Analyzing Text Structure: Bugs, Input/Output, Drive-by Downloads.pdf

A. Write the main idea
1. Not all bugs slither and crawl; a bug can also be an error in a computer program.
2. Computers can be categorized into inputting and outputting.
3. Drive-by download attacks can infect computers through links in emails or Facebook.
4. Computer viruses can be scary, but practicing safe habits can prevent attacks.
5. Viruses can be spread for money and power.
6. Mobile data and Wifi have different characteristics and usage limits.
7. Computer usage is accelerating, with over one billion computers sold worldwide.
8. Buying a computer can be overwhelming, but researching and comparing features can help.
9. Tablets have advantages over personal computers for casual internet use.
10. Working on a computer can lead to health risks such as poor eyesight and back pain.

B. Write how the text is mainly organized
1. Chronological: passage 1 describes the effect of bugs on computers, passage 2 explains computer categories, and passage 3 warns about drive-by download attacks.
2. Cause and Effect: passage 5 explains why people spread viruses, and passage 6 describes the effects of mobile data and Wifi usage.
3. Problem and Solution: passage 4 offers solutions to prevent computer attacks, and passage 8 provides tips for buying a computer.
4. Compare and Contrast: passage 6 compares mobile data and Wifi, and passage 9 compares tablets and personal computers.

C. Put key information from the text into the appropriate graphic organizer.

Timeline:
1. Bugs can affect computers in two ways: processing the error or freezing and crashing.
2. Computers can be categorized into inputting and outputting.
3. Drive-by download attacks can infect computers through links in emails or Facebook.
4. Computer viruses can be scary, but practicing safe habits can prevent attacks.

Cause:
1. Bugs can cause computers to freeze and crash.
2. Drive-by download attacks can infect computers.
3. Computer viruses can be spread for money and power.

Effect:
1. Computers can process errors and continue running.
2. Computers can freeze and crash.
3. Computer viruses can steal sensitive information and sell it to identity thieves.

Problem:
1. Bugs can affect computers in two ways.
2. Drive-by download attacks can infect computers.
3. Computer viruses can be scary.

Alike:
1. Mobile data and Wifi allow internet access.
2. Tablets and personal computers have keyboards.

Different:
1. Mobile data is provided by mobile phone companies, while Wifi comes through cable or phone lines.
2. Tablets are smaller and more portable than personal computers.

Step-by-step:
1. Research and compare features when buying a computer.
2. Compare prices from at least three websites.
3. Check the reputation of the website before placing an order.

Solution:
1. Practice safe habits to prevent computer attacks.
2. Install virus protection and keep software up to date.
3. Be smart about how you browse the internet.