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Managing Files on Computer: Grade 4

4th Grading period


Creating Files
When you create a file, you’re making a new, blank document,
which could be a text document, a spreadsheet, or any other type
of file your computer is capable of creating. Here’s a more detailed
procedure:
1. Navigate to the location on your computer where you want to
create the new file. This could be on your desktop, in your
documents folder, or in any other directory.
2. Right-click in an empty space in that location. This will open
a context menu.
3. Hover over the ‘New’ option in the context menu. This will
open a submenu with a list of file types.
4. Click on the type of file you want to create. For example, if
you want to create a new Word document, you would click
‘Microsoft Word Document’.
5. A new, blank file of the chosen type will appear in the
location you selected. The file will have a default name (like
‘New Microsoft Word Document’). The name will be highlighted,
indicating that you can type in a new name for the file.
6. Type in whatever you want to name your new file, then press
‘Enter’. Your new file is now created and ready for you to add
content to.

Renaming Files
Renaming a file changes its name, but not the content of the file.
Here’s a more detailed procedure:
1. Locate the file you want to rename.
2. Right-click on the file. This will open a context menu.
3. Click on ‘Rename’ in the context menu.
4. The file’s name will become editable. Delete the old name
and type in the new name.
5. Press ‘Enter’. The file will now have the new name you typed
in.

Moving Files
Moving a file takes it from its current location and places it in a
different location. Here’s a more detailed procedure:
1. Locate the file you want to move.
2. Click on the file and, while holding the mouse button down,
drag the file to the location where you want to move it.
3. Release the mouse button. The file will now be in the new
location.

Deleting Files
Deleting a file removes it from your computer. It’s important to be
sure you want to delete a file, because it can be difficult or
impossible to recover a file once it’s been deleted. Here’s a more
detailed procedure:
1. Locate the file you want to delete.
2. Right-click on the file. This will open a context menu.
3. Click on ‘Delete’ in the context menu.
4. A dialog box will appear, asking you to confirm that you want
to move the file to the Recycle Bin (on Windows) or the Trash
(on Mac). Click ‘Yes’ or ‘OK’.
5. The file will disappear from its location and move to the
Recycle Bin or Trash. If you want to permanently delete the file,
you can empty the Recycle Bin or Trash, but be careful: this
cannot be undone!
Remember, it’s always important to think before you delete a file.
Once a file is deleted, it can be very difficult or even impossible to
recover. So always double-check before you delete anything! 😊
Let’s go on a journey through the brief history of the internet!

The Beginning
The internet, a network that connects millions of computers
worldwide, is one of the greatest inventions of the 1900s1. The idea
of the internet started in the 1960s when the U.S. government,
businesses, and colleges wanted to create a system that would
allow computers across the United States to share information1.
They created an early form of the internet called ARPANET in
19691.
The Invention of Email
In 1971, electronic mail, or email, was invented. This allowed
people to send messages from one computer to another1. This was
a big step in the history of the internet!

Connecting Networks
By the mid-1970s, many groups of computers were connected in
networks1. Machines called routers were invented to connect these
networks1. This is how the original ARPANET eventually grew into
the internet we know today1.

The World Wide Web


In 1989, hypertext was invented1. Hypertext is a link between
different parts of an electronic document or between different
documents1. Hypertext became the basis of the World Wide Web,
or “the Web,” which was created in the early 1990s1. The Web is
what we often think of when we think of the internet. It’s where we
go to visit websites and search for information.

Today’s Internet
Today, the internet is not just limited to personal computers. We
can access the internet on tablet computers, cell phones, and even
televisions1. As more and more people use the internet, the amount
of information available continues to grow1.
Remember, the internet has changed a lot since it was first
invented, and it will continue to change in the future. But no matter
how it changes, the internet will always be a place where we can
share information and connect with each other1. Isn’t that amazing?
😊
Imagine you’re in a city full of houses, and each house has a
unique address. Now, think of the internet as this city, and the
houses are the servers where websites live. Each server has a
unique address known as an IP address.
Let’s say you want to visit a friend’s house (a website). You don’t
know the way, so you ask a postman (your web browser like
Google Chrome or Safari) for directions. The postman doesn’t know
all the addresses by heart, so he checks with the city’s information
center (Domain Name System or DNS) to find out your friend’s
address.
Once the postman knows the address, he can guide you to your
friend’s house. On the internet, this is like your web browser taking
you to the website you want to visit.
Now, let’s say you want to send a letter (data) to your friend. You
write the letter, put it in an envelope, and give it to the postman.
The postman delivers the letter to your friend’s house. On the
internet, data is broken down into small pieces called packets,
which are sent from your computer to the server.
When your friend receives the letter, they can write a reply and give
it to the postman to deliver back to you. Similarly, the server sends
data back to your computer.
That’s a simplified explanation of how the internet works! It’s a big
network of servers, and data is sent back and forth in small
packets. Just like how a city is connected by roads, the internet
connects all these servers using what we call ‘network protocols’.
Isn’t that fascinating? 😊

The two main types of computer networks are:


1. Local Area Network (LAN)1234: A LAN is a network that
connects computers and other devices in a relatively small area,
typically a single building or a group of buildings. Most LANs
connect workstations and personal computers and enable users
to access data and devices anywhere on the network1234.
2. Wide Area Network (WAN)123: A WAN spans a large
geographic area, often a country or continent. It contains a
collection of machines intended for running user (i.e.,
application) programs. These machines are connected by a
communication network, which has its own machine, called
routers, dedicated to running the network software123.
Each type of network is used for specific purposes and has its own
characteristics. LANs are typically used for things like connecting
computers in an office or home environment, while WANs are used
to connect computers across broader areas, like cities, states, or
countries123. Isn’t that interesting? 😊
The advantages of the internet.
1. Learning and Fun: The internet is like a big library that’s
open all the time. You can find information about anything
you’re curious about, like dinosaurs, space, or different
countries. You can also watch fun videos, play games, and
listen to music.
2. Talking to Friends and Family: With the internet, you can
chat with your friends and family, even if they live far away. You
can send those messages, pictures, or even talk to them face-
to-face with video calls!
3. Doing Things Faster: The internet helps us do things faster.
For example, instead of going to the store, you can buy toys or
books online. Or instead of going to the bank, your parents can
pay bills online.
4. Finding New Friends: On the internet, you can meet other
kids who like the same things as you. For example, if you like
drawing, you can join an online art club!
5. Learning New Things: The internet is full of lessons and
activities that can help you learn new things. You can learn a
new language, how to play a musical instrument, or even how to
cook some simple recipes!
Remember, while the internet is amazing, it’s important to always
use it safely. Always ask your parents or teachers if you’re not sure
about something on the internet. 😊

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