Year 3 - Computing
Digital devices
Computer networks
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Unit Summary
In this unit pupils will explore digital devices, with an initial focus on inputs, processes, and outputs. Pupils will be introduced to computer networks, including devices that make up a network infrastructure and the benefits of connecting devices in a network.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to describe how digital devices work.
Key Notes
- A digital device uses computer technology to work.
- Digital devices accept inputs and produce outputs.
Vocabulary To Learn
- digital device: an object that uses computer technology to work; it stores and processes information
- input: data that is sent to a program to be processed
- process: a program, or part of a program, which is running on a computer
- output: the result of data processed by a computer
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Digital devices always need the internet to work.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Describe the system or process from this lesson in clear steps.
A digital device uses computer technology to work. Digital devices accept inputs and produce outputs.
2. Define this computing term and give one practical example. 'digital device'
an object that uses computer technology to work; it stores and processes information. Add one real device or system example to prove understanding.
3. Correct this common computing misconception.
Mistake: Digital devices always need the internet to work. Correction: Some digital devices work without the internet, such as watches and calculators.
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