Advantages and Disadvantages of Computer Network | Uses of Computer Network Primary 6 (Basic 6) Term 2 Week 6 Information Technology

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

COMPUTER STUDIES (BST) 

SECOND TERM

WEEK 6

PRIMARY 6

THEME – BASIC COMPUTER OPERATION

PREVIOUS LESSON – Network Topology – Meaning and Types Network Topology Primary 6 (Basic 6) Term 2 Week 5 Information Technology/Computer Studies

 

TOPIC: COMPUTER NETWORK

LEARNING AREA

1. Introduction

2. Advantages and Disadvantages of Computer Network

3. Uses of Computer Network

4. Lesson Evaluation and Weekly Assessment

 

PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES 

By the end of the lesson, most of the pupils should have attained the following objectives –

1. define a computer network in simple terms.

2. explain the meaning of a computer network using examples.

3. list the uses of computer networks in daily life, e.g. schools, homes, offices, banks).

4. state the advantages of computer networks.

5. mention the disadvantages of computer networks.

6. give real-life examples of where computer networks are used.

7. discuss the importance of computer networks in saving time, cost, and effort.

8. participate actively in class discussions and activities related to computer networks.

 

ENTRY BEHAVIOR

The pupils can connect some of the the parts of computer system together.

 

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS

The teacher will teach the lesson with the aid of Charts, Pictures, Cables, Network devices.

 

METHOD OF TEACHING

Choose a suitable and appropriate methods for the lessons.

Note – Irrespective of choosing methods of teaching, always introduce an activities that will arouse pupil’s interest or lead them to the lessons. 

 

REFERENCE MATERIALS

Scheme of Work

9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum

ecomputernotes

Dataklink Computer Studies Book 6

Tanus Computer Studies

All Relevant Materials

Online Materials

 

CONTENT OF THE LESSON

LESSON 1 – INTRODUCTION

A computer network is a group of two or more computers connected together to share information, files, and resources such as printers and internet connections. For example, computers connected in a school computer lab or an office.

 

USES OF COMPUTER NETWORKS 

The uses of computer network are as follows:

1. It is used sharing information – Computers can share files, pictures, and documents easily.

2. It is used sharing internet access – Many computers can use one internet connection at the same time.

3. It is used sharing devices – Computers can share devices like printers and scanners.

4. It is used for communication – People can send emails, messages, and video calls through a network.

5. It is used for online learning – Students can learn through online classes and educational websites.

6. It used for team work – Many users can work on the same project together.

7. It is used for saving data – Information can be stored in one central computer for easy access.

8. It is used for entertainment – Networks allow online games, music, and videos.

9. It is used for school administration – Schools use networks to store student records and results.

10. It is used for access to information – Information can be found quickly from other computers or the internet.

ASSIGNMENT – Find out the advantages and disadvantages of computer network.

 

LEARNING 2 – ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES OF COMPUTER NETWORK 

ADVANTAGES OF COMPUTER NETWORKS 

The are advantages of computer network are as follows:

1. Sharing Information – Computers can share files and information easily.

2. Sharing Devices – Devices like printers and scanners can be shared.

3. Easy Communication – People can send messages and emails quickly.

4. Internet Sharing – Many computers can use one internet connection.

5. Team Work – Students can work together on school projects.

6. Saving Time – Information can be sent very fast.

7. Online Learning – Students can learn from educational websites.

8. Cost-effective – Reduces the need to buy multiple printers, internet connections, or storage devices.

9. Easy software updates – Updates can be installed on the server for all users.

10. Collaboration – Multiple people can work on the same project simultaneously.

 

DISADVANTAGES OF COMPUTER NETWORKS 

The disadvantages of computer network are as follows:

1. Virus Attack – Viruses can spread easily between computers.

2. Security Problems – Hackers may steal information.

3. Cost – Setting up a network can be expensive.

4. Network Failure – If the network fails, work may stop.

5. Distraction – Students may play games instead of studying.

6. Need for Skilled People – Experts are needed to manage the network.

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LESSON 3 – REVISION AND WEEKLY ASSESSMENT (TEST) 

Revision – A computer network connects computers to share resources and communicate. It is used for file sharing, communication, and internet access. Advantages – fast communication, cost savings, collaboration. Disadvantages – security risks, cost, network failures.

 

PRESENTATION

To deliver the lesson, the teacher adopts the following steps:

1. To introduce the lesson, the teacher revises the previous lesson based on what has been taught or learned by the pupils.

2. Teacher organizes the pupils in groups depending on the size of the class.

3. Teacher displays charts showing different types of computer network for the groups to identify and explain each type of computer network.

Pupil’s Activities – The pupils identify and explain each type of computer network.

