1- TechReflect: Imagine you were alseep for a thousand years and suddenly woke up in this technological age. What are some things that can help you get up-to-date with using technology.
To get up to date on current technology, I would go to a library and find books about technology. I would also ask a librarian for help with the technology. After I got a basic understanding, I would use the internet to research and use the various technologies available.
2- Read p.383-4. What inspired Alan Kay? What did he accomplish?
Alan Kay was inspired by Douglas Engelbart and his demonstration of interactive computing. After this, Kay began to build a personal computer. However, he wanted the personal computer to be somthing that would go everywhere and work as a calculator, calendar, word processor, graphics machine, communication device, and reference tool. Apple's Macintosh took Kay's ideas and built on them, become on the first inexpensive personal computers with his ideas. He also developed a graphical programming tool for children with Disney.
Thursday, October 22, 2009
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
TechReflect
TechReflect:
a-Do you think educational games are good ways for students to learn in schools? Give examples that support your arguments.
I think that educational games are a good way for students to learn. Games make the lesson more exciting and children will pay more attention when they are interested. If they are enthusiastic, they are more likely to remember what they learned in their class. For example, there are games on Mavis Beacon that help students type. They can play a game where they must type the letters before the penguin falls off the iceberg. Or there are games for spelling. The student must spell the word correctly before time runs out, or to keep the balloon afloat until it reaches its destination.
b. Other games can help with certain skills, like training the mind to think in new ways and find new solutions. However, there are some games that are completely pointless and a waste of time, though entertaining
a-Do you think educational games are good ways for students to learn in schools? Give examples that support your arguments.
I think that educational games are a good way for students to learn. Games make the lesson more exciting and children will pay more attention when they are interested. If they are enthusiastic, they are more likely to remember what they learned in their class. For example, there are games on Mavis Beacon that help students type. They can play a game where they must type the letters before the penguin falls off the iceberg. Or there are games for spelling. The student must spell the word correctly before time runs out, or to keep the balloon afloat until it reaches its destination.
b. Other games can help with certain skills, like training the mind to think in new ways and find new solutions. However, there are some games that are completely pointless and a waste of time, though entertaining
Thursday, October 15, 2009
Review
1- Write the URL for your blog.
http://www.aliatechblog.blogspot.com
2- What is a domain? Where does it appear in the URL?
A domain is the address of a website or the name of a host system in a network. It appears after the name of the site. For example, www.blogger.com or www.aliatechblog.blogspot.com
3- What is Boolean logic? How can you use it to find a passage of Beowulf in Old English?
Boolean logic is the system used for searching on the internet. It specifies keywords or other important things to make searches easier. It uses quotations, and words like AND and AND NOT, to specify. You can search, for example, "Beowulf Old AND English".
4- How is using the search engine helpful in different classes? Math? Arabic?
Using a search engine, we can find supplementary materials to what we have learned. We can also search for help or explanations of confusing material. We can use search engines like Yamli.com to search articles in Arabic.
5- What is the purpose of a network server?
A network server shares data, programs and other resources. They give you access to the internet and other resources.
6- Pros and cons of USB drives?
USB drives can be a backup storage. They are small and portable. However, they can get lost. They can run out of memory. They can be stolen.
http://www.aliatechblog.blogspot.com
2- What is a domain? Where does it appear in the URL?
A domain is the address of a website or the name of a host system in a network. It appears after the name of the site. For example, www.blogger.com or www.aliatechblog.blogspot.com
3- What is Boolean logic? How can you use it to find a passage of Beowulf in Old English?
Boolean logic is the system used for searching on the internet. It specifies keywords or other important things to make searches easier. It uses quotations, and words like AND and AND NOT, to specify. You can search, for example, "Beowulf Old AND English".
4- How is using the search engine helpful in different classes? Math? Arabic?
Using a search engine, we can find supplementary materials to what we have learned. We can also search for help or explanations of confusing material. We can use search engines like Yamli.com to search articles in Arabic.
5- What is the purpose of a network server?
A network server shares data, programs and other resources. They give you access to the internet and other resources.
6- Pros and cons of USB drives?
USB drives can be a backup storage. They are small and portable. However, they can get lost. They can run out of memory. They can be stolen.
Sunday, October 11, 2009
Censorship on the Internet
Least Access to Most Access:
Cuba: Most of Cuba's population does not have access to the Internet. Those that do are under much control and surveillance. The government has banned all private internet connections. Cubans must use public access points that are easier to monitor. Secondly, their is software that alerts the government when "subversive" keywords are typed. It is also made sure that political enemies and independent journalists do not have internet access to publish. There is severe punishment in Cuba for accessing the internet illegally or publishing anti-government content.
