Introduction:
Advances in information technology will revolutionize human civilization. Never before has knowledge been so easily as instantly accessible as it is now. Information has the power to change culture customs and communities.
Development of Thought:
No other technology in the last 300 years has had the kind of impact that information technology will have on the social, political and economic fabric of society. Information technology will change the way we think, act, educate, and associate.
The Information revolution will have far-reaching implications on political ideologies and social thought- It will invade not only offices and homes but also farms and fields, health centers and hospitals and many other critical activities and areas of production, services and development.
It will help cross social barriers and national boundaries and network people from every part of the world, irrespective on their nationalities.
Conclusion:
The new vistas of knowledge opened up by the information revolution will have far-reaching impact. It will break down barriers, foster freedom and democratic values and help harness human talent for global peace and co-operation rather than war and confrontation.
Information is essentially a starting point for knowledge. Knowledge is required for decision making and for taking initiative.
It is only through initiative that one can take appropriate action to implement ideas, programmes and projects. It will provide new tools to deal with knowledge, and as a result, will have far- reaching implications on the future decision-making process.
Information Technology has come as a force to move our cultures, customs and communities and advance human civilization. In the process, it will find new applications. Create new jobs and bring equality. It is generally believed that information technology is only for the rich and the affluent and is needed only in a