QUESTION 1: MULTIPLE-CHOICE
1.1 C 
1.2 A 
1.3 A 
1.4 B 
1.5 D 
1.6 D 
1.7 B 
1.8 A 
1.9 C 
1.10 B 

QUESTION 2: MATCHING COLUMNS
2.1 J 
2.2 D 
2.3 M 
2.4 S 
2.5 G 
2.6 B 
2.7 P 
2.8 C 
2.9 A 
2.10 H

4.1 

4.1.1 

• CPU ✔
• RAM ✔ 

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4.1.2 

• More data/programs can be loaded simultaneously into RAM
• No need for virtual memory
• Faster access to data (✔✔ any two) 

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4.1.3 

• SSD is faster
• More durable
• Uses less electricity
• No moving parts
• Less noise
• SSD becomes cheaper in sub 250GB systems
• Etc. (✔✔ any two) 

2

4.1.4 

• Cost saving/Cheaper
• (Physical) Space-saving
• Less components/no cabling
• Uses less power (one component) 

✓✓ (any two or any acceptable answer) 

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4.1.5 

• Better image quality/video/audio
• The signals are digital (not analogue)
• HDMI cable carries video AND audio (✔✔ any two) 

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4.2 

4.2.1 

• Camera
• Touch screen
• Bigger screen on phablet
• Multi-media capabilities (✔✔ any two) 

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4.2.2 

• Via SD card in card reader
• Bluetooth
• USB cable
• Via cloud storage/service (✔any one) 

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4.2.3 

• Pinch
• Swipe
• Zoom/spread
• Tap
• Double tap
• Long press (✔any one) 

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4.2.4 

• Iris scanner
• Fingerprint scanner (✔ any one) 

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4.2.5 

(a) 

Apple software is proprietary and subject to cost, ✔whilst  Android is open source free of charge. ✔ 

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(b) 

• MacOS Sierra is well-supported ✓by developer (Apple)
• Android (as open-source) not well supported ✓ 

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4.3 

• Input ✔
• Output ✔ 

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4.4 

The CPU needs cache memory to store frequently or recently accessed data ✔ based on the assumption that it will probably be accessed again soon. ✔

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4.5 

• 3D printing is much cheaper than conventional manufacturing methods.
• 3D printing technology enables home users to have access to machines that can build 3D models.
• Parts needed for a project can be made 'on-demand'.
• Print a model of a product that does not yet exist.
• Customers can inspect a physical model before it is manufactured.
• Ordinary users can easily create 3D objects.
• Companies may use it in the manufacturing process as it may be more  efficient or cost effective. (✔✔ any two) 

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5.1 

• Faster upload/save time during uploading
• Save cap/data bundle
• Uses less online storage space (✔✔ any two) 

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5.2 

5.2.1 

Throttling ✔ 

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5.2.2 

• Quality of the modem/router 
• The computer might be slow
• Network traffic is high
• The type of cable used
• The capacity the ISP allows per user is low 
• Distance between the computer and the server of the ISP (✔✔ any two) 

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5.2.3 

• Certain internet services are given preference ✔ above others thus  performance is maintained for more critical services. ✔

OR 

• Any suitable situation, e.g. e-mail ✔ should be given higher priority than downloading videos, or blocking torrents at the workplace. ✔ 

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5.3 

A podcast reader is connected to an RSS feed that contains information about  the podcast. ✔

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5.4 

5.4.1 

• The chat feature ensures that participants can ask live questions ✔ and respond to questions during the video conference. ✔

OR 
NOTE TO MARKER: Accept wide range of possibilities to interact with audience – award 2 marks ✔✔

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4

5.4.2 

• It is interactive
• No travelling between presenter and participant
• No special equipment needed, webcam used for broadcasting
• Less cost because it is based on people who sign up (✔✔ any two) 

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5.5 

• Ensure that you have up to date anti-spyware/anti-virus software installed.
• Many sites requiring secure information are now created so that browsers  will warn you if you are re-directed to another site.
• Ensure that the site you are accessing is secure/refrain from visiting  websites that are doubtful.
• Never enter personal or banking details on suspicious websites. (✔✔ any two) 

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5.6 

A process in which broadcasting services using traditional analogue technology  are replaced with digital technology. 

