Device Ownership
Practices that support device longevity, including physical care, protective software, and using technical support.
Guiding Questions
- Do I know how to care for my tech devices and keep them secure?
- Can I do some basic troubleshooting for technical problems?
- Do I know how to find technical support when I’m not able to fix a problem?
Device ownership requires users to have working knowledge of a variety of devices and common applications, along with an understanding of the built-in tools within operating systems and applications, routine maintenance practices, and external sources of support that can be accessed to keep applications running smoothly and promote device longevity.
| Tool Type | Examples |
|---|---|
| App Updates | App Store (Apple), Google Play Store |
| Device Settings | Windows Settings, System Settings (Mac), Settings (Android and iOS) |
| Devices | Desktop computer, Laptop computer, Smartphone, Tablet, eReader, Smartwatch |
| Peripheral Devices | Mouse, Keyboard, Printer, Monitor, Webcam, Scanner, Speakers, Headphones, Microphone, External drive, USB Flash drive, CD-ROM |
| Web Browsers | Chrome, Edge, Mozilla Firefox, Safari |