Online Lifestyle Flashcards

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What are the advantages of social networking?

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  • Easy and cost effective method of communication
  • Send and receive messages, update status, upload photos and videos
  • Collaboration and interaction – greater productivity
  • Allows people to interact and form communities
  • Not bound by geographical and cultural differences
  • Used as a tool for marketing
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What are the disadvantages of social networking?

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  • Access to the Internet required
  • Identity theft, fraud, online stalking, and harassment risk
  • False information on profiles
  • Loss in productivity if employees spend too much time online
  • Quantity of communication increases at the expense of quality
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What are some good practices for social networking?

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  • Protect your privacy and check privacy settings regularly
  • Restrict access to your information
  • Only enter or give out information you are forced to
  • Do not ‘friend’ just anybody
  • No damaging, insulting, or provocative content
  • Restrict the amount of time spent on social networking sites
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Who founded Facebook and when?

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Founded by Mark Zuckerberg, Eduardo Saverin, Andrew McCollum, Dustin Moskovitz, Chris Hughes in 2004

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What is the monthly active user count of Facebook as of 2022?

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2.93 billion

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What features does Facebook offer?

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  • Connecting with people and brands
  • Sharing status updates, photos, and videos
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What is YouTube primarily known for?

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Video sharing website

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What was the purchase price of YouTube by Google?

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$1.65 billion

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What are the key features of WhatsApp?

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  • Instant messaging
  • Voice and video messaging
  • Photo sharing
  • Status updates
  • Group chat
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When was Instagram founded and by whom?

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Founded in 2010 by Kevin Systrom and Mike Krieger

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What is the daily active user count of Instagram as of 2022?

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500 million

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What is TikTok known for?

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Short-form videos

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What is the primary purpose of LinkedIn?

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Professional networking, finding jobs, and finding employees

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What is the primary function of RSS?

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Automatically provides users with updated content from various sites

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What does FTP stand for?

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File Transfer Protocol

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What are the advantages of VoIP?

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  • Cheaper than normal phone calls
  • Software is generally free
  • Allows file transfer, text chat, voice chat, and video conferencing
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What are some disadvantages of video conferencing?

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  • Requires a fast Internet connection
  • High data usage
  • Scheduling difficulties due to time zones
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What is the purpose of online banking?

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  • View account balances
  • Pay bills
  • Transfer money
  • Buy airtime
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What are the advantages of online shopping?

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  • Convenient, online 24/7
  • Compare prices easily
  • Prices can be cheaper
  • Reduces business overhead costs
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What is the limitation of fixed Internet access?

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  • Lack of portability
21
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Fill in the blank: Bluetooth is a wireless technology that allows devices to communicate over a relatively short distance of around _______.

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True or False: 5G technology offers faster speeds than 4G.

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What is one advantage of online shopping?

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Can compare prices

Online shopping allows consumers to easily compare prices from different sellers.

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What is a disadvantage of online shopping?

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Danger of the goods getting stolen during delivery

Delivery can pose risks, including theft of packages left unattended.

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What does 'responsive design' refer to?
Changing the layout & structure of the web page for mobile devices ## Footnote Responsive design enhances user experience on various screen sizes.
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Define cyberbullying.
Spreading rumours and gossip, and the general bullying of another person using electronic communication ## Footnote Cyberbullying can occur via social media, texts, and other online platforms.
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True or False: Malware is software written with positive intentions.
False ## Footnote Malware is designed to harm or exploit devices and networks.
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What is the primary function of antivirus software?
Scans files for viruses ## Footnote Antivirus software protects systems by detecting and removing harmful software.
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What are signs of spyware infection?
Internet activity not initiated by the user, computer slows down dramatically, many pop-up windows appear ## Footnote These signs indicate unauthorized monitoring and potential security breaches.
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Fill in the blank: _______ is software that allows you to control which programs can access the Internet.
Firewall ## Footnote Firewalls protect networks from unauthorized access.
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What should you check for when engaging in safe e-commerce?
Organisation's contact information, URL, security guarantees, return policy ## Footnote Ensuring these factors helps protect consumers during online transactions.
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How do banks protect clients during online banking?
Access code, own password and PIN, SMS notifications of transactions ## Footnote These measures enhance security and prevent unauthorized access.
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What does office automation refer to?
Centralising and automating all tasks and systems in the office ## Footnote The goal of office automation is to improve efficiency and communication.
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What is crowdfunding?
Funding a project by getting monetary contributions from a large number of people ## Footnote Crowdfunding allows individuals to support projects financially, often through platforms like Kickstarter.
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What is the primary service provided by Uber?
Allows you to call a driver via an app on your smartphone ## Footnote Uber connects riders with drivers for a convenient transportation option.
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Define an Internet meme.
An activity, concept, catchphrase or piece of media that spreads via the Internet ## Footnote Internet memes often serve humorous purposes and are shared widely on social media.
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What is digital art?
An artistic work that uses digital technology as an essential part of the creative process ## Footnote Digital art can be created using software like Adobe Photoshop or drawing tablets.