China: The Chinese government blocks all websites that are anti-government, media sites with unregulated content, sites related to Taiwan, and sites with obscenity, pornography, and criminal activity. At least 18,000 websites are blocked in mainland China.
Saudi Arabia: All internet traffic is directed to King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology where it is filtered. Blocked sites include those that contain immoral content, and those based on directions from the Ministry of Interior. These, obviously, include anti-government sites.
Brazil: Brazil prohibits the anonymity of journalists, forbids freedom of expression, and blocks sites that are racist or offensive.
France: French internet users that illegally download copyrighted material have their internet disconnected. There is also a blacklist of sites with child pornography which service providers will have to block.
Germany: Germany is in the process of building a system for censorship, especially of sites involving child pornography
India: India has blocked approximately 17 sites, mostly pertaining to separatist groups, and defamatory content.
Japan: Japan uses filtering software to remove information it deems harmful.
United States: There are few sites blocked in the United States, although some schools and libraries use filtering software to block sites inappropriate for children.
The intent behind these restrictions is to limit repercussions against the government, especially when they oppress people. If people are forbidden from discussing the oppression of the government, then they will not know who agrees with them and will not be able to organize some sort of uprising against the government. By restricting people's access to the government, the government only gains more control over them and their lives. These restrictions, however, can also be helpful in preventing the exploitation of children, or from letting them see inappropriate content. I think that in most cases, the restrictions will work. People will be too afraid to stand up against the government, especially if there are very strict punishments (years in jail, etc.), and they have been oppressed by the government for years.
Cuba: Most of Cuba's population does not have access to the Internet. Those that do are under much control and surveillance. The government has banned all private internet connections. Cubans must use public access points that are easier to monitor. Secondly, their is software that alerts the government when "subversive" keywords are typed. It is also made sure that political enemies and independent journalists do not have internet access to publish. There is severe punishment in Cuba for accessing the internet illegally or publishing anti-government content.
China: The Chinese government blocks all websites that are anti-government, media sites with unregulated content, sites related to Taiwan, and sites with obscenity, pornography, and criminal activity. At least 18,000 websites are blocked in mainland China.
Saudi Arabia: All internet traffic is directed to King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology where it is filtered. Blocked sites include those that contain immoral content, and those based on directions from the Ministry of Interior. These, obviously, include anti-government sites.
Brazil: Brazil prohibits the anonymity of journalists, forbids freedom of expression, and blocks sites that are racist or offensive.
France: French internet users that illegally download copyrighted material have their internet disconnected. There is also a blacklist of sites with child pornography which service providers will have to block.
Germany: Germany is in the process of building a system for censorship, especially of sites involving child pornography
India: India has blocked approximately 17 sites, mostly pertaining to separatist groups, and defamatory content.
Japan: Japan uses filtering software to remove information it deems harmful.
United States: There are few sites blocked in the United States, although some schools and libraries use filtering software to block sites inappropriate for children.
The intent behind these restrictions is to limit repercussions against the government, especially when they oppress people. If people are forbidden from discussing the oppression of the government, then they will not know who agrees with them and will not be able to organize some sort of uprising against the government. By restricting people's access to the government, the government only gains more control over them and their lives. These restrictions, however, can also be helpful in preventing the exploitation of children, or from letting them see inappropriate content. I think that in most cases, the restrictions will work. People will be too afraid to stand up against the government, especially if there are very strict punishments (years in jail, etc.), and they have been oppressed by the government for years.
Friday, October 9, 2009
Review Questions
1- Why is file compression important on the Internet?
File compression is reducing the size of a file so that more files can fit in the same amount of disk space. This allows messages to be transferred through the networks faster.
2- What new services are available as a result of the commercialization of the Internet? What new problems are arising as a result of that commercialization?
As a result of the commercialization of the Internet, there are many new services available to users. Users are able to shop online, research topics for homework or entertainment, share files, read articles and comment on them, and communicate with one another. However, there are several issues that arise with the commercialization of the Internet. These include security, privacy, and the idea of intellectual property. Hackers are able to get into computer systems and steal people's personal information which may lead to identity theft. Regarding privacy, there are websites that have files documenting everything a person does and this information can be easily accessed. When sharing files online, people can violate copyright rules, in essence stealing from the original owners and creators.
