COMPUTER LAB SAFETY TEST - 1

The Lab, the Internet, and Equipment/Software Care

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PERIOD

TRUE/FALSE: Write True if the statement is correct and False if the statement is incorrect.
1. ____________ One in five kids will be sexually solicited online
2. ____________ Aisles should never be obstructed
3. ____________ Chat rooms are safe
4. ____________ If there is an equipment problem you should try to fix it
5. ____________ Its okay to give out personal information online since the people dont see you
6. ____________ Good posture is essential in reducing the possibility of injury at the computer station.
7. ____________ It is okay to plug and unplug equipment in the lab
8. ____________ Scanning disks or thumb drives is only necessary if you using an old computer
9. ____________ Only use a surge protector when there is inclimate weather
10. ____________ Blogs are safer than chatrooms
11. ____________ You should never run in the lab

MULTIPLE CHOICE: Circle the best answer

12. If you see anything on the computer that makes you feel uncomfortable, you should
a. Ignore it
b. Turn off your computer
c. Turn off your computer and tell a friend
d. Tell an adult immediately
e. Click the help button
13. Its okay to meet someone in person that you met on the Internet if
a. You meet in a public place
b. They are bringing you a gift
c. Its someone from your mom or dads job
d. Its never okay
e. Take a friend with you
14. Which of the following is not proper disk or thumb drive care?
a. scanning
b. sitting on it
c. keeping dust free
d. all are proper disk or thumb drive care
e. none are proper disk or thumb drive care

15. Arranging the workstation includes

a. Adjusting monitor to eye level
b. Adjusting chair height
c. Keeping all other hardware parts within easy reach
d. None of the above
e. All of the above

SHORT ANSWER: Write your responses on the lines provided.

16. What five things should you never share with anyone on the computer?
a. ____________________________________________
b. ____________________________________________
c. ____________________________________________
d. ____________________________________________
e. ____________________________________________
17. To reduce the potential for repetitive stress injury you should use proper
a. ____________________________________________
b. ____________________________________________
c. ____________________________________________

18. 23. Identify the following computer hardware components and peripherals:

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