Discovering Computers: Digital Technology, Data, and Devices (MindTap Course List)

Table of Contents
	Module 1: Being a Digital Citizen: At Home, School, and Work
	How Technology Impacts You
	A Day in the Life of a Digital Citizen
	How Technology Impacts Society
		The Internet of Things
		The History of Computers
		The Digital Divide
	Secure IT: Protect Your Privacy
		To Protect Your Privacy
	How Technology Impacts the Professional World
		Technology in K-12 Education
		Technology in Higher Education
		Technology in Health Care
		Technology in the Transportation Industry
		Technology in Manufacturing
	How To: Use Technology in Your Job Search
		Create a Professional Online Presence
		Achieve Technology Certifications
	How Convergence Impacts Technology
		Computer Devices
		Mobile Devices
		Media and Gaming Devices
	What Does It Mean to Be a Digital Citizen?
		Legal and Ethical Responsibilities of a Digital Citizen
		How Companies and Schools Can Protect Themselves
		Green Computing
	Ethics & Issues: Who Is Responsible for Providing Assistive Technologies?
		Assistlve Technologies
		Legal Requirements
Module 2: The Internet: Connecting and Communicating Online
	The Internet Evolution
		History of the Internet and the Web
	Using the World Wide Web
		Web Basics
		Accessing Web Content
		How Data Travels the Internet
	How To: Connect to the Internet
		Selecting an Internet Service Provider
		Choosing a Network Type
		Connecting to a Wireless Network
	Explore Websites, Web Apps, and E-Commerce
		Website Categories
		Web Apps
		E-Commerce
	Secure IT: Stay Safe Online
		Online Safety Tips
		Make Secure E-Commerce Payments
	Communicating Online
		Email
		Messaging Apps
		Podcasts
		Online Conferencing
		Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP)
		FTP
	Use Social Networks
		Social Media and Social Networks
		Business Uses of Online Social Networks
		Personal Uses of Online Social Networks
		Types of Social Networks
		Privacy and Security Risks with Online Social Networks
		Business Uses of Social Media
	Apply Information Literacy Standards to Web Searches
		Define Information Literacy
		How Search Engines Work
		Use Search Tools and Strategies
		Refine Web Searches
		Conduct Online Research
	Ethics & Issues: Using Online Content Responsibly
		Gather Content from Online Sources
		Apply Information Literacy Standards
	Student Assignments
Module 3: Evaluating Hardware: For Home and Work
	How Do You Select a Device?
		Define Each Component of Computer Hardware
		What Hardware Features Should You Consider?
		Which Type of Computer Is Right for You?
		Mobile Computer Buyer’s Guide
		Desktop Buyer’s Guide
	Input and Output Devices
		How Computers Represent Data
		Input Devices
		Output Devices
	Install and Evaluate Hardware
		Evaluate the Performance of Computer Hardware
	Secure IT: Reducing Hardware Risks
		Avoid Hardware Theft
		Maintain Computer Hardware
		Protect Computer Equipment
		Restore a Device
		Perform Data Backups
	Internal, External, and Cloud-Based Storage Solutions
	Network Hardware
		Network Connection Components
		Network Communication Devices
	Inside the Case
		Cases
		The Arithmetic Logic Unit
		Machine Cycle
	How To: Protect Yourself When Using Devices
		Define and Prevent Risks to Physical Health
		Define and Prevent Risks to Behavioral Health
		Define and Prevent Risks to Social Health
	Ethics & Issues: Dispose of Hardware Responsibly
	Student Assignments
Module 4: Programs and Apps: Using Apps for Productivity, Graphics, and Security
	How Do You Use Programs and Apps?