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6.1 

6.1.1 

Yes ✔
People rather text and tweet on smartphones than engaging or  interacting face-to-face ✔ 

OR 

No  
People use social media to communicate socially, gain knowledge  and learn about different opinions 

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6.1.2 

• People usually advertise jobs on Facebook
• Leave links to job adverts
• You can put a CV on Facebook (✔✔ any two) 

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6.2 

• Switch the Internet off while you are working so that it will not interrupt you
• Make a timetable for your work
• Filter your e-mail by creating categories for example work, friends or family
• Use RSS feed to structure the news that you read on the web and that you are not only searching around on the web
• Learn to use search engines properly (✔✔ any two) 

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6.3 

6.3.1 

• Plagiarism is the act of passing off someone else’s work as your  own ✔
• Copyright refers to the legal right to make copies ✔ 

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6.3.2 

• Plagiarism: All work must be properly cited ✔
• Copyright: Do not make copies of content without gaining  permission first ✔ 

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7.1 

• Confidential data may leave the school on one of the devices. ✔
• Malware and viruses could enter the network from a personal device. ✔ 

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7.2 

7.2.1 

Definition 
A type of malware designed to encrypt or block access to your  computer system and files ✔ 
What is required of a user? 
Pay an amount of money as ransom ✔

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4

7.2.2 

• Do not download from suspicious sites
• Always keep the latest antivirus definitions updated ∙ Always keep regular backups in a safe place (✔✔ any two) 

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7.3 

• Bitcoins (BTC) are a form of virtual, digital currency. ✔
• Bitcoins are accepted as a way of payment and can be exchanged for  other currencies, products, and services. ✔ 

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7.4 

• Consider the source 
• Check the author 
• Check the date
• Verify the news on supporting sources 
• Read more about the topic
• Etc. (✔✔ any two) 

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8.1 

• Database table (or query)
• Spreadsheet
• E-mail contact list
• E-mail address list
• Text files (✔✔ any two) 

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8.2 

Add an automatic caption ✔ to each image 

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8.3 

Cell A1 has been formatted to display a whole number. ✔ 
When the value in A1 is multiplied by 5, the number originally typed in the cell is used for the calculation. ✔

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8.4 

A validation rule is a field property that sets limits or conditions on the values  that can be entered in the field ✔
Validation text is a custom message that's displayed if invalid data is  entered in a field or control where a validation rule exists ✔ 

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8.5 

When the ‘eye’ symbol is clicked the actual password is revealed instead of the placeholder character ✔

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8.6 

8.6.1 

It will search ✔ for all text that starts with the word Gold ✔

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4

8.6.2 

3 ✔ 

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8.6.3 

10 ✔

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8.7 

<td rowspan = 2>Cell 1</td> 
Add the attribute rowspan ✔ and value 2 ✔ to the <td> tag 

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8.8 

• Author
• Subject
• Company
• Dates created and modified
• Size
• Pages
• Words
• Title
• Tags
• Comments
• Template
• Status
• Categories 
• Etc. (✔ any one) 

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9.1 

9.1.1 

The lowest/minimum possible specifications (hardware/software) ✔ needed for the program to load/run ✔ 

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9.1.2 

• Although programs will run with minimum specifications, they will  perform optimally with higher specifications
• Hardware would be relevant/usable for a longer period/will be  able to run newer/later versions of the software
• More resources for multi-task performance
• Computer would be compatible with a wider range of software/ hardware (✔✔ any two) 

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9.1.3 

• To test the program first (for suitability) before buying it
• Checking to see if the full version is required
• Checking user friendliness/Quality of the user interface
• Checking for compatibility with the existing software/hardware (✔any one) 

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9.2 

9.2.1 

RFID uses radio waves ✔

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2

9.2.2 

Barcodes uses light ✔ 

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9.3 

• No need to manually type in the URL
• Fewer errors are made, as when manually entering the URL
• QR code scanners (software) can be downloaded/used for free
• Can store extra information such as logos (✔any one) 

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9.4 

9.4.1 

• Lock his office when he is not there
• Lock the notebook in a safe when not being used
• Activate alarm/motion sensors when he is not in the office
• ecurity guards/gates/burglar bars (✔✔ any two) 

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4

9.4.2 

• Facial recognition
• Fingerprint/Iris/Retinal scan
• Voice recognition
• Card with biometric data used in the card reader (✔✔ any two) 

2

9.5 

• Employee can work more flexible hours and are less stressed 
• More productive because of greater work satisfaction
• Consideration of environmental issues/social issues like less pollution and  traffic on the road 
• Potentially fewer distractions than in a formal office environment/no wasting time travelling to office
• Telecommuters may prefer less formal environment to work in
• Saves on the cost of travel and clothing suitable for the work environment (✔✔ any two) 

