Section: A
1) Poverty
2) Unemployment
3) Cost of connectivity
4) Gender equality
5) Poor infrastructure
6) Age
1. POVERTY
South-Africa is also dealing with this massive hurdle called poverty, people living in this condition finds it difficult to afford
technology and even to maintain it. The human development reports [HDR] states that 18,9 of the population is living in
poverty.
The fact that this group of people cannot afford technology causes then to get lost and left behind.
Poverty gap can be narrowed by launching programs to educate people who have no access to digital devices.
2. UNEMPLOYMENT
Unemployment will always be an important factor for me because the rate keeps on increasing year after year. According
to stats SA QUARTER LABOUR FORCE SURVEY [QLFS] the unemployment rate is 32,6% in South-Africa.
The unemployment factor leads to poverty and poverty leads to people not being able to afford technology, also to not be
able to afford connectivity rates.
The unemployment gap can be narrowed by creating more employment opportunities. To make people in South-Africa
more employable and to encourage small business owners.
3. COST OF CONNECTIVITY
To get connectivity in South-Africa is expensive and seeing that the unemployment rate is high makes it twice as difficult
for some people to pay for connectivity rates.
This creates a gap between people who can afford rates and those who cannot afford connectivity meaning that people
who cannot afford it will simply not have a connection.
This gap can be narrowed by applying more affordable prices for the cost of connectivity.
4. GENDER EQUALITY
This is a factor that still reside in South-Africa Gender Equality gives people the perception that one gender is more
prominent than the other.
PWC states HERE that in the contemporary world you will find more males understanding and making use of technology
than females.
Gender Equality can be narrowed by raising equality awareness so that women can access ict’s just as much as men do.
Also, by implementing campaigns to drive gender equality.
5) POOR INFRASTRUCTURE
Although South-Africa have one of the largest ict’s markets it is still a developing country and there is still a lot of gaps
in the infrastructure.
DBSA also states HERE that Poor infrastructure causes the whole chain of production to be damaged this disruption
impacts development and leads to a difficult living environment for people.
Poor infrastructure can be narrowed by implementing sustainable support systems. Also, to make it a goal to repair
infrastructure so that the living conditions of people can be better.
6) AGE
The age gap consists of young people and our older generation. In this fast-growing world of technology which
according to TECHNOLOGY ADOPTION STATISTICS stands at 60% we get millennials who adjust and move with
technology and on the other hand older people who just stagnate.
The divide is created by older people who lack knowledge about modern day technology because they show no
interest.
This gap can be narrowed by releasing more user-friendly technology that older people can easily adapt to also by
making older people part of future movements so that they can feel included.
• This is my new list I created, some of the factors are similar my first list also some factors I moved according to
importance for me. This list was influenced by interactions with different students and seeing their viewpoint on
certain topics and by doing more research.
References
1. https://www.globalcitizen.org/en/content/1-in-5-south-africans-living-extreme-poverty-un/
2. https://www.statssa.gov.za/publications/P0211/Media%20release%20QLFS%20Q1%202021.pdf
3. https://www.pwc.co.za/en/press-room/changing-gender-perceptions-and-behaviours-in-the-
workplace.html#:~:text=Women%20currently%20hold%2019%25%20of,%2C%20with%20men%20representing%2072
%25.
4. https://www.ced.org/solutions-briefs/todays-infrastructure-improvements-will-drive-tomorrows-
economy#:~:text=To%20advance%20an%20agenda%20for,planning%20and%20decision%20making%20through
5. https://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2019/09/09/us-generations-technology-use/
, SECTION: B
FEATURES:
1. PROCESSOR – intel core i5 1135g7 processor
• With this processing ability my notebook will process data fast also it will have a high processing
ability.
2. GRAPHICS – integrated Intel® Iris® Xᵉ Graphics
• Ensure that I have a quick response in graphic display and have a smooth look on my notebook.
