UNDERSTAND THE NATURE OF BUSINESS.UNDERSTAND APPLICATIONS AND ISSUES OF

TECHNOLOGY.

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Essential Standard 2.00Objective 2.04

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Businesses use of technologyConcerns of using technology

Parts of the Computer

Comparing Sizes of Computers

Alternative Input Devices

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Business Technology Applications

What are computer networks? Computer networks are computers linked

in a school or business so users can share hardware, software, and data.

Davie High is part of the DCS network. We have over 300 computers.

Networking allows students to access previously saved information anywhere in the building or at other schools in the system.

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Internet Public network used

most often for: Emailing Accessing the World

Wide Web (WWW)

Intranet Private network

primarily used to share:information WITHIN a business

Only members or employees can utilize

Effective tool for sharing information, saving time & money

Examples of Computer Networks

Applications of Technology by Businesses

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What is artificial intelligence (AI)?

software that enables computers to reason learn and make decisions.

Example: voice recognition software

Why is Computer-aided design (CAD) used?

used to create product styles and designs.

Examples: Design for a camera Drawings for homes,

buildings, equipment Electronic prototypes

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Computer Assisted Design Example

Business Technology Applications 10

Computer assisted Instruction Used in education Help people improve

skills at their own paceFinancial activities

Bill paying online, checking credit report, selling stocks

Telemedicine Video conferencing

from remote areas so patients have access to diagnosis by doctor in another location

Public records Military records Social security Medical information Police records

Technology Applications by Businesses

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What is E-commerce? E-commerce is conducting business

transactions using the Internet or other technology. *E=electronic

Common E-Commerce Activities12

Providing product informationPromoting/marketing a companySelling onlineConducting market researchCollecting/making payments on lineObtaining parts and suppliesTracking shipments

E-Commerce Examples13

Message on your cell phone screen from a business advertising their sale

Ebay- online auctionWebsite that asks market survey questions

and give prizes for participation

Four Basic E-commerce Models

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B2C: Business-to-Consumer Example: Lands’ End.com selling swimwear to

expecting mothers

B2B: Business-to-Business Example: Staples.com ships office supplies to local

hospitals

C2B: Consumer-to-Business Example: Customers completing on-line surveys in

order to provide feedback to Dunkin’ Donuts

C2C: Consumer-to-Consumer Example: Customer buying electronics from other

customers through eBay.com

Expert Systems15

How do expert systems help people?

Expert systems are computer programs that help people solve technical problems including medical services, financial planning, and legal matters.

Examples: -Automotive parts

electronic catalogues-Quicken books-Peachtree Accounting

Management Information Systems (MIS)

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An ordered system of processing and reporting information in an organization

Management uses information to make business decisions.

Four main components of a MIS: Gathering data Analyzing data Storing data Reporting results

MIS Categories of Information17

Financial Information for

budgets and financial reports and statements

Production and inventory Information for

production summaries and supplies

Marketing and sales Information to

determine customer needs, economic conditions, and competitors action

Human resources Information about

employees’ salaries, benefits and evaluations

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What is robotics ?mechanical devices

are programmed to do routine tasks, such as those seen on an assembly line in factories

Robots can: Work underground Work under water Work in outer space Work 24 hours/7days

a week Work in humanly

impossible situations

Vacuum Cleaner

Telecommuting

What happens during telecommuting activities?Workers use computers off-site (at home) to do a

job, saving travel time and costs.Works well for occupations:

Writers Editors Accountants Computer Programmers Web designers

Workers send reports, documents, & ideas to employers via email, fax, videoconferencing

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Business ApplicationsFinancial activities

Bill pay online Direct deposit Electronic Funds

Transfer Selling stocks Completing tax returns Checking credit

reports Public Records

Military records Social security Medical information Police records

Telemedicine Video conferencing

from remote locations so patients have access to diagnosis by doctor in another location

Using robotics for surgical procedures

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Computer Assisted Instruction

Advantages Learner proceeds at

own ability level and pace

Learner has necessary tools to learn material

Company/trainer can deliver same training to every user

Offers flexibility in timing and outcomes

Disadvantages Lack of personal

contact with a teacher may be detrimental to the student

Learner must be self motivated

Learner must be technology savvy

Learner must have access to computer

Limited professional training given

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Concerns of Using Technology

Ethicsmoral guidelines that govern the use of computers and information systems

Employment TrendsShift in duties and skills needed in the

workplace.Companies retrain displaced workers who are

unemployed because of changing job conditions.Computer literacy is vital.

Literacy the ability to enter, store, process, and retrieve information.

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Concerns-Computer Crimes

A computer virus is a hidden program code in a system that can do damage to software or stored data. How many people have encountered a computer

virus? Will someone tell how they removed the virus?

Viruses may be programmed to become active : At a specific date When certain keystrokes are made When certain data is accessed

Types of Viruses

Bomb - Destructive computer code or virus designed to activate at a specific time

Hoax - A program intended to scare users into thinking they have a virus

Phage - A program that modifies other programs, operating systems, and databases on a Personal Digital Assistant

Trojan Horse - A virus disguised as a useful piece of software

Virus - A computer program designed to cause damage to computer files

Worm Destructive computer program that bores its way through a computer network

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Copyright

Protection of intellectual propertyGives owner/creator exclusive rights to

reproduce or distribute copies of his/her own work

Examples: Poetry, novels, plays Computer software & video games Musical scores & lyrics

Copyrights last 70 years

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Theft ConcernsHow many people have access to software

that has been copied to a CD by a personal contact?

Did that person commit an act of piracy?

Piracy -stealing or illegally copying software packages or information

Copyright infringement - the illegal copying of proprietary (property of another) works

White Collar Crimes

An illegal act carried out by office or professional workers while at work including:

stealing money, information, or computer time through improper use of computer systems.

Would you be afraid of this person?

Check out this website and see what he did.

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http://www.businessinsider.com/americas-most-wanted-white-collar-criminals-2009-11#james-t-hammes-2

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Health Concerns of Using Technology

Eyestrain and vision problems

Muscle tension and nerve damage Ergonomically poor equipment

Carpal tunnel syndrome A repetitive stress syndrome

Lack of physical exercise & obesity

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Dishonest people have access to customer records.Companies have changed which employees as well

as other people that may have access to customer records.

To protect customers, some companies are: Increasing database security Changing access codes multiple times during day Becoming more strict about who has access Purchasing tighter security systems

Laws are changing but can’t keep up with technology.

Identity Theft

Thieves: Obtain information

online Apply for credit cards Access bank account

informationDo not give private

information out over the internet or phone unless you know the site is secure!

http://www.businessinsider.com/americas-most-wanted-white-collar-criminals-2009-11#leonard-weston-ramey-12

Check out the website and see how many identities this man has had.

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Frank William Abagnale, Jr.

Known as a cheque forger, skilled impostor, and escape artist.

Notorious in the 1960s for successfully passing US$2.5 million worth of meticulously forged checks across 26 countries over the course of five years, beginning when he was 16 years old.

Assumed no fewer than eight separate identities, successfully impersonating an airline pilot, a doctor, a Bureau of Prisons agent, and a lawyer all before he was 21 years old.

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Protecting Your Information

Antivirus program Detects viruses and

repairs filesEncryption

Converts readable data into unreadable characters to prevent unauthorized access

Hacker Person who secretly gains

access to computers and files without permission

Password (access code) Safeguard for access to a

computer program Should be unique Should be private Should be changed

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Utilize antivirus programs, encryption; select passwords carefully and change often to reduce the risk of hackers

accessing your personal information.