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  After watching Benson Hougland’s TEDx talk, “What is the Internet of Things? And why should you care?” , I realized how much the Internet of Things (IoT) already impacts my life—without me even thinking about it. Hougland explains that IoT connects everyday objects—like thermostats, lights, and even coffee makers—to the internet, so they can collect and exchange data. It’s wild to think about, but this connectivity allows these devices to predict what we need and help us automate tasks. It’s made my life a lot more convenient, even in ways I hadn't fully appreciated before. For me, my main experience with IoT comes through my smartwatch. It connects to my phone and tracks all kinds of health data—like my steps, sleep, heart rate, blood pressure, and blood oxygen levels. It’s helped me stay on top of my health, and I can quickly check my stats right from my wrist. In a way, it’s like having a personal health assistant with me all the time, motivating me to stay active and mindfu...

  The Internet of Things (IoT) revolutionized the relationship we have with technology, getting normal objects hooked up to the internet and simplifying and streamlining life in many ways. From smart houses to networked health devices, IoT pervades our lives everywhere. Yet as the technology increases, it brings a number of issues that one cannot afford to ignore. In this report, I shall speak about the key issues of IoT based on the article "Internet of Things (IoT): Opportunities, issues, and challenges towards a smart and sustainable future" by Nižetić et al. (2020). Security is one of the key issues that IoT is facing. Because IoT devices are continuously connected and usually are not built keeping security in mind, they become an easy target for cyber attackers. Most devices forgo such elementary protections as adequate encryption or updates, exposing users to threats. The more personal data flows through the devices, the more crucial it is to ensure they are secure a...

  E-commerce carries some risks, but these can be eliminated or minimized by paying attention to certain key factors. Customer satisfaction and reviews are one of the most crucial ones. Reading product reviews and ratings serves to authenticate the quality of both the product and the seller. Positive customer feedback as a result of satisfaction usually points towards good product quality and service, while repeated negative reviews can be red flags. Another key consideration is the supply chain. Having a sound and efficient supply chain of the seller lowers the risk of delays, errors in orders, or damaged products. A clear and well-controlled supply chain makes it more likely that deliveries are made on time and accurately, which has a direct impact on customer trust and satisfaction. Security is a top priority in e-commerce as well. Safety of personal and financial data is paramount. To avoid this risk, it is wise to do business on websites with secure sites (displayed with ...

       I used the SHEIN platform, a trending global online store specializing in fashionable affordable clothing. I opted to buy some tops, such as shirts and blouses, because they were trendy, affordable, and matched my fashion sense. The platform has multiple payment options including Cash on Delivery (COD), credit/debit card, and GCash. I chose Cash on Delivery since I do not presently have access to GCash. COD also gave me the assurance of being able to inspect the items before making payment.      My buying choice was guided by a number of major factors. To begin with, the cost of the items was highly attractive, particularly when discounts were included. Secondly, the product design and range were to my taste in terms of fashion. Third, customer reviews and ratings assisted me in evaluating the quality of products. Fourth, the convenience of using the SHEIN app simplified browsing and picking products. Last but not least, the provision of a re...

       For my multimedia project, I employed CapCut as the main video editing app. I utilized video clips which I recorded personally using my smartphone camera, together with images I took myself or downloaded from free stock image sites such as Unsplash and Pexels. As for audio, I used background music and sound effects from the in-app library of CapCut, as well as royalty-free music from websites such as Free Music Archive. To add to the visuals, I utilized CapCut's native text overlays and graphic animations.      I obtained the video clips by filming them straight on my smartphone, while the photos were downloaded from sites that offer free-to-use material. The audio...