It’s wild to think how something as everyday as a mobile app is rooted in so many deep IT fundamentals. After learning more throughout this course, I now see how connected my blog topic is to everything we’ve studied—from the history of computers to networks and databases. Web and mobile apps aren’t just creative tools or job-generating platforms; they result from decades of IT evolution, hardware innovation, and software development (Hanif et al., 2019). Tied to Tech’s Origins and Operation Web and mobile apps wouldn’t exist without the evolution of computing. Applications have gone from running on massive mainframe computers to living in the cloud today. They remain closely tied to the foundational IT principles of input/output, software architecture, networking, and programming logic. We witness a modern take on decades of computer science advancement each time we tap an app. Hardware Still Matters Even though apps seem simple, they rely on essential hardwar...
I chose the topic of Sales since I am a licensed insurance agent who spends most of my workday writing auto and home policies and working directly with clients while using my computer. Everything I do daily for my job currently relies on computer-based systems. Our software platforms allow me to input client information and receive quotes based on our rates. CRM (Customer Relationship Management) systems help me follow up or find potential prospects, schedule renewals, and reviews, and keep my book of business organized and trackable. Most of the time, communication (outside of coming "in person" to the office) is done by using email, text, and electronic signatures, which makes things super convenient compared to having a massive physical paper trail for hundreds or thousands of clients. Computer literacy isn't optional; it's critical. I must understand how to move between our systems smoothly, protect sensitive client data, and adapt quickly whenever sof...