ICT Creative Commons and Social Media

TEST 4

What is Creative Commons (CC) and what is its core purpose?

Creative Commons is a nonprofit organisation that provides free standardised licenses enabling creators to share their work publicly while retaining certain rights. It is more flexible than traditional copyright — allowing creators to specify exactly what permissions they grant regarding use

Why would a creator choose a Creative Commons license over traditional copyright?

Four reasons to choose a CC license: (1) Flexibility — offers a more flexible approach than the traditional "all rights reserved" model by letting creators define specific permissions (2) Sharing — encourages the open sharing of knowledge and creative works (3) Legal Protection — provides legal clarity for both creator and user by outlining the exact terms under which the work may be used (4) Ethical Considerations — makes work accessible to those who cannot afford traditional copyright fees promoting equity and open access

What are the six Creative Commons license types and what does each permit?

(1) CC BY — allows distribution, remixing, and adaptation commercially with credit. (2) CC BY-SA — allows similar use as CC BY, but derivative works must be licensed identically. (3) CC BY-ND — allows distribution unchanged as long as credit is given. (4) CC BY-NC — allows non-commercial remixing and adaptation with credit, no identical licensing required. (5) CC BY-NC-SA — non-commercial use allowed with credit and identical licensing for derived works. (6) CC BY-NC-ND — allows sharing and downloading with credit, no changes or commercial use.

What are the dangers and benefits of social media?

Dangers include: (1) social media addiction (2) enabling bullying and harassment (3) promoting social isolation (4) causing anxiety and depression. Benefits include: (1) Communication and Connection — enabling contact with people worldwide (2) Information and Knowledge Sharing — allowing users to learn

What is the rule for installing software on your computer and why?

You should never install a program — online or otherwise — unless you know exactly what it does. The four reasons for this caution are: (1) Security Risks — unknown software may contain malware or vulnerabilities (2) Performance Issues — unnecessary programs can slow down your system (3) Unwanted Software — installations often bundle additional programs without clear disclosure (4) Privacy Concerns — unknown applications may collect or misuse your personal dat