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Hello, everyone! My name is Serah, and welcome to my blog. I am currently studying Computer Science, and I hope to continue my education after transferring to a four-year university. My long-term goal is to build a career in technology, especially in cybersecurity, while also exploring my passion for communication and education. Whether I end up working in the tech industry or becoming a professor, I want to help people understand technology and how it affects their everyday lives.

One thing I have learned is that technology is no longer just for programmers or computer scientists. Almost everyone relies on computers, smartphones, and the internet every day. Unfortunately, many people do not understand how to stay safe online or how technology impacts their privacy and security. This is one reason I decided to create this blog. I want to explore topics that make technical information easier to understand for everyone.

Ashley Holmes discusses this idea in “Public Writing for Social Change,” explaining that writing for public audiences allows writers to share knowledge beyond the classroom and create meaningful change within communities. Instead of writing only for professors or classmates, public writing encourages us to communicate with broader audiences who can benefit from our ideas.

Hyperlink #1: Ashley Holmes’ Public Writing for Social Change : “Public Writing for Social Change” by Ashley Holmes

I believe this idea is especially important in Computer Science. Technology changes rapidly, and many people struggle to keep up with new developments. Public writing can help bridge the gap between technical experts and everyday users by explaining complicated topics in clear and accessible language. Through blog posts, articles, and online discussions, computer scientists can educate the public about digital safety, artificial intelligence, ethical technology, and many other important issues.

One topic I am especially interested in is cybersecurity. Every day, people receive scam emails, experience identity theft, or unknowingly download harmful software. Many of these problems could be prevented if more people understood basic cybersecurity practices. In future blog posts, I hope to discuss practical tips for protecting personal information, creating strong passwords, recognizing phishing scams, and understanding how hackers exploit weaknesses in computer systems.

Hyperlink #2: Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency cybersecurity resources : https://cybilportal.org/publications/cisa-cybersecurity-resources-cisa/

Another topic I would like to explore is artificial intelligence. AI is becoming part of education, healthcare, business, and entertainment. While AI offers exciting opportunities, it also raises questions about ethics, privacy, and employment. I hope to examine both the benefits and challenges of AI in ways that are easy for readers without technical backgrounds to understand.

Hyperlink #3: Association for Computing Machinery or another reliable technology resource : https://www.acm.org/

Finally, I would also like to write about diversity in technology and the importance of encouraging more students to pursue careers in STEM. As someone who is working toward a career in Computer Science, I know that learning technical skills can sometimes feel intimidating. I hope this blog can encourage students who are considering technology careers while also helping readers become more informed digital citizens.

Technology shapes nearly every aspect of modern life, but understanding it should not be limited to experts. Through this blog, I hope to make complicated topics more approachable, encourage thoughtful discussions, and demonstrate how public writing can make technology more accessible to everyone.