.iGCSE ICT

A program or piece of code that is loaded onto your computer without your knowledge and runs without your permission. They can install themselves and copy themselves repeatedly

Install anti-virus and anti-malware software, dont open email attachments unless you know they're safe.

Breaking in to another person’s computer

to access personal data, e.g. Credit card details or other financial information

Using strong passwords, put a firewall between you and any other network, encrypt any private and important information

Unemployment in manufacturing (Robots have taken over many tasks), Computer controlled warehouses (They are now automatic and require no staff to be present), Labour intensive work (e.g. the printing industry)

New jobs have been created e.g. maintenance of robots and jobs related to internet shopping

Need to employ less people which reduces labour costs, robots don’t get sick or take holidays which results in higher productivity.

Provides access to information, creates jobs, gives us more leisure time (no need to wash clothing or cutlery by hand, online shopping, online banking)

Not available for everyone, reliant on electricity, leaves older generations behind

Sending fraudulent e-mails that attempt to trick people into revealing details about their bank accounts, or other online accounts

When you type in a genuine URL the computer is tricked into displaying a fake website

unsolicited e-mails

Back problems, RSI, eye strain, headaches

Trailing cables, spilt drinks or food, over loaded power sockets, heavy objects falling