Garden Spider

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Expectations

• A2. describe the different types of software products, and assess the software needs of users;
• A4. demonstrate an understanding of home computer networking concepts;
• B2. plan and write simple programs using fundamental programming concepts;
• B3. apply basic code maintenance techniques when writing programs.

In the second assignment (Grass Spider) you selected computer components, peripherals and an operating system for a new computer for yourself or a family member. For this assignment, imagine that you are setting up that computer in your home. There are several steps that must be done. Please investigate these steps and describe how they should be done and what alternatives exist.

1. Install application software (apps) that don't come already installed on the computer.
2. Connect the computer to a home network and to the Internet. Find out how your family connects to the internet.
3. Organize files, folders and peripherals (such as a printer) so that some are private and some are shared. Describe how you can move files or other information from one computer to another.

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