3.1.16 Use of computer technology in society Flashcards
advantages of technology on society {11}
- organises information
- can multitask
- can work for longer
- communication over long distances
- quickly finds information (e.g search engines for education)
- cashless catering
- self-service check-outs
- automated systems
- hands-free systems
- detect thefts
advantages of technology on society {11}
ethical issues
- less value in human workers
- automated systems can fail (e.g aircrafts can crash)
- plagiarising
- illegal use of facilities (e.g accessing inappropriate websites)
- damaging/ stealing and illegally using ICT facilities and files belonging to others
- cyberbullying
- hacking
- piracy
- waste disposal
- health effects; worsened eyesight from radiation/ strained eyes (too much screen time)
- weight gain; more computer time=less exercise
use of technology in business
{3 adv, 1 disadv}
- stock exchange done automatically vs. manually (multitasking makes it more efficient)
- computers organise/ deal with information better
- develops the industry
- less jobs due to technology replacing jobs
use of technology in medicine
{4 adv, 4 disadv}
- better quality of life e.g. artificial limbs, communication devices using eye movements
- prolonged, healthier lives for patients
- aids in drug research/ development
- saves paper
- not all patients can afford treatment (digital divide)
- machines replaces jobs (=less jobs)
- privacy of patients at risk of hackers
- much skill required to handle technology
use of technology in education
{4 adv, 4 disadv}
- better teaching
- learn applicable knowledge
- increases engagement and motivation
- wider access to information
- not everyone can afford technology for educational use (digital divide)
- cyberbullying
- antisocial behaviour
- procrastination (distraction)
environmental effects of use of technology
{2 adv, 1 disadv}
- eco-technology is more sustainable (solar panels, wind turbines)
- enables more efficient use of fuel
- pollution caused to produce eco-technology (aids to global warming)
what is ‘digital divide’?
the gap between people who can access technology and people who can’t
who stands on the wrong side of the digital divide?
people who have limited/ no access to new technologies and he opportunities they bring
how does geographic location affect digital divide?
some countries lack the infrastructure needs to support ICT
how does income affect digital divide?
some people lack financial resources to purchase the technology
how does gender affect digital divide?
some technologies are more attractive to 1 gender than another
how does knowledge and skills affect digital divide?
some people may lack the knowledge and skills to make use of the technology
Exam tip:
you should be able to evaluate the impact of and issues related to the use of computer technology in society
what is IP? (not IP address)
Intellectual Property
what does IP refer to?
creations of the mind (names, images, designs etc) used in commerce
