Chap 1 & 2 & 3

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1 There are a number of different types of computer.
Write down the type of computer that best fits the following descriptions.
(a) A computer that is difficult to move and has a separate monitor and keyboard.
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(b) A portable computer that includes a physical keyboard.
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(c) A thin portable computer that has a touch screen and a battery in a single unit, not normally
used to make phone calls.
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(d) A mobile phone that can be used as a computer.
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2 Tick whether the following are features of operating systems containing a command line interface
(CLI) or a graphical user interface (GUI).
CLI GUI
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(✓) (✓)
Instructions have to be typed.
Applications are represented by icons.
Options are chosen from a menu.
Many instructions have to be memorised.

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3 Tick whether the following statements about output devices are true or false.
true false
(✓) (✓)
A multimedia projector is used to output slide shows.
A laser printer is a type of page printer.
An inkjet printer cartridge lasts longer than a laser printer toner cartridge
producing the same output.
A dot matrix printer produces very high quality printouts quickly.
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9 In certain countries, the RFID chip in a passport is scanned when the passport is presented at an
automated passport control gate.
a. Give three items of information about the passport holder that are stored on the RFID chip.
Name
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Name
Passport number
Date of birth
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Place of birth
Nationality
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Gender
Issue date
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Expiry date
Facial characteristics/photograph/fingerprint/retina scan
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BiometricDate of birth , Country
measurements (face)of origin
Signature
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Gender
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Place of issue
b. Describe how RFID technology reads the details from the chip.
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The chip is presented near a computer with a radio-frequency scanner
The scanning antenna puts out radio-frequency signals in a relatively short range.
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It provides a means of communicating with the transponder/the RFID tag
The scanning device provides energy…
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…so that the chips can broadcast the information in them…
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…for the computer to read.
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c. Explain why RFID technology is used for reading data from passports.
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More secure than a traditional passport as biometric measurement data difficult
to forge
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Counterfeits can be more easily identified than non-RFID passports
More rapid flow at security check points/quicker than reading it manually
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14 Describe the following file formats and explain the differences between them.
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.txt is a text (file) used by a variety of text editors (1 mark)

.rtf is rich text (format) for a rich text file that is readable by most word processing
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software
(1 mark)
Any three from:
RTF has many more features than TXT.
RTF is capable of basic font formatting while TXT isn’t.
RTF is capable of paragraph formatting while TXT isn’t.
RTF is capable of creating bulleted lists while TXT isn’t.
RTF files can include images while TXT cannot.
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18 “Chip and PIN is the new, more secure way to pay with credit or debit cards ”.
Discuss the accuracy of this statement with regard to developments, since and including the use
of magnetic stripe cards at EFTPOS terminals and ATMs.
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1.Data more..........................................................................................................................................................
difficult to copy
2.Larger amount of information can be stored
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3.Disabled people find it easier than signing
4.Reduces disputes at checkouts over validity of signature/Saves time at checkouts
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5.Not affected by magnetic fields
6.Even when ..........................................................................................................................................................
the card is stolen, the thief still needs the PIN, so it is much safer
7.Magnetic stripe reader had to be in a fixed location.
8.(magnetic..........................................................................................................................................................
stripe)If the transaction did not take place near a terminal (in a restaurant, for example) the
card had to
be taken away..........................................................................................................................................................
from the customer to the card machine.
9.It was easily possible for a dishonest employee to swipe the card surreptitiously through a cheap
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machine...
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...which would take a couple of seconds to record the information on the card and stripe.
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10.Even at the terminal, the criminal could bend down in front of the customer and swipe the card on
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a hidden reader.
11.Illegal cloning of cards easy, and a common occurrence.
12.Wireless..........................................................................................................................................................
PIN pads were introduced that could be brought to the customer and used without the
card ever being out of sight
However, this..........................................................................................................................................................
would have been possible, had the technology been available, with magnetic stripe
cards
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13.Chip and PIN and wireless together reduce the risk of cloning of cards by brief swiping.
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1 Complete the following sentences, using items from the list below.
a bar code reader a chip reader a laser printer a magnetic ink character reader
a microphone a PIN pad a retina scanner a touch pad
(a) A device that reads black and white lines on a product is called
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(b) A device that inputs the sound made by a human voice is called
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(c) A device which is used to read the data from the bottom of bank cheques is called
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(d) An input device used to input the biometric details of the eye is called
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2 Tick whether the following are examples of internal memory or backing storage.
internal memory backing storage
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(✓) (✓)
Random Access Memory
Portable hard disk
Pen drive
Magnetic tape
[2]
3 Tick whether the following statements about networks are true or false.
true false
(✓) (✓)
A hub is a central computer.
A router connects a LAN to the internet.
A bridge connects a WAN to a LAN.
A switch connects computers in a network.

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10 Bank cheques are sometimes used to pay bills.
a. Name four pieces of information that the bank’s computer may read from the bank cheque.
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Bank/city/branch code/Acc Number for RBI/clearing centre/IFSC code
Cheque number/Unique coding number/UCN/transaction code
2 ................................................................................................................................................
Account number
Amount
3 ................................................................................................................................................
Account type (current/deposit)
Account holder’s name/payee/drawer
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Date written on the cheque
[4]
b. Describe what is involved in the clearing of bank cheques which the bank has collected in the
course of the day.
Using standard paper cheques
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The cheques are sent to the clearing bank/centre
The amount is read using OCR
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The city code/bank code/branch code/sort code/cheque number/account
number is read using MICR
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Sort the cheques into bank code order
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The cheque is scanned using OCR and stored
Amount is written onto the cheque using magnetic ink
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or
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Using digitally image/scanned cheques
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The cheques are sent to the bank clearing system/centre from a
smartphone/ATM machine
Details of the amount and payee are sent electronically
The sort code/account number/unique coding number/UCN is encoded as text
The cheque details and encoded MICR are read using OCR and stored
For both methods
Check signature correct/cheque correct
Date of cheque is checked
Amount is checked
Payer recognised

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12 Hot House Design require a new multimedia presentation for training sessions to be held in
Hyderabad.
a. You have been asked to design a master slide for the presentation.
The slide must include the following details:

a labelled rectangular box to represent the Hot House Design logo;
a heading: Hot House Design Training;
a subheading with the name of the venue city;
the name of the trainer – Ranjit Desai;
slide number and date of meeting.
Use the space below to design a master slide for the presentation.
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[5]
b. The trainers will need to show the presentation and produce handouts for participants.
Name three output devices they would need.
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2 ................................................................................................................................................
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18 Many devices in the home can now connect directly to the internet.
Smartphones and computers used in the home can connect to the internet.
Discuss the benefits and drawbacks of using other devices that connect to the internet in the home.
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1 Name the methods of storage A, B, C and D using the words from the list.
A B
C D
Bar code Chip DVD RAM Graphics tablet
Light pen
Team Santy Magnetic disc Magnetic tape Pen drive
A B
C D
[4]
2 Ring two items which are output devices.
Blu-ray disc Graph plotter Graphics tablet
Optical mark reader Projector Web cam
3 Tick TRUE or FALSE next to each of these statements.
TRUE FALSE
Input devices are examples of hardware
Backing storage devices are examples of software
A Graphical User Interface is a part of an operating system
A laptop computer cannot be carried around
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1 Name the output devices A, B, C and D using the words from the list. For
Examiner's
A B Use
C D
Buzzer
Monitor
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Dot matrix printer
Multimedia projector
DVD RAM
Pen drive
Laser printer
Speakers
A B
C D
[4]
2 Ring two items which are used for data storage.
DVD ROM Graph plotter Graphics tablet
Magnetic tape Projector Trackerball
[2]
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3 Tick TRUE or FALSE next to each of these statements. For

Examiner's
Use
TRUE FALSE
A command line interface is a user friendly method of
communication with a computer
A desktop computer is not easily carried around
A joystick is an example of hardware
Output devices are examples of software
[4]
4 Draw five lines on the diagram to match the input device to its most appropriate use.
Input device Use
Bar code reader Inputting voiceovers into presentation software
Microphone Selecting options from a list
Mouse Inputting a PIN at an ATM
Numeric key pad
Optical mark reader Team Santy Inputting data from a school register
Inputting code numbers from products at a POS terminal
[5]
5 Complete each sentence below using one item from the list.
Bluetooth An intranet A router
A WAN A WLAN
(a) is a network connecting several LANs.
(b) is a network with very little cabling.
(c) can allow networked computers to connect to the internet.
(d) is used to connect two mobile devices to each other.
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6 Tick three reasons why optical media may be used to store data rather than magnetic For
media. Examiner's
Use
✓
It is easier to transfer data to other computers using optical media rather than fixed
hard discs
Optical media are cheaper to buy than magnetic media
A CD stores more data than a fixed hard disk
Data is easier to encrypt on optical media
Optical media provide quicker access to individual data items than magnetic tape
CD ROMs are easier to update than magnetic media
[3]
For
8 Tick three developments which have arisen because of mobile phones. Examiner's
Use
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Sending emails
Text messaging
Sending a photograph as soon as it has been taken
Using the internet
Making a phone call wherever you are
Leaving messages when somebody is not available [3]
9 Tick TRUE or FALSE next to each statement to indicate whether it is an example of

fraudulent use of the internet.
TRUE FALSE
Blogging
Booking a cinema ticket
Pharming
Phishing
[4]

10 A hospital uses computers to monitor patients’6conditions.
a. Name three physical variables that could be monitored.
3 [3]
b. Explain why computers cannot read physical variables directly.
[2]
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c. Tick three advantages of using a computer rather than a nurse to monitor a patient’s For
condition. Examiner's
Use
✓
Nurses always make mistakes
Computers can monitor continuously without taking breaks
Computers can measure more than one variable at the same time
Computers can take readings more frequently
Nurses cannot take readings regularly
Computers can analyse the results

[3]
d. The nurses will need a printed record of the computer readings as they are taken. They
have decided to use a graph plotter. Give two reasons why they have chosen a graph
plotter.
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e. When surgeons operate on patients they sometimes need to use computers. Give two
reasons why they would use a light pen as an input device.
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17 Monica has purchased a laptop computer. Describe three additional things she would need For
in order to send an email. Examiner's
Use
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18 A bank uses a chip and pin system at its ATMs. A customer wishing to withdraw cash
inserts their card. The ATM checks to see if the card is valid and if so asks the customer to
type their PIN. Put the following steps in order using the numbers 2 to 8 for a customer
whose transaction is successful. Step 1 has already been done for you.
The customer types in the PIN 1
If they are the same the customer is asked which service is required
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The customer’s account is checked to see if it has sufficient funds
The amount is checked against the card limit
The typed PIN is compared with the PIN stored in the chip
The customer selects required service (cash)

