Social Implications of Technology and Networking

Social Implications of Technology

• Social networking can lead to excessive message checking and constant monitoring of others’ online profiles.
• Other implications include:
  • Online gaming
  • Viewing inappropriate content
  • Online shopping
  • Watching YouTube videos
  • Online dating

Network Security

• Kensington locks can be used to secure laptops.

Energy Saving in Technology

• Switch off devices when not in use.
• Utilize energy-efficient appliances labeled "Energy Star."

Network Advantages

• Networking enables sharing of hardware and software.
• Centralized data and information management facilitates collaboration and security measures.
• Networks provide shared internet access and facilitate easier administration.

Network Components

• Network components include:
  • Network Interface Cards (NICs)
  • Computers or other computing devices
  • Switches, routers, gateways, hubs, and bridges
  • Wireless Access Points
  • Communication media (cables or wireless)

Client-Server Network Model

• In a client-server model, the client computer utilizes resources provided by the network server. The server is not a workstation; it manages the resources for other devices.

Internet Service Providers

• Internet Service Providers (ISPs) provide:
  • Internet access, data bundles, and internet services such as email, instant messaging, and technical support.
  • Spam and virus filtering services.
  • Regulation of services for members.
  • Web hosting and domain registration services.
  • Online storage options.

World Wide Web

• The World Wide Web is a service that runs on the internet.
• It consists of a collection of linked, interactive documents stored on computers globally.

Special Needs Technology

• Hardware solutions for users with disabilities include:
  • Microphones
  • Eye-tracking devices
  • Blow-suck tubes
  • Tongue-activated joysticks
  • Mouth sticks
  • Footpads
  • Head mice

Software Solutions for Users with Disabilities

• Software options:
  • Speech recognition or speech-to-text programs.

Data Security Measures

• Utilize Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS) for continued power while a system is being used.
• Implement regular or automatic data backups for recovery.
• Restrict access rights to sensitive files and folders.
• Make files read-only.
• Preserve multiple versions of documents utilizing the "versions" options.
• Secure files with passwords and encryption.
• Save data regularly with confirmation.

Online Communication

• Web browsers are used to navigate the internet (including accessing websites).
• Online communication tools:
  • Email
  • Chat rooms or online forums
  • Instant messaging services like WhatsApp, BBM, SMS, MMS
  • Voice over IP (VoIP) services such as Skype, Google+, Google Hangouts, and video conferencing
  • Social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, MySpace, Pinterest.

Software Piracy

• The unauthorized copying and distribution of software without proper licensing is considered software piracy.

Software Uninstallation

• Use the uninstaller tool or a relevant program in the Control Panel (e.g., Add/Remove Programs) to remove software.

Questionnaire Design

• Limitations of open-ended questions:
  • May result in lengthy and unpredictable responses, making analysis challenging.
• Advantages of multiple choice questions:
  • Easier to process and analyze in spreadsheets or databases.
  • Straightforward to read all responses, and handwriting is not an issue.
  • Datasets can be easily shared with others and published.
  • Responses can be validated.
• Challenges of multiple-choice questions:
  • Limiting the number of choices might skew data.
  • Respondents may want to provide an answer not on the list, restricting potential responses.
  • Choices might be biased towards a specific point of view.

Data Interpretation and Presentation

• Data Interpretation limitations:
  • Titles that obscure the content or make it difficult to see detail can hinder interpretation.
  • Significant visual differences between bars might not reflect actual values if the differences are small.
  • Combined percentages exceeding 100% can indicate that the graph does not accurately display portions of a whole. In such cases, a pie chart would be more appropriate.
  • Incorrect scaling or axis limits, such as a Y-axis starting at 80% instead of 0%, can misrepresent data.
  • Meaningless labels on legends can lead to confusion.

Survey Reliability

• Factors impacting research reliability:
  • Author's lack of expertise in the subject matter.
  • Outdated information.
  • Biased information presented.
  • Limited scope of information, insufficiently covering the subject.
•  Sources should be credible and reliable for research.

This quiz explores the social implications of technology, including the effects of social networking, online gaming, and shopping. It also covers network security, energy-saving practices in technology, and the components and advantages of networking. Test your knowledge on these important topics!