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Class Flow: Laser Printers

For Teachers 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login Required] In this flipchart, students will learn about laser printers. Students will demonstrate knowledge of the hardware components associated with information systems.
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Steve Wozniak, a True Hacker Made Millionaire

For Students 9th - 10th
A short biography of Steve Wozniak, designer and programmer of Apple's initial computers. Includes a photograph.
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Curated OER

What Is Networking Hardware?

For Students 9th - 10th
Clickable network map shows information on the types and uses of networking hardware. Very basic introduction.
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Red Herring: The Business of Technology

For Students 9th - 10th
Monthly magazine covering the business of technology. Includes tracking of financial markets, articles, research and newsletters.
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Fas: Strategic Assessment: The Internet

For Students 9th - 10th
A strategic assessment of the role that the Internet is playing in the political process of America. The article looks at trends and makes predictions. Although geared toward the Department of Defense, the article is very comprehensible...
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Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: Label It!

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
During this lesson plan, students will work to create word cards or "labels" to identify parts of the computer. Students will use basic letter sounds to help spell the correct words. Students will demonstrate their new knowledge by...
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Cross Platform Network Basics

For Students 9th - 10th
A tutorial with information on networking Windows and Mac Operating system computers. Includes hardware, and protocols.
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Columbia University

Columbia University: The Ibm 1401

For Students 9th - 10th
The IBM 1401 Data Processing System was IBM's first affordable general-purpose computer. It was introduced in 1959 and was IBM's first computer to sell over 10,000 units. This site describes the history of the 1401, the technology that...
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Tech Target

What Is: Find a Tech Definition: Encyclopedia

For Students 9th - 10th
Students can explore a wealth of encyclopedic definitions and topics regarding the internet and computers with this resource.
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Katinka Matson: Artist's Statement

For Students 9th - 10th
A site that shows images of flowers and other natural objects imported to the computer using a flatbed scanner and then printed as artwork. Read the artist's statement, then click on "Prints" at the top to see her work.
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Other

Globe Technology

For Students 9th - 10th
Globe Technology covers the latest news, issues, and events in computer technology on a daily basis.
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Apple

Apple: I Pod

For Students 9th - 10th
At Apple Computer's iPod site, find out about the latest iPod models, pricing, accessories and news. This site also contains links to iPod Tech Support as well as to iTunes and the iTunes Podcast Directory.
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Cd R

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the Encyclopedia Wikipedia provides a definition of what a "CD-R," is. Includes an image, external links, and hyperlinked terms. A good site for familiarizing yourself with this storage device.
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Cspu: The Von Neumann Architecture of Computer Systems

For Students 9th - 10th
Excellent description of von Neumann architecture, it's implications, it's limitations, and attempts to use different architecture.
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Tech Target

Tech Target: What Is?

For Students 9th - 10th
An extensive online dictionary for thousands of the most current IT-related words. Browse alphabetically or by catagories like "Software," "Internet," "Computing fundamentals," "Networking" and more.
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Tech Soup: Do It Yourself Desktop Troubleshooting

For Students 9th - 10th
These basic steps to troubleshooting four common Windows-based computer problems are clear and easy to understand. Advanced tips are also included for the brave!
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Tech Soup: Networking 101: Concepts and Definitions

For Students 9th - 10th
Starts with a simple definition of a network and then explores the components of a network, how a network works, types of networks, communication protocol, and hardware.
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Rtd; Konrad Zuse (1910 1995)

For Students 9th - 10th
Biographical information about the engineer Konrad Zuse is provided at this site. Tells of his accomplishments and contribution to computer history.
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Karbos guide.com: A Guide to Storage Media

For Students 9th - 10th
Offers general information on computer drives and discusses the traditional floppy disc drive and floppy disc controller.
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Karbos Guide: An Illustrated Guide to Monitors

For Students 9th - 10th
The video system (of which the monitor is a part) is one of the most important components in the PC. This site is a must see if you are interested in learning about this system.
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Karbos Guide: Illustrated Guide to Scsi

For Students 9th - 10th
Easy to understand site that details the basic components of the SCSI and how it functions. Charts and pictures included with links to other modules.
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University of Illinois

University of Illinois Urbana Champaign: Experimental Music Studios

For Students 9th - 10th
The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign's electronic music facility. This site includes a pictorial tour and information on admissions.
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University of South Florida

School Networks: Glossary

For Students 9th - 10th
A comprehensive glossary on networking terms.
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Wes Tech Vision: Cross Platform Computing

For Students 9th - 10th
This article explores some of the vocabulary terms associated with "cross platform computing" and highlight several of the software and hardware solutions which permit files and software applications to be shared between computers with...

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