Eight Values of Free Expression (KEY POST)

EIGHT VALUES OF FREE EXPRESSION - MY THOUGHTS

                                     

When looking at the Eight Values of Free Expression, I found that I agree with each one a little bit. In my life, I have the opportunity to understand what the eight values are and find which feels most important to me. While reading each one, I found that I gravitate towards numbers 4, 7 and 8 - Individual Self-Fulfillment, Promote Innovation and Protect Dissent. I agree with each value for a different reason, but I definitely don't agree with one value wholeheartedly, but more of a mixture between the values I listed. I think having a mixture between each value is important because it allows for varied opinions and a broad scope and understanding of each value. 

                                        

Number 4 - Individual Self-Fulfillment resonates with me because everyone should have the right to become expressive and be able to do and say what they want. Freedom of Speech is a large part of living in America, something American's are grateful for. Many Americans with a traditional system of beliefs are very grateful for their freedom of expression, and so are little kids. As an individual living here in the United States I'm extremely grateful I've been able to express myself in aspects of my life I wouldn't be able to if I lived somewhere else. 

Number 7 - Promote Innovation resonates with me because I value creativity, how it allows others to express themselves, and what it brings to society. I think being creative with others and with yourself is important in self-growth and personal happiness in the long run. Having the freedom to be creative in modern day America is a great thing, something I think people shouldn't take for granted. Having a creative mind and a creative outlet is super important. I think without creativity the world wouldn't be such an expressive and open place. It's important to keep creative minds in tact and personal beliefs strong.

Number 8 - Protect Dissent resonates with me because I feel like I've been doing it since I've been alive. The government's like a person - it takes stride in its accomplishments and cowers when it's in the wrong. I think the government could be better in how it addresses the citizens of America and prioritize the people of this country and their safety more than they do. I think they've been lacking in that recently, and they should be better in how they go about daily life.

                                                    

I definitely see all of the values I listed, especially Protect Dissent today. I see Individual Self-Fulfillment and Promote Innovation in parts of life not very publicized. I see them more on the outskirts than very upfront. They are important in everyday life, of course, but aren't as popularized as Protect Dissent is. Many people now love to criticize a person for the most minuscule thing, and they often criticize over dumb scenarios and situations. "Cancel Culture", and social media allow for this to become even more prominent. Even though others values are different we all share the same thing - the world.

USB Flash Drives - Marissa Cohen (KEY POST)

USB FLASH DRIVES

The USB Flash Drive, invented in the late 1990's by Dov Moran, who specifically invented the USB Memory Stick, has been in use for more than two decades. Moran invented the drive when he was with his company, M-Systems, which he sold to SanDisk in 2006 for 1.6 billion.

The USB flash drive is defined as "A data storage device that includes flash memory with an integrated USB interface. It is typically removable, rewritable, and much smaller than an optical disc. Most weigh less than 30 g."

The storage limit of a USB is between 10,000 to 100,000.

Dov Moran has many years of experience, obtaining his education from The Israel Institute of Technology.

Moran invented the USB because he wanted to be able to transfer data from his computer to another device.

He invented the USB after losing computer files.

The turning point of Moran inventing the USB was when he was at a conference and he needed to present material. An audience member offered up their computer, but there was no technology that made the maneuver possible.

USB Flash Drive is used to store information on a computer or other device for easy access and transportation.

USB Flash Drives and USB Memory Sticks are little in size and big in memory - something Moran aimed for when thinking about his invention.

The USB's design allows it to be easily breakable, but the device is designed with good quality and lasts long.

There has been an increase in the differences in shapes, sizes, and designs of the USB in recent years.

Some disadvantages of the USB is the amount of data able to be stored, it's easily breakable, people can misplace it, the quality might not be the best, it's stagnant on its own, and it can damage the device it's being used for or it can damage itself.

Some advantages to this device is that it's easy to run on its own, and chargers aren't needed for using them. They are easy to transport and all it needs is a suitable outlet to be plugged into. By using the USB, data is easy transferable and the device is easy to carry around. It can be used for things like business conferences, computers, jobs, and all around daily life.

The impact of the USB in today's world is paramount. It has become essential in the business world and has even been helping people in various fields. In corporate America, USB's are most likely to be found. The devices strong advantages allow for it to be easily used and be useful just the same.

USB's can also be purchased when someone needs it and it's easily forgotten. It is a great device to carry around and having one means an individual is prepared for anything - whether in be in corporate America or in daily life.

The USB can hold a mass amount of data, and with that my files can be stored to one device.

The USB’s design has greatly improved since its invention and will continue to do so as technology advances.  

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dovmoran/?originalSubdomain=il

https://www.usbmakers.com/how-the-simple-usb-has-changed-computing/#:~:text=The%20USB%20has%20increased%20businesses,stick%20than%20simply%20storing%20files.

https://www.bbc.com/news/technology-52810220 

Marissa Cohen Blog Post Two - Supreme Court

The History & Workings of the United States Supreme Court

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The Supreme Court and its inner workings date back to 1789 when it was first created. It is an integral part of the United States, the country's history, and today's modernized society. The Supreme Court is described as being "the highest federal court in the country and the head of the judicial branch of government," according to (history.com). Now, the Supreme Court is prevalent in its use of analyzation of documents and the time frame it takes for its 9 justices to sort through varies cases.

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When learning more about the Supreme Court through the use of the three resources provided by Professor Smith, I didn't realize the specific amount of people that were present as justices in the Supreme Court. 9 justices don't seem like much, and therefore I assumed the Supreme Court was made up of more than that number. I also was never aware that the Supreme Court justices posed for a photo every time a new justice joined the Court. Something that was interesting to me was how little Supreme Court justices there have been in the entirety of the Supreme Courts existence. The numbers add up to the current total of 115 justices, which makes sense when really thinking about the 9 justices that always have to be in office. Something that caught my eye was how long a Supreme Court member served - which was 16 years, or sometimes more. I find all of these Supreme Court facts interesting because I was never taught the specifics of the court or its inner workings.

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The most important take away about the Supreme Court is how important it really is and why it still exists in today's hectic world. The fact that the Supreme Court and its justices still use the Constitution from when it first was finalized is something to be conscious of. I think it's important to note how many justices there have been and how they have impacted human history in the United States of America. I also think the responsibilities of the Supreme Court and how it runs shapes its intents and the future of the court in America.

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The most surprising thing I learned was why there are 9 Supreme Court justices, as well as the cases the Supreme Court addressed. The latter surprised me because from the establishment of the Supreme Court until now I thought there would have been more cases addressed than there have been. 

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The video changed the way I thought about the Supreme Court because I never realized how many parts made up the Supreme Court and the judicial system as a whole. I never thought about the inner workings of the Supreme Court or cases that have been addressed to them. I think the Supreme Court is still important today and its use will be beneficial now and in the future.