v“Snail” mail is information technology!
ØMoving(?) information across a network.
ØOne way, not two way! Not an exchange.
ØUsually one-to-one, but not always (mass mailings).
ØAccepting orders by mail: known customers.
ØAccepting orders by mail: unknown customers.
Ø+: A “serial” process.
Ø+: Creates a record.
Ø--: Delayed information processing (slow).
Ø--: Information is hard-copy, not electronic
   (data requires re-entry).
Ø+: Can move goods as well as information.
vThe fax is information technology.
Ø+: Speed.
Ø+: Record (but not a legal signature in some states).
Ø--: Cost.

Info. Technology Without a Computer
A Human is the Information Processor