Myths in the IT Industry

 Myths in the IT Industry

 Technology is used on a daily basis in our modern age. While we may take technology for granted, such as smartphones and WiFi, we may occasionally pause to consider how our devices function. Technology is becoming more dynamic and complex, making it difficult for the average person to fully comprehend how something works. This misunderstanding can then lead to myths and false information, both of which can cause more harm than good.

In fact, because these myths are so prevalent, you might believe that some of them are true. We've debunked seven common IT industry myths to help you better understand the technology you use every day.

1. Shutting down background apps saves battery life.

Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Pinterest, and any other app on your phone will continue to operate in the background as you switch between them throughout the day. Many smartphone users feel that leaving these apps open while you aren't using them decreases the battery life of your phone. Many users believe that closing these background apps can help them keep their batteries charged longer.

Thankfully, this isn't the case. Having apps running in the background has no influence on the battery life of your phone or tablet, so you don't have to worry about your phone dying if you have hundreds of them open.

2. When you use a private or incognito browser, you will remain anonymous.

Users have become increasingly suspicious of big tech and their personal histories in recent years. With it came additional web-surfing options, such as private or incognito browsing, to help protect some sensitive information. Only your search history will be tracked if you use a private tab on Safari or an incognito tab on Google, and you will not be automatically logged into your accounts. This stops websites from tracking your cookies and sending you tailored advertisements and other commercial stuff.

However, browsing incognito or in private mode does not completely hide your identity. The sites you visit and your internet service provider save your information when you use an incognito or private tab. This is crucial to remember as a regular internet user as well as a business owner. You don't want employees utilising corporate equipment recklessly or visiting sites they shouldn't be. A background check is a wonderful approach to guarantee new hires are responsible and trustworthy in order to keep them safe.

3. More bars imply improved service.

Have you ever been in a crowded area, such as a big metropolis or a major event, and discovered you couldn't send a Snapchat to a friend or a text to your parents despite having numerous bars? It's a frequent misconception that more bars equals more service. This isn't entirely accurate, though. The number of bars on your phone tells you how strong your signal is to the nearest cell phone tower when it comes to reception. However, if you're in a congested area with thousands of users trying to connect to the same tower, service may be poor.

4. Overnight charging depletes your phone's battery.

Many people assume that charging their phone overnight will damage the battery. Thankfully, this isn't entirely accurate. Leaving your phone attached to the charger while you sleep, even after it has reached 100 percent charge, will not damage the battery. However, some experts argue that charging your cellphone for an extended amount of time can age the battery, while others claim that it has no effect. In the end, leaving your phone plugged in overnight shouldn't have any negative consequences for the life of your battery.

6. Viruses cannot infect Mac computers.

Apple advertised in its early years that its operating system was far more secure than rival operating systems, making malware infection extremely difficult. In 2012, however, thousands of Macs were infected with a virus, proving that theory incorrect. While Macs are often more virus-resistant than PCs, they are still vulnerable, which is why antivirus software like Norton and other security measures should be installed on every computer, regardless of manufacturer.