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Mod 2.3: Online Lifestyles Flashcards

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2 methods we can connect to the internet

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wireless(mobile) and wired (fixed) internet access

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2 types of fixed internet access

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ADSL and Fiber

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what are the limitation of wired internet access

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  • lack of portability
  • can be expensive
  • you may not be in an area that has adsl/ fibre coverage
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what does FTTH and FTTB stand for

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FTTH- fibre to the home

FTTB- fibre to the business

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what are the 4 different wireless internet access

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WiFi, WiMax, Bluetooth, 3G and 4G

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WiFi internet acccess

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Wireless-Fidelity is a wireless networking technology that uses radio waves to provide network access between computers and other computing devices. It is measured in meters

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explain what a hotspot is

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  • it is a wireless network that uses WiFi technology and has been set up for mobile computers and other computing devices with built-in wireless capability
  • Place where a WiFi network has been created
  • Area in which devices can connect is quite small
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what is WISP

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Wireless Internet Service Provider is a subscription in which you pay per connection , per day or month

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explain WiMax in details

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Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access is an upgrade on WiFi that is more secure and allows wireless devices to communicate with another over a wider range that WiFi. It is measure in Kilometres

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what is a Bluetooth internet access

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Bluetooth refers to a wireless technology that allows devices such as mice, cellphones, etc to communicate over a relatively short distance

it can be used as a way for a mobile hotsport to share its Internet connections with other devices throughput the speed will not necessarily be grate

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what is 3G and 4G lte

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they are generations of mobile phone technology that uses high infrastructures of network and are 3G/4G enabled handsets. They enable cellphones to offer a high-speed internet access as well as high-quality data,videos, etc using cellular phone networks

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describe browsers and email clients on mobile devices

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  • Email
  • in formatting messages
  • Can be ‘pushed’ from account to device
  • Internet
  • Graphics/tables may not display correctly
  • Pages that depend on pop-up windows may not work correctly
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name the 6 digital communications

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social networking websites, VoIP,Video conferencing, Chat rooms, RSS aggregators/feeds and FTP

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how can your cellphone act as a modem for connecting your computers to the internet

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  • Attaching it to the computers with a USB cable
  • Creating its own WiFi networks to which many devices can join
  • Linking to the computers using Bluetooth
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define Social Networking website

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A social Networking Site is where individuals can post their likes, dislikes, comments , etc for their friends and everyone to see and read unless if access to everyone is blocked

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advantages of Social Networking website

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  • Easy and cost-effective way to communicate
  • Allows people to interact and form communities
  • Tool for marketing
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disadvantages of Social Networking website

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  • Loss in productivity – too much time spent online
  • False information on profiles
  • Sites analyse your posts – targeted advertising
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good practices of Social Networking website

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  • Restrict access to information on your profile
  • Do not befriend just anybody
  • Restrict the time spent on social networking sites
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what is VoIP

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Voice over Internet Protocol is a technology that allows telephone calls to be made over LANs, WANs and the internet, allowing you to talk to anyone who also has a VoIP system anywhere in the world. It also allows you to speak to many people at the same time using conference call technology

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Advantages of using a VoIP software

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  • Cheaper than normal phone calls
  • Allows one to transfer files
  • Allows one to make video conference calls
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disadvantages of using a VoIP software

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  • Call quality may be poor – if slow internet connection

* Can use up a lot of your data cap – especially when using video

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good practices when using VoIP

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  • Only use video when necessary
  • Use decent headset and microphone to increase
  • Check local times zones before calling someone in another country
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example of VoIP systems

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whatsapp, facetime, Skype

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what occurs during a Video Conferencing

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it allows 2 or more people to hold online conferences at different locations using a computer network to transmit audio and video as if they are in the same room

