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The Impact of Computing on Society, Psychology and Security.

By Ozgur Mehmet

The purpose?
I wanted to investigate:
The uses of computers in the workplace. The advantages and disadvantages of computing. The psychological effects of computing. The security risks of computing.

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Background
I am a Web Developer and I cant get enough of Psychology. I am studying: ICT, Psychology, Computing and EPQ. I am applying for Computer Science at University. I plan to complete a MSc and PHD in the field of Cyberpsychology. I aspire to qualify as a Computer Forensic and a Security Architect.

In depth
My project was very detailed and consisted of 3 major topics made up of 13 sub topics. All relevant to Computing, but:
Investigate different areas:
Psychology Security Usage in Society

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Today
Ill be covering 4 sub-topics and showing you 2 videos. One video:
A short film on Cyberbullying demonstrating:
How computers can be used to produce content. The influence of music and imagery on Psychology. Produced in open format open to interpretation. Not conceptually-heavy. The second video is a short clip of my documentary.

Documentary?
The documentary was too long to present and had been delayed considerably due to legalities with relevance to Data Protection. Will be published this year.

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META-ANALYSIS?
Consider my research as a Meta-Analysis. Collects existing research, merges this into one piece of research. Thoughts, opinions and evaluations are given. Research is produced. Must contain PRIMARY and SECONDARY sources.

Advantages
Of Computing

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The WWW
Not to be confused with the Internet. Notable:
Access to Information Communication Medium Online Shopping (eCommerce)

Access To Information
Did you know?
There are over 910 trillion entries on the WWW. (statistic by Google Public Data, 2012) - Unlimited information. - Free / No Money. - Updated every second. What would we have done years ago when these resources were not available?

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Communication Medium
Did you know?
There are over 144 billion emails sent everyday. (statistic by Kelkoo, 2011) - Free / No Money. - Providing a channel for communication. - Connect with old friends and family, as well as work colleagues. - Share photos, videos and memories.

Online Shopping (eCommerce)

Did you know?
In 2011, online sales exceed 60 Billion with over 65% of sales from Clothing and Online Fashion. (statistic by Kelkoo, 2011). - - - - - - Accessibility Cheaper Competitiveness between companies Worldwide sales Ease of use / Convenience Out-of-stock goods?

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Disadvantages
Of Computing

Physical Health
Did you know?
RSI or Repetitive Strain Injury has increased 560% since 1996 (statistic by NHS Choices, 2012). Experts suggest this is linked to keyboard usage. - Eye strain. - Neck pains. - Obesity.

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Deteriorating Psychology
Did you know?
In 2011, over 3,450 patients in the United Kingdom were diagnosed with Dissociative Identity Disorder which is linked with Cyberbullying. (statistics by NHS Choices, 2011). - Research and Content Analysis. - Encourages anti-social behavior? Dr Leticia Cestari - Prolonged psychological effects: Addiction Increase of loneliness and depression Chronic stress

Costs?
Did you know?
In 1977, computers were machines built for onepurpose (usually word processing) and cost around 5000. - - - - Initial costs? Maintenance. Accessibility. Globalization.

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Cyberbullying
Simplified.

Increase In Violent Suicides

In 2012, over 320 online sites encouraging young people to kill themselves were shut down; their operators were arrested, statistics by Kelkoo, 2012. Since 1999, there have been over 9000 known cases of violent suicide due to Cyberbullying: of them, approximately 80% were encouraged to kill themselves.

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Possible link to DID

DID or Dissociative Identity Disorder is where one cannot fully identify themselves. It is commonly linked with individuals who are Cyber bullied but interestingly, does not affect those who are bullied at home or school. Psychologists have noted that the individual develops two identities; one true identity and one false. In some extreme cases, these identities have merged to program the individual. This is how individuals are encouraged to kill themselves.

Addictions to the Internet

Why and How?

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Addicted
Internet Addiction is now a recognized mental deficiency. Internet Addiction Disorder (or IAD): Online activities which, if done in person, would normally be considered troublesome, such as compulsive gambling, or shopping, are sometimes called net compulsions. It is suggested that between 5-10% of all web users are web dependent statistic by Harvard University, 2011.

Endless.
With addiction comes a long list of possibilities:
Cybersex addiction Cyber relationship addiction Net compulsions Information overload too much information leading to lower work productivity Online shopping addictions!

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Security Breeches: Case Studies

Simplified.

Gareth Crosskey
19 year-old McDonald's employee hacked into the Facebook account of Justin Bieber's girlfriend Selena Gomez by posing as the actress' step-father/ manager to persuade Facebook staff to change the password to the account. After accessing and copying her private emails he contacted celeb magazines offering to reveal information about her.

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Dale Trever
Primary Care Trust data manager accessed confidential female NHS patient medical records. Guilty plea. Sentenced to six months imprisonment, suspended for two years.

The Nigerian Scam 419

Perhaps the most notable: Check your documents.

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Summary & Evaluations

Skills, Evaluations and Summaries

Identified: Skills Acquired & Developed

Research Skills
Interviews Questionnaires Dictation and Summarizing

Creative Skills
Music Production Video Editing and Production Graphic Design for Informative Graphics (Infographics)

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Identified: Skills Acquired & Developed

Management Skills
Time Management Project Logging and Planning Use of Computers to manage content and events

Risk Assessment Skills

Analyzing, understanding and enforcing relevant laws. Contingency Planning Plan B

Identified: Skills Acquired & Developed

Web Development Skills

Presenting lengthily information on a website. Building a website for purpose from scratch. Merging data contents into one platform.

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SUMMARY
I have enjoyed conducting this research and have learnt so much about the uses of Computers, the benefits, the drawbacks as well as the predominately Negative Psychological Aspects of Computing. I have particularly enjoyed interviewing experts. Notable: Music & Video Production despite lack of concept.

EVALUATION
GOOD: Time management where theory was relevant. The skills acquired and developed. The insight into complex topics from experts. The time scaling based on management. Balance between examinations.

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SECOND CHANCE?
I would concentrate on ONE topic and research the topic in-depth. Why? The project was too detailed and took a long time to complete. I would plan the project from an alternative point of view As if I was someone reviewing the project.

GRILLING SESSION: QUESTIONS?

Feel free to ask me any questions about the project contents or planning and I will answer to the best of my ability.

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FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT:

http://www.ozgurmehmet.co.uk/epq

THANK YOU.
Wishing You The Best Of Luck For Your Future.

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