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9.6 

• Update content regularly
• Use catchy titles/informal style
• Ask for and respond to feedback/criticism/comments
• The text should be easy to read/correct spelling
• Use an attractive template/design
• Consistent design/formatting
• Choose an easy URL to remember, if possible
• Make it possible to sign up for RSS
• Write concisely/use short sentences/paragraphs/bulleted lists
• Check quality/quantity/relevance of graphics
• All links should work 

NOTE TO MARKER: (Accept any valid reasons for attracting or maintaining  interest in the blog) (✔✔ any two) 

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9.7 

• Cost 
• Bandwidth/speed of connection should be high
• Wide network coverage
• Whether there are capped and uncapped offerings 
• The services that are offered by the ISP
• Reputation of the ISP
• Whether data is carried over into the next month
• Whether the ISP offers an anti-virus facility
• Whether the ISP is known for a stable connection (✔✔ any two) 

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9.8 

• Can use lots of data/cap
• May not want to accept/install all the updates
• Programs which are not used can update, wasting space on the device 
• Etc. (✔✔ any two) 

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9.9 

9.9.1 

• Scanner 
• Camera
• Scanning mouse (✔ any one) 

1

9.9.2 

OCR ✔
OCR will take a scanned copy/image of a document and convert it  ✔ into an editable document. 

2

9.9.3 

• Not effective if the scanned document is of a low quality
• Not always very accurate
• In some cases it cannot distinguish between text and images
• Language dependent
• Not effective if the quality of the camera is low
• Scanning can be slow - depends on the type of scanner and its  purpose (✔✔any two) 

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10.1 

10.1.1 

• Video Conferencing / video calls ✔
• Taking selfies ✔ 

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10.1.2 

Data connection via Wi-Fi ✔ or SIM card ✔ 
NOTE TO MARKER: Also accept: The tablet can be used for  voice calls as well as to connect to a network 

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10.1.3 

Resolution ✔

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10.1.4 

• Micro SD refers to a type of memory card ✔
• To provide extra storage space ✔ 

2

10.1.5 

It tells you how many (in this instance four) physical CPUs ✔ are  on the chip 
It can split work between the processors making it possible for the  computer to work more efficiently/faster ✔

2 

10.2 

10.2.1 

• Watch multimedia presentations
• Watch short videos/YouTube learning resources
• Take notes (OneNote with stylus)
• Complete electronic assessments (Google Forms)
• Do research
• Capture survey responses
• Reading set work books, etc. 

(✔✔ any two or other acceptable answer) 

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10.2.2 

• Use a filter program
• Activate the safe search option on the search engine
• The educator can download the required web pages and  make them available offline
• The school LAN can restrict access/Use a proxy server/use a  firewall
• Educate learners about the dangers of inappropriate content or  people
• Block personal details of learners if available
• Use aliases (avatars) for learners (✔✔ any two) 

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10.2.3 

• Less paper usage
• Less printing
• Digitization
• Less e-waste
• Lower energy costs
• Etc. (✔✔ any two) 

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10.2.4 

• You can use the zoom touch features (OR Font size) to  increase the size of the text
• You can increase the brightness of the screen
• You can increase the contrast of the screen
• You can use a lighted magnifier glass to increase the virtual  size of the screen
• You can use software to magnify text on the screen
• You can use text-to-speech software (✔✔ any two) 

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10.3 

10.3.1 

• They are not limited to a set amount of data per month 
• They can access the Internet 24/7 without worrying about how  much data you are using (✔✔ any two) 

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10.3.2 

A Hard cap is a type of an account that stops ✔ all Internet  access once the cap limit has been reached while with a Soft cap  the user is allowed some Internet connectivity ✔ after the limit  has been reached 

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10.4 

10.4.1 

• Use software that updates your data automatically
• Backup data only, not programs (have CD or Internet to retrieve these)
• Use external storage medium (external hard drive)
• Keep backup in other location in case of theft, fire, etc.
• Do maintenance of data to have no unnecessary duplicates
• Archive large files not used often
• Check that backup works by opening backed up files once in a while. (✔✔ any two) 

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4

10.4.2 

• Scheduling when to back up the files 
• Choosing to do a full backup of all the files or just those that  have been changed since the last backup
• Compressing the files to save space on the backup media, etc.  (✔✔ any two) 

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