Computers in the Workforce (OCR A-Level Computer Science): Flashcards
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What are moral issues in computer use?
What are moral issues in computer use?
Concerns about what is right or wrong in use of computers
Example of privacy rights as moral issue
Example of privacy rights as moral issue
Monitoring employee activity (emails, internet use)
What are social issues in computer use?
What are social issues in computer use?
Impact of computers on society and social structures
What is job displacement (social issue)?
What is job displacement (social issue)?
Automation and AI replace jobs, leading to unemployment
What is the digital divide (social issue)?
What is the digital divide (social issue)?
Unequal access to technology creates disparities
What are ethical issues?
What are ethical issues?
Principles governing conduct, focusing on fairness & integrity
What is data security (ethical issue)?
What is data security (ethical issue)?
Organisations must protect sensitive data from breaches
What are cultural issues?
What are cultural issues?
How technology affects & is affected by cultural norms
Globalisation impact (cultural issue)
Globalisation impact (cultural issue)
Enables global collaboration but can erode local cultures
Productivity opportunity of digital tech
Productivity opportunity of digital tech
Automates repetitive tasks, allows focus on strategic work
Communication opportunity of digital tech
Communication opportunity of digital tech
Video conferencing & email improve global collaboration
Job loss risk of automation
Job loss risk of automation
Repetitive jobs (data entry, manufacturing) replaced by machines
Privacy invasion risk in workforce
Privacy invasion risk in workforce
Employers monitor online activity, raising privacy concerns
Common mistake: ignoring privacy laws
Common mistake: ignoring privacy laws
Violating regulations like GDPR when monitoring employees