		Types of Apps
		Common Features of Apps
		Use Mobile Apps
		Current Trends in App Development
	Ethics and Issues: Acquire Programs and Apps Responsibly
		Legal Protections for Programs and Apps
		Distributing Programs and Apps
		Install, Update, and Uninstall Programs and Apps
		Acquire Legitimate Programs and Apps
	Productivity Apps
		Word Processing
		Spreadsheet
		Presentation
		Databases
		Common Database Tasks
		Productivity Suite
		Enterprise Computing
		Computer-Aided Technology
	Graphics and Media Applications
		Types of Digital Media
		Digital Graphics
		Digital Animation
		Digital Media Creation and Editing Apps
	Digital Media on the Web
		Smart TVs and Streaming Devices
		Stream Digital Audio
	Virtual and Augmented Reality and Artificial Intelligence
		Virtual and Augmented Reality
		Artificial Intelligence
	Personal Interest Applications
	Secure IT: Security Tools
	How To: Use System Management Tools
	Student Assignments
Module 5: Digital Security, Ethics, and Privacy: Avoiding and Recognizing Threats
	Risks Associated with Technology Use
		Cybercrime
		Digital Detox
	Cybercrimes and Criminals
	Ethics and Society
		Information Accuracy
		Intellectual Property Rights
		Green Computing
	Internet and Network Attacks
		Malware
		Botnets
		Denial of Service Attacks
		Back Doors
		Spoofing
		Protection from Viruses and Other Malware
	Secure IT: Protect Yourself and Your Data
		Information Theft
		Firewalls
		Unauthorized Access and Use
		Access Controls
		Backing Up
	Wireless Security
		Protect Mobile Devices
		Secure Your Wireless Network
		Cloud Data Privacy
	Information Privacy
		Use Strong Authentication
		Biometrics
		Two-Factor Authentication
		CAPTCHAs
		Encryption
		Protect Yourself while Online
		Privacy Laws
	How To: Establish Policies to Ensure Safety
		Establishing Policies
		Disaster Recovery
	Ethics and Issues: Inclusivity and Digital Access
		Digital Inclusion
	Student Assignments
Technology Timeline
Module 6: Input and Output: Entering Data and Producing Information
	Input and Output
		How Do You Use Input?
		How Do You Use Output?
	Manual Input
		Typing and Pointing Input
		Touch Input
		Pen Input
	Digital Input
		Voice Input
		Video Input
		Motion Input
		Scanners and Reading Devices
	Physical Output
		Nonimpact Printers
	Digital Output
		Displays
		HDTVs and Smart TVs
		Other Output Devices
	Ethics & Issues: Assistive Technology Input and Output
		Adaptive Input Devices
		Adaptive Output Devices
		Creating Accessible Content
	How To: Customize and Manage Input and Output Devices
		Customize System Software
		Customize Input and Output Devices Using System Software
	Secure IT: Reduce E-Waste Risks
	Student Assignments
Module 7: Digital Storage: Preserving Your Content
	Storage and Memory Uses
		Storage Media
		Storage Capacity
		Storage Access Times
	Storage Hardware
		Hard Drives
		Optical Media
	Cloud Storage
		Cloud Storage Advantages
		Services Offered by Cloud Storage Providers
		Other Cloud Services
	Cloud Storage Options
		Evaluating Providers
		Select a Cloud Storage Provider
	Secure IT: Secure Your Data on the Cloud
	Enterprise and Other Storage Options
	How Memory Relates to Storage
		Bytes and Addressable Memory
		Types of Memory
	Ethics & Issues: Internet of Things and Privacy
	Student Assignments
Module 8: Operating Systems: Managing, Coordinating, and Monitoring Resources
	Operating Systems
		GUIs
		Operating System Functions
	How an Operating System Works
		The Purpose of an Operating System
		How an Operating System Manages Memory
		How Operating Systems Manage Input and Output
		How Operating Systems Manages Programs
	Types of Operating Systems
		Desktop Operating Systems
		Server Operating Systems
		Mobile Operating Systems
		Mobile versus Desktop Operating Systems
		Other Characteristics of Operating Systems
	Ethics and Issues: Licensing an Operating System
	Manage Files and Folders
		File Properties
		File Compression
		Manage Folder Names and Folder Placement
		Organize Files
	Use Operating System Management Utilities
		Use Administrative Utilities
		Customize an Operating System
		Manage Desktop Windows
	Secure IT: Securing an Operating System
		Using an Operating System’s Security Utilities
		Manage User Accounts
	How To: Use Virtual Machines
		Set Up and Use a Virtual Machine
	Student Assignments
Module 9: Networks and Network Devices: Communicating and Connecting
	How Do You Interact with a Network?
