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What significant technological shift occurred in the 2010s regarding mobile data speeds?
What significant technological shift occurred in the 2010s regarding mobile data speeds?
What is Geotagging?
What is Geotagging?
Which of the following describes a major characteristic of the Fourth Industrial Revolution?
Which of the following describes a major characteristic of the Fourth Industrial Revolution?
What ethical issue emphasizes the need for caution in using information technologies?
What ethical issue emphasizes the need for caution in using information technologies?
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Which of the following is a key component of Information Transparency in the context of the Fourth Industrial Revolution?
Which of the following is a key component of Information Transparency in the context of the Fourth Industrial Revolution?
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What term is used to describe false information created with the intent to cause harm?
What term is used to describe false information created with the intent to cause harm?
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What is a predicted evolution in computing technologies into the 2020s?
What is a predicted evolution in computing technologies into the 2020s?
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Which social networking platform was considered the most popular during the 2000s?
Which social networking platform was considered the most popular during the 2000s?
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What major invention in 1947 significantly contributed to the information age?
What major invention in 1947 significantly contributed to the information age?
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Which device invented by Johannes Gutenberg in 1440 transformed communication?
Which device invented by Johannes Gutenberg in 1440 transformed communication?
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What was the primary purpose of the Enigma machine used by the Germans during World War II?
What was the primary purpose of the Enigma machine used by the Germans during World War II?
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Who is recognized for proposing that all information can be encoded in a series of 1s and 0s?
Who is recognized for proposing that all information can be encoded in a series of 1s and 0s?
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What significant development did the United States Department of Defense contribute to in the 1970s?
What significant development did the United States Department of Defense contribute to in the 1970s?
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Which hardware component did Steve Wozniak use to build the first Apple computer in 1976?
Which hardware component did Steve Wozniak use to build the first Apple computer in 1976?
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In what year did the World Wide Web emerge primarily for commercial purposes?
In what year did the World Wide Web emerge primarily for commercial purposes?
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Which early form of writing dates back to 3000 B.C. and is associated with Sumerians?
Which early form of writing dates back to 3000 B.C. and is associated with Sumerians?
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What is the primary focus of fact-checking?
What is the primary focus of fact-checking?
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Which of the following is NOT identified as a direct driver of biodiversity loss?
Which of the following is NOT identified as a direct driver of biodiversity loss?
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What is the outcome when a virus reaches an intermediary host that causes dilution?
What is the outcome when a virus reaches an intermediary host that causes dilution?
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What percentage of Filipinos believe that fake news is a serious problem?
What percentage of Filipinos believe that fake news is a serious problem?
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Which term describes a state where environmental, animal, and human health are interdependent?
Which term describes a state where environmental, animal, and human health are interdependent?
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According to the Lancet's 2009 definition, health can be described as the:
According to the Lancet's 2009 definition, health can be described as the:
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What type of biodiversity is most commonly measured in terms of species richness?
What type of biodiversity is most commonly measured in terms of species richness?
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Which statement best represents the concept of post-truth?
Which statement best represents the concept of post-truth?
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What historical figure is recognized as the father of epidemiology?
What historical figure is recognized as the father of epidemiology?
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Which benefit of biodiversity is concerned with cultural and economic aspects?
Which benefit of biodiversity is concerned with cultural and economic aspects?
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What major public health event did John Snow investigate in 1854?
What major public health event did John Snow investigate in 1854?
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What is a zoonosis?
What is a zoonosis?
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Utilitarianism asserts that actions should be judged based on their ability to:
Utilitarianism asserts that actions should be judged based on their ability to:
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What challenge is associated with the influence of emotions on public opinion?
What challenge is associated with the influence of emotions on public opinion?
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What was identified as a key component to achieving 'Health For All' in the 1978 Declaration of Alma Ata?
What was identified as a key component to achieving 'Health For All' in the 1978 Declaration of Alma Ata?
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During which period did significant advancements in understanding diseases take place, particularly the systematic approach to identifying causes?
During which period did significant advancements in understanding diseases take place, particularly the systematic approach to identifying causes?
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What are the three core functions of the essential public health services?
What are the three core functions of the essential public health services?
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When was COVID-19 declared a public health emergency of international concern?
When was COVID-19 declared a public health emergency of international concern?
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Which test is primarily used to determine the immune response after exposure to SARS-CoV-2?
Which test is primarily used to determine the immune response after exposure to SARS-CoV-2?