If there are sufficient funds and the amount is within the card limit the required
notes are issued.
The customer is asked how much money they want to withdraw
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19 Building structures are often modelled using computers. Give three reasons why models
are used for this purpose rather than the real thing.
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1 Name the input devices A, B, C and D using the words from the list. For
Examiner's
Use
A B C D
Digital camera Joystick Light pen Remote control
Scanner Touch pad Trackerball Web cam
A B
C D
[4]
Buzzer
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Magnetic tape
DVD RAM
Plotter
Joystick
Touch pad
[2]
TRUE FALSE
A number pad is used to enter a PIN
Presentation software is used to write letters
Database software is used to create queries
A Graphical User Interface uses icons to represent applications
Sensors are used to store data
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11 Describe the differences between RAM and ROM.
[4]
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Examiner's
A B C D Use
CRT monitor Dot matrix printer Inkjet printer Motor
Multimedia projector Plotter Speakers Trackerball
A B
C D
[4]
2 Ring two items which are storage media.
Buzzer
Mouse
Team Santy DVD RAM
Memory stick
Keyboard
Sensor
[2]
TRUE FALSE
Measuring software is used to write letters
DTP software is used to create magazines
PDAs cannot be used unless plugged in to an electricity socket
Database software is used to create slide shows
A working knowledge of HTML is helpful when creating web pages
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A bar code reader A buzzer A dot matrix printer A graph
plotter A graphics tablet An inkjet printer
A pressure sensor OCR A trackerball A
webcam
(a) is used to input a hand drawn image to the computer.
(b) is used to input data to a microprocessor controlled weighing scale.
(c) is an input device used by people with limited motor skills.
(d) is an output device used to produce large hard copies of car designs.
(e) is an output device used in microwave ovens.
[5]
7 The Regionalisa Bank sends messages to its customers. Sometimes the messages are
sent by fax and sometimes by email. Tick whether the following statements are TRUE or
FALSE.
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A faxed message is more private
An emailed message arrives with the customer more quickly

TRUE FALSE
A faxed document can be used for legal purposes
An email attachment can be edited electronically
[4]
11 There are many microprocessor-controlled devices in the modern home. Describe the For
effects of these devices on people’s lifestyles. Examiner's
Use
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12 A computer-controlled greenhouse is used by a school in a country with a cold climate.
a. Tick three sensors which would have to be used in the greenhouse.
✓
Pressure sensor
Movement sensor
Light sensor
Temperature sensor
Moisture sensor
Infra red sensor

[3]
b. Explain why computers are unable to read the data directly from these sensors.
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[2]
c. Describe how the microprocessor uses data from the sensors to control the
greenhouse.
[5]

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1 Name the devices A, B, C and D using the words from the list. For
Examiner's
A B C D Use
Digital camera Joystick Microphone Pen drive
Scanner Touch pad Trackerball Webcam
A B
C D
[4]
Team Santy
Ring two items which are input devices.
Flash memory card Graph plotter Graphics tablet
Laser printer Magnetic disc Touchpad
[2]
TRUE FALSE
Presentation software is used to create slide shows
Laptop computers do not have USB ports
DTP software can be used to produce databases
Measurement software is used to create magazines
Buzzers are input devices
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4 Complete each sentence below using one item from the list. For
Examiner's
Use
A bar code reader A dot matrix printer A graphics tablet
A laser printer A microphone A multimedia projector
A presence check A speaker A temperature sensor
A web cam
(a) is used to input data about products at a POS.
(b) is used to produce high quality hard copy.
(c) sends data to a microprocessor in a washing machine.
(d) is used to input freehand drawings to a computer.
(e) is used to output sounds from the computer.
[5]
5 A school teacher is creating a slide show to describe a typical week in her life.
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(a) Tick three items of hardware which she would use.
Database
Keyboard
Spreadsheet
Animation
Microphone
Video camera
[3]
(b) She has been advised that it could be easier to use a Blog rather than create a slide
show.
Give one advantage and one disadvantage of using a Blog.
Advantage of Blog
Disadvantage of Blog
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6 Draw four lines on the diagram to match the use to its most appropriate output device. For
Examiner's
Use
Use Output device
to produce very large high quality hard copy dot matrix printer
to display data from a computer on to a large screen plotter
to alert mobile phone users to incoming calls multimedia projector
to output multipart forms buzzer
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18 International companies may use video conferencing instead of face to face meetings. For
Examiner's
Use
a. Describe the use of three hardware devices in video conferencing.
[3]
b. Describe two advantages to the company of such a system.
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[2]

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Examiner's
A B C D Use
digital camera microphone number pad remote control
scanner touch pad trackerball web cam
A B
C D
[4]
2
Team Santy
Ring two items which are used for storing data.
buzzer DVD R joystick
magnetic tape plotter touch pad
[2]
3 Tick True or False next to each of these statements.
True False
A scanner is used to enter a PIN
Word processing software is used to write letters
Database software is used to create newspapers
A command line interface uses icons to represent applications
Sensors are used to monitor physical variables
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8 Use the most appropriate phrase from the list below to complete the sentences. For
Examiner's
Use
retouch photographs.
print out photographs.
input candidate examination answers.
input data from a magnetic stripe.
store high definition copies of movies.
open windows in a greenhouse.
input data from a chip.
input temperature in a microprocessor controlled greenhouse.
a) A blu-ray disc is used to
b) A graphics tablet is used to
c) An inkjet printer is used to
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d) A motor is used to
e) An Optical Mark Reader is used to
[5]
9 Explain why computer systems have both backing storage and RAM.
[3]

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10 Below is a diagram of a river running past a chemical factory. The same types of sensor, For
connected to a computer in the factory are placed at A and B to monitor pollution of the Examiner's
Use
river by the factory.
A Factory
(a) Name three sensors which would need to be placed at both A and B.
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3 [3]
(b) Describe how the computer would monitor the level of pollution in the river.
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Examiner's
A B Use
C D
CRT monitor Team Santy dot matrix printer laser printer motor
multimedia projector plotter speakers trackerball
A B
C D
[4]
2 Ring two items which are input devices.
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True False
Measuring software is used to monitor physical variables.
Presentation software is used to create models.
Laptops can be used even when not plugged into an electricity socket.
Control software is used to create slide shows.
A graph plotter is used to print newsletters.
9 Tick three features of presentation software which would not be found in a hard copy word
processed document.
Sound
Bullets
Animation
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Serif fonts
Graphs
Video
[3]

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For
Examiner's
Use
11 A bank uses a chip and PIN system at its ATMs. A customer withdraws cash by inserting
their bank card. Write down the steps involved in the computer processing of the
transaction.
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12 A house has a microprocessor controlled burglar alarm. For

Examiner's
Use
a. Identify three input devices which would be used in this system to feed data back to
the microprocessor.
3 [3]
b. Describe how a microprocessor would use these devices to detect the presence of an
intruder and what action it would take.
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[5]

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1 Name the items A, B, C and D using the words from the list. For
Examiner's
Use
A B
C D
digital camera flash memory card joystick magnetic disc
magnetic stripe
Team Santy scanner touch pad web cam
A B
C D
[4]
CRT monitor DVD ROM magnetic tape
number pad plotter trackerball
[2]
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3 Tick True or False next to each of these statements. For

Examiner's
Use
True False
Control software is used to create slide shows.
Palmtop computers do not have internal DVD drives.
Presentation software can be used to produce databases.
An internet browser uses an inference engine.
Motors are output devices.
[5]
A bar code reader A dot matrix printer A graphics tablet
A presence check A speaker A temperature sensor
A magnetic tape
(a)
(b)
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inputs sounds.
(c) is used to show slideshows.
(d) is a validation rule.
(e) is used to create backups from a server’s hard disc.
[5]

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5 The head teacher of a school wants to build a weather station. She wants to use a For
computer to collect the results. Examiner's
Use
List three sensors that would be needed.
3 [3]
6 Draw four lines on the diagram to match the use to its most appropriate input device.
Use Input device
to select options from a list keyboard
to type data into a database optical mark reader
to input candidate examination answers chip reader
to input data directly from a bank card mouse

[4]
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Examiner's
A B Use
C D
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CRT monitor digital camera graph plotter laser printer
multimedia projector scanner TFT monitor web cam
A B
C D
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DVD RAM laser printer magnetic disc
number pad speakers trackerball
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Examiner's
Use
True False
Presentation software is used to create slide shows.
All laptop computers have touch screens.
Spreadsheet software can be used to produce databases.
An Internet browser is used by web designers to test web pages.
Motors are input devices.
[5]
DTP software Double data entry A graphics tablet
A length check A speaker A temperature sensor
A magnetic tape
(a)
(b)
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is used to input data in a computer-controlled greenhouse.
(c) is used to create magazines.
(d) is a validation rule.
(e) is used to input freehand drawings to a computer.
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5 Hospitals often use computers to continuously monitor patients. The pulse rate of the For
patient is one measurement that would be monitored. Examiner's
Use
List three other measurements that would be monitored.
3 [3]
6 Draw four lines to match each storage medium to the most appropriate use in this list.
Storage medium Use
Fixed hard disc To transfer files from one computer to another
DVD ROM Batch processing applications
Pen drive To store operating systems
Magnetic tape Publishers distributing encyclopaedias
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Examiner's
A B Use
C D
keyboard microphone remote control scanner
sensor
A
Team Santy touch pad
B
touch screen video camera
C D
[4]
2 Ring two output devices.
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Examiner's
Use
True False
A numeric keypad is used to type a letter.
Word processing software is used to monitor physical variables.
A laser printer works best in an industrial environment.
A palmtop computer is easier to carry than a laptop computer.
Sensors are used to input data to a microprocessor.
[5]
4 Tick four devices which are used to connect networks together.
Hub
Printer
Bridge
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Router
Scanner
Passwords
Monitor
Switch
[4]
5 Microprocessors are used in different applications to control the process or to simply gather
data (measurement only).
Tick which of the following applications are examples of control or of measurement only.
Measurement
Control
only
Automatic cookers
Weather stations
Microwave ovens
Automatic washing machines
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7 Use the most appropriate phrase from the list below to complete each sentence. For
Examiner's
Use
store data in real time applications
store high definition films
store backups of file servers
store music for sale
store photographs in a digital camera
a. A CD ROM is used to
b. A blu-ray disc is used to
c. A magnetic tape is used to
d. A flash memory card is used to
[4]
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8 Describe four features of ROM.
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11 Give three advantages of using a graphical user interface (GUI) rather than a command line interface
(CLI).
[3]
17 A supermarket has a number of EFTPOS terminals. For
Examiner's
Use
Explain what is meant by EFTPOS and how such a system works.
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Examiner's
A B Use
C D
CRT Monitor
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desktop computer laptop computer mainframe computer
microphone multimedia projector personal digital assistant printer
A B
C D
[4]
2 Ring two items which are used to store data.
buzzer DVD R fixed hard disc
joystick plotter touch pad
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Examiner's
Use
True False
Database software is the best software to use to write letters.
DTP software is used to create models.
Palmtop computers are bigger than PCs.
Graph plotters are used to output car designs.
A dot matrix printer is used to print magazines.
[5]
5 Tick whether the following statements apply to RAM or apply to ROM.
RAM ROM
This memory can only be read from not written to.
This memory is not volatile.
This memory is used to store the data the user is currently working on.
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This memory is used to store the startup instructions of a computer.
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Use Input device
To input details from a bank card Joystick
To input data from a school register Chip reader
To input details of a product in a supermarket Optical mark reader To control
an object in a computer game Bar code reader
[4]
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7 Explain what is meant by OCR and give one example of its use.
[3]
11 A house has a microprocessor controlled central heating system. For

