Assignment #2: Privacy Please.

Situation #2- The benefits of an election done 100% online would be efficiency. The majority of residents would have the means to participate, and voting counts would increase, which is a huge improvement for the government. As well, the challenge of tallying up the votes would disappear, it could be done quickly and easily with the support of technology.

Some points against the matter though, are also issues that involve the efficiency of online. It would be easier for these votes, done "anonymously" to then become public knowledge. Also, the internet is not 100% secure. For some, it is as easy as 1-2-3 to hack into a computers data base and interfere with voting counts. This could result in some form of terrorist effort, or even just an election done against the majority's favour.



Situation #3- Again, the benefits of such a situation involve efficiency, but also prior knowledge for students. It would be much more convenient for parents to have the ability to connect to a website, to view their child's grades, and improve as necessary. Also, it would be helpful for the students to be aware of their possible declining grade, so they are able to adjust their habits to fit more suited grades.

But, this situation may be an issue as well. Having digitally connected records of student's marks could be dangerous for those who know enough to be able to hack into the computers, and edit the information. This could lead to inaccurate results on the behalf of a few, and leave the more achievable students without recognition. Although this could be an issue, it could also effect the aspect of the school's security. More people could find ways to access the network, and get out personal information of some, that should not be shared.



Situation #4- Many benefits could come from using computers as a new form of education systems in 2020. It would be better for students especially, to be able to do your work from the comfort of your home, without the distractions of other students. You will be able to work at your own pace, and avoid being held back by others in a classroom. As well, there would not be the worry of losing class time during storms, and becoming behind in your lessons.

Even though there could be major benefits of this situation, there are also many downfalls. There would be a loss of jobs for teachers, and administrators, grades could decline, and the worry of those who do not have the means to use a computer for such. Without the aid of staff, student's grades could fall due to the lack of understanding some may have, when not taught the lessons physically.  These could be issues far too great to take the risk.