Technology in Medicine and Transportation
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What is a primary advantage of robot-assisted surgery compared to traditional surgery?

  • Robotic surgeries eliminate the risk of infection.
  • Robots provide surgeons with enhanced precision and flexibility. (correct)
  • Robots can perform surgery without any human intervention.
  • Robotic surgeries always result in faster recovery times compared to traditional surgeries.
  • What is a potential concern associated with self-driving cars?

  • Self-driving cars are more susceptible to mechanical failures than traditional cars.
  • Self-driving cars are more expensive to produce than traditional cars.
  • Self-driving cars may lead to a decrease in driver engagement and an increase in distracted driving. (correct)
  • Self-driving cars are likely to increase traffic congestion.
  • How does virtual reality (VR) contribute to medical training?

  • VR allows for the creation of simulated environments where medical students can practice emergency procedures. (correct)
  • VR allows medical students to create virtual models of human anatomy for study.
  • VR allows medical students to perform real surgeries on virtual patients.
  • VR allows medical students to remotely observe surgeries being performed in operating rooms.
  • What is a common application of artificial intelligence (AI) in the context of human-like decision making?

    <p>AI can analyze large amounts of data to identify trends and patterns. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following are examples of embedded computers in everyday life?

    <p>Smart thermostats, programmable coffee makers, and public transportation apps. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main benefit of using technology and the internet for finding information?

    <p>Technology and the internet provide access to a vast amount of information from various sources. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common use of AI in daily life?

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    What is a significant feature of self-driving cars that enables them to adjust their speed based on traffic conditions?

    <p>Cameras and sensors (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a function of Electronic Stability Control (ESC)?

    <p>Detects blind spots (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a criticism of the use of in-vehicle technology such as ESC?

    <p>Drivers may become over-reliant on sensors, leading to less attention to their surroundings. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of an ATM?

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    What technology has been implemented in ATMs to improve security?

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    Which of the following is NOT a feature commonly found in a kiosk?

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    Which of the following is an example of an IoT-enabled home device?

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    Which of these features is NOT typically tracked by a wearable fitness tracker?

    <p>Blood pressure (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between IoT at home and wearable fitness trackers?

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    Which device is designed to assist users with limited hand mobility?

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    What is a primary goal of assistive technology?

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    What is one way to reduce electronic waste?

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    Which program encourages the production of energy-efficient devices?

    <p>ENERGY STAR Program (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a personal green computing practice?

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    Which of the following best describes green computing?

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    What is a key feature of devices that have received ENERGY STAR labeling?

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    Which practice can organizations adopt to reduce energy use?

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    What is the primary role of corporate trainers in businesses?

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    Which of the following best describes the responsibilities of IT consultants?

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    What does SEO stand for and why is it important?

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    Which role is specifically involved in analyzing digital evidence to solve crimes?

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    What is a key responsibility of security specialists in information and systems security?

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    Which of the following should NOT be included in a professional online presence?

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    What is one benefit of using professional networks like LinkedIn?

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    Which of the following is a primary focus of data storage, retrieval, and analysis?

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    What is the primary function of graphic organizers in learning?

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    What role does the Information Technology (IT) Department serve in an organization?

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    What is the purpose of a Learning Management System (LMS)?

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    Which technology enables communication between devices without human interaction?

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    What does the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) ensure?

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    What is a characteristic of an intelligent classroom?

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    What is the role of natural language processing (NLP) in AI?

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    Which of these is NOT a use of Virtual Reality (VR)?

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    What is the primary goal of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the context of Virtual Reality?

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    How does Augmented Reality (AR) differ from Virtual Reality (VR)?

    <p>AR overlays digital information onto the real world, while VR creates completely immersive environments. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a factor contributing to the digital divide?

    <p>Availability of renewable energy sources (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the digital divide impact education?

    <p>Students with access to technology have better learning tools and opportunities, while those without access miss out. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some of the efforts being made to reduce the digital divide?

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    Which of these is an example of Augmented Reality (AR)?

    <p>A smartphone app that overlays directions onto a live camera view (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between traditional games and VR games?

    <p>VR games offer immersive experiences, while traditional games are more passive (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Virtual Reality (VR)

    VR uses computers to simulate real or imagined 3-D environments.

    Uses of VR

    VR is used in gaming, simulations, education, and entertainment.