Examiner's
Use
a. Describe the use of the following input devices in such a system.
Keypad
Sensor
[2]
b.
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Describe how the microprocessor would use the data from these devices to control the
system.
[4]
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1 Name the items A, B, C and D using the words from the list.
A B
C D
Desktop computer Dot matrix printer Graph plotter Hard disc
Inkjet printer
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A B
C D
[4]
2 Identify two devices which are used in control systems to output data.
2 [2]
3 Give two advantages of a fixed magnetic hard disc compared to an optical disc to store data.
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True False
OMR is used to read data from multi choice question papers.
OCR is used to read data from word processed documents.
DTP is used to create financial models.
Regular use of computers improves your eyesight.
[4]
5 Tick two changes which have occurred in libraries due to the introduction of computers.
Fewer books can be borrowed.
Libraries can stay open longer.
Information about books is more easily available to borrowers.
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More people work at the library.
Nobody borrows books any more.
The librarian is automatically notified when books are late.
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10 The Geography teacher in a school has set up an automatic weather station connected to a
computer.
a. Name three physical variables which will be measured by sensors.
3 [3]
b. (i) Explain why the computer is unable to read the data directly from the sensors.
[2]
(ii) Name the device that is needed to enable it to do so.
[1]
c.
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Give three advantages to the Geography department of having a computerised weather system
rather than a manual weather system.
[3]
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A B
C D
Bar code reader
Graphics tablet
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Laptop computer
Desktop computer
Laser printer
Graph plotter
Mouse
A B
C D
[4]
2 Identify two input devices which are used in mobile phones when making a phone call.
2 [2]
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3 Tick whether the following statements are True or False.
True False
Viruses can be transmitted by opening e-mail attachments.
MICR is used to read data from bar codes.
Hard discs can store more data than Blu-ray discs.
Regular use of computers can cause headaches.
[4]
4 Give two methods a company could use to send instructions electronically to an employee who
works from home.
2 [2]
5 In science lessons, students use sensors connected to computers to find the boiling point of
water.
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Give three advantages of using computers and sensors rather than students taking the
temperature readings themselves.
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10 A video-conference is being set up.
Complete each sentence below using the most appropriate device from the list.
MICR OCR router
web cam scanner printer
keyboard microphone speaker
(i) Moving images are input using a
(ii) Sound is input using a
(iii) Sound is output using a
(iv) Connection to the Internet is made using a
[4]
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12 A school is going to introduce an automatic registration system controlled by computer. Students
will carry a card which will be read automatically by an input device every session so that the
school office will know that they are present.
a. Name a suitable input device to read the card.
[1]
b. Instead of using this system the school ICT teacher suggests using student fingerprints.
Describe two advantages and two disadvantages of such a system.
Advantage 1
Advantage 2
Disadvantage 1
Disadvantage 2
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A B
C D
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Bar Code Reader CD ROM Drive Digital Camera Joystick
Memory Stick Mouse Speakers Web cam
A B
C D
[4]
2 Identify two features of a Graphical User Interface.
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3 Complete the table below by identifying an appropriate type of software which would be used to
carry out each of the following tasks.
Software Task
Typing a letter
Calculating profit and loss
Viewing pages on the Internet
Creating a slide show
[4]
5 Tick three input devices that would be used at an EFTPOS terminal in a supermarket.
Chip reader
Web cam
Printer
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Buzzer
Keypad
Bar code reader
TFT screen
[3]
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a bar code reader a data logger a chip reader
MICR OMR a robot
a simulation validation verification
Data from a bank card is input using
Data from a product in a supermarket is input using
Data from a cheque is input using
Fixing wheels to a car on a production line would be done by [4]

Complete the sentences using words from the list below.
OMR CAD/CAM a disc
a tape an icon a keyboard
(i) Pupil exam answers can be read using
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(ii) In a Graphical User Interface, to select an application you click on
(iii) To enter an instruction into a Command Line Interface you would use
[3]
14 Computer controlled traffic lights are used at busy road junctions. Light sensors and sound
sensors are not used to measure traffic flow.
a. Giving a different reason for each, explain why these sensors are unsuitable.
Sound
Light
[2]
b. Explain the difference between measurement and control when using microprocessors.

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15 A company is planning to have a video-conference.
a. Describe the purpose of each of the following devices.
Microphone
Speakers
Webcam
[3]
b. Apart from saving costs and travelling time, describe the advantages to the company of having a
video-conference rather than a conference in a hotel.
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1 This diagram shows a laptop computer being used in a measuring experiment.
screen
printer
pen
drive
DVD drive
touchpad
keyboard
sensor
(a) Apart from the keyboard, name two input devices shown in the diagram above.
1.........................................................................................................................................
2......................................................................................................................................... [2]
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(b) Name two output devices shown in the diagram above.
1.........................................................................................................................................
2......................................................................................................................................... [2]
(c) Name two storage devices shown in the diagram above.
1.........................................................................................................................................
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2 Tick the most appropriate method of inputting data for the following uses.
Use MICR Trackerball Sensor

✓ ✓ ✓
Reading data from a cheque
Inputting the temperature of a greenhouse
People with limited motor skills using computers
Inputting the amount of humidity in a weather station
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3 Complete the table by identifying the most appropriate output device for each type of application.
Application Device
Produces very high quality printing where speed is not an issue
Production of continuous stationery where noise is not an issue
Produces rapid, high quality and high volume printing
Produces very large printouts such as size A0
[4]
4 Tick which of these statements apply to a Blog, a Microblog or a Wiki.
Blog Microblog Wiki

✓ ✓ ✓
Very restricted on the size of post
Allows readers to edit posts
Entries are not usually in chronological order
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Very difficult to customise
[4]
5 Complete each of the sentences using the most appropriate word from the list below.
batch sensor OCR

fan MICR direct
serial motor
(a) The type of processing used for processing bank cheques is called .................... [1]
(b) The type of access used on a magnetic hard disc is called .................... [1]
(c) An item of hardware which is used to open windows is called a .................... [1]
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7 A home is fitted with a microprocessor-controlled burglar alarm system. It is not connected to a

police station.
(a) Tick three sensors which would be used in such a system.
Pressure sensor
Oxygen level sensor
Wind speed sensor
Sound sensor
Body sensor
Moisture sensor
Infra-red sensor
Touch sensor
[3]
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(b) Describe how a microprocessor-controlled burglar alarm system operates, referring to those
sensors you identified in part (a).
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13 Ahmed has asked Anna, a systems analyst, to create a new database system for his video
rental business. He rents out films in DVD and Blu-ray formats only. Here are some of the
questions customers ask:
1. Do you have the film ‘Muppets most wanted’ in Blu-ray format?

2. Do you have any films which I can rent for less than $3?
3. Do you have any films directed by Stephen Spielberg?
(a) Complete the design table below by filling in the field names and data types. Use the most
appropriate data type to create a database which would answer the questions shown above.
Do not use spaces in field names.
Field name Data type
Film_title
Name_of_director
[6]
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(b) Describe how Ahmed would use the finished database to produce a report, without using
word processing software, to answer the second question above.
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1 This diagram shows a tower PC.
(a) Name two input devices apart from a keyboard and mouse, which could connect directly to
the tower.
1 ................................................................................................................................................
2 ................................................................................................................................................
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[2]
(b) Name two storage devices which would be available in the PC shown above.
1 ................................................................................................................................................
2 ................................................................................................................................................
[2]
(c) Name two output devices which could connect directly to the PC shown above.
1 ................................................................................................................................................
2 ................................................................................................................................................
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5 There are a number of methods of direct data entry.
Complete the sentences using words from the list below.
a. The method of inputting bank codes from the bottom of a cheque is called
............................................................[1]
b. The device used for inputting details from a label on a product is called
............................................................[1]
c. The device used for inputting data directly from a bank card is called
............................................................[1]
a bar code reader a PIN pad OMR
MICR a keyboard a graphics tablet
a mouse a chip reader
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7 A microprocessor controlled washing machine is fitted with a number of sensors.
a. Tick three sensors which would be used in such a system.
Pressure sensor
Height sensor
Wind speed sensor
Sound sensor
Temperature sensor
Moisture sensor
Cold sensor
Detergent sensor
[3]

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b. Describe the actions taken by a microprocessor during a wash cycle, based on the readings
from those sensors identified in part (a).
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8 A bank has introduced a system whereby its customers will use contactless smart cards to make
purchases. This method of payment involves customers holding their card close to a reader at
shopping outlets and restaurants.
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this method of payment compared to using chip
and PIN cards.
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1 This diagram shows a smart phone.
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(a) Name two input devices shown on the phone diagram.
1 ................................................................................................................................................
2 ................................................................................................................................................
[2]
(b) Name one storage device which would be available in the phone shown above.
.............................................................................................................................................. [1]
(c) Identify three ways the phone shown above could be used to contact a bank apart from
making a phone call to the bank.
1 ................................................................................................................................................
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2 ................................................................................................................................................
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3 ................................................................................................................................................
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2 Tick the most appropriate method of inputting data for the following uses.
Bar code
MICR OMR
Use reader
✓ ✓
✓
Inputting exam answers from a multiple choice test paper
Inputting the account number from the bottom of a cheque
Inputting the ISBN from the back cover of a book
Inputting pencil marks from a school register
[4]
3 Explain what is meant by computer hardware and computer software, giving an example of each.
Hardware ..........................................................................................................................................
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Software ...........................................................................................................................................
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4 Tick whether the following statements apply to verification, validation or neither.
Neither
verification
Verification Validation
nor
✓ ✓
validation
✓
Data is entered by two different operators
Data is checked to see if it is present
Data is checked to make sure it is correct
Data entered is checked to see if it matches data

on the source document
[4]