3. DISPLAY – 35.6 CM 14’’ diagonal fhd display
• To have an easy read on my notebook because the display is not large my picture quality will not
be weak.
4. STORAGE CAPACITY – 16GB RAM, 1TB HDD storage
• Have more than enough space available on my device to store my data on.
5. BATTERY – 3-cell ,41 wh li-ion [supports battery fast charge]
• Since my notebook is portable a long-lasting battery is mandatory.
6. CONNECTIVITY PORTS – type:c, type: a, hdmi, ac smart pin, headphone/microphone input
• So that my device will support all port inputs to make Import and export of files easy.
7. WINDOWS – windows 10 home
• Have a more user-friendly window version installed.
8. ID – touch id
• To have easy access for myself as the user of my device with just a touch I can lock and
unlock my device.
APPLICATIONS:
1. MICROSOFT SUIT – Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Microsoft team
• To have programs available where I can complete and compile work, I need to do. Also join in on
meetings and have a workspace available to chat.
2. ADOBE READER – PRINTING, SIGNING, PDF DOCUMENTS
• Have my notebook so advance that I can sign documents on it, open pdf files and print
documents from it.
3. ANTI-MALWARE – NORTON, MALWAREBYTES
• Have my notebook always protected against any virus/threads.
4. WEB APPLICATIONS – GMAIL, AOL
• So that I can have applications that run directly on a web server.
5. GOOGLE PLAY – APPLICATIONS, BOOKS, TV
• Have a platform where I can get access to different applications I need, also I can get access to
books.
6. FILE CONVERSIONS – CloudConvert, Convertio
• To have applications to my disposal where I can convert a file to any format needed.
7. CLOUD STORAGE – Google drive, dropbox
• Be able to store my data that I have gathered on the internet using these storage applications.
8. PC CLEANER – Avast, Avg
• To maintain my pc health by keeping it clean, and to get rid of unwanted files and space.
, FACTORS ADDRESSED BY SOME FEATURES AND APPLICATIONS:
1) TRANSFEREBILITY
❖ With the type c, type a, HDMI and ac smart input feature makes the transfer of data, files simple
as with the port inputs my device support it is easy to import and export files or documents from
one device to other.
2) EASE OF MASTERY
❖ Windows 10 home 64 that I have installed on my notebook makes it very easy for the user to use
as it is user friendly.
3) LEVERAGE
❖ Because my device is portable, I can transport it wherever I need to be and the long-lasting
battery my device will have lasting battery life and I will be able to use it for long periods of time
without charging it.
4) AFFORDABILITY
❖ The notebook self is affordable as you can get one for a decent price and with the notebook you
pay for the more comfortable option.
5) ADAPTABILITY
❖ The storage capacity I have on my notebook allows my device to have large files but still perform
good. My 1 TB storage space can host large files, applications and still have multiple space
available plus rapid performance.
6) PARTICIPATORY
❖ The Microsoft suite also have Microsoft teams and with teams on my device I can join online
meetings and workshops also have access to participate on an online platform.
7) GENERATIVE CAPACITY
❖ With the 16 GB amount of ram also the high processing ability my device will be able to process
data quickly through this my speed on my device will not be affected.
8) ACCESSIBILITY
❖ With web applications like g-mail, AOL I have on my device I can get access to online mail I might
receive.
▪ By commenting on different student’s assignments and having multiple students commenting on
my assignment was helpful because I can reflect on that as I compiled this section. My mind was
challenged and exposed to different debates also mindsets that I can learn from. This section
was influenced by doing better and more in-depth research and with different comments from
students.