3- Residents of the People’s Republic of China can have their Internet access blocked for a period of time if they attempt to access banned sites. Do you feel this is an effective way for the Chinese government to control people’s behavior on the Internet?
Yes, as much as I do not believe that the government should monitor and control people's behavior, I think this is an effective way of doing so. If you have tried to access a banned site and have your Internet blocked for some time, then you are not likely to do so again. People do not have the time to sit around all day waiting until their Internet is unblocked. So that they won't waste their time, they will not access the websites again.
File compression is reducing the size of a file so that more files can fit in the same amount of disk space. This allows messages to be transferred through the networks faster.
2- What new services are available as a result of the commercialization of the Internet? What new problems are arising as a result of that commercialization?
As a result of the commercialization of the Internet, there are many new services available to users. Users are able to shop online, research topics for homework or entertainment, share files, read articles and comment on them, and communicate with one another. However, there are several issues that arise with the commercialization of the Internet. These include security, privacy, and the idea of intellectual property. Hackers are able to get into computer systems and steal people's personal information which may lead to identity theft. Regarding privacy, there are websites that have files documenting everything a person does and this information can be easily accessed. When sharing files online, people can violate copyright rules, in essence stealing from the original owners and creators.
3- Residents of the People’s Republic of China can have their Internet access blocked for a period of time if they attempt to access banned sites. Do you feel this is an effective way for the Chinese government to control people’s behavior on the Internet?
Yes, as much as I do not believe that the government should monitor and control people's behavior, I think this is an effective way of doing so. If you have tried to access a banned site and have your Internet blocked for some time, then you are not likely to do so again. People do not have the time to sit around all day waiting until their Internet is unblocked. So that they won't waste their time, they will not access the websites again.
Thursday, October 8, 2009
SMS in Kenya
What is SMS? How was it used in Kenya? What are some Social/Ethical Issues involved with it? What are some ways it could be used for Education?
SMS (short message service) is a type of messaging done over mobile devices (cell phones). It is basically text messaging. In Kenya, it is used as a part of health services combating malnutrition in children. The length and circumference of the child's upper arm is measured. All the data is collected on mobile phones, then sent to a central database via SMS messaging.
S/E Issues:
People and Machines: The things now done by the SMS system used to be done manually. Instead of the data being logged into books, it is done through computers.
Security and Privacy: All the data is stored on a central database. Health profiles of these children are built up over time. If someone hacks into the system, the privacy of these children can be undermined.
SMS messaging can be used for sending study notes, and tips for certain subjects. It can also be used for students and teachers to communicate in faster manner for help with homework.
SMS (short message service) is a type of messaging done over mobile devices (cell phones). It is basically text messaging. In Kenya, it is used as a part of health services combating malnutrition in children. The length and circumference of the child's upper arm is measured. All the data is collected on mobile phones, then sent to a central database via SMS messaging.
S/E Issues:
People and Machines: The things now done by the SMS system used to be done manually. Instead of the data being logged into books, it is done through computers.
Security and Privacy: All the data is stored on a central database. Health profiles of these children are built up over time. If someone hacks into the system, the privacy of these children can be undermined.
SMS messaging can be used for sending study notes, and tips for certain subjects. It can also be used for students and teachers to communicate in faster manner for help with homework.
Net Censorship and Democracy's Fall
1- Do you think Americans have a double standard when it comes to free speech and censorship? In other words, do you think Americans hold other societies to a higher standard when it comes to the right of free speech?
Yes, I do think that America has a double standard when it comes to free speech and censorship. The government only believes in free speech when it benefits them. As soon as something negative is said, it is censored. There is also the matter of tapping phone calls and snooping into people's private records and information. Then America turns around and denounces censorship in other countries.
2-Do you agree with Dvorak that "all censorship mechanisms are bad for society"?
No, I do not agree. Some censorship is necessary, such as censoring inappropriate content from television or places that children have easy access to. I do think, though, that people should have the right to give their opinion freely about whatever event without fear of it being censored by the government.
IT Systems:
This issue affects the internet, television, and other communication systems.
S/E Issues:
Privacy: With the government tapping phone calls and snooping through telephone and email records, people will be more careful about what they say, possibly lying in order to protect themselves from negative repercussions.
Reliability: Let's say that you bought a product from a company and had a negative experience throughout the whole process. So you go to the website and post a comment detailing your negative experience and warning prospective customers. If the company censors the comments, then all prospective customers visiting the site will not see any negative comments, and will think they will have a positive experience. This does not portray an accurate view of the company.
AOIs:
This issue affects all the areas of interaction, especially those that have to do with the internet.