    Augmented Reality (AR)

    AR blends real-world images with digital information.

    Examples of AR

    Examples include directional overlays and sports broadcast enhancements.

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    Digital Divide

    The digital divide is the gap between technology access and those without.

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    Causes of the Digital Divide

    Factors include socioeconomic status, location, and government restrictions.

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    Impact of the Digital Divide

    Lack of access limits education and job opportunities for many.

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    Efforts to Reduce the Digital Divide

    Organizations aim to expand technology access and improve digital literacy.

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    Embedded Computers

    Computers integrated into devices for specific functions.

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    Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

    System that helps prevent skidding by assisting with steering.

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    Backup Cameras

    Cameras that help drivers see behind their vehicles.

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    Automated Teller Machines (ATMs)

    Machines for banking transactions like cash withdrawal and deposits.

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    Chip-and-PIN Technology

    Security method using an embedded chip for bank cards.

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    Kiosks

    Freestanding booths for information and self-service transactions.

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    IoT at Home

    Use of Internet-connected devices to manage household functions.

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    Wearable Fitness Trackers

    Devices that collect health data like steps and heart rate.

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    On-screen keyboards

    Input devices for users with limited hand mobility.

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    Speech recognition programs

    Software that converts spoken words into text.

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    Green computing

    Practice of reducing energy use and minimizing waste in tech.

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    ENERGY STAR Program

    Initiative promoting energy-efficient devices and appliances.

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    Reduce electronic waste

    Practices to minimize disposal of electronics.

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    Power-saving modes

    Settings that reduce energy usage during inactivity.

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    Auditory aids

    Technologies like audiobooks that assist learning by reading aloud.

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    Natural cooling methods

    Techniques to reduce cooling costs in data centers using outside air.

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    Hazardous Waste Cleanup

    Robots are used in dangerous environments to clean toxic materials.

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    Robotic Surgery

    Surgery performed with robots, allowing for precision and smaller incisions.

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    Self-Driving Cars

    Cars that use cameras, sensors, and GPS to navigate without human intervention.

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    AI Decision Making

    Artificial Intelligence mimicking human decision-making through data.

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    Virtual Reality in Training

    VR technology used for training, especially in medical and NASA fields.

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    Smart Home Automation

    Devices that enhance daily living by connecting to the Internet.

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    Programmable Coffee Makers

    Coffee machines that can be set to brew at specific times automatically.

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    Public Transportation Apps

    Apps that provide transit information, including routes and payment options.

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    Graphic Organizers

    Visual tools that help organize information and ideas for learning and problem-solving.

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    Hardware

    The physical components of a computer system, such as CPU, memory, and keyboard.

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    IDEA

    A U.S. law ensuring students with disabilities receive free and appropriate public education, including technology support.

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    Information

    Processed data that is meaningful and useful for decision-making.

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    Internet of Things (IoT)

    A network of interconnected smart devices that communicate over the Internet.

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    Learning Management System (LMS)

    A digital platform for delivering, tracking, and managing online courses and training.

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    Microprocessor

    The central processing unit (CPU) of a computer, executing instructions and calculations.

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    Technology Education

    Training provided in schools, colleges, and businesses for tech skills.

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    Corporate Trainers

    Professionals who teach employees to use business-specific technology.

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    Help Desk Specialists

    Assist employees in troubleshooting technology problems.

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    IT Consulting

    Experts in areas like software development and network setup for companies.

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    System Development

    Programming software, apps, and setting up networks while ensuring requirements are met.

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    Web Marketing

    Combines marketing strategies with online platforms, including SEO for visibility.

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    Data Storage & Analysis

    Involves collecting, analyzing, and reporting data for strategic decisions.

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    Information Security

    Knowledge and measures to protect systems from network threats like hacking.

