Study Notes on Digital Technology Module

Data Definitions

• Data is:

  • Raw facts, such as text or numbers

Computer Generations

• Second generation of computers:

  • Replaced vacuum tubes with Transistors

Internet of Things (IoT)

• The premise that objects can be tagged, tracked and monitored through a local network or across the internet refers to:

  • The Internet of Things

Digital Divide

• The gap between those who have access to technology and its resources and information, especially on the Internet, and those who do not is known as:

  • Digital Divide

Alternative Text

• Descriptive text added to an object is called:

  • Alternative text

Green Computing

• True or False statement: Green computing involves reducing the electricity consumed and environmental waste generated when using computers, mobile devices, and related technologies.

  • CORRECT: True

Information Technology Departments

• A company's _ department oversees the centralized computer equipment and administers the network:

  • Operations

Enterprise Computing

• The use of technology by a company's employees to meet the needs of a large business is called:

  • Enterprise computing

BYOD Policy

• A company's BYOD policy refers to allowing employees to bring their own:

  • Devices

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

• Colleges set up web-based training sites where students can check their progress in a course, take practice tests, and exchange messages with the instructor or other students using a:

  • Learning management system (LMS)

M2M Communications

• A company's computers monitor assembly lines and equipment using:

  • M2M communications

Job Application Profiles

• True or False statement: When looking for a job, you should use humorous or informal names for your account profiles, blog or domain name to make yourself stand out.

  • CORRECT: False