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Group : TechKendrick Washington
Capresha PittsKeshara Cochrane
Kristian Bennett
SpywareSpyware is used to hijack or cripple a
computer.It is designed to attach itself to your computer
without permission and slow down your computer and steal any information it wants.
It can disguise itself as a prize notification box or a pop up window.
When spyware is piggy backed it is sent or transferred to each computer through peer to peer file sharing.
SpywareDrive by downloads are spyware that
automatically tries to download or install the spyware onto the computer without permission and shows up as a pop up window.
Browser add-ons are enhancements that show up on a web browser such as a toolbar, animated pal or additional search bars.
If spyware is attached to a computer it will hog up RAM and processor power.
SpywareWays to protect your computer are installing
anti spyware software, disable the active “x” on your computer, and using a spyware scanner.
Bibliographyhttp://computer.howstuffworks.com/spyware.
htm
Video Game AddictionVideo game addiction is a problem with many
teens and young adults today . People become addicted to video games because they are more interesting and they can assume roles .
How It Can Affect PeopleVideo game addiction can ruin a person’s
life . Children won’t complete their homework , will become very antisocial and won’t participate in any outdoor activities . Older addicts may jeopardize their jobs and relationships .
Warning Signs Of Video Game Addiction The signs of video game addiction are :1.Playing for increasing amounts of time.2.Consistently thinking of gaming.3.Gaming to escape real life problems (anxiety ,
depression , etc).4.Coping mechanism.5.Lying to friend and family to obscure gaming.6.Feeling edgy when trying to halt gaming.
How To Identify A Game AddictionYou can identify if a child or anyone is a video
game addict by:1.Monitor logs of when the child/person plays a
nd for how long.2.Try to recognize problems resulting gaming/3.How the child/person reacts to time limits.
Video Game AddictsThe most common addicts are males under
the age of 30 with poor self-esteem and social problems. To fight your addiction you should admit you have a problem , get help and use computer responsibly.
BibliographyClass notes – Video Game Addiction
Internet Searching (Search engines)Search engines search the World Wide Web
for specific information someone is looking for.
They use robots called spiders or webcrawlers to quickly look for information and make sure search engine databases are up to date.
Examples of search engines are Google, Bing, and Yahoo.
Internet Searching (Metasearchers) Metasearch engines do not crawl the web
compiling their own searchable databases like search engines.
Instead they search the databases of several different search engines in order to get information.
Examples are Profusion, Metacrawler, Mamma, and Dogpile.
Internet Searching (Netiquette)Netiquette is the combination of network and
etiquette.Netiquette is how you should behave on the
internet.The basic rule of netiquette is to use good
behavior while communicating on the internet.
Another general rule of netiquette is the remember to be human and help others learn how to use the internet.
Internet Searching (Boolean)Boolean logic is a system of standardized
words used to connect search terms.AND is used to receive information from
more than one thing your searched for.OR is used to receive information from either
of the things you searched for.NOT is used to receive information from one
specific thing you searched for and nothing else.
BibliographySearching the internet PowerPointFacts about the internetNetiquette informationhttp://adam.ac.uk/info/boolean.html#bool
Parts Inside the ComputerThe CPU is a chip that serves as the heart of the
computer and stands for central processing unit because it does most of the data processing such as carrying out performances
The Motherboard is a collection of devices in a large circuit board that controls the flow of data and provides a central point for all devices
The hard drive is the area where all the information is stored. It can hold over 100 GB of data and all of it is magnetically stored a stack of disc that is mounted together in a solid encasement.
Parts Inside the ComputerThe optical drive is a computer device that uses
a laser beam to read data imprinted on the medium surface. It is used for reading and writing CDs and DVDs(known as the CD ROM)
The Memory or RAM is made up of small memory chips that form a memory module. RAM stands for random access memory. It is a form of computer data storage
The computer case is the enclosure that contains the computer parts. It contains a power supply unit, bay drives, and peripheral connectors.
