Assignment Questions

In Section 5, you learned about using the Internet. Now, you'll use what you learned to
answer the questions below.
1. Choose a real or made up company, and describe at least three ways in which the
company uses technology. (1-3 sentences. 3.0 points)
2. Give two examples of safe, professional usernames. (1-2 sentences. 1.0 points)
3. Re-read the information on the websites about technology careers that you bookmarked
earlier in this section. Describe at least four things you learned about the career. (1-5
sentences. 4.0 points)
4. Create citations for each of the three websites about technology careers that you
bookmarked (including the one you bookmarked in Assignment 5S). Include their citations
here. (5.0 points)
TIP: If you don't know how to use italics yet, you can leave the text un-italicized.
5. Describe two things you can do to make sure you are using another person's work fairly.
(1-2 sentences. 2.0 points)

1 answer

  1. Company Technology Usage: For my made-up company, "EcoWear," which specializes in sustainable clothing, I can identify three ways it uses technology: Firstly, EcoWear utilizes an e-commerce platform to reach customers globally and streamline online purchases. Secondly, the company employs social media marketing tools to engage with customers and promote its eco-friendly message. Lastly, EcoWear uses data analytics to analyze customer purchasing patterns, helping to inform inventory decisions and marketing strategies.

  2. Safe, Professional Usernames: Two examples of safe, professional usernames could be "JohnDoe_Designs" and "SarahSmithTechConsultant." These usernames remain clear and relevant to the professional identities of the users while ensuring they can be easily recognized.

  3. Technology Career Insights: From the information I reviewed about technology careers, I learned that careers in technology often require continuous learning due to the rapid pace of advancements in the field. Additionally, many technology jobs emphasize problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Networking is crucial as many job opportunities arise through personal connections. Lastly, roles in the tech industry may offer flexibility, including options for remote work.

  4. Citations:

    • TechCareers.org. (2023). Explore careers in technology. Retrieved from [insert URL]
    • FutureTechJobs.com. (2023). An overview of technology careers. Retrieved from [insert URL]
    • CareerPathTech.com. (2023). Your guide to tech job opportunities. Retrieved from [insert URL]
  5. Ensuring Fair Use of Others' Work: To ensure I'm using another person's work fairly, I can always provide proper citations when referencing their ideas or content. Additionally, I can seek permission from the original creator if I plan to use their work for purposes beyond what is considered fair use.