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Computer Chapter 6 : Topic 2.3
Computing Harms
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A teenager spends many hours every day using social media and online games, resulting in poor academic performance, lack of sleep, and reduced face-to-face interaction. Which harmful effect of computing innovation is best illustrated?
Reasoning: Excessive use of digital technologies can lead to addiction, affecting health, education, and social life.
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A company stores large amounts of customer information online without proper protection, allowing hackers to steal personal details. Which harmful effect of computing innovation does this situation demonstrate?
Reasoning: Weak security can expose personal information, leading to privacy violations and identity theft.
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A false news story spreads rapidly through social media, causing unnecessary panic and confusion among thousands of people. Which harmful effect of computing innovation is shown in this example?
Reasoning: Computing innovations can spread fake news quickly, influencing public opinion and creating confusion.
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A factory frequently replaces old computers and electronic devices, throwing the outdated equipment into landfills without recycling. Which environmental problem is most directly caused by this practice?
Reasoning: Discarded electronic devices produce e-waste, which can harm the environment if not managed properly.
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A cybercriminal installs ransomware on a school's computer system, making important files inaccessible until money is paid. Which harmful effect of computing innovation is demonstrated?
Reasoning: Computing innovations can be misused by criminals to carry out cyberattacks such as ransomware.
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Continuous production and operation of computers, servers, and data centers consume large amounts of electricity, increasing carbon emissions. Which harmful environmental effect is being described?
Reasoning: Computing technologies require significant energy, contributing to environmental pollution and climate change.
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An employee shares too much personal information on social media, making it easier for scammers to steal their identity and misuse their accounts. Which harmful effect is most likely to occur?
Reasoning: Oversharing personal information increases the risk of identity theft and online fraud.
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A business replaces many manual jobs with automated computer-controlled machines, causing several workers to lose employment. Which societal impact of computing innovation does this example represent?
Reasoning: Automation increases efficiency but may reduce the need for certain human jobs.
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An individual receives an email pretending to be from a trusted bank and unknowingly provides login credentials, resulting in financial loss. Which harmful effect of computing innovation is illustrated?
Reasoning: Phishing is a common cyber threat that tricks users into revealing sensitive information.
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A community becomes highly dependent on computers for communication, education, and banking, but a major network failure disrupts all these essential services. What harmful effect of computing innovation is best represented?
Reasoning: Heavy dependence on computing systems can create serious problems when technology becomes unavailable or fails.
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