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    Hardware refers to the physical components of a computer system, such as the monitor, keyboard, and processor. Software refers to the programs and instructions that make hardware components work. A lack of standardization in hardware could cause compatibility issues and make it difficult to upgrade components. Specialist input devices for disabled users include keyboards with large keys, touchscreens, and joysticks. Common output devices for home users are printers, speakers, and monitors. Utilities like antivirus software and disk cleanup tools help optimize system performance. A command line interface relies on typed commands rather than graphics and allows users to automate tasks through scripts.

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    Hardware refers to the physical components of a computer system, such as the monitor, keyboard, and processor. Software refers to the programs and instructions that make hardware components work. A lack of standardization in hardware could cause compatibility issues and make it difficult to upgrade components. Specialist input devices for disabled users include keyboards with large keys, touchscreens, and joysticks. Common output devices for home users are printers, speakers, and monitors. Utilities like antivirus software and disk cleanup tools help optimize system performance. A command line interface relies on typed commands rather than graphics and allows users to automate tasks through scripts.

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    Y12 AS ICT

    Unit 2

    October

    Software and Hardware components of an Information System


    A local newspaper has many computers advertised for sale within it 1. The computers have hardware and software. Describe, with examples, the difference between hardware and software. [4 marks] 2. One of the adverts claims that an advantage of buying a PC from them is that they conform to industry standards. Explain the problems that would be bought about by a lack of standardisation in hardware. [4 marks] 3. Physically disabled users can purchase specialist input devices for the computers. Identify and describe three specialist hardware input devices. [6 marks] 4. Describe and state how a home user would make use of three different output devices. [6 marks] 5. Identify two different utilities that could be found on a PC. For each utility state how it would be used. [4 marks] 6. Describe two characteristics of a command line interface. [4 marks]

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