This week in class we learned about computer hardware (the system unit) and computer forensics. Aside from the obvious need to know and understand the hardware and workings of one's computer, there isn't much more about computer hardware that can be applied to my grocery app, but computer forensics and how to protect your personal information is very applicable to my idea.
In a world where the internet has become a necessity in one's everyday life, it is becoming increasingly more difficult to protect one's personal information. Most websites/apps require some amount of your personal information such as a password, credit card number, birth date, etc. Some sites may even ask for your SSN. It's hard to determine whether a site really needs all of this personal info or if it just a scam. My website and app will require minimal personal information; protecting you from potential spyware or hackers. This app would only require a password and username, and possibly a credit card number if you aren't paying with cash. Debit card numbers will not be accepted due to the risk that comes with disclosing one's card number and/or pin number.
Computer hardware on the other hand won't have much impact on the use of this app and website. At least not on the customer's end. I, along with staff members, will obviously have to understand the workings of the system unit and know how to use and potentially improve components of the hardware. For example if I need more RAM or a new graphics card, I will need to know things like compatibility, price, brand quality etc.
That's all for this week!
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