1. 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
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2. 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

3. 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!

4. 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.

5. 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
personal computer
Internet
World Wide Web
Web browser
cell phone
Instant messaging/Face time/Skype
Social media

6. 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

7. 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

8. 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.

9. 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

10. 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, , or chat rooms to say negative things about others.
Pay for commercial software, music, and movies.

11. 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.

12. 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.

13. 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

14. Finally
Any Other Ways we USE technology?

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