U4 The Internet Flashcards
o world wide web
A decentralized information sharing network which includes a vast array of functions including discussion groups, long-distance computing and file transfers
o disinhibition
The phenomenon by which individuals behave in a way that is uncharacteristic of what is typically displayed, in an unrestrained manner this is common online
o telecommuting
The practice of working remotely whereby computers, the internet and phones are used to communicate and deliver work product.
o Internet addiction
Internet addiction is diagnosed with similar criteria to gambling addiction as the need to spend a great deal of time on the internet to the point where relationships, work and health are allowed to suffer
o encoding information
Encoded information is translated into unreadable stored text that can be decrypted if the user or program has access to the decryption key.
o storing information
Information is stored online in “the cloud” which is a series of information servers or remote machines that are dedicated to holding online data
retrieving information
Information is retrieved from online servers by pinging the server and providing security details. That information travels through the internet to your local machine’s memory in order to view and use it
o blogs
Blogs are a user generated content platform, where users write and share information about various topics in a personally generated news feed
o blogspace
Blogspace is an online platform that hosts weblogs and news services. It is made for users accessing and producing content on mobile devices
o blogroll
a blogroll is a list of blogs, usually located in the sidebar of a blog that reads as a list of recommendations by the blogger of other blog
o blogging community
Groups of bloggers that are formed around a central idea, commonality or interest.
o clustering coefficient
a measure of the degree to which nodes in a graph tend to cluster together
o E-Harmony
an online dating website where users are matched with a compatibility quiz
o self online
Internet use increased loneliness and depression in a sample of people who received free computers and Internet access in the early days of the Internet - Controversial findings.
o multiple selves online
Many individuals find themselves acting in uncharacteristic ways online, due to the phenomenon called disinhibition, which is defined as the inability to control impulsive behaviours, thoughts, or feelings; people communicate online in ways that they ordinarily would not when offline.
