basic questions Flashcards
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What is cyber safety?
Protecting yourself and your data when using the internet.
Give one way to stay cyber safe.
Use strong passwords.
What is phishing?
A scam where fake emails or messages try to steal your information.
Why is it important to protect personal data online?
To prevent identity theft or misuse.
What is big data?
Very large and complex sets of data.
Name two characteristics of big data.
Volume and Variety.
Give one use of big data in real life.
Tracking customer shopping habits.
What is the Internet of Things (IoT)?
Devices connected to the internet that share data.
Give one example of an IoT device.
Smart fridge.
Name one benefit and one risk of IoT.
Benefit: Convenience. Risk: Privacy issues.
What does BYOD mean?
Bring Your Own Device.
Give one advantage of BYOD.
Saves money on buying devices.
Give one disadvantage of BYOD.
Security risks.
What is cryptocurrency?
A digital currency that uses cryptography.
Give one disadvantage of BYOD.
Security risks.
Name one example of cryptocurrency.
Bitcoin.
What is blockchain?
A system that records cryptocurrency transactions.
What is 5G?
The fifth generation of wireless internet technology.
How is 5G better than 4G?
It is faster and has less delay.
Name one use of 5G.
Self-driving cars.
What is system software?
Software that runs the computer (e.g. Windows).
What is application software?
Software used to do tasks (e.g. Word, Excel).
Give one difference between system and application software.
System software controls the hardware; application software is used by users.
What is streaming?
Watching or listening to media without saving it.