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5 Complete each sentence using a word from the list below.
(a) The type of processing used for updating bank

accounts at ATMs is called .................................................................................................... [1]
(b) The type of access used on a magnetic tape is called .......................................................... [1]
(c) The type of software used to create printed magazines

is called..................................................................................................................................[1]
batch sensor spreadsheet
online direct random
serial DTP
6 Describe two recent developments in ICT which have improved the quality and speed of
communication using the internet.
1 .......................................................................................................................................................
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2 .......................................................................................................................................................
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[2]
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9 An office has a microprocessor controlled central heating system.
a. Name and describe, in detail, the use of two input devices in such a system.
Name 1 .....................................................................................................................................
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Use 1 ........................................................................................................................................
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Name 2 .....................................................................................................................................
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Use 2 ........................................................................................................................................
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[4]
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b. Describe how the microprocessor would keep the temperature of the office at a constant
19°C.
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1 Data can be input to a computer using direct data entry methods.
Write down the most appropriate device to input the following:
(a) information from the chip in an electronic passport
........................................................................................................................................... [1]
(b) text from an id card
........................................................................................................................................... [1]
(c) account details from the front of a credit card at an EFTPOS terminal
........................................................................................................................................... [1]
(d) account details from the back of a credit card at an EFTPOS terminal
........................................................................................................................................... [1]
2 Tick whether the following are examples of applications software or systems software.
applications (✓) systems (✓)

Word processing
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Compilers
Interpreters
Spreadsheet
[2]
3 Tick whether the following statements about desktop and laptop computers are true or false.
true (✓) false (✓)

Most modern laptop computers have web cams built in.
Desktop computers are not very portable.
All desktop computers have a touchpad built in.
Laptop computers are rarely supplied with a mouse.
[2]
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4 Ffiona wants to communicate with her friend Myfanwy using her mobile phone.
Describe four ways she could do this.
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[4]
5 The introduction of computers into the workplace has caused some changes in employment.
(a) Identify two different types of job where employment has decreased.
1 ........................................................................................................................................
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2 ........................................................................................................................................
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[2]
(b) Identify two different types of job where employment has increased.
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1 Data can be input to a computer using different devices.
Write down the most appropriate input device which will enable you to:
(a) type an essay
........................................................................................................................................... [1]
(b) select options from a drop down menu whilst moving the device
........................................................................................................................................... [1]
(c) read the temperature
........................................................................................................................................... [1]
(d) fly an aircraft in a video game.
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2 Tick whether the following are features of emails or traditional faxes.
email fax
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(✓) (✓)
Transmission of messages is relatively slow.
When received data can be edited immediately using a word

processor.
Can have attached sound files.
The message is basically an image.
[2]
3 Tick whether the following statements are true or false.
true false
(✓) (✓)
WLAN stands for Wide Local Area Network.
A WAN often requires the use of a router.
The internet is a WAN.
A LAN usually covers a smaller area than a WAN.
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6 There are many microprocessor-controlled devices used in the modern home.
Describe four benefits in terms of lifestyle for users of such devices.
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7 Explain the meaning of the following email terms:
a. cc
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b. bcc
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c. forward
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d. group
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e. attachment
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8 A school library uses a computer system where there is a book file and a borrower file.
Each student has a unique membership number and each book has a unique accession number.
The accession number is the number given to a book when it is first bought by the library.
When a book is borrowed, the student has their thumbprint read by a special input device.
a. Describe the computer processing involved when a book is borrowed.
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b. Describe the computer processing involved when a book is returned. There is no need for the
borrower to have their thumbprint read during this process.
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10 A student exam answer sheet consists of boxes or lozenges which the student shades in to indicate
their choice of answer.
a. Apart from the details of the test and the lozenges, give two items of information, essential to
the student, that are pre-printed on the answer sheet.
1 ........................................................................................................................................
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2 ........................................................................................................................................
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[2]
b. Describe how Optical Mark Recognition is used to process the details from the form.
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c. Describe the drawbacks of using Optical Mark Recognition.
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18 The following are two slides from a presentation produced for young children.
Describe six improvements to the presentation that would make it more appealing to a typical adult
audience.
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8 A company is setting up a video-conference.
a. Name three computer hardware devices they would need.
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b. The company could have set up a web-conference rather than a video-conference.
Describe what is meant by a web-conference.
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9 An automatic washing machine contains a device to read RFID chips sewn into clothing. When an
item of clothing is placed in the washing machine it is scanned.
(a) Describe how the data is read from the RFID chip.
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(b) Explain the benefits of using RFID technology in a washing machine.
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14 Computer operating systems have developed since early computers used Command Line Interfaces
(CLI). Many computers now use Graphical User Interfaces (GUI), some of which are capable of
using touch screen technology.
Compare and contrast CLI and GUI.
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16 Robots are being used in the mining industry to dig up minerals from under the surface of the Earth.
a. Give three advantages of using robots rather than humans to do this task.
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b. Give two disadvantages of using robots rather than humans.
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1 When a person buys goods in a supermarket they have to pay at the checkout.
(a) Identify two input devices used at the checkout.
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[2]
(b) Identify two output devices used at the checkout.
1.........................................................................................................................................
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2.........................................................................................................................................
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[2]
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true false
(✓) (✓)
A router is required to allow a LAN to connect to the internet
A web browser displays a web page
An intranet has restricted access
ISP means Internal Service Provider
[2]
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3 Tick whether the following items are found in technical documentation or user documentation or
both.
technical user both

(✓) (✓) (✓)
Error messages
Hardware requirements
Program listing
Purpose of the system
[4]
4 Identify the image editing techniques described in the following statements.
(a) Remove unwanted parts of an image.
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(b) Make an image larger or smaller.
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(c) Format the text so that it flows around an image.
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(d) Turn an image a number of degrees clockwise or anti-clockwise.
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5 The managers of a nuclear power plant need to check the radioactivity levels in a chimney stack
which needs to be demolished. They intend to use a robot. This device has sensors to read the
radioactivity levels.
(a) Explain why the data from the sensors cannot be read directly by the microprocessor and
name the device needed to change the data into a form that the microprocessor can understand.
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(b) The managers have been told they can use this robot for other tasks by replacing the existing
sensors with different ones.
Give three advantages of using an existing robot device rather than developing a new one.
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6 Driverless automobiles use a number of different methods to drive between two points.
(a) Name a sensor that could be used on the automobile to detect a person walking in front of it.
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(b) Modern automobiles contain electronic devices designed to help the driver.
Suggest three examples of labour-saving or safety devices in a modern automobile that use
sensors.
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(c) Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of these devices in relation to automobile journeys.
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1 Using the list, write down the most appropriate output device to produce the following.
3D printer dot matrix printer graph plotter keyboard

monitor mouse speaker SSD
(a) High resolution drawings in hard copy.
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(b) Sound from a computer.
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(c) A solid object.
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(d) Scenes from a video game.
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true false
(✓) (✓)
An actuator is an item of software.
Hardware is the physical components of a computer system.
Software controls the operation of the computer.
A spreadsheet is an example of systems software.
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2 The following icons are used on the slides in presentation software.
Write down the most appropriate meaning for each icon.
Icon Meaning
6 Describe the differences between ROM and RAM.
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7 Using computers can cause problems for the health and safety of users.
a. Evaluate your own use of computers in terms of health. Include any strategies you have
devised.
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1 Complete the following sentences, using the most appropriate items from the list below.
A 3D printer An ADC A compiler An interpreter A microphone

A monitor A numeric keypad A speaker A switch A USB
(a) ................................................ is a device used to input a PIN. [1]
(b) ................................................ analyses and executes a program line by line. [1]
(c) .................................................produces output in the form of solid objects. [1]
(d) .................................................produces output in the form of sound. [1]
2 Tick whether the following are examples of Magnetic tape, Blu-ray or DVD RAM.
Magnetic DVD RAM

Blu-ray
tape
(✓) (✓)
(✓)
Does not require a laser to read the data.
Uses serial access only.
Used to store and play HD movies.
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Can store and read data at the same time.
[4]
3 A media company with branches around the world has recently opened a new branch in London.
The branch includes a number of different computer networks. Identify the most appropriate type
of network to answer each of the questions.
(a) The type of network used to connect the branch to its head office in New York is called a
........................................................................................................................................... [1]
(b) The type of cabled network used to connect computers together in one of the offices is called a
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4 Circle the names of three devices which are used for input.
CD writer Laser printer Pen drive Mouse

Speaker Touch screen Remote control Wide format printer
[3]
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5 A geyser is a hot spring in which water occasionally boils, sending a tall column of water and steam
into the air. A temperature sensor is used to monitor the temperature near the geyser. The data
from the sensor is sent to a microprocessor.
(a) Explain why the data from the sensor has to be changed before it is read by the microprocessor.
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(b) Describe five advantages of using sensors and microprocessors to monitor the temperature
in geysers rather than using manual methods.
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6 Tick whether the following refer to moderated or un-moderated forums
moderated un-moderated
(✓) (✓)
All posts are held in a queue.
Posts are not policed.
This forum reduces the chance of offensive messages.
This forum stops several postings of the same topic.
[2]
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1 A computer contains internal hardware.
Write down the most appropriate item of internal hardware to match the descriptions.
(a) This handles all the system instructions.
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(b) A printed circuit board that contains the main components of the computer.
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(c) This generates output to the speaker.
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(d) A type of memory where data is lost when the computer is switched off.
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2 Tick whether the following statements are examples of a 3D printer, a dot matrix printer or a laser
printer.
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3D dot matrix laser
(✓) (✓) (✓)
A printer that uses toner.
A printer that uses continuous stationery.
A printer that can be used to make physical models.
A printer that prints layer by layer.
[4]
3 Tick the most appropriate type of network for each description.

