Issues in Computing

Professional Issues in Computing



Professional Issues in Computing

Introduction

Computing can simply be defined as any goal-oriented activity that requires, or benefits from the computers. Therefore, it can be said that the computers are the central components in any of the computer related tasks. The basic reason behind implementing the use of computers in a wide range of applications is the various capabilities of the computer that eases and facilitates a number of functions. However, the important thing to note is that these features also result in certain issues and controversies. The aim of this paper is to discuss the capabilities of the computers, the professional issues they raise in computing and the affected areas of policy making because of the capabilities and the related issues.

Discussion

Computing technology is always changing, evolving, developing and consolidating the products and applications it offers. Hence, it is only logical that the computers will be stuffed with more and more features to enhance the machine's potentials.

Specific Capabilities of Computing

The five most commonly acknowledged and discussed computer capabilities include the following

Versatile

The most important reason that made possible the very frequent use of computers was its ability of doing various types of activities and tasks. In fact, the range of the task that computers can conduct has always increased (Tavani, 2004, pp.58). For instance, the computers have the ability to process data, prepare documents, edit videos, play audio files all at the same time.

Speed

Computing makes possible numerous tasks that were previously declared to be too time consuming. Hence, many activities and functions, performing which was considered a waste of time, are now conveniently performed with the help of the computers (Tavani, 2004, pp.58). Moreover, starting from performing the most complex calculations within minutes till the quick streaming, downloading and uploading of various files is the most pre-dominant capability of the computer devices.

Capture

There is no doubt in saying that Computing enables individuals to view and utilize data, which previously they would have failed to obtain. For instance, the billing systems and the computerized cash register make it possible for individuals to find and track what was sold, when, to whom, by whom, and in which quantities.

Access

Another important achievement of Computing is that it has made available and accessible all sorts of information and data to a very wide number of the potential users. Spacious and large databases allow many users to retrieve the data easily and quickly. In fact, this aim is often achieved without even performing any sort of screening or questioning by the user and their purposes (Tavani, 2004, pp.58). For instance, the credit agencies offer extensive, detailed information about the financial status and activities of thousands of individuals to a large number of the credit providers on regular basis.

Permanence/Storage

This is another very often considered, utilized and optimized computer capability. The Computing makes it convenient and possible to store and save a huge amount of data for unlimited durations.

Capability and Issues Raised by Technology Application

Computing capabilities offer various new options ...