During the next few classes, we will be discussing some general issues related to technology use and access, as well as their implications.
Ergonomics: is the application of scientific information concerning objects, systems and environment for human use (definition adopted by the International Ergonomics Association in 2007). However, the field of Ergonomics is mostly associated with the design of hardware in such a way that it prevents commonly known repetitive stress injuries RSI.
Ergonomics at work illustrates some of these concepts.
Teleworking: Globalization and recent changes and technological advances have made it possible for an increasing number of people to be able to work from home. Advantages and Disadvantages of Teleworking is an article that provides a good summary of the advantages and disadvantages of working from home.
In order to take full advantage of teleworking, users need a platform comprising different tools to share their work online. We will subsequently research the existing online options.
Password Protection – Biometrics: Any organization that possesses valuable information needs to put into effect some sort of validation process that ensures that only authorized users can gain access to relevant information.
Traditionally mostly accessed through fingerprints, now facial recognition is gaining ground. The following video extols the advantages of face recognition:
There are many different authentication methods, from the very simple and straightforward Passwords) to more complex ones based on biometrics. We will watch the following two videos to jumpstart our discussion:
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