Understanding the World Wide Web and ICT

World Wide Web

A digital space where you can find information, connect with others, or even buy products and services.

HTML

A markup language called Hypertext Markup Language used to format different websites.

Web 1.0

It has static pages, read-only content which causes limited user interaction and focuses on distributing information.

Web 2.0

This type of website allows users to create content which allows social networking to occur and utilizes web-based applications and collaborative tools.

Web 3.0

Also known as Semantic Web, where software can understand and interpret content, enabling more accurate search results and personalized experiences.

ICT

A broad term that encompasses technologies for information and communication.

Components of ICT

1. Hardware 2. Software 3. Telecommunications

Website

A collection of web pages that are accessible through the internet.

Pharming

A malicious website that resembles a legitimate website, used to gather usernames and passwords.

Social Media

Platforms where people interact, post content, etc.

Mobile Technology

Technologies such as mobile payments and learning.

Assistive Media

Technology designed to aid people with disabilities.

Internet Scams

A type of scam that misleads the user in many ways attempting to take lead of them.

Internet Bots

A network of zombie computers that have been taken over by a robot or bot that performs large-scale malicious acts.

Malware

A generic term for spyware and adware, malicious software disguised as real software often secretly installed.

Convergent Technologies

Technologies that take what is special from other devices and merge it into one device.

Example of Convergent Technologies

Smartphones, Smartwatches.

Online Safety Measures

Practices to ensure safety and security while using the internet.

ICT Market Value

There is an increase in the market value of the Philippines' ICT.

Internet Safety

Refers to the practices and precautions that should be observed when using the internet to ensure that the users as well as their computers and personal information are safe from crimes associated with using the internet.

Adware

(advertising supported software) automatically delivers advertisements; pop-up ads, banner ads.

Hacker

An act performed by a knowledgeable computer user sometimes referred to as hacker that illegally browses or steals someone's information.

Phishing

Lures users into unknowingly giving them access to their browsers, giving them access to their personal information.

Spyware

A type of malware that functions by spying on user activity; Keyloggers: can record keystrokes. It logs what you type in your keyboard.

Virus

Program designed to replicate by attaching itself into other computer programs.

Worm

(Worm) can be injected into a network by any types of means.

Computer Ethics

Concerns with how computing professionals should make decisions regarding professional and social conduct.

Trojan Horse

Type of malware that disguises itself as a normal file to trick users into downloading it.

Privacy

Refers to the right of individuals to deny or restrict the collection and use of information.

Computer Bug

A malfunction on a computer system through its runtime.

Authentication

Process where users verify their identity.

Bug

The term originated from the moth found on the Mark II by Grace Hopper that caused a system malfunction.

Cyber Stalking

The use of the internet or other electronic devices to harass or stalk an individual.

Cyber Bullying

Act of tormenting, threatening, harassing, or embarrassing another person using the internet.

Web Search Engines

A software system designed to search for information on the WWW.

Communication Services

Outsourced enterprise communications solutions that can be leased from a single vendor.

Social Media Platform

Web-based technology that allows the development, deployment, and management of social media solutions and services.

Advertising Platform

A digital service that allows users to create, manage, and optimize online advertising campaigns.

E-Commerce Platforms

A collection of software technologies that allows merchants to create a storefront on the internet.

Online Learning Platform

An incorporated set of interactive online services that provides tools and resources to support education through the use of the Internet.

Online Video Platforms

Service providing end-to-end tools used to create, customize, publish, and manage videos online.

Blogging Platforms

It focuses on content and design.

Productivity Tools

Software applications designed to help individuals and teams work more efficiently, streamline tasks, and collaborate effectively.

Hyperlink

A digital reference to data that a user can click on to navigate to another location.

Letter

A written message from one party to another containing information.

Envelope

A secure method for transmitting encrypted information.

Picture Files

The three commonly used types of picture files are J.PG/JPEG, GIF, and PNG.

Form Letter

Written from a template rather than specifically composed for a specific recipient.

E-Mail

Short for 'electronic mail', similar to a letter.

In Line with Text

Default setting for images that are inserted or integrated in your document.

Square

A powerful spreadsheet application software that integrates graphic and data management.

Spreadsheets

Software that quickly organizes numerical information and allows the creator to input formulas for easy calculation.

Spoofing

Describes a criminal who impersonates another individual or organization with the intent to gather personal information.

Square

Allows the image you inserted to be placed anywhere with the paragraph with the text going around the image in a square pattern like frame.

Tight

Almost the same as Square setting, but here the text 'hug' or conforms to the general shape of the image.

Through

Allows the text on your document to flow even tighter taking the contours and shapes of the image.

Top and Bottom

Pushes the text away vertically to the top and or to the bottom of the image.

Behind Text

Allows your image to be dragged and placed anywhere on your document but with all the texts floating in front of.

In Front of Text

Allows your image to be placed right on top of the text as if your image was dropped right on it.

Simple Formula

Has one mathematical operation (eg: =1+1).

Complex Formula

Involves more than one mathematical operation (eg: =3+4*6).

Elements of a Formula

=, Cell reference, Operators (^Caret, asterisk, etc.).

Parts of a Formula

References, Constants (numbers).

Embedded Files

Files that are directly within another file or application.

Basic Web Principles

General rules for the design of web-based media that include guidelines for the design and layouts and interaction design.

Visual Language

Principle #1 of Basic Web Principles.

Balance

Principle #2 of Basic Web Principles.

Paradox of Choice

Principle #3: the more choices you provide, the easier for others to choose nothing.

Focus on Content

Principle #4 of Basic Web Principles.

Simplify

Principle #5 of Basic Web Principles.

Grid-based layout

Principle #6 of Basic Web Principles.

Load Time

Principle #7 of Basic Web Principles.

Basic Web Elements

Web design is the process of creating websites. It encompasses several different aspects, including webpage layout, content production, and graphic design.

Navigation

Easily navigated aspect of Basic Web Elements.

Hashtag

Used to categorize posts in website.

Mail Merging

A process used to create personalized documents.