Current Trends and Emerging Technologies

Flashcards about current trends and emerging technologies in IT.

What are some examples of cloud computing services?

Google Docs, Microsoft 365, Skype, WhatsApp, Zoom, Dropbox

What is mobile computing?

The use of mobile devices to perform computing tasks while on the go without a fixed physical link.

Give some examples of mobile computing applications.

Wireless Messaging (e.g., SMS), Mobile Ecommerce (m-commerce), Mobile Ebusiness Applications (MEBAs)

What is big data analytics?

A trend that allows businesses to analyze extensive sets of information to achieve variety in increasing volumes and growth of velocity.

What is data mining?

A way companies can predict growth opportunities and achieve future success.

In what areas can big data analytics be used?

Healthcare, Banking, Product Development

Give an example of automation.

Automated processes that check invoices

What is artificial intelligence (AI)?

The ability of a digital computer or computer-controlled robot to perform tasks commonly associated with intelligent beings.

Give an example of AI.

Medical AI and Home AI

What is virtual reality (VR)?

The use of computer modeling and simulation that enables a person to interact with an artificial three-dimensional (3-D) visual or another sensory environment.

Give an example of a VR system.

CAVE automatic virtual environments, HTC Vive Pro Eye, PlayStation VR

What is augmented reality (AR)?

A more versatile and practical version of virtual reality that does not fully immerse individuals in an experience.

Give examples of AR.

Pokemon Go and Google Lens

What is blockchain?

A system of recording information in a way that makes it difficult or impossible to change, hack, or cheat the system.

What is one use case of blockchain?

In healthcare, healthcare providers can leverage blockchain to store their patients’ medical records securely.

What is the Internet of Things (IoT)?

An emerging movement of products with integrated Wi-Fi and network connectivity abilities.

What is 5G?

The 5th generation mobile network and a new global wireless standard.