Story 3. Computer.
Connie was very excited.
Today was her birthday, and she had just received her very own computer.
With a computer come certain responsibilities, said her father.
You have to use it responsibly, or it will be put away.
I will, promised Connie.
That means no chat rooms other than the one your school uses, said Dad.
No talking to strangers, and no giving out your name, address, or email.
I won't, promised Connie.
And if something doesn't seem right, I'll tell you or Mom.
Okay, said Dad.
Then go ahead and turn it on.
Connie pushed the start button.
But nothing happened.
She tried again.
But still nothing.
Oh, no, she cried.
It's broken, and I haven't even used it once.
I'll take it back tomorrow and get another one, said Dad.
Suddenly, Mom started laughing.
She held up the cord.
It will work much better if you plug it in.
