Questions and Answers
Which of the following is NOT a demand consumers have from technology developers?
What is one of the significant advantages of using e-books compared to traditional books?
Which of the following statements about tablets is TRUE?
How do most people acquire e-books?
Signup and view all the answers
What is a common application for e-book readers?
Signup and view all the answers
What type of connectivity is consumers' demand for technology?
Signup and view all the answers
Which feature makes e-books more appealing compared to print books?
Signup and view all the answers
What is a potential disadvantage of using tablets in schools?
Signup and view all the answers
What is one disadvantage of reading a book on a device?
Signup and view all the answers
Which of the following statements about YouTube is true?
Signup and view all the answers
How does YouTube respond to complaints about policy violations?
Signup and view all the answers
Which feature of X (formerly Twitter) allows users to post short messages?
Signup and view all the answers
What is a significant characteristic of Pinterest?
Signup and view all the answers
Which social networking site has the largest number of monthly active users as mentioned?
Signup and view all the answers
What type of content can typically be found in a blog?
Signup and view all the answers
Which of the following is NOT a feature of social networking sites?
Signup and view all the answers
Study Notes
Consumer Demands in Technology
- Users seek mobile connectivity, allowing access to the internet on-the-go.
- The demand for “always on” connectivity highlights the need for continuous internet access.
- Users desire fast and inexpensive internet connections for enhanced online experiences.
- Digitization of media is a growing trend influenced by consumer preferences.
- There is an increasing need for online storage solutions and cloud-based software.
Tablets
- Tablets are portable, slate-shaped computers exemplified by the iPad and Samsung Galaxy.
- Common uses include web browsing, email, media consumption, game playing, and document creation.
- Increasingly adopted in education settings, providing interactive learning experiences.
-
Advantages in education:
- Enhance student engagement through interactive content.
- Portability allows easy access to learning materials.
- Facilitate collaboration and real-time feedback in classrooms.
-
Disadvantages in education:
- Potential for distractions due to games and social media.
- Dependence on battery life may hinder usage.
- Cost of devices may limit accessibility for some students.
- Tablets typically connect to the internet via Wi-Fi or cellular networks.
E-books and Digital Readers
- E-books are digital versions of traditional books, accessible on various devices.
- Popular e-book readers include built-in features for annotation, highlighting, and bookmarking.
- Convenient for carrying multiple titles in a lightweight device, surpassing physical books in portability.
- E-books are often cheaper than printed counterparts, appealing to budget-conscious consumers.
- A drawback is reliance on electronic devices; battery depletion can prevent reading access.
YouTube
- YouTube, owned by Google, features a vast platform for user-generated video content.
- Over 2.7 billion active users engage with approximately 500 hours of video uploaded every minute.
- Daily viewership exceeds a billion hours, with average users spending around 19 minutes per visit.
- Navigate the platform in over 80 languages, enhancing global accessibility.
-
Content restrictions include:
- Hate speech and harmful content.
- Copyrighted material without permission.
- Explicit content not permissible for all audiences.
- Users can report policy violations, prompting YouTube to investigate and take appropriate action.
Social Networking
- Social networking platforms like Facebook, LinkedIn, and X facilitate communication and user interaction.
- Creative outlets provided by blogs allow users to share opinions and information on diverse topics.
- Approximately 600 million blogs exist globally, generating around 7.5 million posts daily.
- X (formerly Twitter) enables micro-blogging with 550 million users posting tweets of 280 characters or less.
- Elon Musk commands the most significant following on X, boasting over 193.9 million followers.
- Pinterest serves as a visual platform, allowing users to save ideas and showcase interests with 522 million active monthly users.
- Facebook, the largest social media platform, has over 3 billion monthly users, emphasizing the immense reach of social networking.
Studying That Suits You
Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.
Description
This quiz explores the evolution of technology in response to consumer needs, such as mobile connectivity and fast internet. It discusses emerging technologies like tablets and their impact on media digitization and online services. Test your knowledge on the latest trends in technology!