References:
1. https://www.techradar.com/news/best-rugged-laptops
2. https://www.globalbrandsmagazine.com/top-10-laptop-brands-in-the-world/
3. https://techspectacle.com/most-reliable-laptops/
4. https://www.rollingstone.com/product-recommendations/electronics/longest-lasting-
laptops-1180858/
1) Poverty
2) Unemployment
3) Cost of connectivity
4) Gender equality
5) Poor infrastructure
6) Age
1. POVERTY
South-Africa is also dealing with this massive hurdle called poverty, people living in this condition finds it difficult to afford
technology and even to maintain it. The human development reports [HDR] states that 18,9 of the population is living in
poverty.
The fact that this group of people cannot afford technology causes then to get lost and left behind.
Poverty gap can be narrowed by launching programs to educate people who have no access to digital devices.
2. UNEMPLOYMENT
Unemployment will always be an important factor for me because the rate keeps on increasing year after year. According
to stats SA QUARTER LABOUR FORCE SURVEY [QLFS] the unemployment rate is 32,6% in South-Africa.
The unemployment factor leads to poverty and poverty leads to people not being able to afford technology, also to not be
able to afford connectivity rates.
The unemployment gap can be narrowed by creating more employment opportunities. To make people in South-Africa
more employable and to encourage small business owners.
3. COST OF CONNECTIVITY
To get connectivity in South-Africa is expensive and seeing that the unemployment rate is high makes it twice as difficult
for some people to pay for connectivity rates.
This creates a gap between people who can afford rates and those who cannot afford connectivity meaning that people
who cannot afford it will simply not have a connection.
This gap can be narrowed by applying more affordable prices for the cost of connectivity.
4. GENDER EQUALITY
This is a factor that still reside in South-Africa Gender Equality gives people the perception that one gender is more
prominent than the other.
PWC states HERE that in the contemporary world you will find more males understanding and making use of technology
than females.
Gender Equality can be narrowed by raising equality awareness so that women can access ict’s just as much as men do.
Also, by implementing campaigns to drive gender equality.
5) POOR INFRASTRUCTURE
Although South-Africa have one of the largest ict’s markets it is still a developing country and there is still a lot of gaps
in the infrastructure.
DBSA also states HERE that Poor infrastructure causes the whole chain of production to be damaged this disruption
impacts development and leads to a difficult living environment for people.
Poor infrastructure can be narrowed by implementing sustainable support systems. Also, to make it a goal to repair
infrastructure so that the living conditions of people can be better.
6) AGE
The age gap consists of young people and our older generation. In this fast-growing world of technology which
according to TECHNOLOGY ADOPTION STATISTICS stands at 60% we get millennials who adjust and move with
technology and on the other hand older people who just stagnate.
The divide is created by older people who lack knowledge about modern day technology because they show no
interest.
This gap can be narrowed by releasing more user-friendly technology that older people can easily adapt to also by
making older people part of future movements so that they can feel included.
• This is my new list I created, some of the factors are similar my first list also some factors I moved according to
importance for me. This list was influenced by interactions with different students and seeing their viewpoint on
certain topics and by doing more research.
References
1. https://www.globalcitizen.org/en/content/1-in-5-south-africans-living-extreme-poverty-un/
2. https://www.statssa.gov.za/publications/P0211/Media%20release%20QLFS%20Q1%202021.pdf
3. https://www.pwc.co.za/en/press-room/changing-gender-perceptions-and-behaviours-in-the-
workplace.html#:~:text=Women%20currently%20hold%2019%25%20of,%2C%20with%20men%20representing%2072
%25.
4. https://www.ced.org/solutions-briefs/todays-infrastructure-improvements-will-drive-tomorrows-
economy#:~:text=To%20advance%20an%20agenda%20for,planning%20and%20decision%20making%20through
5. https://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2019/09/09/us-generations-technology-use/
, SECTION: B
FEATURES:
1. PROCESSOR – intel core i5 1135g7 processor
• With this processing ability my notebook will process data fast also it will have a high processing
ability.
2. GRAPHICS – integrated Intel® Iris® Xᵉ Graphics
• Ensure that I have a quick response in graphic display and have a smooth look on my notebook.
