an object that uses computer technology to work; it stores or processes information

the process of getting a new device ready to use

a personal login that lets you access apps, settings and saved information on a device or online service

Setting up a new device

Digital literacy

Strong passwords and secure access

Updates for privacy and security

Using devices in a healthy way

Backups and keeping data safe

Recycling and e-waste

Pupils explore the life cycle of a digital device, from setup to disposal. They learn how to keep devices and data secure through passwords, updates and backups. Pupils also consider loss or replacement and explore the environmental and ethical impact of recycling and digital waste.

From unbox to recycle: the journey of a digital device

a mix of upper and lower-case letters, numbers and symbols to create an unpredictable sequence of characters

a security system that requires two or more distinct forms of identification, for example, a password and a fingerprint

an application that stores multiple passwords under a single strong password

a program designed to help a user perform a specific task on a digital device

a set of changes, improvements or fixes released for a computer program, application or operating system

controls that let you manage the visibility of your personal data and activities in applications, devices or online

the state of being comfortable, healthy or happy

the amount of time we spend using digital devices

an extra copy of data stored in a different place

to retrieve and restore data that was lost, or access to a system

a network of remote servers that can be accessed using the internet

discarded electrical or electronic equipment like phones, laptops and batteries

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