Computer Systems and Telecommunications Fundamentals

This set covers hardware components, peripheral equipment, telecommunication concepts, digital footprints, and networking tools mentioned in the lecture.

Hard Drives (HDD/SSD)

Internal or external drives used to store data.

USB Flash Drives

Portable devices for data transfer.

Cloud Storage

Online data storage solutions like Google Drive, Dropbox, and OneDrive.

Peripheral Equipment

External hardware components that are not part of a computer's core architecture.

Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)

Ensures continuous power supply to computers and servers during outages.

External Hard Drives

For portable data storage and backups.

Multifunction Printers (MFPs)

Devices that combine printing, scanning, copying, and faxing functions.

Surge Protectors

Protect hardware from power surges.

Telecommunication

The transmission of information over significant distances through electronic means.

Wired Medium

Communication media including copper wires and fiber optic cables.

Wireless Medium

Communication media including radio waves, microwaves, and satellite.

Analog

A continuous signal that varies in amplitude or frequency to represent data.

Digital

A binary format that represents data as a series of $0s$ and $1s$, known for being faster and more reliable.

Digital Footprints

Contributions to our online persona that influence how others perceive us, particularly affecting personal branding, privacy, and security.

Data Privacy Act of 2012

A law in the Philippines that ensures the protection of personal data and imposes penalties for noncompliance.

Server

Hardware used for managing and storing data, providing centralized access for multiple users in a network.

Routers

Networking equipment for directing data traffic within a network.

Switches

Devices used to connect different devices within a network and manage data flow.

Modems

Devices that connect a local network to the internet.

Network Cables

Cables like Ethernet used to connect devices to each other and to the internet.

Input Devices

Hardware used for entering data or interaction, such as keyboards, mice, and scanners.

Output Devices

Hardware used for displaying or producing physical copies of information, such as printers, monitors, and projectors.