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Which of the following is an operating system for mobile devices?
What is the primary purpose of social media?
To create, co-create, modify, and generate user content.
Assistive media technology is mainly designed for able-bodied individuals.
False
Netiquette refers to the set of ideals, rules, and good conduct for a _______.
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Which type of malware disguises itself as a useful program?
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Match the following terms with their definitions:
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It is safe to share your credit card number online.
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Study Notes
Mobile Technologies
- Tasks traditionally performed on personal computers are now available on mobile devices.
Operating System for Mobile Devices
- Android: Developed by Google, widely used across various smartphones and tablets.
- iOS: Exclusive to Apple devices, developed by Apple Corp.
- Blackberry OS: Designed specifically for Blackberry devices.
- Symbian: The first operating system for mobile devices, mainly used by Nokia.
- Windows Phone OS: Developed by Microsoft, aimed at smartphones.
- WebOS: Designed primarily for Smart TVs, focusing on a user-friendly interface.
Social Media
- Online platforms enabling users to create, modify, and share content.
- Social Networks: Connect people with similar interests (e.g., Facebook).
- Social News: Users can generate news items (e.g., Reddit, Digg).
- Media Sharing: Share media such as images, videos, and music (e.g., Instagram, YouTube).
- Bookmarking Sites: Tools to save and organize references (e.g., Pinterest).
- Microblogging: Short updates from users (e.g., X, Plurk).
- Blogs and Forums: Personal content creation platforms (e.g., Blogger, Tumblr).
Assistive Media
- Technologies aiding individuals with disabilities, including text-to-speech, eBooks, and audiobooks.
Online Safety and Security
- Netiquette: Set of guidelines for respectful and constructive communication in online communities.
Information That Should Not Be Shared Online
- Personal details to avoid exposure and theft, including:
- Full name
- Birthdate
- Family information
- Credit/debit card numbers
- Phone numbers
- Home address
Internet Threats
- Malware: General term for malicious software designed to harm devices.
- Virus: A type of malware that replicates itself and spreads to other computers.
- Worms: Advanced malware that self-propagates across networks and corrupts files.
- Trojan: Malware masquerading as a legitimate program, undermining device security.
- Spyware: Operates silently to monitor user activity, including keystrokes (keyloggers).
- Adware: Displays unwanted advertisements, often as pop-ups.
- Spam: Unsolicited emails, often from bots or advertisements.
- Phishing: Technique aimed at obtaining sensitive personal information, such as passwords, by deceit.
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Description
Discover the evolution of mobile technologies and explore the various operating systems that power our devices, including Android, iOS, and Windows Phone. This quiz will test your knowledge on the key features and historical significance of these systems in the context of modern mobile usage.
