1. Getting Started with Digital Media © 2013 Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved. May not be scanned, copied or duplicated, or posted to a publicly accessible website, in whole or in part. Chapter 1

2. Lessons Lesson 1.1: Learning the Keys to Success Lesson 1.2: Reviewing the Computer System and File Management Lesson 1.3: Maintaining Digital Safety Lesson 1.4: Practicing Workplace Safety Digital Media, 3e2

3. Learning Outcomes 1.1: List the characteristics needed to become a skilled digital master 1.2: Identify how to name and save a file 1.3: Explain how to ensure digital security 1.4: Practice the techniques for good keyboarding Digital Media, 3e3

4. Commitment Learning new software and computer skills requires the following commitments – Be flexible – Keep an open mind – Use initiative – Listen and read attentively – Seek and acquire new knowledge and skills Digital Media, 3e4

5. Certifications Digital media certifications generally fall into three categories: – Web – Print – Video Adobe certifications are available online – ACA (Adobe Certified Associate) – ACE (Adobe Certified Expert) Digital Media, 3e5

6. Work Skills for Multimedia Careers Good attendance Promptness Proper attire Clean and safe work environment Appropriate voice Pride Behaviors that contribute to your ability to acquire a job and grow in the field of your choice: Digital Media, 3e6

7. Managing Files Digital media projects may include image, text, audio, and video files Naming Files – A naming convention is a set of rules used in the naming of files and folders (see chart, p. 8) – Choose a name that clearly identifies the contents of the file – For shared files, use initials or a numbering method to clarify versions Digital Media, 3e7

8. Managing Files (continued) Saving Files – Designate a place to save project files – Network locations or shared Internet locations allow everyone access Choosing Storage – Internal or external hard drives – A server is a computer designed to store files from multiple computers – Writeable CD or DVD – Flash drives (also called thumb or USB drives) Digital Media, 3e8

9. Storage In the past few years, prices have dropped dramatically Digital Media, 3e9 Kilobyte1000 bytes Megabyte1000 kilobytes Gigabyte1000 megabytes Terabyte1000 gigabytes Petabyte1000 terabytes

10. Making Backups Backup work to prevent losing files through a hardware failure or virus attack – Backup to hardware (flash drive or another hard drive) – Backup over a network to another computer – Create an online backup Some organizations automatically back up files at a set interval Make sure you have a backup/recovery plan Digital Media, 3e10

11. Personal Security A cyber predator is a person who uses the Internet to make contact with others in order to harm them Stealing someone’s information to use for illegal purposes is identity theft Social engineering scams trick users into providing information in the belief that a request is legitimate A keylogger is software that tracks keyboard use and transmits it to be used for illegal purposes Digital Media, 3e11

12. Computer Security Malware, or malicious software, is designed to damage a computer or steal information To keep computer secure, install virus and malware protection software and keep it updated Malware includes, p.13 : – Virus – Worm – Spyware – Trojan horse – Adware – Rootkit Digital Media, 3e 12

13. Computer Security (continued) No virus protection is foolproof Encryption converts text into an unreadable series of numbers and letters to protect information Digital encryption uses software that can scramble and unscramble the data A hacker is a person who finds an electronic means of gaining unauthorized access to a computer Digital Media, 3e13

14. Password Security Wise use of passwords are an effective way to protect your computer and information Strong passwords are those that make it difficult for others to figure out – Have a minimum of eight characters. – Use both upper and lower case letters. – Use at least one number. – Use at least one special character such as ! @ $ % ^ & * ( ) - _ = + [ ] ; : ‘ “, / ? Phishing is a social engineering activity where the perpetrator uses fake Web sites or emails to trick a user into providing personal information or passwords Digital Media, 3e14

15. Hardware Security Maintain the physical security of a computer Laptops, smart cell phones, and other devices are portable – No longer secured by the locked windows and doors of an office – Stored in cars – Taken on public transportation – Used in restaurants, hotels, and public places Maintaining the security of your equipment is your responsibility Digital Media, 3e15

16. Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) AUPs are written agreements that all system users must agree to AUPs may include the following: – Password selection requirements – Software usage restrictions – Netiquette rules – Limits on the use of systems or items that overtax the network Digital Media, 3e16

17. Avoiding Repetitive Stress Injury Ergonomics is a science that studies the best way to design a workplace for maximum safety and productivity Muscle or joint injury that results from performing actions repeatedly is repetitive stress injury Carpal tunnel syndrome is a type of repetitive stress injury and often requires surgery or at least a brace to protect the injured hand Digital Media, 3e17 Margrit Hirsch/Shutterstock.com

18. Creating Effective Workstations Ergonomics teaches proper workstation arrangement: – Keyboard should be at elbow height and even with the front edge of desk – Monitor should be positioned to avoid glare and be at least an arm’s length away – Chair should have a good backrest – Back should be touching the backrest at all times – Feet should be flat on the floor (or use a footrest) – Sit up straight, keeping head and neck as straight as possible Digital Media, 3e18

19. Creating Effective Workstations (continued) Correct Keyboarding Technique – Keep fingers curved and upright over the home row keys – Keep wrists low, but not touching the keyboard – Lightly tap each key with the tip of finger, snapping the fingertip toward the palm of hand Mouse Techniques – Hold mouse gently; keep arms, hands, fingers relaxed – Keep wrist straight and use elbow as the pivot – Do NOT use a wrist rest Digital Media, 3e19

20. Who Is Responsible? Who is responsible for ensuring your safety? Is it the employer who should provide ergonomic chairs and keyboards? Is it a personal responsibility that requires you to pay attention to how you are using your hands? What happens if you identify a problem, and your employer does not allow you to make changes to improve the situation? Digital Media, 3e 20

21. Taking a Break Develop a plan to make sure you take breaks Get up from your workstation at least once an hour Rest your eyes occasionally by focusing on an object at least 20 feet away Stretch your muscles to relax and strengthen them Digital Media, 3e21 killerb10/iStockphoto.com

22. Key Concepts The five commitments to learning include: be flexible, keep an open mind, use initiative, listen and read attentively, and seek to acquire new knowledge and skills. The six behaviors that contribute to your ability to acquire a job and grow in the field of your choice include good attendance, promptness, proper attire, a clean and safe work environment, appropriate voice, and pride You can demonstrate your digital media skills by seeking certification from a secondary and/or post-secondary school or through a provider such as Adobe or Microsoft Strong passwords are those that meet a set of rules designed to make it difficult for others to figure out the word Repetitive stress injury (RSI) (including carpal tunnel syndrome) results from repeated movement of a particular part of the body Digital Media, 3e22