Yes, I do think that America has a double standard when it comes to free speech and censorship. The government only believes in free speech when it benefits them. As soon as something negative is said, it is censored. There is also the matter of tapping phone calls and snooping into people's private records and information. Then America turns around and denounces censorship in other countries.
2-Do you agree with Dvorak that "all censorship mechanisms are bad for society"?
No, I do not agree. Some censorship is necessary, such as censoring inappropriate content from television or places that children have easy access to. I do think, though, that people should have the right to give their opinion freely about whatever event without fear of it being censored by the government.
IT Systems:
This issue affects the internet, television, and other communication systems.
S/E Issues:
Privacy: With the government tapping phone calls and snooping through telephone and email records, people will be more careful about what they say, possibly lying in order to protect themselves from negative repercussions.
Reliability: Let's say that you bought a product from a company and had a negative experience throughout the whole process. So you go to the website and post a comment detailing your negative experience and warning prospective customers. If the company censors the comments, then all prospective customers visiting the site will not see any negative comments, and will think they will have a positive experience. This does not portray an accurate view of the company.
AOIs:
This issue affects all the areas of interaction, especially those that have to do with the internet.
Chapter Review A
Explain how and why the Internet was created.
The Internet was created in the 1960s. It started with ARPANET, Advanced Research Projects Agency NETwork. It was basically a group of computers networked together. ARPANET was disbanded in 1990, but its technology started the Internet. The network of computers grew bigger and bigger to include the international community. The Internet was created as a project by U.S. military strategists who were afraid of an enemy attack that would render the government unable to communicate with eachother. The government wanted a network that could function even after connections were destroyed.
Describe the technology that’s at the heart of the Internet:
The technology at the heart of the Internet is called the TCP/IP protocol, or the transmission control Protocol/Internet Protocol. TCP/IP was developed as an experiment in connecting different types of networks and computer systems. The TCP protocol is like a postal system. When you send a message on the Internet, it is divided into packets which has all the information routers need to transfer the packet from network to network until it reaches its destination. The packets may follow different routes, however, at the end, they all reach the destination where they are reassembled into the original message. The IP protocol is the addressing system of the Internet. Every computer has an IP address, a string of four number separated by periods. IP addresses can be static, or a permanent address, or dynamic, used for computers temporarily connected to the Internet. THey recieve a new address everytime they log on.
Describe the technology that makes the Web work as a multimedia mass medium.
Plug-ins are available through Web browsers. These plug-ins download new features onto their computer that allow them to use different mulitmedia and applications on the Web.
Discuss the tools people use to build Web sites.
People use many tools to build websites. People can use codes such as HTML and XML in any word processor and publish that, or they can use some of the many availabe web-authoring softwares, like Macromedia Dreamweaver and Microsoft FrontPage.
Discuss the trends that are changing the Internet and the way people use it.
As more people log on to the Internet, it rapidly changes. People use the internet for communication, entertainment, shopping, sharing music, movies and other files, and watching or reading the news.
Discuss some of the most important social and political issues raised by the growth of the Internet.
Some social and political issues raised include equality of access, the abuse of freedom and censorship. Not everyone, especially those in low-income communities, are not able to access the Internet or even buy a computer. People are able to share files through the internet. This may lead to copyright issues as people share files protected by copyright. This in turn hurts those who supply these products the legal way. Also, governments may choose to block a website because of objectionable content.
Describe various ways that governments restrict access to the Internet.
Governments have certain websites, or topics blocked so that when they are searched, these websites are blocked.
The Internet was created in the 1960s. It started with ARPANET, Advanced Research Projects Agency NETwork. It was basically a group of computers networked together. ARPANET was disbanded in 1990, but its technology started the Internet. The network of computers grew bigger and bigger to include the international community. The Internet was created as a project by U.S. military strategists who were afraid of an enemy attack that would render the government unable to communicate with eachother. The government wanted a network that could function even after connections were destroyed.
Describe the technology that’s at the heart of the Internet:
The technology at the heart of the Internet is called the TCP/IP protocol, or the transmission control Protocol/Internet Protocol. TCP/IP was developed as an experiment in connecting different types of networks and computer systems. The TCP protocol is like a postal system. When you send a message on the Internet, it is divided into packets which has all the information routers need to transfer the packet from network to network until it reaches its destination. The packets may follow different routes, however, at the end, they all reach the destination where they are reassembled into the original message. The IP protocol is the addressing system of the Internet. Every computer has an IP address, a string of four number separated by periods. IP addresses can be static, or a permanent address, or dynamic, used for computers temporarily connected to the Internet. THey recieve a new address everytime they log on.
