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Article
National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)

Nist: Virus Information

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides information about computer security and viruses.
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Website
PBS

Pbs: A Science Odyssey

For Students 9th - 10th
Website for the PBS series "A Science Odyssey." Numerous opportunities to explore the people and discoveries of science.
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eBook
Other

Albion: The Core Rules of Netiquette

For Students 9th - 10th
Excerpts from the book "Netiquette" which gives etiquette rules for using the Internet. Ten rules with explanations are presented.
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Handout
Science Museum, London

Science Museum: Online Stuff: Babbage

For Students 9th - 10th
Charles Babbage is regarded as the first computer pioneer and originated the concept of a programmable computer. This biography details his accomplishments as a mathematician, philosopher, inventor and mechanical engineer
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Interactive
Computer History Museum

Computer History Museum: The Babbage Engine

For Students 9th - 10th
Charles Babbage (1791-1871) was a computer pioneer who designed the first automatic computing engine. Trace the history of the many computers he designed and how they worked. View a video [1:39] of Difference Engine No.2, in operation.
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Website
Other

Hewlett Packard: Current Board of Directors for Hp

For Students 9th - 10th
HP provides brief career profiles for each member of their current board of directors.
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Website
Other

Process Library

For Students 9th - 10th
An in-depth informational site to learn the internal processes running on a Windows computer. The source will help you understand and correct the invisible problems of computers such as viruses, hackers compromising the system, and slow...
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Website
Princeton Review

The Princeton Review: Animator Career

For Students 9th - 10th
A comprehensive review of animator careers, including requirements needed for the job, future outlook for employment, and general facts and figures about the profession.
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Website
Microsoft

Microsoft.com

For Students 9th - 10th
The official Microsoft Web site. Find information about the company, press releases, product lines, events, training opportunities, and more. Download software updates and purchase software. A wealth of information and tools for users of...
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Website
PC Technology Guide

Pc Tech Guide: Dvd

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource presents detailed information and illustrations on the DVD technology.
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Website
PC Technology Guide

Pc Tech Guide: Inkjet Printers

For Students 9th - 10th
An informative document on inkjet printers. Includes operation, thermal technology, piezo-electric technology, color management, and illustrations.
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Handout
Federal Trade Commission

On Guard Online: Protect Kids Online

For Students 9th - 10th
Become cyber smart! Learn some practical tips that will help guard you against Internet fraud and protect your personal information. Topics include kids' privacy laws, computer security, informational videos, and internet quizzes.
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Article
DOGO Media

Dogo News: Computers of Future May Be Able to Detect Boredom

For Students 5th - 8th
Read about the development of a computer that may be able to detect when users are becoming bored. Includes video.
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Handout
University of St. Andrews (UK)

University of St. Andrews: John Von Neumann

For Students 9th - 10th
The University of St. Andrews provides a biography on John von Neumann. Learn about his contributions to game theory and computer science.
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Website
Computer Hope

Computer Hope: Free Computer Help for Everyone

For Students 9th - 10th
ComputerHope.com offers an archive of free computer-related information, including tutorials, troubleshooting tips, hints and more. Select "Hardware Listing" and "Software Listing" to choose from the extensive directory, or perform a...
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Website
Other

Ibm Home Page

For Students 9th - 10th
Visit the IBM homepage to learn about the IBM products, shop for specific products, get technical support, or manage your IBM account.
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eBook
Unite for Literacy

Unite for Literacy: Technology: Teach Your Computer

For Students K - 1st
This book introduces the concept of computer programming to young students. Includes audio narration in six additional languages with text in English.
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Website
Other

Association of Shareware Professionals

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource is devoted to independent software developers and vendors with a primary focus on shareware products.
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Website
Other

Computer User: High Tech Dictionary

For Students 9th - 10th
An up-to-date dictionary of more than 7000 computer terms. You can search for random terms or for terms within specific areas.
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Website
Nobel Media AB

The Nobel Prize: The Transistor

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the Nobel Foundation provides detailed information on how the transistor works. The site provides illustrations and animations to help clarify the concepts presented.
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Handout
Love To Know Media

Your Dictionary: Computing

For Students 9th - 10th
Find a comprehensive list of computing dictionaries in just about any language imaginable.
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Handout
Other

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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Article
ibiblio

Ibiblio: The Ethics of Web Site Engineering

For Students 9th - 10th
An article from Chris MacDonald on computer ethics of Web site engineering. Includes ethics, personal space, and administrave responsibility.
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Website
National Academy of Engineering

Greatest Achievements: Computers

For Students 9th - 10th
Computers are one of the top 20 engineering innovations of the 20th century. Read the history behind this great invention.