This document provides an introduction to information and communication technology (ICT). It defines ICT as the use of electronic computers, communication devices, and software to process, store, protect, transmit, and retrieve information. The document outlines the key components of ICT - information, communication, and technology. It also discusses the impact of ICT on society such as effective information sharing, paperless environments, faster communication, and social problems. Both the positive and negative impacts of technology on society are explored, including improvements to agriculture, transportation, communication, and education, as well as issues like resource depletion, pollution, and population increases.