Digital Technology Culture Flashcards
Define digital culture
This refers to culture shaped by the emergence and use of digital technologies
Define the Internet
This refers to a global network of interconnected computers that helps in the sharing and receiving of information.
What is computer security?
Computer security is a system that protects critical information and data that are stored in a computer system from unauthorized use, harm, theft or misuse.
What is information security?
This is the protection of sensitive information from unauthorized activities, including unauthorized access, unlawful use, disclose, devaluation, inspection, modification, recording, and any disruption or destruction(malicious actions).
Define computer crime
Any criminal activity that either targets or uses a computer, a computer network or a network device.
Mention four examples of computer crimes.
Cracking
Malware
Denial Of Service Attack
Unauthorised Access
Hacking
Software Piracy
Define cybercrime.
A criminal activity that takes place in the cyberspace and causes harm mostly to the individual rather than the physical computer.
Mention three examples of cybercrimes
Online fraud
identity thefts.
child pornography
Cyber espionage.
Cyber stalking.
Cyber bullying.
phishing
Harvesting.
How does ICT impact business?
E-business
This consists of buying, selling, marketing and servicing of products and services over computer networks.
Telecommuting
Technology has made it possible for individuals to stay at home and work, communicating with their offices, using a combination of computers, modems, telephones, mobile phones, emails and other ICT devices.
What is stock control?
This is the use of computers and its related technologies to keep track of stock inventory of a business.
Define e banking.
This refers to all forms of banking services and transactions performed through electronic means
What is computer aided design?
This is a computer technology that designs a product and documents the designs process. It helps produce accurate designs which can be 2D or 3D diagrams.
What is computer aided manufacturing?
This is the use of software and computer controlled machinery to automate a manufacturing process.
How does ict impact education?
Referencing Information
Distance learning
E-learning
Computer aided Assessment
Computer assisted learning
computer based training
Differentiate between distance learning and e-learning.
Distance learning.
It’s a way of learning remotely without being in regular face to face contact with a teacher in the classroom.
E-learning
This is the delivery of learning and training through electronic devices where the student is able to set their own pace of study and improve their IT skills while using devices.
