Ashford INF103 2018 August All Weeks Discussions Latest

INF103 Computer Literacy

Week 1 Discussion

Dq1

How Do You Currently Use Information Technology?

Information technology is the process of using computers or computing devices to obtain and handle information and data. Using this technology is something that is performed daily by people all over the world. What is the impact of information technology in your daily life? How do you use technology in your daily life?

 

Dq2

Innovations in Hardware and Software

 

Review Chapter 2 regarding the hardware revolution and Chapter 3 regarding the software revolution from your course text. What is hardware? What is software?  How is hardware different from software?

Using the Timeline - CHM revolution (Links to an external site.), identify and describe what you believe to be the two most important hardware innovations.  Why are the two hardware examples you selected important?

 

Using the Timeline - CHM revolution (Links to an external site.) website, identify and describe what you believe to be the two most important software innovations.  Why are the two software examples you selected important?

 

 

INF103 Computer Literacy

Week 2 Discussion

Dq1

Copyright and Fair Use

Take a few minutes to explore the Copyright Clearing Center’s Copyright Basics (Links to an external site.) tutorial.

Briefly describe copyright, public domain, and fair use. Provide a unique example of fair use. Provide an example of when copyright would be violated. Be sure not to duplicate an example that is already posted by one of your classmates.

 

Dq2

Searching for Information

What are the benefits of using search engines, such as Google, Yahoo!, or Bing? What are some of the limitations and dangers of using information that is widely available on the Web?

 

 

 

 

INF103 Computer Literacy

Week 3 Discussion

Dq1

Information Security and Privacy

Facebook, email, electronic commerce, and collaborative sites for both work and leisure are a normal part of our everyday computing activities. Personal information entered on these websites become partially owned by the sites themselves.  Deleting items never really gets rid of them.

 

After reading this week’s course materials, describe what Internet users should know about one of the following topics:

 

What should you know about website privacy?

How do you know when an online transaction is secure?

Why is Anti-spyware software important to my online security?

 

Dq2

Connecting Your Home Network to the Internet

The author of your text suggests that the ability to connect to the Internet via Wi-Fi is available everywhere Bowles, (2013). As such, there are risks to your data and personally identifiable information. These considerations are especially important when we consider connecting our home network to the Internet. We may take for granted such functionality as online banking, e-commerce, and other transactions where we share personally identifiable information. Refer to the Siles (Links to an external site.) (2012) article for more information on securing your home wireless network.

 

Based on this week’s readings, what are some of the important measures you can take to ensure that your home wireless network is safe and secure?

 

 

 

 

INF103 Computer Literacy

Week 4 Discussion

Dq1

Computer Ethics

As the use of computers and the internet becomes more prevalent, ethical issues related to computer usage will continue to make a larger impact on people’s lives and the way that society functions.  Computer ethics involves the moral principles and behavioral guidelines associated with the way in which individuals, organizations and society as a whole use computers and information technology.  Some examples of ethical issues related to computer use include personal information privacy, computer security, identity theft, intellectual property, equal access to information etc.

Find a current news article in the Ashford University Library’s ProQuest US Newsstream database about an ethical issue that involves computer technology, or involves a technology company. The Ashford University Library is accessible through the online classroom via the Library tab. For tips on how to use ProQuest US Newsstream, view this quick guide: ProQuest US Newsstream Research TipsPreview the document.

 

Summarize the facts and major points from the article and be sure to identify the ethical issue or issues presented in the article. 

Cite your source within the body of your initial post and provide a complete reference for the source, formatted according to APA style as outlines in the Ashford Writing Center, at the end of your post.

 

The topic selected for this discussion forum will also be used in accomplishing the Week-4 PowerPoint Assignment, so it is beneficial to review the Week 4 assignment criteria prior to posting a response.

 

Dq2

Web 2.0

Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and other Web 2.0 tools (file sharing, cloud-services, etc.) provide ways for us to connect with individuals and share information in almost real time. Describe how you use these tools in your life today. How do you think these tools will work in the future? How will they impact major societal concerns like education, jobs, or the economy?

 

 

 

INF103 Computer Literacy

Week 5 Discussion

Dq1

Emerging Information Technology

Discuss some of the emerging trends in information technology (e.g. computer hardware, software, data analysis). What impact may they have on your daily life (e.g., workplace, school, recreation)?

 

Dq2

Reflection Question – Computer Use in Career Fields

There are many careers that require computer literacy.  In fact, most jobs today require some knowledge of information technology. What computer skills should you develop to help advance your personal career goals?