DLCS18.5.9

Digital Literacy and Computer Science (2018) Grade(s): 5

DLCS18.5.9

Explain the proper use and operation of security technologies.

Unpacked Content

Knowledge

Students know:
  • software is installed to protect against malicious items.
  • users can protect their information by not sharing passwords or login information.

Skills

Students are able to:
  • explain to others how and why you should use strong passwords.
  • explain the causes and effects of someone having and using your password.
  • explain what SPAM, pop up blockers, and virus protection software can do.

Understanding

Students understand that:
  • proper use and operation of security technologies is important to keep a device working correctly and to protect your personal information.

Vocabulary

  • security technologies
  • password
  • login information
  • virus protection
  • malicious
  • spam filters
  • pop-up blocker

COS Examples

Examples: Passwords, virus protection software, spam filters, pop-up blockers, cookies.

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