LAN WAN WLAN
(✓) (✓) (✓)
A cabled network in a building.
A network that can use satellites.
A network that connects countries.
A network that uses wireless technology.
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4 The security of software and data is very important.
Complete the following sentences using the most appropriate word(s) from the list.
anti-spyware chip reader coding a dongle encryption

quantum
iris scan a password a PIN a token
cryptography
(a) An electronic device that plugs into a computer and contains the key for a piece of software
is called
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(b) The scrambling of data is known as
........................................................................................................................................... [1]
(c) A security process that uses photons to enable secure communication is called
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(d) A numeric code that is entered to enable payment to be made for a meal in a restaurant with
a debit card is called
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5 Circle two items which are used as external storage media.
CD RW Hard disk Monitor

Mouse RAM ROM
[2]
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7 A farmer has purchased a computerised feeding system for her goats. A goat has an RFID tag
attached to its ear, which is recognised by the computer. The system uses a passive RFID tag.
a. Describe how the RFID tag can be activated.
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b. The system recognises the goat and therefore gives the correct feed to the animal.
Describe how RFID technology will be used to give the correct feed to the animal.
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14 Some smartphones connected to the internet can allow the user to point their phone’s camera at
an object or image to display information about it on the phone’s screen. The object acts like an
item in a search engine. This is called augmented reality.
One example of its use is in mobile games, where the user tries to catch characters from the game
as the characters appear to walk in the streets.
Explain, using examples, other ways in which augmented reality could be used in everyday life.
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1 A computer contains internal hardware.
Write down the item of internal hardware from the list to match the descriptions.
CD ROM Internal hard disk Network card RAM ROM

Sound card Touch screen Trackerball Video card Wide format printer
(a) Stores the start-up instructions for the computer.
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(b) A magnetic medium that stores applications when they are not in use.
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(c) Memory where data is lost when the computer is turned off.
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(d) Generates images to display on the monitor.
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2
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For each application tick the most appropriate type of computer to match the description.
Desktop Laptop Smartphone

(✓) (✓) (✓)
A computer that is only used in one place.
Must always be connected to an external power

source to work.
Small enough to fit into a pocket.
A mobile device with a large keyboard and display.
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3 Data can be input into computers using direct data entry.

Tick the most appropriate method of direct data entry for each statement.
MICR OMR OCR

(✓) (✓) (✓)
Used to read magnetic data on cheques.
Used to read car number plates.
Used when entering handwritten text.
Used to read multiple-choice examination responses.
[4]
4 Circle two items which are used as output devices.
3D printer Magnetic tape Microphone

Monitor Sensor Web cam
[2]
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5 A fish farm has a computer system that constantly monitors the quality of the water in its fish ponds.
The system uses sensors to carry out the monitoring.
(a) Name two sensors that could be used to monitor the quality of the water in the fish ponds.
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(b) Name the device that is used to convert the data from the sensor into a form that could be
read by the computer.
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(c) Describe the role of the computer in monitoring the quality of the water in the fish ponds.
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10 Magnetic tapes are traditionally used for backing up data on large computer systems. Liu works
from home and is considering either backing up her data on to magnetic tape or a pen drive.
Give three reasons why she may prefer to use a pen drive.
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15 Drones are unmanned flying vehicles that are used for commercial and leisure activities. Drones are
fitted with cameras to monitor situations.
A river has burst its banks following prolonged heavy rainfall. Explain why drones are used to help monitor
the situation.
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1 Name the devices A, B, C, D and E using the3 words from the list. For
Examiner's
A B C Use
D E
Digital camera Dot matrix printer Floppy disc drive
Graphics tablet Hard disk drive Keyboard
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Magnetic stripe reader Memory stick Multimedia projector
Remote control Scanner Temperature sensor
A B
C D
E
[5]
2 Ring two items which are storage devices.
Bar code reader Keyboard Laser printer
Memory stick Mouse Zip disc drive

[2]
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Examiner's
Use
True False
Dot matrix printers produce high quality output.
Laser printers are very noisy.
Graph plotters are used when extremely large hard copy is required.
Inkjet printers are used where continuous stationery is required.
[4]
a bank cheque a floppy disc an inkjet printer
a light sensor a memory stick a microphone
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a mouse a plotter a school register
(a) Options from a menu can be selected using
(b) Magnetic ink characters are used to record information on
(c) A very large file which needs to be moved from one computer to another for
editing can be stored on
(d) Sound can be input to a computer using [4]
5 Tick True or False for the following statements about RAM and ROM.
True False
RAM is not volatile.
ROM is used to store the BIOS of a computer.
The data in ROM is easier to change than that in RAM.
RAM is used to store the data the user is currently working on.
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9 A car repair centre uses an expert system to help diagnose car engine faults. For
Examiner's
Use
a. Describe the inputs, outputs and processing of this system.
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b. Give two other examples of situations where expert systems might be used.
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10 An automatic washing machine is controlled by a microprocessor. For

Examiner's
Use
a. Tick two sensors which would have to be used in the machine.
✓
Pressure sensor
Proximity sensor
Temperature sensor
Oxygen sensor
[2]
b. Explain why computers are unable to read the data directly from these sensors.
[2]
c.
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Describe how the microprocessor uses data from the sensors to control the washing
machine.
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d. There are many microprocessor controlled devices in the modern home. Describe the effects of
these on people’s lifestyles.
[4]
11 Tick three essential components of a computer to be used in a video conferencing system.
✓
Graph plotter
[6]
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Trackerball
Microphone
Speakers
Optical mark reader
Web cam
[3]
12 On-line banking is used by many customers. Describe three methods of making sure that
the data transferred is secure.

h
2
Examiner's
Use
A B C D
Num / * -
Lock
7 8 9 +
4 5 6
1 2 3 =
.
0 000
Light pen Microphone Numeric keypad Remote control
Scanner Touch pad Trackerball Web cam
A B
C D
[4]
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Bar code reader DVD RAM Joystick
Magnetic tape Sensor Touch screen
[2]
TRUE FALSE
DTP software can be used with sound files.
Measurement software is used to send emails.
Spreadsheet software is used to create models.
A command line interface can be used to communicate with a computer.
PDAs are usually bigger than laptops.
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4 Complete each sentence below using one item from the list. For
Examiner's
Use
A chip reader A digital camera A graph plotter
A graphics tablet A joystick A laser printer
A multimedia projector An optical mark reader A temperature sensor
A TFT monitor
(a) is used to send data to a microprocessor controlled cooker.
(b) is used to read details from a bank card.
(c) is used to control a car driving simulator.
(d) is used to take photographs for inclusion in a web site.

For
(e) is used to input data from a school register. Examiner's
Use
[5]
5 Tick three items of software which a PC connected to the internet might use.
Team Santy
✓
A modem
A virus scanner
An email package
Another PC
A browser
A keyboard
[3]
8 All computers come with main memory as well as backing storage. Give a reason why the
following are needed.
RAM
ROM
Backing storage
[3]
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11 Draw four lines on the diagram to match the use to its most appropriate storage medium.
Use Storage medium
storing data in online applications DVD ROM
to store data that cannot be changed Fixed hard disc
saving work and transporting it to other computers Magnetic tape taking
backups of file servers Pen drive
[4]
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Examiner's
A B Use
C D
CRT monitor
Joystick
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Multimedia projector
Graph plotter
TFT monitor
Inkjet printer
Trackerball
A B
C D
[4]
Blu-ray disc CD ROM MICR
Motor Sensor Trackerball
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Examiner's
Use
TRUE FALSE
Control software is used to access the internet
A Graphical User Interface has windows, icons, menus and pointers
Laptop computers are popular because they are portable
Word processing software is used to monitor physical variables
Presentation software is used to create slide shows
[5]
A bar code reader A dot matrix printer A graphic tablet
An inkjet printer A joystick A motor
OCR A sensor A trackerball
A web camera
(a)
(b) Team Santy is used to convert an image into text for use in a word processor.
is used to input moving pictures into a computer.
(c) is used to output photographs.
(d) is an output device used in robotics.
(e) is used to read the ISBN from a book.
[5]
5 A school librarian is preparing a slideshow to explain to students how the library works.
Tick three items she could use to prepare and show the slides.
✓
A multimedia projector
A dot matrix printer
Measuring software
A chip reader
A remote control
Presentation software
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11 Most PCs come with a hard disc drive. Give a reason why each of the following are also
used with PCs.
Magnetic tape
CD R
DVD ROM
[3]
For
Examiner's
Use
Use Input device
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to input data at an information kiosk
to input data from a product in a supermarket
to input a PIN
Graphics tablet
Touch screen
Bar code reader
to input freehand drawings Numeric keypad
[4]
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13 A small office consists of three rooms each of which has a PC with devices connected to it For
using cables. The office manager thinks the cables are a safety hazard and wants to Examiner's
Use
remove them.
a. Name three devices which could be connected to a PC using Bluetooth.
3 [3]
b. The manager wants to connect the PCs to form a WLAN. Give two disadvantages of this
compared to using cabling.
[2]
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c. The company’s workers are concerned that their data may not be secure. Name and
describe three methods, other than authentication techniques, which would help to
keep the data more secure.
[6]
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Examiner's
Use
A B
C D
Microphone
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Chip reader Digital camera
Remote control
Joystick
Scanner
Light pen
Trackerball
A B
C D
[4]
Flash memory card Graph plotter Magnetic disc
OCR OMR Touch pad
[2]
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Examiner's
Use
TRUE FALSE
An internet browser is used to look at pages on the world wide web.
Desktop computers don’t have hard disk drives.
DTP software can be used to produce magazines.
Measurement software is used for environmental monitoring.
Sensors are output devices.
[5]
A bar code reader A dot matrix printer A graph plotter
A graphics tablet A microphone A multimedia projector
A pressure sensor A speaker A touch pad
A web cam
(a)
(b) Team Santyis used in CAD applications to produce very large printouts.
is used to display data from a computer onto a very large screen.
(c) sends data to a microprocessor in a washing machine.
(d) is used to control the pointer on a laptop screen.
(e) is used to input sounds for use in presentation software.