Parts Inside the Computer The video card is used for graphic processing in order
to help the CPU to run faster. The video card helps programs like games to run faster. It is also referred to as graphic accelerators
The power supply is used to convert, transmit, and regulate external power for use by the components housed inside the computer. It feeds power to all units from a wall outlet
The cooling fan keeps the inside of the computer cool from overheating. It pulls cool air from the inside, into the computer for cooling purposes. Without the cooling fan the computer would cut off whenever it gets hot
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What is spyware?
A.) Software that secretly takes important or personal information.B.) A camera put in rooms to secretly spy on people.C.)A clothing line for spiesD.)A company that spies on important people.
Why do people use spyware?
A.) People use spyware for personal reasons such as making videos.B.) People use spyware to record messages while they’re on the phone.C.) People use spyware to steal personal information for their own benefits and it also slows down your computer in the process. D.) To contact the FBI.
What are two ways spyware can get on your computer?
A.) Spyware can get on your computer by being uploaded personally and emailed from that computer.
B.) Spyware can get uploaded on your computer by a browser add-on or a pop up window.
C.) Spyware can get uploaded on your computer by the government or a spy agency.
D.)None of the above.
If spyware gets on your computer what can it hog up?
A.)Your free time
B.)Files or documents on the computer
C.) RAM and processor power
D.) All of the above
What are three ways to avoid getting spyware on your computer?A.)Use a spyware scanner, a pop up blocker, disable active-xB.)Delete all files on the computer, reset the computer, leave it alone for a couple of daysC.)Throw away computer , buy a new computer, never interact with a computer again.D.) All of the above.
People become addicted to video games because ?
A. They get bored.B. Its more interesting and they can ass
ume roles.C. They hate going outside and doing ho
mework.D. Video games keep them busy.
How can it affect a child’s life ?
A.It makes them happier.B.They get sick a lot.C.They won’t participate in outdoor activities
and develop social problemsD. They will start to hate their friends and fa
mily.
An example of warnings signs for game addiction would be ?
A. Buying lots of games.B. Doing your homework while gaming.C. Gaming when bored.D. Consistently thinking about gaming.
You can identify a video game addict by ?
A. Asking them questions.B. Playing video games with them.C. Monitor their logs and for how long t
hey play.D. Buy more video games.
Who are the most common addicts
A. People who do drugs.B. Anyone who plays for more than 2 hours.C. Females over 13 and don’t date.D. Males under the age 30 with poor self-estee
m and / or social problems.
Which one of these is NOT the name of a metasearcher website?
A.) MetacrawlerB.) ProfusionC.) CatpileD.) Mamma
Which is the correct way to use one of the Boolean terms?
A.) andB.) OrC.) AndD.) NOT
Which of these is the top level domain?
A.) .htmlB.) .comC.) www.D.) http.//
Which of the following is a general rule of netiquette?
A.) Remember to be human.B.) Always put you personal information on the internet.C.) Never put your personal information on the internet.D.) Show disrespect to others on the internet.
What is the main job of the spider or web crawler?
A.) To educate you on how to use the web.B.) Only make sure websites are up to date.C.) To roam the web for searched information and make sure search engines are up to date.D.) Only search for information on the web.
What Does CPU Stand For ?
A. Computer Parts UnderstandingB. Collaborative People UniteC. Central Processing UnitD. Center Processor UnitE. Both C & D
What is the Chip that Serves as the Heart of the Computer ?
A.The Optical DriveB. The Hard DriveC.The CPUD.The MotherboardE. Both C & D
What computer part is constantly used by the computer even when it is off
and information is magnetically saved ?
A. CPUB. MotherboardC. Hard DriveD. Memory RAME. Optical Drive
What computer part works along with the CPU for the
computer to run normally? A. Video CardB. MotherboardC. Memory RAMD. Graphic AcceleratorsE. Both A & D
What computer part is necessary for the computer to run consistently
without shutting down unexpectedly ?
A . The MotherboardB. The CPUC. The Cooling FanD. The Computer CaseE. Both C & D
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