Computer Science & Society (Leaving Cert Computer Science): Flashcards
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How has social media impacted global communication?
How has social media impacted global communication?
Made it easier for people worldwide to stay connected
What tools have transformed remote work?
What tools have transformed remote work?
Video conferencing, shared workspaces, collaborative software
How has computing improved education access?
How has computing improved education access?
Online courses, e-books, platforms for remote/underserved areas
How many jobs has the tech industry created?
How many jobs has the tech industry created?
Millions of jobs in new sectors (software development, cybersecurity, e-commerce)
What new sectors has the tech industry spawned?
What new sectors has the tech industry spawned?
Software development, cybersecurity, e-commerce
How has automation affected productivity?
How has automation affected productivity?
Increased productivity and efficiency in various industries
How has computing impacted medical research?
How has computing impacted medical research?
Accelerated research, faster development of treatments/vaccines
What is a key benefit of telemedicine?
What is a key benefit of telemedicine?
Improved healthcare access for people in remote areas
What privacy concerns arise from data collection?
What privacy concerns arise from data collection?
Surveillance, potential power abuses, privacy violations
What are consequences of data breaches?
What are consequences of data breaches?
Identity theft, financial loss, emotional distress
What types of cyberattacks are common?
What types of cyberattacks are common?
Ransomware, phishing, denial-of-service attacks
Which industries are affected by automation job displacement?
Which industries are affected by automation job displacement?
Manufacturing, retail, service industries
What causes the e-waste problem?
What causes the e-waste problem?
Rapid tech innovation leads to frequent device obsolescence
What are risks of improper e-waste disposal?
What are risks of improper e-waste disposal?
Environmental contamination and health risks
How does misinformation spread online?
How does misinformation spread online?
Internet and social media spread fake news rapidly, causing confusion, mistrust, and polarisation