[5]
5 A school teacher keeps records of her students’ test scores on a computer. At the end of
each term she prints out letters to parents showing these results. She also uses the
computer to predict the students’ future test scores. Tick three items of software which she
could use.
✓
Word processing software
Measuring software
Control software
Spreadsheet software
Animation software
Database software
[3]
4 For
Examiner's
10 Explain why the following are used with PCs. Use
Pen drives
Blu-ray
Fixed hard disc drives
[3]
11 An oil company is investigating whether they are likely to find oil at a certain site. They will
use an expert system to help them. There are a number of inputs and outputs used with
such a system. List four examples of these.
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12 Draw four lines on the diagram to match the use to its most appropriate output device.
Use Output device
to produce high quality hard copy dot matrix printer to print on
multipart forms motor
to move objects in a computer controlled system speakers
to output voiceovers laser printer
[4]
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Name the methods used to represent information For
the list. Examiner's
Use
A B
C D
SECTION 1 SECTION 2
1 A B C D E 1 A B C D E
Bar code Chip DVD ROM Flash memory
Graphics tablet Light pen Magnetic stripe Optical marks
A B
2
C
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Ring two items which are output devices.
D
[4]
Buzzer Graphics tablet Joystick
Monitor Optical character reader Web cam
[2]
TRUE FALSE
Computer programs are examples of hardware
An internet browser is an example of software
A pointer is used to select items in a command line interface
A PDA is larger than a desktop computer
[4]

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4 Complete the following sentences using the most appropriate device from this list. For
Examiner's
Use
A remote control A joystick A keyboard
A chip reader A graphics tablet A microphone
(a) is used in the recording of voices for presentation software.
(b) is used to control a multimedia projector.
(c) is used to write a letter.
(d) is used to read information from a bank card.
(e) is used in a flight simulator.
[5]
6 Susan uses a memory stick to transfer her work from school to home. Give three reasons
why memory sticks are often preferred to CDs for storing work.
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[3]
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15 OMR, OCR and MICR are methods of direct data entry. For
Describe each method, giving an example of an application where each might be used. Examiner's
Use
a. OMR
[3]
b. OCR
c. MICR
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16 A company uses robots to manufacture cars. For

Examiner's
Use
a. Give three advantages to the company of using robots rather than humans to
manufacture cars.
[3]
b. Give three disadvantages to the company of using robots rather than humans to
manufacture cars.
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17 Jasvir and her family have three computers in their home. She wants to connect the
computers to create a network and access the internet. List four additional items she would
need to set up this system. Your answers must include hardware and software.
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18 An automatic washing machine is controlled by a microprocessor. For

Examiner's
Use
a. Other than a temperature sensor, name two sensors used in the machine.
[2]
b. Explain why computers are unable to read the data directly from these sensors and
name the device which would enable them to do so.
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[3]
c. Describe how the microprocessor uses data from the temperature sensor.
[3]

2
Examiner's
Use
A B
C D
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Bar code Plotter Laser printer Light pen
Magnetic disc Monitor Multimedia Projector Pen drive
A B
C D
[4]
Blu ray disc Graphics tablet Inkjet printer
Motor Optical mark reader Speaker
[2]
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Examiner's
Use
TRUE FALSE
A magnetic stripe reader is an example of hardware
A memory stick is an example of software
A word processor is a form of operating system
A CD has a greater storage capacity than a DVD
[4]
4 Draw five lines on the diagram to match the storage device to its most appropriate use.
Storage Device Use
Fixed hard disc Making backups of a file server
Flash memory card Transferring a file from one computer to another
Magnetic tape Storing software sold by a company
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Pen drive
DVD ROM
Storing data which needs to be accessed quickly
Storing photographs in a digital camera
[5]
5 A database is to be created about the personal details of students at a school. Select the
most suitable data type for each field using one word from this list.
Boolean Text Integer
Date Decimal
(a) Birthday
(b) Gender
(c) Home phone number
(d) Number of brothers and sisters
[4]

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6 Tick TRUE or FALSE for the following statements.
TRUE FALSE
RAM is volatile
RAM is used to store the startup instructions of a computer
The data in ROM is easier to change than that in RAM
ROM is used to store the data the user is currently working on
[4]
19 Tick three items of hardware which are used to network computers together. For
Examiner's
Use
✓
Hub
Printer
Scanner
Switch
Bridge
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Monitor
[3]
7 Tick TRUE or FALSE next to each statement to indicate if it is an example of batch

processing.
TRUE FALSE
Paying for goods at an EFTPOS terminal
Booking a holiday using a computer
Producing credit card bills
Processing cheques
[4]
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8 A school uses a computer-controlled greenhouse to grow plants. For

Examiner's
Use
(a) Name three sensors that would be used in the greenhouse.
3 [3]
(b) Describe the computer processing that is required to maintain the correct growing
conditions.
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[5]
(c) Describe three advantages of using computers rather than students to control the
growing conditions.
[3]

6
For
13 Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of video conferencing compared to face to face Examiner's
meetings. Use
[6]
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Examiner's
Use
A B
C D
Buzzer
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Magnetic Stripe Reader
Digital camera
Pen drive
Graphics tablet
Remote control
Laser printer
Touch pad
A B
C D
[4]
CD RW Plotter Hard disc
Keyboard Mouse PIN
[2]
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3 Tick TRUE or FALSE next to each of these statements about methods of implementation. For
Examiner's
Use
TRUE FALSE
Direct changeover needs two sets of workers to be employed
Parallel running means that the original system is still available
Phased implementation is implementing the system in parts
Parallel running is the cheapest form of implementation
[4]
bar code reader chip DVD RW
keyboard laser printer magnetic tape
(a) The most suitable storage medium for making backups of

data held on a network server is a
(b) The part of a bank card that stores data about the PIN is a
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(c) An optical disc which can have data updated is a
(d) Details of a product are scanned at a POS using a
[4]
5 Draw five lines on the diagram to match the software to how it could be used in a school.
Software Use
Word processing software finding specific web sites
Measuring program storing student records
Presentation software writing a letter to parents
Search engine monitoring temperature in a science experiment
Database producing a multimedia slide show
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6 Describe two uses of optical media and for each one give a reason why optical media are preferred to
magnetic tapes for that use.
Use 1
Reason 1
Use 2
Reason 2
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12 The head teacher of a school has asked some pupils to convert the printed school
magazine into a slide show. Describe two features of presentation software, including their
use, which would not be present in a printed version.
Feature 1
Feature 2
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18 Explain the differences between a command line interface and a graphical user interface.
[4]
19 Chip and pin systems are used at ATMs. A customer wishing to withdraw cash inserts their For
card. The ATM checks to see if the card is valid and, if so, asks the customer to type their Examiner's
Use
PIN. Describe the computer processing which takes place from this point.
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2
[4]
20 Pilot training is often carried out using simulators. Give two reasons why these are used to
train pilots.
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1 Name the devices A, B, C and D using words from the list. For
Examiner's
A Use
D
B
digital camera
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number pad
touch pad
remote control
trackerball
scanner
web cam
A B
C D
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graphics tablet keyboard laser printer
motor optical character reader web cam
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Examiner's
Use
True False
Computer programs are examples of software.
A web authoring package is an example of hardware.
An icon is a component of a command line interface.
A mobile phone (cell phone) uses flash memory.
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4 Complete the following sentences using the most appropriate device from this list.
A graph plotter A dot matrix printer A laser printer
A buzzer A multimedia projector A trackerball
(a) is used to print on continuous multipart stationery.
(b) is used to output sound.
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(c) is used in CAD applications for very large printouts.
(d) is used to produce high quality and high volume printouts.
(e) is used to move a pointer on a screen.
[5]
5 Explain how a firewall could be used to secure the data in a computer connected to the
internet.
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6 Ali wants to back up his data. For

Examiner's
Use
(a) Give two reasons why making backups is necessary.
[2]
(b) Ali thinks that making backups will prevent his data from getting viruses.
Describe what a virus is and explain why Ali is wrong.
[3]
7
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Describe three differences between a blog and a wiki.
[3]
8 Tick whether the following statements apply to online processing or batch processing.
online batch
Paying for goods at an EFTPOS
Producing electricity bills
Booking a holiday
Producing payslips
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12 A greenhouse is controlled by a microprocessor. For

Examiner's
Use
a. Other than a light sensor name two sensors used in the greenhouse.
2 [2]
b. Explain why computers are unable to read the data directly from these sensors and
name the device which would enable them to do so.
[3]
c. Describe how the microprocessor uses data from the light sensor.
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13 Computers are used in supermarkets at point of sales terminals. When paying for goods the For
customer inserts the bank card into the chip reader. Examiner's
Use
a. Identify three items of data contained in the chip on a bank card.
3 [3]
b. Describe three checks that would be carried out using information on the card before
the bank is asked to authorise the transaction.
[3]
c.
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Describe five steps which would be carried out by the computers at the supermarket
and at the customer’s bank to complete the transaction.
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2
Examiner's
A B C D Use
bar code dot matrix printer flash memory card inkjet printer
monitor multimedia projector scanner trackerball
A B
C D
[4]
light pen
mouse
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OCR
motor
ROM
[2]
True False
A chip reader is an example of software.
A hard disc drive is an example of hardware.
DTP is a form of operating system.
A blu-ray disc has a greater storage capacity than a DVD.
Flash memory cards are used in digital cameras.
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4 Draw five lines on the diagram to match the input device to its most appropriate use. For
Examiner's
Use
Input Device Use
Mouse to input voiceovers for a presentation
Joystick to input a PIN
Optical Mark Reader to select options from a menu
Microphone to operate a flight simulator
Number pad to input candidate responses on examination papers
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5 Tick True or False for the following statements.
True False
ROM is volatile.
ROM is used to store the startup instructions of a computer.
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The data in ROM is easier to change than that in RAM.
ROM is used to store the data the user is currently working on.
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6 Name three items of hardware, other than a PC, needed to conduct a video conference.
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2
Examiner's
Use
A B C D
bar code reader dot matrix printer joystick laser printer
microphone scanner speakers trackerball
A B
C D
[4]
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2 Ring two network devices.
hub CD ROM graph plotter
magnetic disc router trackerball
[2]
True False
A network card is an example of hardware.
A light sensor is an example of software.
Icons are part of a Graphical User Interface.
A magnetic tape has a greater storage capacity than a CD.
Laser printers are quieter than a dot matrix printer.
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4 Draw five lines on the diagram to match the input device to its most appropriate use. For
Examiner's
Use
Input Device Use
Remote control to input data at a POS
Electronic scales playing a video game
Joystick inputting text so it can be processed by

a software package
Optical Character Reader an input device in a burglar alarm system
Sound sensor to operate a multimedia projector
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5 Tick True or False for the following statements.
True False
A magnetic tape has faster data access than a DVD ROM.
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A CD is used to store a two hour high definition movie.
A magnetic disc is used for online processing.
Pen drives are used to copy data from one computer to another.
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13 Computers are used in supermarkets at checkouts. For

Examiner's
Use
a. Identify three output devices which could be used when an item is purchased.
[3]
When paying for goods the customer uses a bank card.
b. Identify the input device which will be used to directly input data from the card.
[1]
c. Describe the processing which takes place during an electronic funds transfer. Include
reasons why the card might be rejected.
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1 Here is a PC tower. Name the items A, B, C, and D using different words from the list.
hard disk drive

memory card slot
printer leads
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on/off button
USB ports
LED
optical disc drive
A ..................................................................... B .....................................................................
C ..................................................................... D .....................................................................
[4]
2 Identify two network devices.
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3 Tick two ways of reducing the risk of health problems caused by continuous use of computers.
Look away from the screen from time to time
Use a keyboard instead of a mouse
Position your chair so that you are looking straight at the screen
Work without a break
Keep the screen as bright as you can
Grip the mouse tightly

[2]
4 Tick the box which best describes each of the following items.
Hardware Software
Spreadsheet
Digital camera
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Bar code reader
Web page authoring program

