Read the text. Which statements 1-8 are T (true), F (false) or NS (not stated)?
A network is a group of computers, connected by software and hardware to help the users work together. They are typically found in businesses, schools and colleges, Internet cafés and libraries. A network connects computers by using cabling systems, special software and devices that handle the flow of data. A network allows users to share files and resources, such as printers, as well as send email to each other. So, as with any other shared resource, it is important to be responsible and think about other users. There are a number of things to keep in mind when using a computer network, such as:
• Do not share computer passwords.
• Do not overuse resources such as scanners or printers.
• Use it only to help you with your studies.
• Do not use it for anything illegal, unethical or dishonest, e.g. bullying other students or damaging equipment.
• Do not copy other people’s work — either other students’ or online information. This is called plagiarism and has serious consequences, especially concerning copyrighted material. Remember: information on the Internet may not always be copyrighted, but it is there to give you the facts and ideas for your own piece of writing — NOT to be copied and pasted into a new document.
• Do not install any software without permission.
• Be aware of computer viruses and try to protect the network from them by following security procedures.
1 Many students and business people use computer networks.
2 The computers are connected with software and hardware.
3 The cabling system of a network is very expensive.
4 Network users cannot print documents or send messages.
5 All users share the same password.
6 You shouldn’t use a school’s network computer to play online games.
7 All the information on the Internet is copyrighted.
8 Some viruses can destroy a network.
- T: сети обычно есть в businesses, schools and colleges — ими пользуются и учащиеся, и работающие люди.
- T: первое предложение прямо говорит connected by software and hardware.
- NS: о стоимости кабелей ничего не сказано.
- F: сеть позволяет пользоваться принтерами и посылать email; cannot противоречит тексту.
- F: правило do not share computer passwords требует не сообщать пароль другим, а не пользоваться одним общим паролем.
- T: школьную сеть разрешено использовать only to help you with your studies; игра к учёбе не относится.
- F: сказано may not always be copyrighted — сведения не всегда защищены авторским правом.
- NS: текст предупреждает о вирусах и защите сети, но не утверждает прямо, что вирус может уничтожить всю сеть. Не дополняем текст собственными знаниями.
