Project 1a

Evaluation Section

Using ICT

Advantages and Disadvantages of using ICT

Advantages of using ICT• You can change the text, mistakes without having to start

from the very beginning again. • Work is easy to save and document, rather than someone

keeping them in folders were they can get misplaced. • You can make back up files quickly. • Can keep all files under one folder e.g. project1a • Crop pictures down accurately • Use scanners to scan in pictures form magazine and books. • Printers produce high quality work • Access to the internet • You can email letters and document to people all over the

world.

Disadvantages of using ICT• The internet server can go down randomly, so you cannot

connect to a webpage. • Networks can get hacked into. • Shopping online leaves shoppers prone to online credit card

theft. • Viruses can come through the internet damaging the files in

your computer • Some software can be difficult for some generations and

people to learn how to use • People start to rely on computers too much and use them to

do everything. • Repetitive strain injury, strain on tendon in the arms, back

problems and painful eyes are caused from prolonged use of computers.

• Work sometimes does not look exactly like what you want it to look like

Working Responsibly

Explain how you worked safely and took care of equipment.

This is why we need health and safety regulations.

How many things will have a bad effect on this man’s health?

Working Responsibly

Explain how you observed copyright and confidentiality

Bits and pieces

It is illegal to steal work by someone else by copying it.

It’s also illegal to steal part of someone else's in order to make a similar product, though in some cases this can be hard to prove.

True or false

Copying software – when is it allowed?

Working Responsibly

Viruses and Virus Checkers

Computer viruses

A virus is a piece of computer code which copies itself, usually without your permission.

Some viruses can damage data. All viruses use up system resources (memory, hard disk space, etc.).

Viruses are written by people, they don't just appear. On many occasions they are sent as attachments to e-mails.

Because viruses cause computer code to be modified (changed), they are illegal under the Computer Misuse Act.

The first British virus writer to be prosecuted, in 1995, was sentenced to 18 months in prison.

Keeping data safe

Firewalls

A firewall can stop others from hacking into your computer. This is a program which filters data coming in through the Internet to a computer or network.

It stops people hacking into your system, taking control of your computer and using your machine as a host to access or run programs.

Preventing infections

Install anti-virus software and ensure it is updated regularly.

Avoid downloading programs from unknown sources.

Never run macros in programs unless you know what they are.

Never open an e-mail attachment if it is not from someone you know.