[4]
5 A microprocessor in a greenhouse causes fans to come on when the temperature is higher than
the preset value and switches them off when it is lower. It also keeps a record of the temperature
throughout the day.
Name two types of application software which are being used.
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8 Some students are studying the amount of pollution in a river. They are using a computer to
measure the pollution using sensors. The results are recorded and printed.
a. Name two sensors they should use to measure the amount of pollution.
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b. Explain why this is not an example of computer control.
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c. Name a type of software which would be used to store the results.
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d. Name a type of software which would be used to produce a report incorporating graphs.
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e. Describe the steps involved in monitoring the pollution.
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1 These printouts show a document before and after it was finalised.
Write down six editing techniques which have been used on the image and the text.
This is a flower pot with two

flowers. One is growing
Printout before
Printout after
This is a flower pot with two flowers. One
is growing straight up and the other is
growing at an angle.
straight up and the other is

growing at an angle.
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2 For each use, tick the most appropriate type of application software.
Modelling Database Word processing

Use
✓ ✓ ✓
Writing a letter
Flight simulation
Storing student records in a school
Producing a business card

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3 Tick the type of computer which would be most appropriate for each use of ICT.
Mainframe Laptop Desktop

Use
✓ ✓ ✓
Entering data from a Biology survey while out of

school
Massive transactions which need the use of many

CPUs
Students who need to transport their computer

from home to use in school
Personal use with better performance at lower cost
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4 Tick the most appropriate method of implementing a new system for each company.
Parallel Pilot Direct
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Company running running changeover
✓ ✓ ✓
A company with several branches wishes to test

the new system in one branch only.
A small company that can only afford to spend a

small amount of money on implementing the new
system.
If the whole system fails, the company wishes to

return to the original existing system.
A company that wants the quickest method of

implementation.
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5 There are a number of methods of direct data entry.
Complete each sentence using the most appropriate words from the following list.
a bar code reader a touch pad OCR
a magnetic stripe reader a trackerball a graphics tablet
a touch screen a PIN pad
(a) The inbuilt device which moves the cursor when using a laptop is called
............................................................[1]
(b) The device used for selecting an icon so a bar code label can be printed in a supermarket is
called
............................................................[1]
(c) The device used for controlling a pointer on a screen when the user has limited motor skills is
called
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6 A student wishes to use a floor turtle to draw this regular shape.
The pen is already lowered and does not need to be lifted.

This turtle can only move in one direction and turn one way.
Give three instructions which the turtle graphics software could use to draw the shape. For each
one, explain the meaning of the instruction.
Instruction 1 ......................................................................................................................................
Meaning ............................................................................................................................................
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Instruction 2 ......................................................................................................................................
Meaning ............................................................................................................................................
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Instruction 3 ......................................................................................................................................
Meaning ............................................................................................................................................
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7 Scientists want to find the level of pollution in a river running past a chemical factory. They will use
sensors connected to a computer to do this.
(a) Name three sensors that the scientists would place in the river.
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2 ................................................................................................................................................
3 ................................................................................................................................................
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(b) Explain why it is so important to carefully consider the position of sensors placed in the river.
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(c) Describe how the computer would monitor the level of pollution in the river.
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3 Explain what is meant by the following terms, giving examples of their use.
MICR ................................................................................................................................................
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5 Complete each sentence using the most appropriate words from the following list.
a word processor a control program a spreadsheet
an inference engine a web authoring package a search engine
a measuring program a DTP package
(a) The software used to find information on the internet is ............................................................
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[1]
(b) The software which is a component of an expert system is .....................................................

[1]
(c) The type of software used to create financial models is ...........................................................

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9 Describe the differences in use between WiFi and Bluetooth.
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[4]
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6 Compare and contrast the use of optical discs and the use of fixed magnetic disks to store data.
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Most supermarkets now operate online shopping.
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages to supermarkets of this development.
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1 There are a number of different internal hardware devices.
Write down the most appropriate type of internal hardware that fits the following descriptions:
(a) A volatile device that is used to store data.
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(b) This is the main printed circuit board found in computer systems.
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(c) A non-volatile chip that stores the start-up commands.
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(d) This electronic device provides a computer with the ability to produce sounds.
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(a) Give the type of interface shown above.
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(b) One of the features of this type of interface is an icon. Describe what is meant by the term
icon.
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(c) Identify one way you would select an icon using this type of interface.
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true false
(✓) (✓)
A WAN usually connects a number of LANs.
A LAN is usually found in one building.
A WAN is a Wireless Area Network.
The internet is an example of a WLAN.
[2]
4 Tick whether the following statements are true or false, when word processing a document.
true false
(✓) (✓)
To set the page to landscape you select page orientation.
The gutter margin is only on the left hand side of the page.
A widow is where the last line of a paragraph appears as the first line
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of text on a new page.
When you lock aspect ratio the width changes automatically as the
height is increased.
[2]
9 Virtual reality has an impact on everyday life.
a. Name two devices that could be used with a virtual reality system.
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b. Virtual reality systems tend to be associated with gaming, but they are used in many different
areas in everyday life.
Give two uses for virtual reality in everyday life.
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13 Describe the inputs and processing involved in booking tickets online for a music event.
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1 There are a number of different network devices associated with computers.
Give the most appropriate type of communication device that fits the following descriptions.
(a) This device connects a LAN to the internet.
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(b) This device transmits data to specific computers in a network.
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(c) This device broadcasts data to all computers in a network.
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(d) This device connects one LAN to another LAN that uses the same protocol.
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2 (a) A computer system consists of hardware and software.
Explain what is meant by software.
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(b) Name the type of software from its description.
(i) This type of software lets you manage the hardware and software resources.
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(ii) Give an example of this type of software.
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(iii) This type of software lets you carry out tasks such as creating a document or an image.
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(iv) Give an example of this type of software.
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3 Tick whether the following devices are input, output or backing storage.
backing
input output
storage
(✓) (✓)
(✓)
Motor
CD-R
Web cam
Printer
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4 Sending emails to someone involves netiquette.
Tick whether the following statements are true or false.
true false
(✓) (✓)
If capital letters are used in emails, it is considered as ‘shouting’.
You should always use coloured text and coloured backgrounds in emails.
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You should reply to all spam emails.
bcc means blind carbon copy.

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5 The directors of a multi-national car company need to communicate with each other. They have
decided that the best way to do this is through web-conferencing.
(a) Describe web-conferencing and how it could be used in this scenario.
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(b) The directors wish to have a conference with their managers in other countries and are
considering the use of video-conferencing.
Name three pieces of hardware that would be needed in order to hold a video-conference.
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(c) Describe three drawbacks of setting up and using video-conferencing.
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Tick the most appropriate storage medium for each of the following uses.
Fixed
Blu-ray
Magnetic Memory
Hard Disk Tape Card
(✓)
(✓) (✓) (✓)
Storing a database of books in a school library
Storing photographs in a digital camera
Companies distributing HD movies
Storing the backup of a file server
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true false
(✓) (✓)
Tablet computers have touch screens.
Smartphones will only connect to the internet through WiFi.
A tablet computer has a separate keyboard.
Smartphones use a touchpad.
[2]
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(a) Give the type of interface shown above.
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(b) Give a disadvantage of using this type of user interface.
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(c) Another type of interface is a graphical user interface (GUI).
Tick whether the following statements are true or false.
true false
(✓) (✓)
A GUI involves the use of windows and menus.
User interaction with a GUI is intuitive.
A GUI takes up a lot of memory and resources.
Users have to learn a list of system commands in order to use a GUI.
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true false
(✓) (✓)
ROM is Real Optical Memory.
RAM stores the instructions you are currently working on.
ROM stores the BIOS.
RAM allows the user to read and write data.
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4 Different devices connected to the computer have a number of different characteristics.
(a) Name the type of printer that is best suited to operate in harsh conditions.
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(b) Name a type of monitor that can reduce the effects of eye strain.
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(c) Name the type of printer that produces a solid object.
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(d) Name the type of monitor that is an input device on which output can be seen and is found in
a public information system.
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5 A new system is being implemented in a company. The systems analyst has a number of ways
that the system can be implemented.
For each named method, give an advantage of using the implementation over the others.
Parallel running ................................................................................................................................
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Direct changeover ............................................................................................................................
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6 In many countries, hacking of computer systems is an offence.
(a) Explain, using examples, the term hacking.
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(b) Describe the measures that should be taken to help protect data from being hacked.
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12 A householder has installed a computer controlled burglar alarm.
Describe the processing involved in a computer controlled burglar alarm.
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14 Car production lines use robots to manufacture the vehicles. The robots have devices attached to
their arms to help in the manufacturing process.
a.
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For each of the named devices, describe their use on a car production line.
Video camera ............................................................................................................................
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Light sensor ..............................................................................................................................
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b. Give three advantages to the company of using robots rather than humans to manufacture
cars.
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c. Give three disadvantages to the company of using robots rather than humans to manufacture
cars.
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d. Cars have to be designed before they can be manufactured. 3D printers can be used to
produce models of a car.
Describe the process involved in producing the models.
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1 There are many types of printer. Name the printer which best fits the descriptions given below.
(a) A printer that prints by pressing metal pins against an ink ribbon onto the paper
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(b) A printer that sprays tiny droplets of ink directly onto the paper
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(c) A printer that uses toner to transfer the print image to plain paper
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(d) A printer that uses resin to create solid objects
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2 Complete each sentence below using the most appropriate item from the list.
a bridge a hub a keyboard a microphone a mouse
a printer a router a scanner a sensor a switch
(a) A network device which broadcasts data passing through it is called
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(b) A network device that connects a LAN with the internet is called
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(c) A network device that connects a LAN to another LAN using the same protocol is called
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(d) A network device that learns which devices are connected to which ports is called
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true false
(3) (3)
Answers to multiple choice examination papers can be read using an
Optical Mark Reader.
MICR reads the information on a credit card.
The chip on a credit card is read by a PIN reader.
An RFID chip can be used to track stock.
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5 Laptop computers are often equipped with Solid State Drives (SSD) or Hard Disk Drives (HDD).
a. Give four advantages of SSD compared to HDD.
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b. People now tend to buy laptops rather than desktop computers. Despite this, desktop
computers are still fairly popular.
Describe three advantages of using a desktop computer rather than a laptop computer.
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6 Describe the differences between the internet and an intranet.
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7 A city hospital has decided to use emerging technology to automate its packaging and dispensing
of medicines to patients. It has decided to use a robotic system which identifies the medicine
using bar codes.
a. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages to the hospital of using robots within this
environment rather than using humans to carry out the task.
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b. The system currently uses bar codes to read the data on the medicine packets as well as the
shelf that the medicine packets are located on. The hospital is considering using embedded
RFID chips in the packaging rather than bar codes.
Explain the advantages of using RFID chips in this scenario.
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1 Tick whether the following statements would apply to a LAN, a WAN or a WLAN.
LAN WAN WLAN

