Abstract
Technology is now a key factor in driving the economies of
the world. Whether it is the field of pure or medical
sciences; management or social science; technology’s
involvement and influence is there. Technology and its fast
adoption have not only changed the traditional way of
doing businesses but also directly affected the individual
personalities, societies and nations. It has increased the
efficiency, horizon the span of knowledge and
strengthened the medium of information seeking. Websites
being an essential tool of information technology have
affected all industries. As web technology facilitates
information and knowledge sharing therefore very much
relevant and most applicable to educational institutions.
Educational institutions use websites to share information
with prospective students, existing students, researcher
and else whosoever is interested to know about the
institution. Likewise website of other organizations where
organizations try to promote and introduce their product
and services, educational websites also make efforts to
transfer institution’s related information to the public
specially those mentioned above. As Information
Technology has changed the way of doing business,
similarly, it has changed the traditional way of seeking
knowledge. Unlimited educational information is available
through Internet, which does not only facilitate students
and researchers to get online information but also help
them to share information and views across the borders.
With the innovation of Internet technology and its wide
usage, there is no physical barrier to information and
knowledge. Due to removal of this barrier organizations’
emphasis towards hiring and employing “knowledge
workers” has been increased.
Muhammad Kamran Jamil, Syed Asad Hussain. (2004) Significance of Sharing Information using Websites for Educational Institutions in Pakistan, Journal of Independent Studies and Research-Management, Social Sciences and Economics, Volume-02, Issue-1.
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