3. DISPLAY – 35.6 CM 14’’ diagonal fhd display
• To have an easy read on my notebook because the display is not large my picture quality will not
be weak.
4. STORAGE CAPACITY – 16GB RAM, 1TB HDD storage
• Have more than enough space available on my device to store my data on.
5. BATTERY – 3-cell ,41 wh li-ion [supports battery fast charge]
• Since my notebook is portable a long-lasting battery is mandatory.
6. CONNECTIVITY PORTS – type:c, type: a, hdmi, ac smart pin, headphone/microphone input
• So that my device will support all port inputs to make Import and export of files easy.
7. WINDOWS – windows 10 home
• Have a more user-friendly window version installed.
8. ID – touch id
• To have easy access for myself as the user of my device with just a touch I can lock and
unlock my device.
APPLICATIONS:
1. MICROSOFT SUIT – Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Microsoft team
• To have programs available where I can complete and compile work, I need to do. Also join in on
meetings and have a workspace available to chat.
2. ADOBE READER – PRINTING, SIGNING, PDF DOCUMENTS
• Have my notebook so advance that I can sign documents on it, open pdf files and print
documents from it.
3. ANTI-MALWARE – NORTON, MALWAREBYTES
• Have my notebook always protected against any virus/threads.
4. WEB APPLICATIONS – GMAIL, AOL
• So that I can have applications that run directly on a web server.
5. GOOGLE PLAY – APPLICATIONS, BOOKS, TV
• Have a platform where I can get access to different applications I need, also I can get access to
books.
6. FILE CONVERSIONS – CloudConvert, Convertio
• To have applications to my disposal where I can convert a file to any format needed.
7. CLOUD STORAGE – Google drive, dropbox
• Be able to store my data that I have gathered on the internet using these storage applications.
8. PC CLEANER – Avast, Avg
• To maintain my pc health by keeping it clean, and to get rid of unwanted files and space.
, FACTORS ADDRESSED BY SOME FEATURES AND APPLICATIONS:
1) TRANSFEREBILITY
❖ With the type c, type a, HDMI and ac smart input feature makes the transfer of data, files simple
as with the port inputs my device support it is easy to import and export files or documents from
one device to other.
2) EASE OF MASTERY
❖ Windows 10 home 64 that I have installed on my notebook makes it very easy for the user to use
as it is user friendly.
3) LEVERAGE
❖ Because my device is portable, I can transport it wherever I need to be and the long-lasting
battery my device will have lasting battery life and I will be able to use it for long periods of time
without charging it.
4) AFFORDABILITY
❖ The notebook self is affordable as you can get one for a decent price and with the notebook you
pay for the more comfortable option.
5) ADAPTABILITY
❖ The storage capacity I have on my notebook allows my device to have large files but still perform
good. My 1 TB storage space can host large files, applications and still have multiple space
available plus rapid performance.
6) PARTICIPATORY
❖ The Microsoft suite also have Microsoft teams and with teams on my device I can join online
meetings and workshops also have access to participate on an online platform.
7) GENERATIVE CAPACITY
❖ With the 16 GB amount of ram also the high processing ability my device will be able to process
data quickly through this my speed on my device will not be affected.
8) ACCESSIBILITY
❖ With web applications like g-mail, AOL I have on my device I can get access to online mail I might
receive.
▪ By commenting on different student’s assignments and having multiple students commenting on
my assignment was helpful because I can reflect on that as I compiled this section. My mind was
challenged and exposed to different debates also mindsets that I can learn from. This section
was influenced by doing better and more in-depth research and with different comments from
students.
References:
1. https://www.techradar.com/news/best-rugged-laptops
2. https://www.globalbrandsmagazine.com/top-10-laptop-brands-in-the-world/
3. https://techspectacle.com/most-reliable-laptops/
4. https://www.rollingstone.com/product-recommendations/electronics/longest-lasting-
laptops-1180858/