(3) (3) (3)
The internet is an example of this type of network
A wired network found within a single building
This network uses wireless technology
This network is spread over a large geographical area

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2 Complete the following sentences, using the most appropriate technology from the list below.
a 3D printer artificial intelligence batch processing biometrics
a dot matrix printer a microphone a password a robot
a scanner a speaker
(a) A printer that is capable of producing physical objects is called
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(b) The use of a computer to perform tasks that mimic or duplicate the functions of the human
brain is called
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(c) A device used in a car production line to assemble a car is called
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(d) Authentication techniques that use fingerprints or retina scans is called
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3 A school is holding an athletics competition. The timings of each running event will be measured
electronically using sensors at the start and finish. Runners begin a race in starting blocks. When
the starting pistol is fired the electronic timing starts. The winner of the race is the first to break the
light beam at the end of the race.
(a) Complete the table using the most appropriate words from the list below.
Infra-red sensor Light sensor Moisture sensor Motion sensor
pH sensor Pressure sensor Sound sensor Temperature sensor
Device
Data from the starting pistol is read by this
device
This device detects that the athlete has left
the starting block
When the light beam is broken the data is
read by this device
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(b) A member of the sports department will use a computer to produce a magazine of the
competition. He will include photographs stored in a digital camera as well as printed
photographs.
Team Santy
Identify the methods he would use to transfer the photographs to the computer.
Digital camera photograph ��
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14 A robot is used as a computerised postal delivery system. It drives around the corridors of a set of
offices picking up and delivering post. If the robot is close to a worker it stops and waits until the
worker moves away.
a. A proximity sensor is used to detect how close to a worker the robot is.
Describe the role of the microprocessor in stopping the robot.
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b. Robots are being used more and more in offices to carry out menial tasks, like delivering
post.
Describe the advantages and disadvantages of using robots in this way.
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15 A word processing program uses a Graphical User Interface (GUI). Using examples from the word
processing program describe three features of a GUI.
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16 The banking industry has rapidly changed over the last few years as modern technology has
developed.
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of using online banking rather than other banking
methods to the customer.
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1 Complete the sentences, using the most appropriate item from the list.
a Blu-ray disc a compact disc a hard disk a magnetic tape
a memory card a pen drive a processor RAM
ROM a solid state drive
(a) Optical storage medium that is often used to store HD movies is called
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(b) Internal memory where the data cannot be changed is called
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(c) Magnetic medium which can only be used for serial access is called
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(d) Internal memory that is volatile is called
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2 Tick whether the following are examples of application or system software.
application system
(3) (3)
Linker
Database management systems
Photo-editing software
Compiler
[2]
true false
(3) (3)
CRT monitors use more power than TFT monitors
A touch screen can be used as an input device or an output device
A dot matrix printer produces high quality graphics
A motor is an input device

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4 Tick three ways in which data entry can be verified.
Tick
(3)
Compare with source document
Carry out a range check on the data
Only accept alphabetic characters
Get a second person to read through the document
Ensure the data is 100% accurate
Type in the data twice and compare versions
Calculate a check digit
Check spelling
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5 Identify three ways in which employment patterns have changed since the introduction of ICT.
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11 A school library has computerised its book borrowing system. Students are allowed to borrow
books free of charge.
a. When a book is borrowed the details of the book and the borrower have to be input to the
system.
Tick three direct data entry devices which could be used in such a system.
Direct data entry device Tick

Bar code reader
Magnetic Ink Character Reader
Magnetic stripe readers
Keyboard
Mouse
RFID chip reader
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b. The library uses a database with two tables: borrowers and books. They have recently
purchased a biometric reader which will identify the borrower from their thumb print. A
borrower may only borrow a maximum of six books.
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Describe the computer processing involved when a book is borrowed using this system.
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14 Contactless debit cards are replacing standard debit cards. Some countries are introducing
contactless debit card transactions at ATM machines.
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages to the bank of using these cards at an ATM.
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15 Computers can be used in different applications to control a process, to simply gather data
(measurement only) or to mimic a human expert (expert systems).
a. Tick whether the following applications use Control, Measurement (only) or Expert system.
Control Measurement Expert system

(3) (only) (3)
(3)
Computerised glasshouse
Burglar alarm
Chess games
Automatic washing machine
Recording weather conditions
Monitoring air pollution
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b. Measurement systems can use sensors. The computer cannot read the data directly from the
sensor.
Explain how a device can be used to enable the computer to read the data from the sensor.
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c. Identify the four components of an expert system.
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16 State what is meant by OMR and MICR, giving an example of their use.
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1 There are many types of input device. Complete the following sentences, using the most
appropriate item from the list below.
barcode reader chip reader graphics tablet keyboard microphone
mouse numeric keypad scanner sensor touch pad
(a) A device used to input sound is called a
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(b) A device used to enter a four-digit code when paying by debit card in a shop is called a
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(c) A pointing device commonly built into a laptop is called a
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(d) A device, used by designers and artists, which has a stylus for drawing applications is called a
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2 Tick whether the following activities relate to the use of email, electronic fax or both.
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Can be used as a legal document
email
()
electronic fax
()
both
()
Allows video attachments to be added to the message

Requires a telephone number
Messages can be sent to a computer
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3 Tick whether the following is a method of validation, verification or proof-reading.
validation verification proof-reading

() () ()
Identifying spelling errors
Using a range check
Typing in data twice
Visually comparing data on screen with the
original source document
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5 A music festival is attended by very large crowds each year. Large amounts of data are collected
by the organisers, who are planning to store it in the cloud.
a. Give four advantages of storing the data in the cloud rather than using other storage methods.
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b. The organisers are worried that there are drawbacks in storing data in the cloud.
Describe three disadvantages of using the cloud to store data rather than other storage
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1 Tick whether the following are examples of applications software or system software.
applications system
software software
(✓) (✓)
Control software
Compiler
Word processing
Device drivers
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2 Complete the following sentences, using the most appropriate technology from the list.
a 3D printer a dot matrix printer a laser printer a light sensor
a magnetic ink character reader a microphone an optical mark reader
a speaker a web cam a wide format printer
(a) A device that is most suited to being used to produce hard copy output in a general office
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environment is called
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(b) The input device that reads the cheque number from a bank cheque is called
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(c) A device that outputs hard copy large architectural drawings is called
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(d) A device that outputs sound is called
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3 Pupils working on a science project use the school network to store and retrieve files. They log
onto the network using individual passwords.
(a) Abisha is using his name as his password.
Give two reasons why this is not a good idea.
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(b) Give two other pieces of advice the teacher should give regarding the management of
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5 Describe the benefits and drawbacks of using a Graphical User Interface (GUI) rather than a
Command Line Interface (CLI).
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10 A local railway company is considering introducing a new system for its passengers using e-tickets
on a smart phone. Before introducing this new system, analysis of the current system is required.
a. Describe the steps that would be carried out in the analysis of the current system.
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The e-ticket will link to a database containing personal data.
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c. Details of each of the passengers have been entered into the database.
Give one reason why this data was verified on entry.
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Proofreading is sometimes thought to be verification.
d. Explain the difference between verification and proofreading.
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11 .PDF and .RTF are two file formats used for storing documents.
Describe the file formats and explain the differences between them.
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1 Complete the following sentences, using items from the list.
3D printer backing storage CPU hardware RAM
ROM scanner software touchscreen wide format printer
(a) The core component in a computer that controls arithmetic operations is called a
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(b) The physical components of a computer are collectively called
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(c) The type of memory that is volatile is called
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(d) An output device that is also an input device is called a
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2 Tick the most appropriate device matching the statements.
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Hub Switch Router
() () ()
Connects a LAN to a WAN.
Broadcasts data to all connected devices.
Connects two LANs.
Selects which device to send data to.

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3 Tick three actions that should be carried out during validation.
Tick
()
Re-reading the document
Performing a length check on the data
Re-entering the data
Performing a character check on the data
Performing a grammar check on the document
Checking for spelling
Checking the data is reasonable and sensible
Checking the data is 100% correct

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4 A supermarket has a number of point of sale (POS) terminals. These terminals are linked to the
stock database. Goods are automatically ordered when the number in stock reaches or goes
below the reorder level.
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(a) Name two input devices that would be found at a POS terminal.
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(c) The manager is checking stock on the shelves and in the stock room. He notices that an item
has run out of stock. The database shows that the number in stock is above the reorder level.
Give three reasons why this could have happened.
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1 There are a number of different types of computer.

(b) A portable computer that includes a physical keyboard.

(d) A mobile phone that can be used as a computer.

Applications are represented by icons.

Options are chosen from a menu.

Many instructions have to be memorised.

A laser printer is a type of page printer.

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.txt is a text (file) used by a variety of text editors (1 mark)

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internal memory backing storage

Portable hard disk

A router connects a LAN to the internet.

A bridge connects a WAN to a LAN.

A switch connects computers in a network.

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10 Bank cheques are sometimes used to pay bills.

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The slide must include the following details:

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Bar code Chip DVD RAM Graphics tablet

2 Ring two items which are output devices.

Blu-ray disc Graph plotter Graphics tablet

Optical mark reader Projector Web cam

3 Tick TRUE or FALSE next to each of these statements.

Input devices are examples of hardware

Backing storage devices are examples of software

A Graphical User Interface is a part of an operating system

A laptop computer cannot be carried around

2 Ring two items which are used for data storage.

DVD ROM Graph plotter Graphics tablet

Magnetic tape Projector Trackerball

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3 Tick TRUE or FALSE next to each of these statements. For

A joystick is an example of hardware

Output devices are examples of software

Input device Use

Bar code reader Inputting voiceovers into presentation software

Microphone Selecting options from a list

Mouse Inputting a PIN at an ATM

Numeric key pad

Inputting code numbers from products at a POS terminal

Bluetooth An intranet A router

(a) is a network connecting several LANs.

(b) is a network with very little cabling.

(c) can allow networked computers to connect to the internet.

(d) is used to connect two mobile devices to each other.

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A CD stores more data than a fixed hard disk

Data is easier to encrypt on optical media

CD ROMs are easier to update than magnetic media

Sending a photograph as soon as it has been taken

Using the internet

Making a phone call wherever you are

Leaving messages when somebody is not available [3]

9 Tick TRUE or FALSE next to each statement to indicate whether it is an example of

Booking a cinema ticket

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a. Name three physical variables that could be monitored.