Cambridge IGCSE Contents: A Lifeline to Academic Excellence

Topic: ICT October/November 12

Paper type: 1

Year: 2021

Chapter: None

Q1: Marks :2 (Pick Multiple)

A computer consists of both hardware and software

Tick two examples of input devices that are part of a laptop computer.

A. Touchscreen

B. Monitor

C. Microphone

D. Speakers:

Q2: Marks :2 (Pick Multiple)

There are two types of software: systems and applications.

Select two examples of system software

A. Video Game:

B. Compilers

C. Word Processor

D. Operating systems

Q3: Match the most appropriate printer which relates to the following statements Marks :4

This printer is an impact printer

This printer uses toner

This printer uses an inked ribbon

This printer uses tomography

Q 4:

Drag and drop two disadvantages of using a tablet computer rather than a laptop computer.

DISADVANTAGE

Marks :2

Laptop computers support more file formats Touch screen can be more error prone when typing the data it have low power capacity Higher Cost

Q5: Marks :4 (Pick Multiple)

Modern computers often do not have an optical drive.

Select two ways music can be transferred onto a computer that does not contain an optical drive.

A. CD/DVD-ROM

B. Fax

C. Downloading music from the cloud

D. Sent by email attachment

Q6: Tick the most appropriate network device to match the following statements. Your answers should be different in each part Marks :4

This network device checks the data packet arriving from one computer and sends the data to a specific computer.

This network device sends the data packet from a computer to all devices connected to it.

This network device connects a LAN to the internet.

This network device connects one LAN to another with the same protocol.

Q7: Marks :2 (Pick Multiple)

The Internet of Things (IoT) is a computer network that allows users to control household devices remotely. It has many benefits, for example, a user can turn on the house's central heating via a smartphone. The IoT can use WiFi and Bluetooth which can cause problems regarding data security.

Select three methods that could be taken to protect the user’s data.

A. Posting Data on Social Media:

B. Use strong WiFi encryption

C. Separate the IoT from the home WiFi account

D. Disable features not in use

Q8: Marks :2 (Pick Multiple)

Rockit Motors recently created a new car sales website. The website uses internet shopping features. Customers can ask questions of the virtual salespeople on the website, and then purchase the car on the website.

Select two other features of Internet shopping.

A. Menu of different types of cars

B. In-Person Customer Service

C. Create a customized car

D. Physical Try-Ons

Q9: Marks :True

All of these are the benefits of using internet shopping for Rockit Motors.

The company can better target customers
Updated more often
Cheaper to publicize special offers rather than mail shots
More special offers can be offered as lower overheads
Broader customer base

True or false

True

False

Q10: Marks :4 (Pick Multiple)

Before the website became operational it needed to be tested. The web designer created a test plan including module and whole system testing

Which of the following explains the difference between a module and whole system testing?

A. Easier to find errors in module testing

B. Module testing tests the relationships between each module

C. Whole system testing is carried out after module testing

D. Whole system tests the combined modules

Q11: Marks :3 (Pick Multiple)

Identify the three web development layers.

A. Presentation layer

B. Behaviour layer

C. Content layer

D. User Interface Layer

Q12: An air-conditioning system has been fitted in a hotel bedroom. The air-conditioning system will contain fans which operate at varying speeds. Identify the devices used in the system from the Marks :3

This device captures the temperature from the room.

This device changes the data from the microprocessor into a form that can change the speed of the fan.

This output device operates the fan.

Q 13:

Drag and drop the disadvantages of policing the internet.

DISADVANTAGE

Marks :2

Removes freedom of speech International therefore would be difficult to police Enhanced User Collaboration Improved Online Anonymity

Q14: Marks :2 (Pick Multiple)

The internet has both moderated and unmoderated forums.

Which of the following explains what is meant by a moderated forum?

A. Filters out inappropriate posts

B. Those that break the rules are banned

C. Moderated forums have rules

D. Enhanced User Collaboration

Q15: Marks :True (Pick Multiple)

The students visit different websites to get information for their projects.

Which of these following explains why it is not always easy for students to find reliable information on the internet?

Anyone can post information on the internet
Websites may contain incorrect information
Any information found will need to be checked against reliable s

A. 1 2 and 3

B. 1 and 2

C. 2 and 3

D. 1 and 3

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