Networking and Operating Systems

Chap. 1 – Introduction to Information Technology – LearnSmart

Objective: 

Students will explore how computing and the Internet affects their lives. Students will explore smartphones, the Internet, the World Wide Web and other aspects of the electronic world.

Students will also learn how Information Technology can benefit them, and what the different varieties of computers are. Students will discover how a computer works, and what goes into a personal computer, including hardware and software. Students will then explore the directions that computer and communications development are heading in the near future.

Links:

Topics Discussed:

  • Information Technology
  • Mobile Devices
  • Email
  • The Internet
  • Cyberspace
  • Tech Proficiency
  • Computer Varieties
  • Basic Computer Operations
  • Computer Development
  • Communications Development
Assignment:
  1. Access the Using Information Technology eBook and read Chapter 1 titled: “Introduction to Information Technology: The Future Now”.
  2. Complete the Chapter 1 LearnSmart Practice assignment, due Friday of next week.
Assigned: August 17th, 2017
Teacher Pacing Due Date: August 24th, 2018