1. Scientific proof is not attainable due to the unpredictable nature of the world we live in. To say that without a doubt something is scientifically proven is impossible. Essentially the closer you observe something the more you know about it. However, one can never know everything about something due to the observation effect. I think this is an excellent way to bring together religion and science, in hopes to fully understanding the world one day.
2. See Chris’s Blog
3. a. The impact of computing on an individual’s privacy is quite scary. Since nearly every person in today’s society is connected to the Internet his or her information is readily available. Especially considering most people are ill informed on how to protect them. Using facebook as an example a novice user might include their cell phone number or their street address in their profile information allowing one with mal-intent to steal the users credit card info or even their social security number.
b. The impact of computing on an individual’s security is definitely a good impact. With the right knowledge and know how any user can secure their network or computer fairly easily due to the increase of technology. Firewalls, IP blockers, and anti virus programs all work together to allow a user to securely surf the net.
c. The impact of computing on the quality of information is rather hard to determine. Seeing as how any Joe Schmoe can create a website and claim it to be credible. This is a double-edged sword. At one edge it allows for useful and relevant information to constantly be updated, on the other hand there is that information that is clearly incorrect and misleading.
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