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    Study Notes

    Importance of Technology

    • Technology has revolutionized daily life over the past 25 years
    • Enables effective information access, searching, and sharing
    • Helps manage finances, calendars, tasks, and entertainment

    Digital Literacy

    • Current knowledge and understanding of computers, mobile devices, and the web
    • Also referred to as "computer literacy"
    • Essential for job acquisition and global communication
    • Enables participation in international communities

    Computer Definition

    • An electronic device functioning under stored instructions
    • Accepts data, processes it into information, and stores it for future use
    • Raw facts are called "data"
    • Processed data, with meaning, is called "information"

    Computer Components

    • Hardware: Physical parts like wires, cases, switches, electronic circuits
    • Software: Programs and apps that guide computer tasks
    • Software Role: Processes data into meaningful information

    History of Computers

    • Early Tools: People used tools for calculations (e.g., abacus)
    • 19th C: First computing machines were developed
    • Modern Era: Smartphones and tablets are powerful handheld devices

    First Generation (1940s-1950s)

    • Used large, unreliable, expensive vacuum tubes that generated heat. (Examples: ENIAC and UNIVAC)
    • Limited availability due to size, power needs, and heat

    Second Generation (1950s-1960s)

    • Replaced vacuum tubes with smaller, cheaper, and more reliable transistors
    • Introduced tape and disk storage, memory, operating systems, and stored programs

    Third Generation (1960s-1970s)

    • Developed integrated circuits (ICs), packing thousands of transistors onto a single chip (e.g., microprocessors)
    • Microprocessors were more efficient than previous integrated circuits

    Rise of Personal Computers (1970s-1980s)

    • Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak introduced the Apple II (pre-assembled personal computer with color graphics and spreadsheet software)
    • IBM introduced the Personal Computer (PC), driving market growth

    Modern Computers (1990s-Present)

    • Use of the Internet and wireless networks
    • Increased use of smartphones and tablets
    • Power and speed enhancements compared to older models

    Definition and Role of IoT (Internet of Things)

    • A network of devices that communicate via the internet or wireless networks
    • Examples include alarm clocks, coffeemakers, thermostats, streetlights, and navigation systems.
    • Many devices communicate, locate, and predict.

    IoT Communication Technologies

    • Bluetooth, RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) Tags, NFC (Near-Field Communication)
    • Sensors that transmit data for analysis and storage via a wireless network

    Role of Big Data in IoT

    • Large-scale data storage and processing
    • Efficiently stores and processes sensor data
    • Enables rapid connection between devices

    Embedded Computers

    • Function as part of a larger product, performing a specific function
    • Key Characteristics: small size; limited hardware; enhanced device capabilities.

    Embedded Computers in Vehicles

    • Functions: backup cameras, blind-spot detection, road condition warnings, electronic stability control.

    ATMs and Kiosks

    • ATMs: Familiar use of IoT (Automatic Teller Machines); transactions for cash withdrawal, deposits, balance inquiries, transfers.
    • Kiosks: Freestanding booths in public areas; used in hotels, airports, for check-in; healthcare kiosks assist patients; public/event information kiosks display schedules, maps.

    IoT at Home

    • Remote management of home devices is made possible through the Internet of Things (IoT).
    • Examples: Starting appliances at a set time; checking in on home via webcam; adjusting temperature remotely.

    IoT in Business

    • IoT benefits all business areas by improving efficiency through tracking and automation.
    • Industries using IoT include manufacturing, retail, shipping, and healthcare

    IoT in Shipping and Logistics

    • Tracking truck mileage and location enhances efficiency and safety
    • Monitoring driving time to ensure safe driving practices

    IoT in Healthcare

    • Connections with wearable health devices (e.g., blood pressure, glucose monitors).
    • Sending prescription updates to pharmacies
    • Tracking and storing patient data
    • Sharing patient data with specialists
    • Sending appointment reminders

    Artificial Intelligence (AI)

    • Technology that simulates human intelligence using logic and experience
    • Enables computers to learn, make decisions, and combine information

    Capabilities of AI

    • Speech recognition (e.g., Siri, Alexa)
    • Virtual reality (VR) applications
    • Logical reasoning (e.g., predictions, problem-solving)
    • Creative responses (e.g., music generation, art)

    How AI Works

    • AI collects data to make decisions and reach conclusions
    • AI utilizes machine intelligence instead of human intelligence
    • Programmers train AI using predefined rules: "If X happens, then do Y."

