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What led to the expansion of the internet, allowing virtually anyone to connect?
What led to the expansion of the internet, allowing virtually anyone to connect?
- Introduction of relational databases
- Growth of network infrastructure
- Development of the World Wide Web (WWW) (correct)
- Rise of social media platforms
When did the rise of cellular telephony begin?
When did the rise of cellular telephony begin?
- Mid-1990s (correct)
- Early 1970s
- Early 2000s
- Mid-1980s
Which technological development set the stage for the emergence of online tech companies in the 'New Economy'?
Which technological development set the stage for the emergence of online tech companies in the 'New Economy'?
- Relational databases
- Advancement in data management
- Commercial network providers in the late 1980s
- Availability of personal communication devices with universal coverage (correct)
What milestone in data storage and manipulation was introduced in the early 1970s?
What milestone in data storage and manipulation was introduced in the early 1970s?
Which factor was necessary for the availability of personal communication devices in the market?
Which factor was necessary for the availability of personal communication devices in the market?
What major impact did advancements in networking and transmission technologies have?
What major impact did advancements in networking and transmission technologies have?
What characterizes the Fourth Industrial Revolution?
What characterizes the Fourth Industrial Revolution?
What ethical questions does automation in the workplace raise?
What ethical questions does automation in the workplace raise?
What challenges does the Fourth Industrial Revolution pose to societies?
What challenges does the Fourth Industrial Revolution pose to societies?
How do intelligent cyber-physical systems work in precision agriculture?
How do intelligent cyber-physical systems work in precision agriculture?
What is one benefit of using intelligent cyber-physical systems in agriculture?
What is one benefit of using intelligent cyber-physical systems in agriculture?
How does precision agriculture leverage data collected by sensors?
How does precision agriculture leverage data collected by sensors?
What is an ethical consideration related to automation and job losses?
What is an ethical consideration related to automation and job losses?
Which of the following best describes intelligent cyber-physical systems?
Which of the following best describes intelligent cyber-physical systems?
What is a societal implication of the deployment of robotics?
What is a societal implication of the deployment of robotics?
How has the network society impacted traditional notions of work?
How has the network society impacted traditional notions of work?
Which of the following is a challenge associated with online jobs?
Which of the following is a challenge associated with online jobs?
What are the effects of the sharing economy on job creation and labor market polarization?
What are the effects of the sharing economy on job creation and labor market polarization?
What is the main focus when examining the impact of biases on software design?
What is the main focus when examining the impact of biases on software design?
Which aspect is essential to understanding the concept of the digital divide?
Which aspect is essential to understanding the concept of the digital divide?
What is one of the potential consequences of the digital divide?
What is one of the potential consequences of the digital divide?
When exploring communication technologies, what is the significance of Web 2.0?
When exploring communication technologies, what is the significance of Web 2.0?
In what area do software designers and developers bring biases that can affect software functionality?
In what area do software designers and developers bring biases that can affect software functionality?
What is a key aspect when evaluating the potential impact of biases on software design and functionality?
What is a key aspect when evaluating the potential impact of biases on software design and functionality?
What is one key aspect emphasized in the lecture regarding the deployment of robots?
What is one key aspect emphasized in the lecture regarding the deployment of robots?
Which concept from science fiction literature is mentioned in the lecture in relation to governing the behavior of robots?
Which concept from science fiction literature is mentioned in the lecture in relation to governing the behavior of robots?
What potential consequence on employment does the lecture highlight as a result of the widespread adoption of robots?
What potential consequence on employment does the lecture highlight as a result of the widespread adoption of robots?
In what way can robots benefit hazardous environments, according to the lecture?
In what way can robots benefit hazardous environments, according to the lecture?
What is a critical consideration highlighted in the lecture regarding the integration of robotics in the workforce?
What is a critical consideration highlighted in the lecture regarding the integration of robotics in the workforce?
Which fictional technology mentioned in the text has implications for the governance of robotic behavior?
Which fictional technology mentioned in the text has implications for the governance of robotic behavior?