Describe the technology that makes the Web work as a multimedia mass medium.
Plug-ins are available through Web browsers. These plug-ins download new features onto their computer that allow them to use different mulitmedia and applications on the Web.
Discuss the tools people use to build Web sites.
People use many tools to build websites. People can use codes such as HTML and XML in any word processor and publish that, or they can use some of the many availabe web-authoring softwares, like Macromedia Dreamweaver and Microsoft FrontPage.
Discuss the trends that are changing the Internet and the way people use it.
As more people log on to the Internet, it rapidly changes. People use the internet for communication, entertainment, shopping, sharing music, movies and other files, and watching or reading the news.
Discuss some of the most important social and political issues raised by the growth of the Internet.
Some social and political issues raised include equality of access, the abuse of freedom and censorship. Not everyone, especially those in low-income communities, are not able to access the Internet or even buy a computer. People are able to share files through the internet. This may lead to copyright issues as people share files protected by copyright. This in turn hurts those who supply these products the legal way. Also, governments may choose to block a website because of objectionable content.
Describe various ways that governments restrict access to the Internet.
Governments have certain websites, or topics blocked so that when they are searched, these websites are blocked.
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
TechReflect
How easy/difficult is it to use RSS? Find 2 online applications that display feeds. How difficult is it to use RSS (can a clue-less web browser figure out how to use it)? Post a picture of the icon used for RSS.
RSS is a type of push technology that delivers website updates straight to the subscriber. Suscribers to websites run RSS reading browsers that periodically visit the websites, examine the feeds, and display the new content. This makes it easier on the subscriber as they don't have to check all the different websites to see if they have been updated. RSS is relatively easy to use. Instead of checking all the different blogs I read to see if they have been updated, I can see when they have been updated when I log into my Blogger.com account.
These two websites use RSS: http://acpitgs.wordpress.com/classhw/, as well as our own blogs if we subscribe to other blogs.
Review: What is Boolean Logic?
Boolean logic is a complex query structure used by most search engines. For example, one can search "american AND indian AND NOT cleveland" to focus the search on Native Americans. Boolean logic allows a person to be very specific in their searches in order to find exactly what they are looking for.
Push and Pull Technology, RSS
Push and Pull Technology:
In pull technology, browsers on the user's computers pulls information from servers. The browser must make a request before any information is delivered. Push technology is the opposite. Push technology automatically delivers information to the computer. You subscribe to a service and specify the information you want to recieve. The server then delivers this information periodically. This can be used for news headlines, or getting the latest software upgrades.
RSS:
RSS stands for Really Simple Syndication. It is an XML-based format for sharing data. RSS check the websites or feeds that people subscribe to and send the subscriber all the new content, as opposed to the subscriber having to check several different websites to see if they have been updated.
In pull technology, browsers on the user's computers pulls information from servers. The browser must make a request before any information is delivered. Push technology is the opposite. Push technology automatically delivers information to the computer. You subscribe to a service and specify the information you want to recieve. The server then delivers this information periodically. This can be used for news headlines, or getting the latest software upgrades.
RSS:
RSS stands for Really Simple Syndication. It is an XML-based format for sharing data. RSS check the websites or feeds that people subscribe to and send the subscriber all the new content, as opposed to the subscriber having to check several different websites to see if they have been updated.
Monday, October 5, 2009
Web Sites HW
So for homework we made two different web pages, one using basic HTML on Notepad, and the other on a Microsoft program. I used Word.
While using the HTML code, I had to research the different codes used for different features of the website and type them in. Sometimes they did not work, and in the end, when I tried to view the web page, it did not work. However, it was much easier using Word. I simply placed everything in their place and published as a a web page. One bad thing though, was that while I had placed the things in columns in Word, those columns were not shown or used on the web page.
Both HTML and the Microsoft program were useful. However, as much trouble as HTML code is, it is also a lot easier than rearranging all the elements around. With HTML code, one simply has to type the command in, and it arranges itself. The bad thing about this is that you have to memorize the code if you are going to use it frequently. Also, the page may not load when you are finished.
While using the HTML code, I had to research the different codes used for different features of the website and type them in. Sometimes they did not work, and in the end, when I tried to view the web page, it did not work. However, it was much easier using Word. I simply placed everything in their place and published as a a web page. One bad thing though, was that while I had placed the things in columns in Word, those columns were not shown or used on the web page.