    Virtual Reality (VR)

    • Simulates a real or imagined three-dimensional environment
    • Users experience VR through 3-D images, visual and sound effects, and interactive simulations

    Augmented Reality (AR)

    • Combines real-world images with digital information
    • Examples: Overlaying information on a location photo or showing a first-down marker during football broadcasts

    The Digital Divide

    • The gap between those with technology access and those without
    • Factors: socioeconomic status, geographic location, age, level of education, government restrictions

    Importance of Assistive Technology

    • Addresses technology challenges for individuals with disabilities
    • Enhances access to resources and services for users with, visual, hearing, mobility, and learning impairments

    Assistive Technology for Visual Disabilities, Auditory Disabilities, Mobility Disabilities, Learning Disabilities

    • Adjustments for visual clarity, screen readers, and braille displays
    • Aids for hearing impairments, such as visual notifications instead of sound alerts, captions for videos
    • Alternative input devices for mobility issues, e.g., on-screen keyboards

    Green Computing

    • Practice of reducing electricity and minimizing environmental waste in the usage of technology
    • Helps conserve energy while reducing e-waste
    • Promoting energy-efficient devices, recycling and extending lifespan of devices

    Enterprise Computing

    • Technology use in large businesses to support specific departments.
    • Technology supporting various departments/functional units (e.g., IT, HR) improves efficiency through data tracking and analysis.

    Role of Tech in the Professional World

    • Essential in nearly every job to meet project goals, exchange information, and meet customer needs.
    • Technology use in seeking job openings; creating applications and resumes with digital formats; professional networking through digital platforms.

    Impact of Technology on Workplace Efficiency

    • Speeding up communication, automating tasks, improving data management, and boosting customer service through virtual assistance and technology tools

    Remote Work and Tele-commuting

    • Employees use electronic devices, Internet connection, and cloud services to work remotely
    • This is made available by technological advancements that allow employees to work from any location with necessary internet connection

    Collaborative Productivity Software

    • Digital platform for sharing documents and materials
    • Enabling real-time collaboration through comments and revisions

    Technology in K-12 and Higher Education

    • Use of social media for events and collaboration
    • Online productivity tools (assignments, collaborative projects, etc.)
    • Use of technology-equipped classrooms for enhancing learning experiences

    Technology in Healthcare

    • Computer use for monitoring vital signs, researching symptoms, and diagnosing illnesses
    • Electronic bracelets for collecting vital signs, smart pills that monitor medication, and 3D printing used for creating casts and prosthetics or prosthetics.

    Technology in Manufacturing

    • Robotic automation enhances efficiency; common in automotive manufacturing
    • Ordering and assembling products - computer use in automating parts and materials ordering for custom products.
    • Machine-to-machine communication

    Technology Education, Training, and Support

    • Training for utilizing technology in educational institutions, workspaces, and professional environments
    • Help desk specialists, IT consultants, teacher training, staff development, etc.

    Web Marketing and Social Media

    • Marketing via social media platforms
    • Improving website visibility via SEO
    • Creating social media campaigns and plans

    Data Storage, Retrieval, and Analysis

    • Involves the collection, analysis, storage, and reporting of information for business strategies.
    • Assists in solving crimes and understanding data trends—helpful to companies and agencies

    Information and Systems Security

    • Knowledge of security threats (e.g., Viruses, hacking, cyber attacks)
    • Protection of data & systems from digital attacks is crucial in the modern technological era

    Professional Online Presence for Technology Careers

    • Building a professional online presence—websites, profiles on social media and job-search platforms to showcase skills, experience, and interests
    • Utilizing platforms for networking is becoming increasingly important for professionals

    Certifications in Technology

    • Certifications prove expertise in areas such as application software, data analysis, hardware and networking, operating systems, programming, and cybersecurity
    • Certifications can enhance professional profiles by demonstrating competence

    Computers in Daily Life

    • Computers are embedded in numerous daily-life objects like cars, ATMs, stores, and smart home appliances; these utilize Internet connectivity

    Evolution of Computers

    • Moving from large, inefficient machines with bulky tubes to smaller, more powerful, interconnected computers (e.g., PCs, smartphones)

    Emerging Technologies

    • AI (Artificial Intelligence), VR (Virtual Reality), and AR (Augmented Reality) are examples of emerging technologies in today's world.

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    This quiz explores the impact of technology on medicine and transportation, highlighting robotic surgery, self-driving cars, and AI applications. Answer questions about the advantages and concerns associated with these technologies and their role in enhancing daily life. Test your knowledge on how technology influences modern practices in healthcare and vehicle safety.

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