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Topic 3 - Wider Implications of Digital Systems - Coggle Diagram
Topic 3 - Wider Implications of Digital Systems
Responsible Use
Shared Data
data that is made accessible to multiple users' devices, which can be both transmitted and received
Benefits of shared data are:
Enables targeted advertising-users see relevant ads
Allows better personalization of services
Supports automation
can increase customer sales for an organization as advertising is specifically targeted at them, persuading them to buy from their firm
cookies are an example of sharing data
Transactional Data
Transactional data that is generated because of a transaction. Examples of this are purchases, subscriptions or invoices.
Drawbacks of shared data are:
1)Loss of control over where your data goes.
2)Risk of data breaches or misuse.
Environmental
The plastics used cause damage to the environment if they're not recycled or recycled properly, it is also very risky for people to work there, as e waste releases harmful toxic gas which could increase the risk of certain diseases such as lung disease.
Cooling systems use a lot of water to stop them overheating
Electronic equipment that is thrown away is called e-waste, and is very bad for the environment
There are ways to save energy on devices, such as: using power-saving mode, turning of WI-FI when you're not using it, stop using apps that use a lot of battery etc
Businesses can use different policies to save energy, such as: putting devices into standby if they haven't been used for a while or turning off devices at the end of the day.
Consumables
Legal & Ethical
Importance of Equal Access
Email
fast communication with customers and other stakeholders .
faster and cheaper than letters
easier to keep in touch with friends and family
a formal way to communicate with employees/customers
Online Info
competitors information is easily accessible it is easier to stay up to date with relevant regulations and laws
research is much easier with more information at your fingertips positive impact on education as well
access to a wide variety of information and online courses
Online Shopping
brings on organisations products and services to a wider market
An online business does not require the same
financial model as a high street business and can
Online Chat
many organizations approve of office based chat systems which staff can use to ask eachother
Media Access
Net Neutrality
Net neutrality is your ability to pick any available products or services that you choose without your choices being filtered or influenced by the organisation that provides your internet connection.
benefits are they are better and more reliable services may be possible
they block illegal use of peer to peer technologies
Acceptable Use Policies
Purpose - to prevent distractions such as from social media during work hours, or seeing/sharing upsetting info through the internet
Use - increases productivity as social media will be blocked from the administrator, promotes well being by restricting suspicious websites and things which could upset the employee/other members - allows useful sources to be open
benefits are users know what is expected of them
it holds users accountable for their actions
Social Media & Business
social media such as Youtube and websites such as amazon are usually restricted in a business to prevent common distractions and addiction when they're supposed to be working on a task, restricting social media can improve productivity and improve social interaction between employees which would promote positive well being.
Data Protection Principles
Data Protection Act
Under this act, you have the right to view any data stored about you by organisations. You also have the right to be forgotten, which means personal data can be deleted.
Capturing Data
Processing Data
Penalties
Warnings could be issued and you can order the organisation to comply. Or, if it's very serious, fines of £20 million could be issued.
Storing & Protecting Data - data has to be handled legally and ethically. This dictates how companies can use, store, collect and protect data whilst also allowing people the right to access and control their information.
Data & Use of IT
Cookies
cookies can be blocked or deleted to preserve a
user’s privacy,
Third party cookies are cookies that can be use by advertisers – these cookies track online activities and advertise according to browsing habits and core interests.
cookies can benefit the organization by providing targeted advertising at its customers, data is shared to the organization when an user enters a website or an interface - which could sometimes be misused without their permission - such as personal data being transferred to third parties causing a risk of data loss
Dealing with Intellectual Property
What is IP?
IP stands for Internet Protocol. It refers to the set of rules that govern how data is transmitted and addressed across the internet, allowing computers to find and communicate with each other.
Commonly Protected Property - this encompasses tangible and intangible items. This includes physical belongings, inventions, ideas, original works, property rights and much more.
Plagiarism - a form of intellectual theft, when a person acts as though someone else's ideas/work is their own which goes against copyright laws -- it is illegal
Criminal Use of Computer Systems - this includes the use of computers to release malware, partake in illegal activities, the misuse of data for financial gain or malicious activity.
Malware can be created. This will do harmful things such as slowing down the computer or deleting files. It is created by writing code that exploits weaknesses in a computer or software. Then, it can be spread through clicking on web links, email attachments or trojans.