Your University Collects and Maintains a Great Deal of Information

question 38

Essay

Your university collects and maintains a great deal of information about you (and potentially your parents). Using the four general categories presented in the book, what are the issues with all this information being stored on your university's information systems?

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Definitions:

Data Mining

The process of analyzing large datasets to discover patterns, trends, and relationships that can inform decision-making.

Social Commerce

The use of social media platforms to facilitate the buying and selling of products and services.

Collaborative Purchasing

The practice of joining with others to buy goods or services in bulk to benefit from reduced prices or better terms.

Social Shopping

Online shopping that incorporates social media and user contributions to facilitate buying decisions.