Digital Communication and Collaboration Flashcards
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Which of the following best describes end-to-end encryption in messaging apps like Signal?
Answer: Messages are encrypted on the sender's device and can only be decrypted by the intended recipient's device
End-to-end encryption ensures that only the communicating users can read the messages — even the service provider cannot access plaintext content.
What is a 'virtual whiteboard' tool such as Miro or MURAL primarily used for in remote collaboration?
Answer: Brainstorming, diagramming, and visual collaboration in real time
Virtual whiteboard tools provide an infinite digital canvas for teams to brainstorm, map ideas, and collaborate visually during remote sessions.
In a video conferencing tool, what does 'breakout room' functionality allow participants to do?
Answer: Split into smaller sub-groups for focused discussion within the same meeting
Breakout rooms divide meeting participants into smaller groups that can collaborate independently before reconvening in the main session.
Which of the following is a best practice when using a shared team calendar?
Answer: Add detailed descriptions to events so colleagues understand context
Adding clear descriptions, agendas, and relevant details to calendar events helps all participants prepare and reduces confusion.
What is 'bandwidth' in the context of a video call, and how does it affect call quality?
Answer: The amount of data that can be transmitted per second; insufficient bandwidth causes lag or dropped quality
Bandwidth determines how much data can flow between devices; when it is too low for a video call's requirements, quality degrades (pixelation, freezing, audio drops).
A remote employee needs to access the company's internal file server securely from home. Which technology is most appropriate?
Answer: VPN (Virtual Private Network)
A VPN creates an encrypted tunnel between the employee's device and the company network, enabling secure access to internal resources remotely.
Which netiquette rule is most important to follow when participating in a professional online discussion forum?
Answer: Stay on topic and keep posts relevant to the discussion thread
Staying on topic ensures discussions remain useful and easy to follow; off-topic posts disrupt the thread and reduce the forum's value.