Do’s and Don’ts of Computer Operation

Never turn a computer off while in operation. Always close the computer down

Never insert a disk into or remove a drive while the light is on.

Make certain CDs are properly placed in the tray before closing.

Never delete anything. Your instructor will clean the hard drives

Never save junk on the computer hard drive. Save it to your folder, flash drive or buy a CD

Keep the keyboard and mouse cords straight and the area clean

Never change settings and network settings.

Never bring a disk from home or another room without first having it checked for viruses.

When using a computer, after having selected an item or clicking on a selection, wait for the computer to perform this operation before clicking again. Give the computer time to do its job.

Do not use the computer unless given permission to do so by the instructor.

It is proper to turn your head when someone is typing in a password.

When the teacher is talking, eyes off of the monitor, hands/fingers off of the keyboard/mouse.