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Which historical figure observed that deforestation led to soil erosion, stating 'all the richer and softer parts have fallen away'?
Which historical figure observed that deforestation led to soil erosion, stating 'all the richer and softer parts have fallen away'?
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What concept refers to humans' awareness of how their actions affect the environment?
What concept refers to humans' awareness of how their actions affect the environment?
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Which movement was founded in 1898 to address air pollution caused by industrial production?
Which movement was founded in 1898 to address air pollution caused by industrial production?
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What term refers to the psychological and sociological actions aimed at protecting the environment?
What term refers to the psychological and sociological actions aimed at protecting the environment?
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In which ancient civilization did the recognition of pollution impact occur around 3000 BC?
In which ancient civilization did the recognition of pollution impact occur around 3000 BC?
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What was the primary purpose of the Public Health Act of 1875?
What was the primary purpose of the Public Health Act of 1875?
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Which act was a response to the Great Smog of 1952 in London?
Which act was a response to the Great Smog of 1952 in London?
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Who wrote 'Nature' in 1835, promoting a transcendental view of the natural world?
Who wrote 'Nature' in 1835, promoting a transcendental view of the natural world?
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What significant environmental movement did Rachel Louise Carson's 'Silent Spring' contribute to?
What significant environmental movement did Rachel Louise Carson's 'Silent Spring' contribute to?
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What was the primary aim of the Commons Preservation Society formed in 1865?
What was the primary aim of the Commons Preservation Society formed in 1865?
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Which of the following acts was passed first in the Philippines to establish an Environmental Impact Statement System?
Which of the following acts was passed first in the Philippines to establish an Environmental Impact Statement System?
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What movement involved hugging trees as a form of environmental advocacy?
What movement involved hugging trees as a form of environmental advocacy?
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What ideology did Thomas Robert Malthus present in 'An Essay on the Principle of Population'?
What ideology did Thomas Robert Malthus present in 'An Essay on the Principle of Population'?
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Study Notes
The Advent of the Information Age
- Information age (digital age) marked a shift from traditional industries to an information-driven economy, needing to access and control information.
- John Waters defined it as a time when information surpassed human understanding.
- The transistor, invented in 1947, and the optical amplifier (1957) were crucial advancements.
Ancient Writings and Books
- Sumerian cuneiform (3000 BCE), hieroglyphics (2900 BCE), and Chinese small seal script (200 BCE) were early writing systems.
- Papyrus rolls (500 BCE) and parchment codex (100 AD) were methods for preserving books.
- Wood-block printing and paper were invented in China (105 AD).
Printing Press
- Johannes Gutenberg (1440) invented the printing press.
- It used movable type, enabling mass communication and the spread of information.
- This marked a significant development in communication.
Electronic Brains (1970s)
- The desire for personal computers emerged in the 1970s.
- Steve Wozniak designed the Apple 1 computer.
- Steve Jobs saw the commercial potential and helped further computer development.
- Bill Gates and Microsoft saw the opportunity in providing software for computers.
Internet and World Wide Web
- The internet's origins lie in the US Department of Defense's need for inter-scientist communication.
- The development of the World Wide Web primarily served commercial purposes.
- E-mail facilitated convenient communication.
- Social media platforms emerged, changing how people interact and share information.
Evolution of the Information Age (2010s)
- Increased internet speeds from 1.5 to 15 megabits per second.
- Significant improvements in mobile data usage and video streaming.
- 2011-2019, mobile device usage greatly increased.
2020s Information Age Shifts
- Technological advancements moved from 4G to 5G cellular networks.
- Cloud computing is evolving to edge computing, enhancing computing accessibility.
- Automation in various sectors, including robotics, autonomous vehicles, and smart factories.
Information Age and the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR)
- Klaus Schwab, a German engineer and economist, is a key figure.
- 4IR or Industry 4.0 are terms for the integration of technology into manufacturing processes.
Other Topics
- Ethics of information age: Privacy, Accuracy, Property, and Access are discussed.
- Biodiversity: A key concept is the interconnectedness of life.
- Public Health & Safety: Health is defined beyond the lack of illness.
- Environmental Impacts: Discussion of problems with pollution, deforestation, and other factors.
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Test your knowledge on the major technological shifts and innovations in mobile data and information dissemination. This quiz explores key concepts such as geotagging, information transparency, and the Fourth Industrial Revolution. Dive into the evolution of computing from historical inventions to contemporary issues in information technology.
