Digital Technology
What does STEM stand for?
Science, technology, engineering and maths
This transfers data wirelessly between devices. It was invented in 1999.
The Berners-Lee created this in 1989 that allowed information to be shared around the world.
World Wide Web
This person receives, labels and analyses samples in a laboratory.
Lab technician
This technology is usually installed in our homes. It can help us order things online, make lists or give us recipes.
Virtual assistant
This type of technology sends information using non-continuous electrical signals converted into a binary code.
Digital technology
In 2023, ChatGPT-4 was launched. It is an _________________ chatbot that answers questions and creates content.
artificial intelligence (AI)
In 1979, the first software application called ___________ was released. It meant businesses could store data on computers.
Visacalc (visible calculator)
This person is responsible for the design and construction of buildings, bridges, etc.
civil engineer
We can choose to watch what we want at any time with __________.
on-demand TV
This type of technology sends information using continuous electrical signals which are stored in its original form.
Analogue technology
It is a military computer network that was created in 1969. This led to the development of the internet.
Arpanet
In 1953, the first robot called ___________ was created. It could be programmed and was digitally operated.
This person designs different types of machines, from gas turbines to air-conditioning systems.
mechanical engineer
This technology can provide us with a more immersive experience in places, games, education, etc.
VR Technology
What do you call the study of communication in animals and machines?
Cybernetics
This was developed in 1968-1971. It had a central processing unit (CPU) that could do mathematical operations.
first microprocessor
Who sent the first email in 1971?
Ray Tomlinson
This person writes and tests scripts and codes and develops applications.
programmer or developer
What do you call the adaptation of digital technology in businesses?
Digital transformation
The technology we use today is because of advances in two main areas. What are they?
electronics and telecommunications
Who designed the first computer program for an early computer that was created by Charles Babbage?
Ada Lovelace
When was the first smartphone with a touchscreen created?
1992
This person is responsible for keeping IT systems safe.
security engineer
What do you call the change from analogue to digital technology?
Digital Revolution