Digital Literacy and Computer Science (2018) Grade(s): 09-12

DLCS18.HS.30

Evaluate the tradeoffs involved in choosing methods for the organization of data elements and the location of data storage, including the advantages and disadvantages of networked computing.

COS Examples

Examples: Client server, peer-to-peer, cloud computing.

Unpacked Content

Knowledge

Students know:
  • that many options exist for the storage and organization of data.
  • that selecting one storage option over another will have both advantages and disadvantages.
  • that it is important to understand the tradeoffs involved with selecting one method over another.

Skills

Students are able to:
  • research methods of data organization and storage.
  • examine advantages and disadvantages of networked computing.
  • evaluate the tradeoffs involved in choosing methods for the organization of data elements and the location of data storage, including the advantages and disadvantages of networked computing.

Understanding

Students understand that:
  • how and where data is stored can affect how the data is accessed and/or processed.
  • how and where data is stored can affect the safety of that data.
  • it is important to carefully weigh how and where data is stored.

Vocabulary

  • client server
  • peer-to-peer
  • cloud computing
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