Digital communication Flashcards
(15 cards)
What does VoIP stand for?
Voice over Internet Protocol
What is VoIP?
VoIP is a technology that allows you to make calls over the internet instead of traditional phone lines or cellular connections. For examples of VoIP software are skype, Facetime, Google Hangouts, WhatsApp calls
What are the Advantages of VoIP?
-Cheaper than traditional phone calls.
-VoIP software is usually free to download/use free.
-One can transfer files by using VoIP.
-Allows one to make video conference calls.
What are the disadvantages of VoIP?
-if your internet connection is slow, the call quality may be poor.
-VoIP can use up a lot of your data cap. especially when using video.
What are the best practices for VoIP?
-Ensure your contact is available before calling.
-Only use video when it is required.
-Use good quality hardware devices (camera, headsets, and microphones) to ensure quality calls.
What is video conferencing?
Software that allows two or more people to hold online meetings at different places over a computer network to transmit audio and video as if the people were all in the same room.
What are the advantages of video conferencing?
-Ability to see the people you are communicating with
-Saves on travel costs and time
What are the disadvantages of video conferencing?
-Needs a fast, reliable internet connection
-Can use up a lot of your data cap, especially when using video
What are the best practices for video conferencing ?
-Conference in a well-lit venue
-Protect your privacy by ensuring that you know what your camera can “see”
-Test sound and video before making call
Which hardware is needed for Video conferencing?
-Webcam
-Microphone
-Monitor
-Speakers/Headsets
-Router/Modem
What is social Networking?
Social networking allows for users to create and share content, react to content, communicate with others, and join communities based on their interest.
Advantages of Social networking
-Allows for one to be kept up to date with the latest content and trends.
-Allows people to interact and form communities.
-users are not bound by geographical or cultural differences
-A good tool for advertising and marketing.
Disadvantages of Social networking
-Users at risk of identity theft, fraud, cyberstalking, cyberbullying etc.
-Users share false information on profiles to manipulate other users.
-People often create a fake(“perfect”) online life which makes other people feel like their lives are lacking.
-Promotes loss in productivity in the workplace- employees spend too much time online.
-Social media is also used as platform to scam or steal from people.
-Social networking sites analyse your posts for targeted advertising.
Best Practices of Social networking sites
-Protect your privacy by managing your privacy settings
-restrict access to information on your profile
-Think carefully before you befriend people.
-Do not post damaging, insulting, or provocative content.
-Limit the time spent on social networking sites.
Examples of Social Networking applications:
-Facebook
-X(twitter)
-Instagram
-Tiktok
-Twitch
-Reddit
-Pinterest
-LinkedIn
