Rules for the Computer Lab

Mr. Hodder2013-2014

CCome into the lab quietly and go directly to your computer • Do not touch any other computers, chairs,

mice, etc... on the way.

OOnly visit the approved Internet sites and only when

you are given Teacher permission to do so.

• Do not download anything unless you are told to do so or given permission

• Never give out personal information or share your password/login

• If you encounter anything that makes you uncomfortable turn off your monitor immediately, do not show your friends first, and tell a teacher

M Make sure you leave your workspace as you found it … or better! • Exit all programs correctly• Hang up headphones• Straighten up your keyboard and mouse• Push in your chair• Collect and throw away any trash or garbage on your way out• Take everything with you and don’t forget anything you

printed

P Print only if you have permission. • Only try to print once and wait for it• It may take a bit longer the more prints that

are being requested

U Use only your assigned computer • Do not move icons to the desktop• Do not change any systems settings without

permission• Do not edit any files that do no belong to you• Help others with your mouth and not their

mouse

T Treat your classmates, teachers and equipment with respect.

• Help others only if they need help and the teacher is not available

• Do no talk or type while the teacher is talking• Make sure your hands are clean• Do not hit down on the keyboard or mouse• Keep your hands off the monitors unless it is a touch screen • Keep all four feet of your chair on the floor at all times

E Eat and drink outside the lab only. • No food or drinks should be at your

workstation• Keyboards will collect crumbs between and

under the keys• The optical mouse may not work correctly or

accurately on a dirty surface

R Read the screen before asking questions. • Read it again if you do not understand the first

time• Consider if the information is useful you are

being given• Look for any error messages that may be

affecting your progress