The Nature and Purposes of Online Platforms and Applications (Naylor 2021)

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What is the main purpose of online collaboration tools mentioned in the text?

Develop new software for file sharing.

Curate and organize ICT content for businesses.

Enhance video quality in online conferences.

Facilitate faster interaction and communication among users. (correct)

What does content curation involve?

Deleting existing content from various sources.

Finding and organizing relevant information for a specific audience. (correct)

Developing new information from scratch.

Sharing information without organizing it.

Which of the following statements is true about Google Drive and OneDrive?

Both tools assist in storing personal and confidential information across devices. (correct)

They enhance video conferencing capabilities.

They focus on developing ICT content.

They are primarily used for social media management.

What distinguishes video conferencing tools like Zoom, Google Meet, Skype for Business, and Microsoft Teams from other tools?

They aim to make video conferencing user-friendly and easy to navigate. Signup and view all the answers

How do online collaboration tools contribute to social empowerment?

Through curating and organizing ICT content for public awareness. Signup and view all the answers

What role do tools like SocialPilot play in the digitalization process?

They assist in curating and presenting ICT content for social empowerment. Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the significant impacts of online platforms and applications?

Faster interaction Signup and view all the answers

How have online platforms and applications impacted diverse business models?

Provided equal opportunities for everyone Signup and view all the answers

What privilege is mentioned in the text regarding using online platforms?

Ease of interaction and access Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true about the transition facilitated by digitalization according to the text?

Increased reliance on online services Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of online platforms has made connecting and communication easier according to the text?

Ease of access with a single click or tap Signup and view all the answers

How have online platforms changed the scenario of success according to the text?

People with limited resources have more opportunities for success Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of online collaboration tools compared to traditional collaboration tools?

They are commonly cloud-based and assist teams remotely. Signup and view all the answers

Which type of collaboration involves real-time exchange of information through video conferencing and instant messaging?

Synchronous collaboration Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of asynchronous collaboration?

It is mostly self-paced and used for projects that are not a priority. Signup and view all the answers

How does synchronous collaboration benefit teams?

By enabling instant discussions, feedback, and idea spontaneity. Signup and view all the answers

Which type of collaboration helps individuals focus on their productivity and respond when prepared with necessary information?

Asynchronous collaboration Signup and view all the answers

In online collaborations, what role do cloud-based tools play in facilitating teamwork?

Helping teams organize, exchange files, manage work remotely Signup and view all the answers