ICTs and Their Basic Features
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Which of the following best defines digitalization?

  • The conversion of analog information into digital formats. (correct)
  • The use of digital information only in banking.
  • The process of creating virtual environments.
  • The physical storage of information on paper.

    • Media convergence leads to a decrease in access to information and entertainment.

    False

    What is one impact of digitalization in the healthcare industry?

    Electronic health records

    Interactivity encourages users to actively participate and influence content rather than __________ consume it.

    <p>passively</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following concepts with their definitions:

    <p>Digitalization = Conversion of analog information into digital formats Media convergence = Integration of different media platforms through digital technologies Interactivity = Active participation of users in content influence Virtual Reality = Immersive, computer-generated environments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant challenge posed by media convergence?

    <p>Traditional media business models struggling to adapt.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Virtual Reality technology creates environments that users can only observe, not interact with.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Give an example of a platform that embodies media convergence.

    <p>YouTube or Netflix</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The rise of __________ apps combines traditional journalism with social media interaction.

    <p>news</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does interactivity change traditional media consumption?

    <p>It transforms one-way media into multi-directional participation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary business model of surveillance capitalism?

    <p>Collecting personal data for profit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cyberterrorism only affects smaller organizations and has no impact on national security.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one example of a company that uses personal data to target ads.

    <p>Google</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The ________ of Things (IoT) refers to a network of physical devices connected to the internet.

    <p>Internet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential ethical concern related to surveillance capitalism?

    <p>Power imbalances due to data control</p> Signup and view all the answers

    IoT devices can improve convenience in everyday life.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one primary impact of cyberterrorism?

    <p>Disruption of critical infrastructure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Examples of smart home devices include ________ and security systems.

    <p>thermostats</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which device is an example of a wearable technology?

    <p>Smartwatch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a benefit of Virtual Reality (VR) in education?

    <p>Providing immersive simulations for training</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Globalization only has positive effects.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one example of a technology that facilitates cooperation?

    <p>Google Docs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Global supply chains help multinational corporations operate __________.

    <p>seamlessly across borders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the technology with its corresponding impact:

    <p>E-commerce platforms = Enable global trade Social media platforms = Facilitate global communication Cloud computing = Promote remote collaboration Wireless networks = Allow mobile connectivity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary impact of networks in ICT?

    <p>Facilitation of communication and information sharing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Virtual tours are an application of VR in real estate.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term describes the interconnectedness of businesses, technologies, and cultures across borders?

    <p>Globalization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Crowdsourcing platforms use __________ intelligence for projects like content creation.

    <p>collective</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT an impact of globalization?

    <p>Reduction in digital technology use</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    ICTs and Their Basic Features

    • Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) enable the processing, storage, and communication of digital information.
    • ICTs include hardware (computers, smartphones) and software (applications, platforms).
    • Digitalization converts analog information (text, sound, images) into digital binary code for processing and transmission.
    • Digitalization facilitates efficient data storage, retrieval, and analysis.
    • It transforms industries (e.g., banking, healthcare, entertainment).
    • Media convergence integrates different media platforms (print, broadcast, digital).
    • Convergence blurs traditional media with digital forms (e.g., combining TV, internet, and mobile devices in platforms like YouTube or Netflix).
    • Interactivity allows users to actively participate and influence content (e.g., social media platforms).
    • Virtual Reality (VR) creates immersive, computer-generated environments for interaction.

    Globalization

    • Globalization connects businesses, technologies, and cultures across borders.
    • Globalization increases the interconnectedness and interdependence of the world.
    • E-commerce platforms (e.g., Amazon, Alibaba) facilitate global trade.
    • Social media platforms (e.g., Twitter, Facebook) facilitate global communication.
    • Globalization accelerates the flow of goods, services, information, and capital.
    • It raises concerns about cultural homogenization and inequality.
    • Global supply chains support multinational corporations.
    • ICTs create global networks enabling information and resource exchange through devices, platforms, and infrastructure (e.g., internet).

    Cooperation

    • ICTs facilitate collaboration among organizations and individuals.
    • Cloud computing platforms enable remote collaboration (e.g., Google Docs, Microsoft Teams).
    • Crowdsourcing platforms (e.g., Wikipedia, Kickstarter) leverage collective intelligence for content creation or funding.

    Surveillance Capitalism

    • A business model where companies collect vast amounts of personal data for profit.
    • Companies (e.g., Google, Facebook, Amazon) use data to target ads and personalize services.
    • Personal data is collected through various online activities (e.g., online behavior, cookies, location services, search histories).

    Cyberterrorism

    • Cyberterrorism uses digital technologies to cause harm for political, religious, or ideological goals.
    • Examples include attacks on government websites, financial institutions, or infrastructure.
    • Ransomware attacks target critical data, holding it hostage.
    • Cyberterrorism significantly disrupts critical infrastructure, economies, and national security.

    The Internet of Things (IoT)

    • IoT connects physical devices (e.g., sensors, appliances) to collect, exchange, and process data via the internet.
    • Smart homes use IoT devices (thermostats, lights, security systems).
    • Wearable devices (smartwatches) use IoT for health data tracking.
    • IoT improves convenience, efficiency, and automation.
    • Raises concerns about data privacy and security.
    • Contributes to surveillance capitalism, as IoT data can be monetized.

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    Explore the fundamental aspects of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) and their impact on digitalization and globalization. This quiz covers hardware, software, media convergence, interactivity, and virtual reality, highlighting how these technologies transform industries and enhance user engagement.

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