Technology has become an essential part of daily life. It is used at home, school, and work in many ways such as computers, cell phones, calculators, and more. While technology provides benefits, it also presents risks like viruses and hackers that people must be aware of and use technology responsibly and ethically.

1. Technology in Our Lives

2. Key Terms Technology The use of science to solve problems Microprocessor The “brain” of a computerized device also called the microchip Telecommute To work from home or another location with the help of technology Ethics The principles and standards we use to decide how to act

3. Technology Thru Time Ancient people who used sundials and created calendars to keep track of time were technological experts of their time. Technology has become such an essential part of our daily lives that when computers are not working, it can become more difficult to do everyday tasks.

4. Technology and You In what ways do you use technology Examples: computers, cell phones, calculators, mp3 players, microwave, television This technology uses a microprocessor to receive and carry out your instructions How would your life be different without technology?

5. Changing Times “The Information Age” Technology is always changing and it is important to keep up with the changing world. The more confident you are with technology, the more productive you will be at home, school and work.

6. Technology at School How do we use technology at school? Educators have learned that computers can make education more effective and exciting for students. Students can use computers to take classes without even going to class…”e-learning”, “distance learning”

7. How is Technology Used at Work? Some people do not even have to go into the office to work anymore. They can telecommute . Sales people can track sales and place orders. Businesses use databases to track products, workers, and customers. Schools use online grading systems to communicate with students and parents.

8. Tech Check What are 3 good reasons to learn about technology? If you leave middle school and high school with very few computer skills, what problems might you face in the future?

9. Responsible Use People generally assume that other people will act toward them in an ethical manner. In our culture, telling the truth is ethical, but lying is unethical. How can you use computers ethically?

10. Computer Use Guidelines Respect school property Respect the privacy of others Do not open any files of others Be honest Use the tech to do your own work and not copy material from others Pay your fair share You might hear about ways to get commercial software or music for free, but this is usually illegal

11. Tech Fact In 1976, 21-year-old Steve Jobs started building computers in his parents’ garage with his partner Steve Wozniak. This was the birth of the Apple Computer, which now sells millions of computers every year.

12. Risks of Using a Computer Computers give you access to the world and the world access to your computer too. Virus -a program intentionally designed to cause annoyance or damage to a computer Hacker -a person who gains access to other people’s computers Dishonest people- those who may want to cause harm by giving false or illegal information

13. Tech Check Why are ethics important? Why should you be careful about the information you send or receive over the internet?

14. Assignment Interview an adult and ask them what they believe were the 3 most important inventions of their life and why. Ask them to give you 1 idea for an important invention in the future and why they think this will be helpful to all people.