Unit 1/2 - IT Jobs/Devices
Name 2 IT jobs
Web designer, software developer, Java developer, programmer, IT manager, helpdesk technician, information security analyst, database administrator
Name 2 operating systems
Windows, macOS, Linux
What does DM stand for?
Direct message
Fill in the sentence and identify which conditional it is:
If you freeze water, it _____.
If you freeze water, it turns to ice.
Zero conditionals
This is an electro-mechanical data storage device that stores and retrieves digital data.
Hard-drive
Computer hacker
Usually, you will have 30 days to ____ an item that you purchased.
Return
Fill in the sentence and identify which conditional it is:
If it rains tomorrow, I ___ stay home.
If it rains tomorrow, I will stay home.
First conditional
These types of devices are pieces of equipment that you connect to a computer so that the computer can receive data from them.
Input devices
This is a software that allows you to covertly obtain information.
Spyware
This is a page on a social media app that shows updated content, like posts, articles, and news from people or pages that you follow.
Fill in the sentence and identify which conditional it is:
If I ____ you, I would study harder. (To be)
If I were you, I would study harder.
Second conditional
Name 4 things that would go into a CV.
Profile and contact details, educational background, work experience, languages, skills, references
Name an advantage and disadvantage of Microsoft Windows
Advantage: Pre-installed on many devices/compatible with many softwares and hardwares, beginner-friendly Disadvantages: Privacy concerns, cost
E-commerce is the entire process of buying, selling, and exchanging goods and services electronically. Online shopping is specifically the act of a consumer purchasing products or services directly from a seller's website or app over the internet.
Fix the mistake and identify the conditional
If I would have known, I would have come.
If I had known, I would have come
Third conditional
Name an onsite and offsite IT professional and describe their job.
Onsite: Technicians, desktop support specialist, network engineer, security specialist
Offsite: Software developer/engineer, helpdesk analyst, programmer
What are 2 ways you can protect against cyberattacks?
Strong passwords/updating passwords, updating software, limiting personal information you share online, using antivirus/anti-malware software
Is it better to use a debit or credit card when buying things online? Why?
Credit cards are generally better because of better fraud protection, the money is not directly linked to your bank, it is easier to dispute false charges.
Fill in the sentence and identify which conditional it is:
If she _______ (take) the job, she _______ (live) in Paris now.
If she had taken the job, she would be living in Paris now.
Mixed conditional -- third conditional ("if" clause -- past perfect ) with a second clause (present conditional)