1. Rules for the Computer Lab Mr. Hodder 2013-2014

2. C Come into the lab quietly and go directly to your computer Do not touch any other computers, chairs, mice, etc... on the way.

3. O Only visit the approved Internet sites and only when you are given Teacher permission to do so. Do not download anything unless you are told to do so or given permission Never give out personal information or share your password/login If you encounter anything that makes you uncomfortable turn off your monitor immediately, do not show your friends first, and tell a teacher

4. M Make sure you leave your workspace as you found it … or better! Exit all programs correctly Hang up headphones Straighten up your keyboard and mouse Push in your chair Collect and throw away any trash or garbage on your way out Take everything with you and don’t forget anything you printed

5. P Print only if you have permission. Only try to print once and wait for it It may take a bit longer the more prints that are being requested

6. U Use only your assigned computer Do not move icons to the desktop Do not change any systems settings without permission Do not edit any files that do no belong to you Help others with your mouth and not their mouse

7. T Treat your classmates, teachers and equipment with respect. Help others only if they need help and the teacher is not available Do no talk or type while the teacher is talking Make sure your hands are clean Do not hit down on the keyboard or mouse Keep your hands off the monitors unless it is a touch screen Keep all four feet of your chair on the floor at all times

8. E Eat and drink outside the lab only. No food or drinks should be at your workstation Keyboards will collect crumbs between and under the keys The optical mouse may not work correctly or accurately on a dirty surface

9. R Read the screen before asking questions. Read it again if you do not understand the first time Consider if the information is useful you are being given Look for any error messages that may be affecting your progress