Computers

Belt Loop

Complete these three requirements:

Explain these parts of a personal computer: central processing unit (CPU), monitor,
keyboard, mouse, modem, and printer.

Demonstrate how to start up and shut down a personal computer properly.

Use your computer to prepare and print a document.

Academics Pin

Earn the Computers belt loop, and complete five of the following requirements:

Use a computer to prepare a report on a subject of interest to you. Share it with your
den.

Make a list of 10 devices that can be found in the home that use a computer chip to
function.

Use a computer to maintain a balance sheet of your earnings or allowance for four
weeks.

Use a spreadsheet program to organize some information.

Use an illustration, drawing, or painting program to create a picture.

Use a computer to prepare a thank-you letter to someone.

Log on to the Internet. Visit the Boy Scout of America homepage.

Discuss personal safety rules you should pay attention to while using the Internet.

Practice a new computer game for two weeks. Demonstrate an improvement in your
scores.

Correspond with a friend via e-mail. Have at least five e-mail replies from your friend.

Visit a local business or government agency that uses a mainframe computer to handle its
business. Explain how computers save the company time and money in carrying out
its work.