KEEP YOUR HOME PC HAPPY    

Resources

 Tasks  

 

 

 

Start Out on the  Right Foot

 

quiz 1

 

conduct your own Internet search

&

use the links provided

  • Create a table

    • use Microsoft Word or Microsoft Excel (teacher's choice)

    • type your name outside the table, on the page top

    • make it look similar to the chart on this page

  • Place your researched answer below each requested task 

    • highlight your black text answer in yellow
 

Firewall

resource 1

resource 2

 

 

Virus Protect

resource 1

resource 2

 

Microsoft Settings

resource 1

  • Explain WHY one needs to Firewall their PC

  • Explain HOW a Firewall protects

  • Explain WHAT a Firewall does not do

  • Explain HOW one installs a Firewall

  • List 1 FREE and 1 PAID Firewall
    • Include the URL to download
  • List 2 FREE and 2 PAID subscription virus protection software
    • Include the URL to download
      • The Free and the Paid may not be the same
  • What is ISCA-certified?
    • Why is it important to know about?
    • Are your above selections certified?
    • What is the URL to find out?

  • What should you change if you are using Microsoft Explorer?

  • Are there settings on the Microsoft Operating System (Windows) that can be adjusted for more safety?
 

 

Additional Software that's Good to Have

 

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Pop-up Blockers

Adware &

Spyware

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resource 2

Alternative Browser

resource 1

  • Explain WHY one needs Spyware, Pop-up Blockers, and Adware

  • Explain WHAT these programs do to protect

  • Choose the best 2 off the list

    • Defend your choice

  • HOW does Freeware work?

  • Explain WHY an alternative Browser is a good idea

  • Choose the best alternative for you off recourse 1

    • Defend your choice

  • Do a web search and find another browser that is not on the list

    • Provide the URL and a brief explanation of the feature
 

Maintenance Schedule

 

quiz

 

Update, Scan & Repeat 

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resource 2

 

  • Explain WHY weekly/monthly updates are recommended

  • What are the activities you should perform using Microsoft's system tools and web site?

  • What does versiontrakker do?

    • Would you use it?

  • List what should be done weekly

  • List what should be done monthly

  • List what should be updated a couple times a year, or whenever an update e-mail received
 

Common Sense Tips

 

When is it Time to Move On?

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resource 1

resource 2

resource 3

 

  • What are the dangers of opening popups and email chain letters?

  • How long should you plan on using your new PC?

  • Is it always your fault if your computer is malfunctioning?

  • Explain why/why not you should  trust that your computer is safe if you follow the advice in this lesson

  • What are some things to consider when choosing a computer warrantee?

  • How can your password protect you?

Legacy Equipment

Reuse/Recycle

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resource 2

resource 3

resource 4

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  • What might you consider doing with your legacy computer?

  • Why is it important to be green with technology?
Student Assessment Rubric

 

Are you waiting for the rest of the class?

  

 

 

 

  • Scenario:  You are an employee at a business selling home PC's.

  • Create a 1 page fact sheet entitled "Keeping Your Home PC Happy" suitable to give to customers when they purchase a new computer from your business.

    • Use either Microsoft Word
    • Use your knowledge of Desk Top Publishing
      • It should look nice!
    • Include a summary of what you learned completing this assignment
  • Now transfer your information into a Microsoft Publisher brochure.
Credits credits/references

 http://mygeek911.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=17&Itemid=35#cat=

http://clarkson.edu/oit/security/runsafe.html

http://articles.directorym.com/Protect_Yourself_From_Spyware-a969878.html