Technology in Your Life Contents Starting with You How many times a day do you use technology? It might be more than you think! Tech Talk: Safe and Responsible Ues of Technology Responsible Use of Technology Copyright © The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. All rights reserved.

Safe and Responsible Use of Technology Key Terms You Will Learn technology microprocessor telecommute ethics virus Hacker mobile device wearable technology How technology affects your everyday life How technology is used at home, school, and work How you can use technology ethically and safely At School and At Home

Safe and Responsible Ues of Technology Technology in Our Lives technology The use of science to solve practical problems. Since ancient times, people have been using science to solve practical problems. In the last 50 years, technology—especially computer technology—has changed the way we: work play communicate In fact many times when computers are not working, it can become difficult to do everyday tasks!

Safe and Responsible Ues of Technology Technology in Our Lives microprocessor A tiny computer chip that receives and carries out instructions. How Do I Use Technology? Technology often works behind the scenes. You might not know that computers: Keep track of the books in your school library Predict the weather Dispense money from ATMs-Apple Pay Monitor hospital patients Make cars safer to drive (auto drive) Cameras and Auto detect – auto brake/avoidance (not run into) The “brain” of every computerized device is a small but powerful chip called a microprocessor, or microchip.

Safe and Responsible Ues of Technology Technology in Our Lives Identify List two technological inventions of the last century that have made communication easier. Possible answers include: broadcast radio television e-mail personal computer Internet World Wide Web Web browser cell phone Instant messaging/Face time/Skype Social media

Safe and Responsible Ues of Technology Technology and You Technology is constantly changing. It is important to keep up with how technology is used at school, at home, and at work. How Is Technology Used at School? At school, computers can help you: Find books in the library Research a topic Record or organize information Write a report Deliver a class presentation

Safe and Responsible Ues of Technology Technology and You How Is Technology Used at Home? At home, many systems and appliances are computerized. Among these, personal computers are especially useful because they let you: Communicate with friends and family Find information Listen to music and watch movies Play games Skype Online learning courses Online student collaboration (working together) ex. Projects, research

Safe and Responsible Ues of Technology Technology and You telecommute To work at home or another location outside an office with the help of communication devices such as cell phones, fax machines, and the Internet. Mobile device to pay or document work/progress How Is Technology Used at Work? At work, technology is everywhere! Computers are used to do these and many other tasks: Create documents Maintain schedules Place orders and track sales Track products and workers These days, many people telecommute rather than work in an office.

Safe and Responsible Ues of Technology Technology and You Describe How have you used computers to help you do school assignments? Possible answers include: To find books in the library To research a topic To record information To organize information To write a report To deliver a class presentation

Safe and Responsible Ues of Technology Responsible Use of Technology ethics The principles and standards we use to decide how to act. When you use a computer, use ethics to guide your behavior. How Can I Use Computers Ethically? Be sure to follow these guidelines for ethical computer use: Do not open or damage other people’s files or messages. Do not use the Internet to cheat. Do not use Web sites, e-mail, or chat rooms to say negative things about others. Pay for commercial software, music, and movies.

Safe and Responsible Ues of Technology Responsible Use of Technology What Are the Risks of Using Computers? When you use a computer, you must be aware of the risks and take proper precautions: Firewalls and antivirus software can help protect your computer against a virus or a hacker. Good common sense can help protect you from dishonest people who give false or illegal information on the Internet. One possible risk – Geo Tagging/Geolocation = Ues of apps or mobile devices or computers where You intentionally or accidently reveal your current location on the planet – maybe even your address or where you are at the time Most of the time can be turned off in settings virus A computer program intentionally designed to cause annoyance or to damage hardware or software. hacker A person who uses his or her expertise to gain access to people’s computers for unethical purposes.

Safe and Responsible Ues of Technology Tech Talk Assessment Draw Conclusions What should you do if you think you are the victim of someone else’s unethical behavior? Notify an adult, such as your teacher or a parent or guardian.

Safe and Responsible Ues of Technology Tech Talk Assessment Analyze Pick an appliance, system, or device in your home. How does it help to solve a practical problem? Possible answers include: A refrigerator keeps perishable foods from spoiling. A microwave oven makes it possible to enjoy a hot meal when you do not have a lot of time. A security system protects you and your belongings from potential harm. The TV remote control lets you change the channel without having to get up! Smart TVs – built in wifi/comuters and can run apps… Ex. Games, stream live or recorded shows

Finally Any Other Ways we USE technology?

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