Impacts of digital Technology

• Ethical hacking

  Identification of vulnerabilities to help organisations strengthen their security and protect against malicious attacks
• Ethical hacking


  • Helps advance the field of cybersecurity by testing systems and finding vulnerabilities
  • Contributes to the development of more secure technologies and practices
• Ethical hacking

  Potential for misuse or unauthorised access, even with good intentions
• Hacking

  Negative connotations and association with illegal activities, despite intentions of ethical hackers
• Legal hacking


  Helps organisations identify vulnerabilities in their systems and networks, allowing them to take proactive measures to strengthen their security and protect against malicious attacks
• Legal hacking


  • Contributes to the advancement of technology by testing systems and developing more secure practices
• Implementing strong passwords and two-factor authentication protects accounts from unauthorised access
• Regularly updating software and applications ensures they have the latest security patches and fixes
• Engaging in hacking or unauthorised access to systems is illegal and unethical
• Creating and distributing destructive software, like viruses or malware, can harm others' devices and ruin their security
• Companies and organisations implement data protection measures to comply with privacy laws, ensuring user information is safeguarded
• Law enforcement agencies work to investigate and prosecute cybercriminals, helping to maintain a safer digital environment
• Increasing use of mobile devices

  Concerns about privacy and security of personal information
• Use of mobile devices while driving

  Can lead to accidents and is often regulated by laws to ensure road safety
• Cyber security measures

  • Can help protect sensitive environmental data and prevent unauthorised access or interference
  • Ensure the integrity and reliability of environmental information, which is crucial for making informed decisions and taking appropriate actions
• Advancements in cyber security technologies

  Can contribute to the development of more secure and sustainable digital support
• Disposal of electronic devices can have negative environmental impacts if not handled properly
• Growing demand for data storage requires significant energy resources, which can have an environmental impact
• Mobile technologies

  • Provide increased connectivity and access to information
  • Enable us to stay connected with loved ones, access educational resources, and stay informed about important global issues
• Mobile technologies

  • Can help bridge gaps in access to services and provide opportunities for economic growth
• Mobile tracking and data collection

  Potential invasion of privacy
• Excessive use of mobile technologies

  Can lead to addictive behaviour, social isolation, and negative impacts on mental health
• Mobile technologies

  • Provide convenience and efficiency in various aspects of our lives, such as online shopping, banking, and communication
• Mobile technologies

  • Enable quick and easy access to emergency services through features like calling for help and location services
• Wireless networks promote inclusivity and equal opportunities by allowing people to connect to the internet from various locations
• Wireless networks


  • Offer convenience and flexibility, allowing people to stay connected on the go and enabling remote work and communication
• Wireless networks

  Potential for privacy and security risks if not properly secured
• Wireless networks


  Potential for digital divide, where certain communities or individuals may not have access to reliable wireless networks
• Wireless networks


  • Provide convenience and freedom by allowing people to connect to the internet without being tied down to physical cables
  • Enable faster sharing of files, documents, and resources among individuals and teams, promoting productivity and efficiency
• Wireless networks

  Potential for unauthorised access and data breaches if not properly secured
• Wireless networks

  Potential for copyright infringement through unauthorised sharing or downloading of copyrighted material
• Wireless networks

  • Reduce the use of physical cables and wires, minimising electronic waste and resource consumption
  • Allow for easier installation and upgrades, resulting in less disruption to the environment
• Wireless devices

  Contribute to increased energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions
• Obsolete wireless devices

  Can lead to more electronic waste if not properly recycled
• Cloud storage


  • Enables easy sharing and collaboration on files with others, promoting teamwork, efficiency, and productivity
• Cloud storage


  • Reduces paper waste by storing documents and files digitally
• Cloud storage


  Potential risk of data breaches and unauthorised access
• Cloud storage


  Concerns about jurisdiction and data sovereignty, depending on the location of the cloud storage provider
• Cloud storage

  • Helps organisations comply with data protection and privacy regulations through robust security measures
• Cloud storage


  • Provides convenience of accessing files from anywhere with an internet connection