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Chapter 5 Computers and Work - Coggle Diagram
Chapter 5 Computers and Work
The Changing Nature of Work
Demands skill sets that improve the adaptability of workers, allowing them to transfer easily from one job to another.
Technologies raised challenges to intellectual property protection
Storage of all sorts of information
High-volume, relatively inexpensive digital storage media
Search engines
Peer-to-peer technology
Broadband
Software tools
The Impact on Employment
Job Destruction and Creation
Changing Skills and Skill Levels
Telecommuting
Reduces overhead for employers
A Global Workforce
The Work Environment & Employee Monitoring
Learning About Job Applicants
Some employers prohibit
employees from using personal media and devices for work
Analytical Tools in Monitoring
Free Software
Means freedom, not necessarily lack of cost, though
often there is no charge.
More people
can use and benefit from a program.
Monitor the email or
voice mail
Purposes of monitoring employee communications
Protect security of proprietary information and data
Prevent or investigate possible criminal activities
Check for violations of company policy
Investigate complaints of harassment
Locate employees