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3D Printers are one of the most exciting developments in printing technology.
They are becoming affordable for professional and domestic users. They are
capable of producing three-dimensional objects using a quality resin (plastic).
They are used in producing prototypes of various inventions. They have
limitless possibilities, but they are expensive, have high resin costs, and are still
a developing technology.

6. Software: Programs used to carry out computer functions, such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and
various photo programs. These are known as application software. Operating software consists of programs that
operate your computer. Generally, all software is sold by various vendors, who permit you to use the program
for a license fee. Some sell you a license for a fixed amount; others rent their licenses monthly (subscription).
Unless the software is “shareware, freeware, or open source”, the software is proprietary and not free to place
on your computer or give a copy to a friend. It is normally priced by a per-unit amount for each computer on
which it is installed. To install a proprietary program on your computer (such as WORD, Office, Excel, Adobe
Products, and thousands of others, etc.) without purchasing a license is STEALING and can lead to serious legal
risks. Using pirated software carries high penalties under copyright law for users caught in the act. In the United
States, copyright infringement can lead to up to five years in jail and a $250,000 fine.

The owner of the software's copyright can also sue for damages, which can run as high as $150,000 per copy.
But besides the financial penalty you may pay for illegal use of software, you will pay a moral and spiritual
consequence because God’s Word FORBIDS it. Check these verses out…

I Cor. 6:10 …nor thieves nor the greedy nor drunkards nor slanderers nor swindlers will inherit the kingdom of
God.

Ephesians 4:28 Anyone who has been stealing must steal no longer, but must work, doing something useful with
their own hands, that they may have something to share with those in need.

Leviticus 19:11 “ ‘Do not steal. “ ‘Do not lie. “ ‘Do not deceive one another.

Prov. 10:2 Ill-gotten treasures have no lasting value, but righteousness delivers from death.

Romans 13:7 Give to everyone what you owe them: If you owe taxes, pay taxes; if revenue, then revenue; if
respect, then respect; if honor, then honor.

So if you did not pay for it, do not put a copy of the software on your computer unless the author of the
software expressly states you can do that without charge.

7. Peripherals
USB drive: Many components are connected to the computer by the USB drive. These include the mouse,
keyboard, digital camera, printer, flash drive, MP3 player, and external hard drives.

Computer terms.

Address Bar The name used to describe the text box used to enter a website address in a browser.
Boot To power up or turn on your computer
Browser A software program that allows you to explore the Internet. Some browsers are Internet
Explorer, Netscape Navigator, and Mozilla Firefox.

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