“You’re off to great to great places. Today is your first day! Your mountain is waiting, so get on your way!”

As I sat in the kiosk of the building waiting for the next upcoming subject, I wondered what kind of instructor we would have in that subject, are they kind, strict, or something else. But according to rumors, they are very, very, very strict regarding things.

As I looked around the kiosk, I noticed other students waiting for their classes. Some looked nervous, while others seemed nonchalant. I couldn't help but wonder if they had heard the same rumors about the instructor. I pushed the thought of a strict instructor out of my mind and focused on the upcoming subject. I flipped through the use app on my phone, checking about the subjects I was already enrolled in and skimming up the syllabus.

Suddenly, one of my classmates stands up, announcing the next subject and the corresponding classroom. I gathered my things and made my way to the designated room, my mind still preoccupied with the thoughts of the new instructor. I hoped the rumors were just exaggerations and the class would be manageable.

We went to the 2nd floor, waiting for our instructor to arrive. As we stood outside the classroom, the nervous energy in the air was palpable. I could feel my heart racing with anticipation, wondering what kind of instructor we were about to meet. Then here comes our instructor going from one office to our designated room, opening it with a key, then going inside. We then followed up then picked up any chairs available at the moment.

When the class began, we anticipated what would happen. Our instructor then said that he would only cater to students who were wearing complete uniform attires; those who did not comply were already asked to leave the classroom. At that moment, most wore civilian attires, meaning most of us were entitled to leave the classroom.

It was unexpected, the first day of class, the first kick out. But later on, our instructor said we could go to the class if we showcased our talent. After that, I immediately searched for whatever song I could sing and chose the Ewan Song by Apo Hiking Society. Then, after practicing for a bit, I immediately went into the classroom, facing all my classmates and our instructor. I was so nervous at that moment, but It is what it is. I got my phone out, readied the lyrics I had searched earlier, and sang. After that, our instructor approved then I went up to look for an available chair and sat and waited for my classmate to be finished showcasing their talents.

Later on, the instructor then discusses why we should wear our university uniforms as it represents that we are officially students of the university. He later discusses the policies of the new building and then discusses how he manages the class. He stated that when it comes to his teaching methods, he is very, very, very strict, so what comes to my mind is that the rumors are true as he confirms them.

But the lesson I gained that day is to follow the rules and policies given to us. I have also gained some insight into what our subjects will be like, and I want to learn more about this subject that I can use in my everyday life and future career.

I have also learned basic data privacy principles, including the importance of obtaining consent every time I use a picture or video that includes another person. It is crucial to ensure that the individuals depicted in any content have given their permission for it to be used, and to respect their right to privacy. This can include obtaining written consent forms, clearly explaining how the content will be used, and allowing individuals to revoke their consent at any time. Following these guidelines can help protect people's personal information and maintain trust in our relationships and professional activities.

That's all for the first entry, and thank you for reading :>.

“Digital freedom stops where that of users begins... Nowadays, digital evolution must no longer be offered to a customer in trade-off between privacy and security. Privacy is not for sale, it's a valuable asset to protect.”

When it comes to protecting our data security and privacy, we all have our own habits and practices that we rely on. For me, before I had the opportunity to learn more about this important subject which is Data Privacy and Security, I used to take shortcuts and easy way-out instances when filling out forms online. This often meant that I would quickly skim through the terms and conditions without actually reading them, just so I could get to the "I agree" button faster. Looking back now, I realize that this was not the smartest approach. As by not taking the time to carefully read through those agreements, I was potentially putting myself at risk. I could have been giving companies access to my personal information and credentials without even realizing it, or agreeing to terms that would allow them to share my data with third parties without my consent. This could have led to all kinds of problems, from spam emails to identity theft such as the issue of GCASH wherein a spammer knows our name because of some information leaks wherein they message us with some links and in that statement includes my name. So that’s why I now take my time reading any forms that will be given to me so that I can take note of the agreements and conditions that I will be involving with.

Because of the lessons that I gained in taking this subject, I'm much more careful when it comes to data security and privacy. I will make sure to take the time to read through any agreements or terms and conditions before agreeing to them. This helps me to understand exactly what I'm getting into and what my rights are when it comes to my personal information. And I also take other steps to protect myself, such as using strong passwords and not using it repetitively in my other accounts , being cautious about public Wi-Fi, and monitoring my online accounts for any signs of suspicious activity and recorded logs.

So the things that I have learned in this meeting is that our privacy, information, credentials and data security in todays era is more important and relevant compare as to before, as more people are using the internet in their daily life. With the increasing amount of personal information that we upload and share online, I realize that it is important to be more aware, to be vigilant to the things that we do and the information that we give and provide. And one step to protect these information’s is to take note and properly read and to understand thoroughly the agreements and conditions that website provide when we enter to it as these conditions might collect our personal information and data. And by abiding to these, we can ensure that we are aware of what information are being collected, how it will be used and who are the ones who can access it.

Safeguarding our privacy and data security in today's digital world is more crucial than ever before. With the rising quantity of personal information that we disclose online, it's vital to be cautious and mindful of the activities we do and the information we supply. One of the most critical steps in safeguarding our privacy is taking the time to read and understand the agreements that we join into with websites and applications that collect our personal data. By doing so, we may guarantee that we are informed of what information is being gathered, how it will be used, and who will have access to it.

In addition to reading agreements, there are additional things we may take to keep secure online. We may use strong and unique passwords for each of our online accounts, activate two-factor authentication when available, and avoid clicking on questionable links or downloading files from unfamiliar sources. We should also be cautious when disclosing personal information, such as our complete name, address, or date of birth, online or on social media.

Finally, by taking these actions and being alert, we can all enjoy the peace of mind that comes with knowing that our personal information is protected. Although we can never remove all the hazards connected with sharing personal data online, by taking proactive actions to safeguard our privacy, we can lessen the odds of falling victim to online fraud, identity theft, or other cybercrimes.

That's all for the second entry, and thank you for reading :>.

“Privacy is not something that I’m merely entitled to, it’s an absolute prerequisite.”

In the next meeting, we have tackled a lot of things now especially about using consent when posting something which involves other people, the use of data privacy laws and guidelines in our everyday life, and many more. Our professor asks us about what is the most expensive thing that a person can have. Then he gives examples of things such as the latest model of cellphones that are being produced, expensive cars, luxurious watches, diamonds, cash and etc. During that situation we are thinkin about what is the most valuable thing for us, might some of us think about money, health, personal things and others

But then our instructors says that all of those things are not that really valuable as to the data that we have. Then he gives an example of how our data is the most valuable thing that we have by saying that if someone will have or gets our personal data then they might get all of our unique things too such as money, identity, and more. Not like if someone gets our money or things then they only got that.

Then after that our professor presented a video presentation regarding an event that tackles accreditation and guidelines for something. He shares a story because he was invited to the accreditation webinar. In the video presentation, he shows a series of pictures and images regarding gforms, transactions of enrollments, and many more.

Some of the pictures being shown indicate data privacy violations. An example of those violations is a picture that prompts the collection of the emails of the recipients which is unnecessary things to collect. Another picture is about attendance form that requires so much unneeded information and many more. Those things are such examples of over asking of information that might be the cause of our data privacy leakage.

So, the lesson that I have gained in the lesson is that our data is the most valuable things that we should protect, as these data are the one the represents our identity, if ever someone gains access to it, then expect some or lots of damages that will come upon our reputation.

So that’s all for my entry no. 3 and thank you for reading :>