naviGALEtion: Voyage to the Island of Thoughts on Information Technology

  Edited in Canva Understanding how to navigate, interact, and contribute responsibly and ethically has always been important online. Digital citizenship requires individuals to show appropriate behaviors toward the use of technology to engage in society, interact with others, and access information in a way that aligns with ethical standards and social norms. A digital citizen is someone who is well aware not only of his rights but also of his responsibilities online and maintains a positive online presence because he understands the complications of his actions. Thus, he actively and responsibly engaged in the online community, not just as a digital consumer but also as a producer of digital content. Below are the characteristics that define a responsible digital citizen. Digitally literate : Digital literacy is not just about knowing how to use digital technologies or navigate software applications but also knowing how to find, evaluate, and use information effectively and prote...

Edited in Canva      Our daily lives are made easier, and the efficiency of services and productions is improved as technology advances. The Internet of Things is essential to innovation and provides valuable benefits to people. They were designed to simplify processes, increase efficiency, and improve people’s life quality.     Energy digitalization is quickly advancing in the energy sector, where new IoT-related technologies are being adopted. One great example is smart homes, where systems automate energy use. To improve the way we manage energy demands, there are efforts to develop smart grids. Moreover, many explore the idea of a circular economy in the hopes of managing waste more effectively and addressing important social challenges.      Advanced monitoring systems may enhance service quality and patient safety. Healthcare systems are improved through an e-health approach using IoT devices. They lead to faster treatment decisions and...

  Edited in Canva           In his YouTube video "What is the Internet of Things? And why should you care?" Benson Hougland introduced an emerging concept of connecting devices to the Internet, the Internet of Things, and discussed its importance. He started by stating that the Internet is among the most transformative technologies ever invented, describing it as a digital fabric woven into our lives. He asserted that there is another internet emerging, not just to connect people across distances, but this time to connect several devices. This is the Internet of Things, enabling several devices to connect, communicate, and collaborate. IoT is a transformative technology, contributing to the advancements that enhance our quality of life.       Smartwatches are among the great examples of IoT devices, as they were designed to function similarly to smartphones. However, they are capable of collecting some data that smartphones cannot. ...

  Edited in Canva      I purchased a dark brown hoodie jacket from Shopee, an e-commerce platform, recently. I always carry an umbrella with me, but I tend to use it more frequently when it rains. Unfortunately, I tend to forget I have it with me, leaving it somewhere every time I use it. A jacket is essential in preventing unwanted arguments and protecting my skin from harmful sun exposure whenever on a motorcycle. It keeps away unwanted stains on my type-A uniform and reduces the risks of having to fill out an incident report form.    Shopee accommodates users’ diverse needs with a broad range of payment methods to choose from. It offers a variety of payment method options, ensuring a convenient and seamless shopping experience. ShopeePay, a mobile wallet, is among its features that allow for quick and easy payment for orders. Users may also pay using debit or credit cards, e-wallets such as GCash and Maya, online banking, or cash on delivery. Personally,...

    Edited in Canva      E-commerce has transformed the user’s shopping experience in the modern digital age. However, despite its benefits, there are potential risks to buyers. Fraud, identity theft, and poor product quality are among these risks. This essay will explore the considerations taken in minimizing these risks in e-commerce, including payment method security, privacy protection, and product quality assurance.      An important consideration when shopping online through an e-commerce platform is privacy as personal information, including names, email addresses, phone numbers, and payment details, is often collected. It is important to shop only on websites with clear privacy policies that explain how personal data is collected, stored, and used to minimize privacy risks. Payment fraud becomes a major risk in e-commerce because fraudsters tend to steal credit card details or initiate fraudulent transactions. Fraudulent websites are desig...

from https://www.facebook.com/HERSKINPH?mibextid=ZbWKwL I followed KathRyee on Facebook during the pandemic because of their cute, fun couple's content and genuineness. Kath Melendez and her partner Ryan Armenta started as medical technologists and content creators before becoming business leaders from humble beginnings. Their business is now celebrating its fourth anniversary. Kath shared insights about herself in one of her vlogs, mentioning her fondness for skincare products. She has also made beauty recommendations and product reviews on some of her previous vlogs on YouTube. Her Skin by Kath Melendez specializes in addressing beauty concerns among younger Filipinos by offering skin care and glutathione pills. The couple mainly used Facebook, among other examples of social media, to promote their products, share their inspiring business success stories, and provide updates on the business development. They shared how they started by selling t-shirts from a small apartment witho...

Edited from Canva I belong to a generation born and raised with the advancement of technology and the prevalence of social media platforms. However, I belong to those who are neither actively engaged nor fully immersed in this technology. Thus, my ability to navigate certain platforms is limited.  Facebook and Messenger are said to be the most used social media platforms. Just like everyone, I often check these for updates. I use these mainly to stay connected and updated with my family, friends, and even acquaintances virtually because they were designed to facilitate communication over long distances. For educational purposes, I visit YouTube and Google, a search engine. YouTube has become a popular website where users can watch online videos for free and even upload their own. YouTube is helpful for students struggling to understand their lessons and retain information. It also has lyric videos that I can listen to. Google, a search engine, displays numerous, relevant, and up-to...

  Edited in Canva      Web sources cover anything available online, containing high-quality information if we know how to search for it. These may include scholarly articles written by experts or researchers with advanced degrees or credentials. When evaluating the reliability of these sources to obtain unbiased information from professionals, we should consider the author, domain, purpose, citations, and currency.      First, I check the author. The author (an individual, organization, or institution) is responsible for the content. Only individuals with work-related experience, expertise, or an academic degree can provide reliable information. The author's credentials include their educational background, past writings, occupation, or titles, which tell whether or not the author is qualified to write on the subject or if the article falls within the author's areas of expertise.      The website's domain is also significant. I look fo...