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Uses of Computers

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Uses of Computers

Computers are a big part of our lives! Computers do jobs that make things safer, easier or quicker.

Controlling objects

Controlling objects

  • Computers control many machines and systems that we use daily.
  • Computers in cars control parts like the engine, brakes, lights, and windows.
    • Some new cars do not even need a driver!
Computers in factories

Computers in factories

  • In factories, computers control machines that do jobs that are tough or boring for people.
  • Robotics means computers controlling machines.
Computers controlling objects

Computers controlling objects

  • Computers control things we see every day.
    • Example: traffic lights and heating.
  • Small computers control many moving toys.
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Using Computers

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Computers as a Tool

1.1.1Uses of Computers1.1.2More Uses of Computers1.1.3Advantages of Information Technology1.1.4More Advantages of Information Technology
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Data

1.2.1Storing Data1.2.2Databases1.2.3Sorting & Filtering Data1.2.4Interrogating Data
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Plagiarism & Illegal Sharing

1.3.1Plagiarism1.3.2Copyrighted Content
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Networks & the World Wide Web

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Networks

2.1.1Parts of Networks2.1.2The Internet2.1.3The World Wide Web
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Searching Online

2.2.1Searching the World Wide Web2.2.2Searching Tips2.2.3Reliable Information
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Protecting Yourself Online

2.3.1Your Digital Footprint2.3.2Being Safe2.3.3Online Safety2.3.4Viruses2.3.5Malware2.3.6People Online2.3.7Your Feelings2.3.8Getting Help
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Computational Thinking

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Computational Thinking

3.1.1Computational Thinking3.1.2Decomposing Tasks3.1.3Algorithms (1/2)3.1.4Algorithms (2/2)3.1.5Logical Reasoning & Debugging
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Computer Languages

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Coding

4.1.1Code4.1.2Programs4.1.3Writing Programs4.1.4Writing Your Own Program: Input, Outputs, Design4.1.5Turning an Algorithm into an App (1/2)4.1.6Turning an Algorithm into an App (2/2)

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    What jobs in factories are often done by machines controlled by computers?Multiple choice
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    How often do most people use things controlled by computers?Multiple choice
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    What is correct?True / false
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