or illegal activity.

CHAPTER ONE

INTRODUCTION

1.1 Background of the Study 

In its new educational system, Nigeria has acknowledged the potential of information and communication technology (ICT). There was a strong call for the incorporation of ICT into Nigeria’s school curriculum in the country’s policy on computer education.

Incorporating university administration into the pedagogical and scholastic processes through the use of ICT resources is the primary goal of ICT in higher education. E-mail, the internet, CAMs, e-libraries, and facsimiles are all examples of information and communication technology (ICT) facilities.

On the other hand, information and communication technologies (ICTs) are a group of related technologies that are characterised by the internet and its practical application in information-accessed communication. The Internet connects computers all around the globe and