Digital and Technological Solutions: Exploring the foundations of digitization (English Edition)

Introducing a groundbreaking textbook specifically tailored for the newly designed course "Digital and Technological Solutions" under the New Education Policy NEP-2020. This comprehensive book, titled "Digital and Technological Solutions: Exploring the Foundations," is a valuable resource for undergraduate students across a wide range of disciplines. It aims to equip students with the necessary knowledge and skills to understand and utilize digital technologies effectively in their respective fields. This book teaches digital systems, exploring number systems, logic gates, and computer architecture. It covers hardware, software (system and application), and operating systems. Network fundamentals like LANs, WANs, routers, and the internet are addressed. Information systems used in organizations, including e-commerce and digital marketing, are explained. Focusing on India, the book explores the "Digital India" initiative and its emphasis on digital infrastructure and e-Governance. The book examines digital payments (UPI, e-wallets) and cybersecurity measures. Finally, emerging technologies like cloud computing, big data, IoT, VR, blockchain, robotics, AI, and 3D printing are introduced. This book serves as an indispensable resource for the "Digital and Technological Solutions" course, providing a strong foundation that prepares students for the digital challenges and opportunities they will encounter in their academic and professional journeys. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN ¿ The foundations of digital systems, like data representation and the use of number systems and their evolution over time. ¿ Essential tools and technologies in Information and Communication Technology (ICT). ¿ E-commerce and digital marketing concepts, including benefits and challenges. ¿ Digital payment systems, their features, and popular platforms. ¿ Cybersecurity threats, precautions, and safety measures. ¿ Emerging technologies such as cloud computing, big data, IoT, virtual reality, blockchain, robotics, and Artificial Intelligence. WHO THIS BOOK IS FOR The target audience for this book includes undergraduate students from diverse academic backgrounds, including life sciences, mathematics, commerce, management, arts, and technology. Additionally, the book is also for individuals who are new to computer science subjects.