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Understanding computer safety / Paul Mason.
| Author/creator | Mason, Paul, 1967- author. |
| Format | Book |
| Publication | Chicago, Illinois : Heinemann Raintree, [2015] |
| Copyright Date | ©2015 |
| Description | 48 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm. |
| Subjects |
| Series | Understanding computing |
| Contents | Introduction : What is computer safety? -- What is the difference between online and offline? -- What are digital footprints? -- What is an online identity? -- Can you tell if a web page is safe to visit? -- What is computer etiquette? -- Cyber bullying -- Conclusion : tips for online safety. |
| Abstract | This book looks at the basics of computer safety. It emphasises that once a computer is online, the user is open to dangers of various kinds, so there is a need to keep information private and use secure passwords. It defines digital footprints and online identity, and explains how to tell if a website is safe to visit. It also explains about computer etiquette and cyber bullying. The concepts are illustrated with case studies and examples of searches, and there are do's and don'ts and fact boxes to illustrate the topics covered. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Audience | 960 Lexile |
| LCCN | 2014015609 |
| ISBN | 9781484609040 (hb) |
| ISBN | 1484609042 (hb) |
| ISBN | 9781484609095 (pb) |
| ISBN | 1484609093 (pb) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joyner | TRC Nonfiction | 004.67 M3816U | ✔ Available | Place Hold |