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9. Digital Commerce

There are four main business models in the e-commerce perspective. These are business-to-business (B2B), business-to-consumer (B2C), consumer-to-business (C2B) and consumer-to-consumer (C2C). Business to Business: This model is where a company sells supplies to another business. Business to Consumer: This is the most common type that consumers are aware of; these are retail stores and outlets. Its a company that sells goods and services directly to the consumer. Consumer to Business: This is a recent modal and is where the consumer creates value in which a business consumes. Consumer to Consumer: This model became more and more popular. This is where consumers create value for other consumers to consume.

8. Digital Health and Well Being

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7. Digital Security

We are all aware that our computers, laptops, tablets and smart phones are at risk from malicious software, also known as malware. Malware it is software that is used to compromise computer functions, steal data, bypass controls or otherwise harm the computer that hosts it. We should be safe being online and take responsibility to our online information. When going online one can be in danger without being aware of many forms of hazards which includes, Scams, identity theft, stalking, harassment and cyber-bullying are just some of the security issues the general public is experiencing. To stay safe online we can follow the following procedures just as guidelines or tips to be used: Install a firewall.   A firewall is a great line of defense against cyber-attacks. Although most operating systems come with a firewall, you might want to consider installing   service which has a much better firewall than the one that comes built into your operating system Try not to...

6.2. what ethical issues could arise as a result digital socialisation ?

Ethical issues: Many ethical issues can rise as no place on the internet is a safe place. Privacy and Security  Pornography  Cross cultural communication Cultural perceptions and values  Copyright access and infringement  

6.1. What is digital socialization? how can social media change communities and there practices and traditions?

On the internet, socialisation  refers to the ways that people communicate and the methods they use to do so.  Socialisation  describes the customs, quirks and language unique to a particular culture. Social media tools can help create a more dynamic community of practice and provide a on going conversations to benefit others. Technology has evolved religious activity has to be done as it is a religions way in which social media has impacted religious activity.  Distance has not become issue - with apps  now available it allows different religions all over the world to come together without even having to leave their home such as support groups.     Reputations - now in worship services, phones are being pulled out which is shown as disrespect. 

5. Digital Bill Of Rights

http://keepthewebopen.com/digital-bill-of-rights Digital Bill of Rights 1. Freedom - digital citizens have a right to a free, uncensored internet 2. Openness - digital citizens have a right to an open, unobstructed internet 3. Equality - all digital citizens are created equal on the internet 4. Participation - digital citizens have a right to peaceably participate where and how they choose on the internet 5. Creativity - digital citizens have a right to create, grow and collaborate on the internet, and be held accountable for what they create 6. Sharing - digital citizens have a right to freely share their ideas, lawful discoveries and opinions on the internet 7. Accessibility - digital citizens have a right to access the internet equally, regardless of who they are or where they are. 8. Association - digital citizens have a right to freely associate on the internet 9. Privacy - digital citizens have a right to privacy on the internet 10. Property - digital citize...

4. Digital Etiquette

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Digital etiquette is defined as the standards of conduct expected by other digital technology users. In other words, Digital conduct refers to how people should behave when using the internet. It is expected that users behave in an appropriate and responsible way when using technology and it is important to teach those who do not have digital etiquette how to behave in an ethical manner. Inappropriate conduct includes; sexual harassment, cyber bullying, verbal abuse, fraud, child pornography, racism etc. Inappropriate conduct has an effect on society as it is easier for people to behave inappropriately over the internet where they can remain anonymous. Cyberbullying causes emotional and physical stress which has leads to many suicides which has impacted negatively on society. Families are torn apart, lives are lost and money is lost as a result of inappropriate digital conduct. Sexual harassment is also another issue that impacts on society as people are left traumatized and ...

3. Napaim-Girl

“Napalm-Girl” Inappropriate digital communication varies depending on the platform and the audience. It is imperative what thought is given to the audience and to the type of message being sent, the language that is used and the manner in which it is delivered. In my opinion according to the context, the Napalm- girl photograph, which was captured during the Vietnamese war was appropriate as the photographer captured a significant moment during the war. In relation to this statement Campbell, (2017: 1) says the Napalm girl “was naked and badly burned. The image has become a timeless statement about war and its horrors. The photograph shows the effects of a U.S. bombing mission, that it was so evocative it swung public opinion against the war, and that it had the extraordinary effect of hastening the conflict's end”. However, it can also be viewed as inappropriate as the child’s innocents was exposed to national media. In terms of stating the above, in the 20 th centur...

2. Digital Literacy and Information Fluency

Information fluency is the “ability to unconsciously and intuitively interpret information in all forms and formats in order to extract the essential knowledge, perceive its meaning and significance, and use it to complete real-world tasks” The i nformation fluency process may be used to analyze this groundbreaking archeological finding. Ask : Relevant questions must be asked in order to receive relevant information. One must ask what species the fossil belongs to, and how this new information could influence the knowledge already developed that relates to this species. Applicable questions need to be asked about the fossils: How old is the fossil? What species does it belong to? Is the fossil male or female? Can this fossil contribute more information to add to the theory of evolution? Acquire: Information is obtained by scientists leading the expedition. This is done by studying the fossil remains in a professional manner in order to acquire information such as how old t...

1. Digital Access

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survey link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdm3LvHEmGS8SOBG4fbh_iB-ghXEc2CQ04_OGNGLi2XJJgk9w/viewform?c=0&w=1 Excel data: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1liAof55_1D2B7C5-xRwUKP_WGCeZOW_GLrIYI3hM8Hs/edit#gid=1363698133 Questions  Yes  No Do you have internet access on campus ? 30 0 Do you have internet access at home? 27 3 Wifi (hotspot) Wifi at home mobile data  What do you mostly use to connect to the internet ? 6 12 12 Cellphone  Laptop  Computer  Which device do you mostly use to connect to the internet? 24 4 1 Yes No Maybe Do you think that people who have better access to the internet are more digital literate than those who does not have access to the internet? 17 4 7