UGC NET Paper 1 Notes – Information and Communication Technology (ICT) + MCQs
Main Objective: Assess your awareness of basic ICT concepts, common digital tools, internet applications, and their relevance in education, communication, and daily life.
Syllabus Breakdown & What to Focus On
| Subtopic | What to Study | Key Pointers |
| 1. ICT: Meaning, Advantages, Disadvantages, and Uses | – ICT = Tools for processing and communicating information: Computers, Internet, Email, Smart boards, Cloud apps
– Advantages: Speed, accessibility, scalability, storage – Disadvantages: Digital divide, distraction, cyber risks – Uses in education: e-learning, digital classrooms, MOOCs |
Think of ICT as the backbone of digital education. Learn practical classroom examples: Google Forms for assessments, LMS platforms, etc. |
| 2. General Abbreviations and Terminology | – Common terms: ICT, URL, HTTP, IP, DNS, ISP, PDF, HTML, USB, CPU, RAM
– Email terms: CC, BCC, Subject, Attachment – Educational tech: LMS, CBT, OER, MOOC |
These are frequent MCQ items. Keep a cheat sheet of 50+ abbreviations and update weekly. |
| 3. Basics of Internet and Emailing | – Internet: Definition, browsers, IP address, domain, search engines
– Emailing: Structure of an email, etiquette, spam filters, attachment size limits – Cyber terms: phishing, malware, cookies |
Understand components of an email and basic cyber hygiene. Know how DNS, IP, and domain names interact. |
Common Abbreviations to Remember
| Term | Full Form | Usage |
| ICT | Information and Communication Technology | Digital teaching and learning |
| URL | Uniform Resource Locator | Web address (e.g., https://…) |
| HTTP/HTTPS | Hypertext Transfer Protocol (Secure) | Used in web browsers |
| IP Address | Internet Protocol Address | Unique ID for a device |
| DNS | Domain Name System | Converts website names to IP |
| Portable Document Format | Common file format | |
| CPU | Central Processing Unit | Brain of the computer |
| RAM | Random Access Memory | Temporary working memory |
Smart Study Tips
- Prepare flashcards for abbreviations and full forms.
- Practise identifying ICT uses in real classroom or workplace scenarios.
- Read daily updates on current ICT trends in education (e.g., NEP’s digital education vision).
- Watch short explainer videos on email etiquette, cloud computing, MOOCs, etc.