Both HTML and the Microsoft program were useful. However, as much trouble as HTML code is, it is also a lot easier than rearranging all the elements around. With HTML code, one simply has to type the command in, and it arranges itself. The bad thing about this is that you have to memorize the code if you are going to use it frequently. Also, the page may not load when you are finished.
Technology in Schools
Technology that schools have:
- The Activboard
- Textbooks on CD
- Personal student computers
- SmartBoards in every classroom
- Video announcement/PA systems
- personal iPods
Wishlist:
- classroom smartboards
- student laptops
Friday, October 2, 2009
Email Addresses and URLs
What do email addresses and URLs have in common?
A web URL is the address of the Web server that holds the page. Email addresses use the domain name system to find the Internet location of the host computer that has that user's email server.
A web URL is the address of the Web server that holds the page. Email addresses use the domain name system to find the Internet location of the host computer that has that user's email server.
Thursday, October 1, 2009
Review: Internet Connections
a) How does the type of Internet connection influence the things you can do on the Internet?
There are several types of Internet connections. There are direct connections, dial-up connections, and several types of broadband connections. Direct connections are used mostly by school's and businesses. They allow you to store files on the computer and not on a remote host. Response time is much faster which means it is easier to transfer large files quickly. A computer with a direct connection is always connected to the Internet and have static IP addresses. Computers with dial-up connections are temporarily connected to the Internet and are given a temporary IP addresses. Dial-up uses a modem and telephone wires. Service is much slower and less reliable than that of a computer with direct connection. Speed is limited by the modem. It is used mostly in small business and houses. Broadband connections have a higher bandwidth than standard modem connections. The speed is relatively fast, comparable to the speed of a direct connection. Also, the Internet is always on and available at any time. Both static and dynamic IP addresses are available.
b) Choose 2 areas of impact to discuss 1-2 (in total 3) social & ethical issues related to Internet connections.
AOI: Business & Employment
S/E Issue: Globalization and Cultural Diversity
Many businesses have websites about their companies. They conduct business all around the world. They use the Internet to communicate with employees and well as business counterparts. With Internet connection, a business in California can communicate with another company in Japan that they are doing business with. The Internet allows business to expand into other parts of the world and participate with businesses in many different countries.
AOI: Education
S/E Issue: Intellectual Property, Equality of Access
In most schools, students use the Internet for research for projects and other homework assignments. The Internet is used by students to email each other questions about homework as well as articles they may find necessary for their project. However, students who may be homeless or live in a low-income area may not have access to the Internet or even a computer. This affects their education as they are not able to complete their work or study, which makes their grades drop. Also of concern, is that students with Internet connections may plagiarize information from the Internet into their assignments. They may copy/paste directly into their assignment or even worse, may buy a paper off the Internet.
There are several types of Internet connections. There are direct connections, dial-up connections, and several types of broadband connections. Direct connections are used mostly by school's and businesses. They allow you to store files on the computer and not on a remote host. Response time is much faster which means it is easier to transfer large files quickly. A computer with a direct connection is always connected to the Internet and have static IP addresses. Computers with dial-up connections are temporarily connected to the Internet and are given a temporary IP addresses. Dial-up uses a modem and telephone wires. Service is much slower and less reliable than that of a computer with direct connection. Speed is limited by the modem. It is used mostly in small business and houses. Broadband connections have a higher bandwidth than standard modem connections. The speed is relatively fast, comparable to the speed of a direct connection. Also, the Internet is always on and available at any time. Both static and dynamic IP addresses are available.
b) Choose 2 areas of impact to discuss 1-2 (in total 3) social & ethical issues related to Internet connections.
AOI: Business & Employment
S/E Issue: Globalization and Cultural Diversity
Many businesses have websites about their companies. They conduct business all around the world. They use the Internet to communicate with employees and well as business counterparts. With Internet connection, a business in California can communicate with another company in Japan that they are doing business with. The Internet allows business to expand into other parts of the world and participate with businesses in many different countries.
AOI: Education
S/E Issue: Intellectual Property, Equality of Access
In most schools, students use the Internet for research for projects and other homework assignments. The Internet is used by students to email each other questions about homework as well as articles they may find necessary for their project. However, students who may be homeless or live in a low-income area may not have access to the Internet or even a computer. This affects their education as they are not able to complete their work or study, which makes their grades drop. Also of concern, is that students with Internet connections may plagiarize information from the Internet into their assignments. They may copy/paste directly into their assignment or even worse, may buy a paper off the Internet.
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