The Information Age

These flashcards cover key concepts related to the Information Age, including its eras, technologies, social issues, and regulatory frameworks.

Information Age

A period marked by the widespread use of digital technologies to process, store, and share information, transforming how people live and work.

ICT

Information and Communication Technology, encompassing the evolution of technology used to communicate and manage information.

Pre-mechanical Era

The first era of ICT (3000 BCE-1450) characterized by the use of spoken words, symbols, and early writing systems to store information.

Mechanical Era

Period (1450-1840) marked by the invention of devices like the printing press and mechanical calculators, paving the way for modern computing.

Electromechanical Era

Period (1840-1940) characterized by the transition to electromechanical devices like the telegraph and telephone, allowing for faster communication.

Electronic Era

Period (1940-1980) defined by the development of electronic computers using vacuum tubes, leading to the creation of the first high-speed digital computers.

Digital Revolution

Starting in 1980, this era includes significant developments like the internet and electronic mail, drastically changing how people communicate and share information.

Digital Divide

The gap between individuals with easy access to digital and internet technologies and those without, impacting opportunities and social inequality.

Cyberbullying

Repeated harmful behavior conducted through digital platforms, often resulting in emotional distress for the victims.

Data Privacy Act of 2012

A Philippine law aimed at protecting personal data and ensuring the safe use of personal information by organizations.