Technoloy in Action

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Technology in Action
Chapter 1 Why Computers Matter to You: Becoming Computer Literate

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Chapter Topics
• Computer literacy • Computers and careers • Technology challenges

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What is Computer Literacy ?
– Understand basics of hardware and software – Know common terminology / acronyms – Know how to use a computer (have “hands-on” experience) – Understand a computer’s capabilities and limitations
– Does NOT require one to know how to program computers
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Why Become Computer Literate?
• Benefits of learning about computers include:
– Increasing your career options – Being a knowledgeable consumer – Understand and take advantage of future technology – Understanding ethical and legal implications

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Becoming a Savvy Computer User and Consumer
• Avoid hackers and viruses • Protect your privacy • Understand the real privacy and security risks • Use the Internet wisely

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Becoming a Savvy Computer User and Consumer
• • • • Avoid online annoyances Maintain your computer Make good purchase decisions Integrate the latest technology

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Computers in the Workplace
• Information technology (IT) involves:
– Information handling (entry, processing) – Information retrieval – Computers – Telecommunications – Software deployment

• Several of the fastest-growing occupations are computer related
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Computers in Your Career?
• Computers are used in:
– Retail – Arts – The military
– Law enforcement

– Agriculture – More

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