Chapter 1 - Introduction to Technology
1 Digital Literacy
- Know how to use computers, mobile devices, the web, and technology.
- Keep learning because technology keeps changing.
2 Types of Computers & Devices
- Computers: Laptop, Tablet, Desktop, All-in-One, Server.
- Mobile & Game Devices: Smartphones, handheld consoles, smartwatches, etc.
3 Data & Information
Input Devices:
- Keyboard: Enter data.
- Pointing Devices: Mouse, touchpad.
- Voice & Video Input: Microphones, webcams.
- Scanner: Converts text/images into digital form.
Output Devices:
- Printer: Prints documents and 3D objects.
- Display/Monitor: Shows text, graphics, video.
- Speakers/Headphones: For audio output.
4 The Internet & The Web
- Internet: A global network connecting millions of devices.
- Web Browser: Access websites.
- Search Engine: Find information.
- Social Networks: Share content online.
5 Digital Safety & Green Computing
- Protect your devices from viruses and hackers.
- Green Computing: Save energy and reduce waste.
6 Programs & Apps
- Software tells the computer what to do.
- Install software before using it.
- User Interface: How users interact with software.
- Software Developers: People who write programs.
7 Communications & Networks
- Communication Devices: Transfer data (modems, routers).
- Wireless Technologies: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth.
- Networks: Connected devices sharing information.
8 Uses of Technology
- Used daily in communication, business, education, healthcare, etc.
Simple Summary:
Basics of technology - devices, data handling, the internet, safety, software, and how technology
connects people.
Chapter 2 - The Internet
1 What is the Internet?
- Global network connecting millions of devices.
- Started in 1969 as ARPANET.
2 Connecting to the Internet
- Wired and Wireless connections.
- ISP provides internet access.
- Bandwidth: Data capacity.
- Hotspot: Wireless internet access point.
3 IP Address & Domain Name
- IP Address: Unique device ID.
- Domain Name: Website name ([Link]).
- DNS translates domain names to IP addresses.
4 The World Wide Web (WWW)
- Webpages & Websites.
- Web Server delivers webpages.
- Web 2.0 allows user interaction.
5 Web Browsers & Web Addresses
- Browser: Access websites.
- Mobile Browser: For phones.
- Homepage: First website page.
- Tabbed Browsing & URLs.
- Web Apps: Apps accessed via browser.
6 Types of Websites
- Search Engines, News, Educational, Social Networks, Blogs, Business.
- Search Operators help refine searches.
- Subject Directory organizes topics.
7 Web Publishing
- Creating and maintaining websites.
8 Digital Media on the Web
- Graphics (JPEG, PNG), Infographics, Animations.
- Audio (MP3), Video, Virtual Reality (VR).
9 Other Internet Services
- Email, Email Lists, Instant Messaging, Chat Rooms.
- Online Discussions, VoIP Calls, FTP.
10. Netiquette
- Rules for respectful online behavior.
Simple Summary:
The chapter covers internet basics - connections, browsing, websites, digital media, online services,
and good behavior online.
