1. The Computer Basics

2. A computer is an electronic machine Computers can do anything that someone tells them to do Since computers are so fast at processing things, we use them at work and at home for all sorts of things Computers are made of two things: hardware and software

3. Hardware The parts of a computer that you can touch Keyboard Printer Monitor Mouse Speakers Cables Headphones

4. Software Instructions that tell the computer what to do Starfall PBSKids Word Games Music or movie players

5. Internet Millions of computers around the World that are connected to each other

6. Download A file taken from another computer and placed onto your computer

7. Virus A program that can come from the internet and damage your computer

8. Password Letters, numbers and symbols that are connected in order to protect your computer and personal information

9. Information Security Protect information from people who should not have it It is important not to give any of your personal information to strangers Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xZHq4CQekTYhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xZHq4CQekTY

10. Computer Security What is computer security? Confidential Reliable Unchanged

11. Why is this important? Computer safety is important because –Keeping your computer safe from viruses, means keeping your information safe –Keeping your computer safe, means you can continue to use if for homework or for fun –Keeping your family safe from people who might want to use your information to do bad things

12. Who is responsible keeping information safe? YOU! Family members Friends Everyone

13. How do we do this? Always use passwords Only visit websites which are approved by teachers and parents If you are unsure ask for help Never give out your information Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MuaJcjxBK3U&feature=PlayList&p=4A3847803A7803BE&playnext_fro m=PL&playnext=1&index=2 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MuaJcjxBK3U&feature=PlayList&p=4A3847803A7803BE&playnext_fro m=PL&playnext=1&index=2

14. Who is ready for a game?

15. What is this piece of Hardware?

16. Is this Hardware or Software?

18. Who is responsible for keeping information safe? Everyone!

19. What happened to this computer?

20. What do you do if you end up somewhere new on the internet? A. Ask your teacher or parent for help B. Do not ask anyone for help C. Ask a stranger for help

21. Name a part of the computer that you can touch?

22. How do we keep our information safe? Always use passwords Only visit websites which are approved by teachers and parents If you are unsure ask for help Never give out your information

23. What does a password include? A. Letters B. Numbers C. Symbols D. All of the above

24. Bonus Question: What does a computer use to store information? TV Suitcase Hard drive Desk

25. Bonus Question 2: What is the name of the screen that you see once you start your computer? Spreadsheet Notepad Webpage Desktop

26. 3 Basic Internet Security Rules to Live By 1.Never give out your name, address, birthday, phone number, where you go to school, or any other personal information to anyone you meet online! 2.Never agree to meet with anyone you meet online in person! 3.If something you see or read makes you uncomfortable go see an adult immediately!

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28. Questions?