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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 ofPsychology.

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 ofCyberpsychology.

I aspire to qualify as a Computer Forensic and aSecurity Architect.

In depth

My project was very detailed and consisted of 3major 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 2videos.

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 hadbeen 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.

AdvantagesOf 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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DisadvantagesOf 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 one-

purpose (usually word processing) and cost around

5000.

- Initial costs?- Maintenance.- Accessibility.- Globalization.


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CyberbullyingSimplified.

Increase In Violent Suicides

In 2012, over 320 online sites encouraging youngpeople to kill themselves were shut down; their

operators were arrested, statistics by Kelkoo, 2012.

Since 1999, there have been over 9000 knowncases 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 cannotfully identify themselves.

It is commonly linked with individuals who are Cyberbullied but interestingly, does not affect those who arebullied at home or school.

Psychologists have noted that the individual develops twoidentities; one true identity and one false. In some

extreme cases, these identities have merged to programthe 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 mentaldeficiency.

Internet Addiction Disorder (or IAD):Online activities which, if done in person, would

normally be considered troublesome, such ascompulsive gambling, or shopping, are sometimescalled net compulsions.

It is suggested that between 5-10% of all web usersare 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 StudiesSimplified.

Gareth Crosskey

19 year-old McDonald's employee hacked into theFacebook 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 celebmagazines offering to reveal information about her.


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Dale Trever

Primary Care Trust data manager accessedconfidential 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 & EvaluationsSkills, 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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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


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 havelearnt 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 thetopic in-depth.

Why? The project was too detailed and took a longtime to complete.

I would plan the project from an alternative point ofview 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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