Information Technology used to support data collection: Barcode Readers
They are used to scan barcodes - Barcodes can help retailers identify products and use the information for stock control
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Information Technology used to support data collection: QR Codes
They are called Quick Response (QR)codes are two-dimensional barcodes that store data - The codes can be read, or scanned by a smartphone
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Information Technology used to support data collection: Web-based Surveys
Survey that are located on the internet - When the surveys have been completed, the responses are submitted and are usually save in a spreadsheet or database. The company carrying out the survey can store and process the submitted data
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Information Technology used to support data collection: Wearable Technology
They refer to technology that can be worn e.g. FitBit - These can store fitness data in a file in the manufacturer’s website. This would allow progress to be tracked and even compared with friends
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Information Technology used to support data collection: Mobile Technology
Refers to any device that can be transported by the user - These devices provide the user with instant access to information via the internet
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What is the cloud?
The Cloud has a very large storage capacity and is made up of lots of severs that store and locate data and information.
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