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what are the requirements for a Video Conferencing
a webcam/video camera ; a microphone and speakers linked to heir computers
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advantages of Video Conferencing
- Can see the people you are communicating with | - Cheaper than travelling to a meeting
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disadvantages of Video Conferencing
- Need a fast internet connection | - Use a lot of data (cap) – especially when using video
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good practices of Video Conferencing
+ Work in a well-lit location + Make sure you know what your camera can ‘see’ – protect your privacy + Test sound and video before making the call
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what is a chat room
it is an online environment / website that allows people to meet and 'chat' with each other wit common interest in real time
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example of chat room applications
BBM , MXit and Whatsapp
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advantage of chat rooms
* Chat with more than one person at a time in real time * Opportunity to interact with people globally * Some apps (e.g. WhatsApp) can be used on a variety of operating systems
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disadvantages of chat rooms
* No way to make sure people are who they claim to be * Users can spend more time in chat rooms than in the ‘real world’ * Can create opportunities for cyber-bullying, identity theft
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good practices of chat room
- Don’t give out personal information - Don’t arrange to meet in person – unless you KNOW who the person really is - Don’t bully or get involved in flame wars
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what are RSS Feeds
Really Simple Syndication is a technology that provides users with updated content, such as new blog entries and news headlines, from many different sites
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advantages of RSS Feeds
+ All your news in one place – a big time-saver | + RSS avoids spam
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disadvantages of RSS Feeds
- Subscribing to too many RSS feeds – overloaded | - Sometimes graphics and photos are not included
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good practices of RSS Feeds
* Use a dedicated RSS reader program– easier to manage and read your feeds * Only subscribe to feeds that you are sure you will read
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what is File Transfer Protocol (FTP)
File Transfer Protocol is the protocol used for the fast,east transfer of files between remote computers that have an internet connection
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example of FTP
Google drive, dropbox and one-drive
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what is internet banking
internet banking offers the ability to connect to your bank via the internet and performs online transactions
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what online transactions can one do on internet banking
* Viewing account balances * Transferring money * Buying prepaid data and airtime
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advantages of internet banking
* Convenience – banking 24/7 – anywhere * Transactions are normally faster and cost less * Safer – no large amounts of cash to carry around
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disadvantages of internet banking
* have to learn new skills * many people feel like they cannot trust electronic transactions and that their money can just 'disappear' * not everyone has internet access
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How to online shop
* Register your personal details – obtain a username and password * Browse – choose goods, add to virtual ‘shopping cart’ * Virtual checkout counter – see costs * Add or remove articles at any time * Pay with a credit card or by other means (EFT, etc.) * Can also make reservations and pay for movies, car hire, airline tickets, etc.
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advantages of online shopping and reservations
* Convenience – online 24/7 in the comfort of home * Prices can be cheaper * Business does not have to carry huge quantities of stock
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disadvantages of online shopping and reservations
* Better to see the goods physically | * Delivery costs and import taxes (if the article comes from overseas)
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what can you protect yourself from when you are online
- cyber-stalking and cyber-bullying - malware and security software - safe e-commerce and e-banking
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the difference between cyber-stalking and cyber-bullying
* Cyber-bullying - Spreading of rumours, gossip and the general bullying of another person using digital communication methods. * Cyber-stalking - Carried out by an individual who is obsessed with someone. Digital technologies are used to track the victim’s activities.
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what is malware
malicious software any software written with negative intentions. it ranges from destructive software (e.g. viruses), to software that is more an annoyance (e.g. adware)
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how is malware detected in a computer
* By leaving a ‘trace’ – virus definition or signature | * Suspicious actions – ‘unknown’ software trying to make changes to settings
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what is an Anti-Virus software
they are programs that scan the computer files for viruses and try to eliminate or isolate these viruses . It also includes Spyware software
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what is a virus signature
it is the pattern that uniquely identifies a virus
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why is it important to frequently update virus signatures
it is vital for your anti-virus software to be able to detect new forms of viruses
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what happens when an anti-virus detects a virus
+ warms you off the presence of a virus or any suspicious activity on your computer + automatically detects and deletes any virus + quarantines a virus
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examples of anti-virus softwares
AVG, Avast, Bit defender and McAfee
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what is a spyware software
it is a software that tries to monitor and tract your computer and then sends this informations to third parties without your knowledge
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signs that a computer could be infected by spyware
* it is reported by anti-spyware software * the computer dramatically slows down * many pop-up windows appear often with advertising to install software
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what are the prevention you can take yo protect yourself from viruses
- ensure that your anti-spyware software is installed - anti-spyware needs to be updated to update the list of known spyware - ignore pop up windows
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what does the effectiveness of anti-virus and anti-spyware depends on
* Database of signatures being as complete as possible * Database must be up to date on your computer * Frequency of use
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what is Firewall software
it is a software that allows you to control which programs can access the internet and protects your computer or networks from unauthorised access
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How banks protect their clients during internet banking
* Access code and own password / PIN * SMS notifications of online transactions * Automatic time-out of a banking session
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how users protect themselves during online banking
* Do not use public computers for banking * Never give out personal details * System software must be updated * Do not leave computer unattended
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safe online shopping or making reservations online
+ Have organisation's contact information and URL + Look for security guarantees and the return policy + Be aware of terms and conditions + Keep full records of orders
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what is Office Automation
it refers to centralising and automating all tasks and systems in the office
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the basic aims or benefits of office automatism
They are to enable employees to : * work more efficiently * work as a team * improve communications and the flow of the data so that good decision can be made
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trends that office automatism has had on the workplace
* Mobile office - Laptop/smartphone/tablet + internet access = mobile office * Virtual office - Set of services you rent (telephone receptionist, mailing address, office space, etc.) to reduce expenses * Outsourcing or decentralized labour - Companies not limited to a local pool of workers - Employ workers from anywhere in the world – save costs

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