How should I create a name for a digital computer file?

Objectives

Evaluate where and how to save data and organize files using:

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Vocabulary

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Writing Prompt: Respond by writing in complete sentences. "How do you keep your school papers and
work organized? ANS ________________________________________________________________

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Writing Prompt: Respond by writing in complete sentences. "How does organizing your schoolwork help
you to be successful?" ANS ___________________________________________________________

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Write the definition of "file" on the appropriate line of Page 1.

Write additional information about a computer file that is important to you. ________________________

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Create a list of different types of programs you use to create work (complete assignments) for school.

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3) _______________________________________________ (You can list more if you know them.)

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Which program do you use most to do your schoolwork? Respond in a complete sentence and please
explain your response in complete sentences.

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Fun thought: Which came first: the chicken or the egg? Explain ____________________________
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Applications or software programs create particular kinds of data: text, numerical, graphical, pictures/
photos, audio, animation, video. Applications or software programs create different types of files to
contain data: documents, spreadsheets, presentations, audio, video, etc.

How does a computer file receive a name? Please respond in a complete sentence. ______________

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Describe the parts of a correctly created computer file name and provide an example. ______________
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Complete the following table. Add to the table after you receive more information.

File Format or Type File Extension

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 File Format or Type File Extension

Are you always able to see all parts of a file name on your computer screen? Explain your response
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What application within the Windows Operating System is used to view files? Please respond using a
complete sentence? __________________________________________________________________
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What application within the Chrome Operating System is used to view files? Please respond using a
complete sentence? __________________________________________________________________
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Within the Windows Operating System, how are you able to see the extension or type for a single
computer file? Explain your response using complete sentences. _______________________________
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 Strategies for Naming Files

State information that may be used to name files as part of an effective file management strategy.
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How and Where to Save

One file management strategy is to save files in containers (folders) that are available through the
operating system of the computer. For the Windows Operating System default containers (folders)
include....

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A file sub-system of an operating system historically assigns a label or an address to be associated with
a local storage device. In the Windows OS, internal, permanent storage device is addressed as "C."

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In text mode, referencing the device by its drive looks like the screen capture below:

Many types of portable storage devices have been used during the improvements to the Windows
Operating System: now Version 11.

A removal or portable storage device, such as a USB drive (flash or thumb) drive, automatically will be
assigned a letter such as "D:", "E:", or "F:" by the file management sub-system. A USB that connects to
the computer that a person can touch is considered "local storage" or a "local device."

Write your thoughts or questions about saving data in files.

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Folders

Using a complete sentence, write a description of a digital computer folder. _______________________

Describe, using complete sentences, how you have used physical, paper folders to stay organized in
your classes. _______________________________________________________________________
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Describe a binder, perhaps 2-ring or 3 ring, that you used to hold multiple folders or groups of
information. Describe an alternative if you never used a binder. ________________________________
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Naming and Structuring Folders

Describe three "big ideas" related to folders.

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Folder Naming Tips

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Some writers suggest 3 to 7 sub-folders at each level is a manageable strategy. The maximum number
of recommended sub-folders on the same level is ten (10).

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 Additional Tips

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