4. Teacher uses the chart and the pupils relevant response to introduce the lesson and leads the pupils to practical discussion on the advantages and disadvantages of computer network.

Pupil’s Activities – The pupils pay attention to the lesson introduction, participate actively in class discussions on the advantages and disadvantages of computer network.

5. Teacher uses chart showing where computer network are used to guides the pupils to identify and explains the uses of computer network in everyday life.

Pupil’s Activities – The pupils identify, understand and appreciate the uses of computer network in everyday life.

6. Teacher summarizes the lesson on the board with appropriate evaluation.

Pupil’s Activities – The pupils participate actively in the summary of the lesson by responding correctly to most of the questions write as instructed.

 

CONCLUSION

To conclude the lesson for the week, the teacher revises the entire lesson and links it to the following week’s lesson.

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LESSON EVALUATION

Teacher asks pupils to: 

1. define a computer network in simple terms.

2. explain the meaning of a computer network using examples.

3. List 5 uses of computer networks in daily life, e.g. schools, homes, offices, banks).

4. State 3 advantages of computer networks.

5. mention 5 disadvantages of computer networks.

6. Give 5 real-life examples of where computer networks are used.

7. Discuss 4 importance of computer networks in saving time, cost, and effort.

8. Participate actively in class discussions and activities related to computer networks.

 

WEEKLY ASSESSMENT

INSTRUCTION – Choose the correct answer from the options A – D.

1. A computer network is a group of computers connected together to ______. 

A. Play games only

B. Share information and resources

C. Watch movies

D. Type letters

 

2. Computer networks allow computers to ______. 

A. Cook food

B. Communicate and share files

C. Sleep

D. Grow bigger

 

3. Which of the following is an example of a computer network?

A. A single desktop computer

B. Computers connected in a school lab

C. A TV

D. A printer not connected to any computer

 

4. One main purpose of a computer network is to ______. 

A. Increase electricity usage

B. Share resources like printers and internet

C. Make computers heavy

D. Reduce the speed of computers

 

5. Computer networks are used in schools for ______. 

A. Cooking food

B. Teaching and learning

C. Washing classrooms

D. Playing football

 

6. Which of the following is a use of computer networks at home?

A. Connecting laptops and phones to the internet

B. Building roads

C. Planting trees

D. Washing clothes

 

7. Banks use computer networks mainly to ______. 

A. Print money

B. Store customer information and online banking

C. Cook meals

D. Paint walls

 

8. Hospitals use computer networks to ______. 

A. Play music

B. Keep patients’ records and share information

C. Wash floors

D. Sell food

 

9. The internet is an example of a computer network used for ______. 

A. Sharing games only

B. Accessing and sharing information worldwide

C. Cooking food

D. Typing letters offline

 

10. Offices use computer networks to ______. 

A. Communicate faster and share files

B. Sweep the office

C. Cook food

D. Play football

 

11. One advantage of a computer network is ______. 

A. It wastes electricity

B. Allows fast communication

C. Makes computers slow

D. Cannot share files

 

12. Sharing printers and internet connections in a network helps to ______. 

A. Increase costs

B. Save money

C. Stop communication

D. Make computers heavy

 

13. Computer networks allow multiple users to ______. 

A. Work together on projects

B. Sleep

C. Eat food

D. Watch movies offline

 

14. Centralized data storage in a network is an advantage because ______. 

A. Data can be accessed by everyone easily

B. Computers become slow

C. Files get lost easily

D. Printers stop working

 

15. Installing updates in a network is easier because ______. 

A. Each computer must be updated separately

B. Updates can be done on the server for all users

C. Updates are not needed

D. Updates slow down the network

 

16. One disadvantage of a computer network is ______. 

A. Very fast communication

B. Security risks from viruses or hackers

C. Sharing printers

D. Saving money

 

17. The initial setup of a network can be ______. 

A. Very cheap

B. Expensive

C. Not needed

D. Free of charge always

 

18. If the central device like a server fails, the network may ______. 

A. Work faster

B. Stop functioning

C. Save energy

D. Become cheaper

 

19. A computer network requires maintenance because ______. 

A. It never breaks down

B. Skilled personnel are needed to fix problems

C. Computers do not need power

D. Files never get updated

 

20. Dependence on a network can be a disadvantage because ______. 

A. Users cannot work if the network is down

B. It makes work faster

C. It saves money

D. It allows collaboration

 

ANSWER KEY FOR TEACHERS

1. B 2. B 3. B 4. B 5. B

6. A 7. B 8. B 9. B 10. A

11. B 12. B 13. A 14. A 15. B

16. B 17. B 18. B 19. B 20. A