naviGALEtion: Voyage to the Island of Thoughts on Information Technology

  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...

  Edited in Canva      I recognize the importance of being tech-savvy in academic and professional settings. However, I do not consider myself technologically competent because I lack skills in intensive photo or video editing, programming, and coding. I cannot do blind typing, so I get impressed whenever I see others so good at it. I do not see myself as tech-savvy since I only have basic computer skills.      Having proficiency in using a word processor to create digital documents is crucial in academic and professional environments. I became familiar with MS Word due to the frequent need to submit printed copies of schoolwork. Additionally, I learned to use spreadsheet applications like MS Excel when tasked with creating financial statements for a business plan. Although I can create digital presentations, my expertise in using transitions is limited.      Research is primarily done online, making it essential to know how to use a...

The emergence of information technology has significantly improved our daily activities and quality of life, despite posing potential threats to an individual's cybersecurity.  Communication In the past, we relied on mail, which took days or weeks to arrive. Nowadays, information technology has transformed how we communicate, allowing us to stay connected with loved ones through electronic mail and social media platforms. For those with family members working overseas, exchanging information is now easier, regardless of the distance, as long as there is good signal strength. Images from Canva Access to Information A vast amount of healthcare and educational information that used to be found in physical libraries is now easily accessible through search engines like Google, YouTube, and other educational platforms. However, it's important to verify the reliability of the sources.  Images from Canva Productivity and Entertainment During the COVID-19 pandemic, information technolo...