IC3 - Digital Literacy Digital Communication Methods 2

Question 1

What is the difference between synchronous and asynchronous digital communication?

Accepted Answer

Synchronous happens in real time while asynchronous allows delayed responses

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Synchronous is faster than asynchronous

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Asynchronous requires an internet connection while synchronous does not

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There is no practical difference

Question 2

What is the primary advantage of using BCC (Blind Carbon Copy) in email?

Accepted Answer

It hides recipient addresses from other recipients for privacy

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It makes the email arrive faster

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It encrypts the email content

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It adds a read receipt to the email

Question 3

Which protocol is commonly used for secure email transmission?

Accepted Answer

TLS/SSL

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HTTP

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FTP

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DNS

Question 4

What is a digital signature in the context of electronic communication?

Accepted Answer

A cryptographic technique that verifies the sender's identity and message integrity

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A scanned image of a handwritten signature

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A signature line at the end of an email

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A username used to log into email

Question 5

What best describes a discussion forum as a communication tool?

Accepted Answer

An organized online space where users post and reply to topic-based threads asynchronously

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A live video conferencing platform

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A file-sharing service

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A real-time chat application

Question 6

Why is it important to use a professional email format in workplace communication?

Accepted Answer

It conveys professionalism, ensures clarity, and reflects well on the sender and organization

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Professional formatting makes emails send faster

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It is required by internet standards

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Professional emails use less storage space