Data Security -

This is one of the most controversial aspects of computers today. The safety and integrity of data is key for any business. However, data stored in a computer can be lost or compromised in a number of ways. There are instances where the computer could crash wiping out all data that had been stored therein. Hackers could also gain access into your computer and compromise the integrity of your data. This is why you should always have a backup. Moreover, you should put measures in place to keep your data safe from hackers

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Cheating

Using computers to cheat is a widespread problem in universities and colleges, as reported in the article,"Cheating in College is Widespread -- But Why?," published on the National Public Radio's website in July 2010. Students might search online for answers to test questions or have answers sent to their computers by other students. Students are able to access huge amounts of information via computers and may present that information as their own. Plagiarizing may be difficult for universities to prove or identify because of the broad scope of the Internet and difficulty of finding all possible sources of information.Cheating Using computers to cheat is a widespread problem in universities and colleges, as reported in the article,"Cheating in College is Widespread -- But Why?," published on the National Public Radio's website in July 2010. Students might search online for answers to test questions or have answers sent to their computers by other students. Students are able to access huge amounts of information via computers and may present that information as their own. Plagiarizing may be difficult for universities to prove or identify because of the broad scope of the Internet and difficulty of finding all possible sources of information

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Advantages

Connection with Internet

The Internet is probably the most outstanding invention in history. Computers allow you to connect to the Internet and access this global repository of knowledge. With the Internet, you can communicate faster with people across the globe. You can send email, hold voice and video calls or use IM services. The Internet also allows for instant sharing of files. You can also connect with friends and family on social networks and even learn a new language online.

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 Data Storage: 

Many small businesses keep and store important business documents on their computers. Since these computers have big storage hard-drives, they can be in position to store millions of files and the discovery or retrieval of these files is very easy. Data can be stored in specific folders to make it easy to access, and some data can be made private by use of password protected folders. For medium size growing companies, they invest in a centralized powerful computers which store all business data, this data can be accessed via an internal or external network with in the company. This all process creates efficiency within a business and it also helps in the transfer of data and information from one department to another.

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