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What is the primary goal of cyber stalking?
What is the primary goal of cyber stalking?
- To follow a person's movements and send threatening messages (correct)
- To promote a product
- To study online trends
- To engage in friendly conversation
Which term is used to describe a deceptive email that seems to come from a legitimate source?
Which term is used to describe a deceptive email that seems to come from a legitimate source?
- E-mail spoofing (correct)
- Malware distribution
- Cyberbullying
- Data mining
What are the three types of bullying mentioned?
What are the three types of bullying mentioned?
- Verbal, Social, and Physical (correct)
- Workplace, Academic, and Online
- Emotional, Social, and Verbal
- Physical, Cyber, and Psychological
How do viruses typically affect a computer?
How do viruses typically affect a computer?
What does netiquette refer to?
What does netiquette refer to?
What is the primary purpose of feedback in communication?
What is the primary purpose of feedback in communication?
Which of the following best describes media literacy?
Which of the following best describes media literacy?
Who invented the first electronic telegraph?
Who invented the first electronic telegraph?
What does media convergence refer to?
What does media convergence refer to?
What is the difference between response and feedback in communication?
What is the difference between response and feedback in communication?
What is a channel in the context of communication?
What is a channel in the context of communication?
Which theory allows for a free press without censorship?
Which theory allows for a free press without censorship?
What is the most important element of media literacy?
What is the most important element of media literacy?
What does the term 'barriers' refer to in communication?
What does the term 'barriers' refer to in communication?
Which of the following describes propaganda?
Which of the following describes propaganda?
What does 'Fair Use' refer to in copyright law?
What does 'Fair Use' refer to in copyright law?
In the context of media influence, what does Third-Party Theory suggest?
In the context of media influence, what does Third-Party Theory suggest?
What are media codes?
What are media codes?
What does the term 'information literacy' entail?
What does the term 'information literacy' entail?
Which theory judges crimes by natural laws rather than the standards of regimes?
Which theory judges crimes by natural laws rather than the standards of regimes?
What best describes cyber bullying?
What best describes cyber bullying?
What is a key characteristic of new media?
What is a key characteristic of new media?
What defines digital piracy?
What defines digital piracy?
Which of the following is a disorder related to excessive internet use?
Which of the following is a disorder related to excessive internet use?
Which type of cybercrime involves gaining unauthorized access to a computer system?
Which type of cybercrime involves gaining unauthorized access to a computer system?
What is the function of a television broadcaster?
What is the function of a television broadcaster?
How does agenda-setting theory influence media?
How does agenda-setting theory influence media?
Which of the following is an aspect of information literacy?
Which of the following is an aspect of information literacy?
What is mobile communication primarily used for?
What is mobile communication primarily used for?
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Study Notes
Communication Basics
- Defined as a two-way process for transmitting information between individuals or places.
- Sender/source is the origin of the information or communication.
- Elements of communication include: Sender/Source, Message, Encoding, Channel, Decoding, Receiver, and Feedback.
- Feedback is intended to improve the sender's message, while a response is merely a reply.
Media Literacy
- Encompasses the ability to access, analyze, evaluate, and communicate different types of media.
- Critical for understanding the purpose of media messages.
- Media convergence refers to the merging of distinct media technologies and formats.
- Codes in media language help create meaning through signs and conventions.
Information and Technology Literacy
- Information literacy involves recognizing the need for information and evaluating its credibility.
- Technology literacy includes understanding network connectivity and effectively using tech tools.
- Digital piracy is a crime that involves using media without proper acknowledgment of ownership.
Historical Context
- The Industrial Age started in the 18th century, marked by a shift from traditional to industrial economies.
- Karl Marx predicted the rise of laborers' power through economic and political revolutions.
Theories of Media and Responsibility
- The Social Responsibility theory allows a free press without censorship.
- Authoritarian Theory asserts that communication is controlled by elites or authorities.
- Agenda-Setting Theory suggests that media prioritizes certain topics to influence public opinion.
Cybercrime Overview
- Cybercrime can target computers directly (hacking) or involve using computers to commit offenses (like identity theft).
- Types of Cybercrime include:
- Hacking: Unauthorized access to computer systems.
- Cyber Stalking: Online harassment and threatening messages.
- Virus Dissemination: Harmful programs that affect computer data.
- Phishing: Deceptive approaches to acquire sensitive data via email.
Academic and Scholarly Sources
- Academic libraries support research and study in higher education.
- Scholarly publications are well-researched articles primarily found in academic journals.
Media Experience and Interaction
- New Media allows for more audience involvement and interactive experiences.
- Users can give real-time feedback, unlike traditional media forms.
Ethical Considerations
- Plagiarism is the unauthorized use of someone else's ideas or words.
- Norms establish moral standards for right and wrong conduct in media.
Forms of Bullying
- Types include verbal, social, and physical bullying.
- Cyberbullying utilizes electronic platforms for harassment.
Additional Concepts
- Netiquette refers to online conduct that is socially acceptable.
- The term "domain" relates to the three-letter code in web addresses, such as ".com".
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