Dr. Rodger Manning presented on topics related to Gov 2.0, Public 2.0, and threats from "Bad Guys 2.0". He discussed how the National Broadband Network will provide benefits like faster downloads and connectivity but also opportunities for malicious actors. Public 2.0 refers to increased internet usage by citizens who have more access to information but are also frustrated with lack of input. Bad Guys 2.0 are empowered and innovative threats like hackers, criminals, and terrorists who see opportunities in open government systems and data theft. Defenses include knowing vulnerabilities, security strategies, user awareness training, monitoring, and thinking critically about potential exploits.
7. ….is a good thing Education & Empowerment Allows Government to Talk to Each Other Listening Allows me to Talk to Government Reacting Engaging with Youths Efficiency New Ways of Working Opening up Government Making Tougher Choices Innovation Gov 2.0 3 Democracy
13. Home and SMB use of WiFi explodes4 ….is a good thing 77% of Internet Users agree that the NBN is a good thing1 1Source – The Internet In Australia, S. Ewing & J. Thomas, Swinburne University of Technology
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15. 3rd largest Tweater by capita5 ….are ready ….are frustrated? 53 % 44% Respondents disagreeing with: By using the Internet will people like you have more say about what the government does? 2007 2009 Source – The Internet In Australia, S. Ewing & J. Thomas, Swinburne University of Technology