		Networks as Communications Systems
		Network Uses
		Home and Business Networks
		Wired and Wireless Networks
		Cellular Networks
		GPS
		Communications Software
	Network Structures
	Network Standards and Protocols
		Network Standards
		Internet Protocols
		Close-Distance Communications Protocols
	Network Connection Hardware
		Communications Lines
	How To: Set Up a Network
		Set Up a Home Wireless Network
		Add a Printer to a Network
		Strengthen Your Wireless Signal
	Secure IT: Secure a Network
		Secure Network Data
		Detecting an Intruder to a Network
	Ethics & Issues: Responsibilities of a Network Professional
	Student Assignments
Module 10: Databases: Understanding Data Storage
	Interacting with a Database
		Why Use a Database?
		Interact with Data
		File Processing Systems and the Database Approach
		Web Databases
	Database Components
		Elements of a Database
		Data Type
	Database Functions
		Data Dictionary
		File Retrieval and Maintenance
		User Privileges
		Backup and Recovery
	Relational Databases
		Nonrelational Databases
	Use a Database System
		Popular Database Management Systems
		Front-End and Back-End Databases
	Organize Data
		Primary Keys
		Indexes
	How To: Set Up a Database
		Create a Table
		Create Other Database Objects
	Secure IT: Database Integrity
		Validating Data
		Secure a Database
		Maintain a Database
		Back Up and Recover a Database
		Protect Data
	Ethics and Issues: Using Data Responsibly
		Big Data
		Sources of Big Data
		Business Intelligence
	Student Assignments
Module 11: Program Development: Creating Systems and Applications
	What Does a Developer Do?
		Reasons for Development
		Managing Development Changes
		User Experience
	Phases and Methods of Development
		Planning Phase
		Analysis Phase
		Design Phase
		Implementation Phase
		Support and Security Phase
		Development Methodologies
	System Development Tools and Strategies
		Gantt and PERT Charts
		Select Project Management Software
		Data and Information Gathering Techniques
	System Development Tasks and Roles
		System Development Participants
		Project Leadership and Management
		Obtain Hardware and Software
	Development Languages and Tools
		Programming Language Generations
		Types of Programming Tools
		Object-Oriented Programming
	Secure IT: Designing Secure Systems and Applications
		Tests During Development
		Tests at the End of Development
	How To: Place Your App in an App Store
		Using an App Store
	Ethics and Issues: The Social and Ethical Obligations of a Developer
	Problem Solving and Decision Making
	Student Assignments
Module 12: Web Development: Creating and Publishing Online Content
	Plan a Website
		Create a Design Plan
	How To: Use Tools for Developing a Website
		Website Builders and Content Management Systems
	Use HTML and XML
		HTML Syntax
		Format Page Content
		Webpage File Names
		Add Links
		Add Lists
		Add Images
		Add Multimedia
	Use CSS
		Embedded and Inline Styles
		Add Colors
	Secure IT: Protect Your Website
		Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure (HTTPS)
		Other Security Techniques
	Publish a Website
		Web Analytics
		Uploading Website Files
	Ethics & Issues: Follow Accessibility Guidelines
	Student Assignments
Module 13: Technology Careers: Exploring and Preparing for Opportunities
	Careers in the Technology Industry
	Technology Job Titles and Descriptions
	Information Systems in the Enterprise
		Ensuring Information Has Value
		Typical Enterprise Information Systems
	Secure IT: Careers in Security
	Technology Certifications
		Application Software Certifications
		Data Analysis and Database Certifications
		Hardware Certifications
		Networking Certifications
		Operating System Certifications
		Programmer/Developer Certifications
		Security Certifications
	How To: Create an Office for Telecommuting
	Ethics & Issues: Using Your Available Resources to Find a Job
		Career Websites
		Start Your Job Search Online
	Student Assignments
Appendix: Technology Acronyms
Index