Living in the Information Technology Era - Gen Z and Tech Development

Vocabulary flashcards covering generational cohorts, tech dependency, positive and negative impacts of technology, categories of technological development, and digital signature mechanics.

Generation Z

The generation born after Millennials (1997-2010), also called iGen or Zoomers, who are digitally native, highly diverse, and known for their entrepreneurial spirit and preference for visual communication.

The Greatest Generation (1901-1927)

The generation shaped by the Great Depression and WWII, known for their resilience and strong work ethic.

The Silent Generation or Traditionalist (1928-1945)

The generation that grew up during the post-war economic boom, often characterized by conformity and respect for authority.

Baby Boom Generation (1946-1964)

The generation known for optimism, challenging the status quo, and a focus on personal and professional growth.

Generation X (1965-1980)

The generation that grew up during a time of technological advancements and economic uncertainty.

Generation Y or Millennial (1981-1996)

The generation described as tech-savvy and diverse, known for their focus on work-life balance and social consciousness.

Generation Alpha (2010-2024)

The first generation to be born in the 21st century, characterized by their early exposure to technology and a focus on global issues.

Generation Beta (2025-2039)

An emerging generation that is likely to be even more technologically integrated than Generation Alpha.

Tech Dependency

A phenomenon where social media, information saturation, and rapid advances in physical technology assimilate into the Gen Z psyche in a fundamentally unique way.

Communication

A category of technological development defined as the sending and receiving of messages.

Construction

A category of technological development defined as the design and development of new buildings and structures.

Energy

The power/fuel of technology, considered the 'food' of technology upon which all other areas depend.

Manufacturing

A category of technological development defined as the design and development of products.

Bio Related Technology

Technology related to Life, including all technologies in the medical field.

Transportation

The movement of people or goods using methods such as cars, trucks, airplanes, and trains.

Digital Signature

A mathematical technique used to validate the authenticity and integrity of a message, software, or digital document through two keys or sequences of separated characters.

Digital Signature Process

A cryptographic process in which a sender creates a digital signature using a private key, transmits it over the internet, and a recipient verifies it using the sender's public key.

Cryptographic Assurances of Digital Signatures

The three properties provided to a recipient when cryptographic measures are applied to a message or document: authentication, non-repudiation, and integrity.