PROVINCIAL EXAMINATION COMPUTER APPLICATIONS …

PROVINCIAL EXAMINATION

COMPUTER APPLICATIONS TECHNOLOGY

PAPER 2

JUNE 2015

GRADE 11

MARKS: 120

TIME: 2½ HOURS

This paper consists of 11 pages

CAT/Gr11/P2 MP/June 2015 NCS

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INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION 1. This question paper consists of SECTION A, SECTION B and SECTION C.

2. Answer ALL questions.

3. Read ALL the questions carefully.

4. Start EACH question on a NEW page.

5. Number the answers correct according to the numbering system used in this paper.

6. Write neatly and legibly.

QUESTION Estimated Time in min

Marks

SECTION A 20 Question 1 - Multiple-choice 10 10 Question 2 - Matching-items 5 5 Question 3 - Correct term/word 5 5 SECTION B 60 Question 4 - System Technologies 20 20 Question 5 - Internet And Network Technologies 12 12 Question 6 - Information Management 8 8 Question 7 - Social Implications 8 8 Question 8 - Solution Development 12 12 SECTION C 40 Question 9 - Integrated Scenario 40 40 TOTAL 120 120


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SECTION A QUESTION 1 Choose an item/word from COLUMN B to fit the description in COLUMN A. Write ONLY the letter (A – M) next to the question number (1.1 – 1.10) in the ANSWER SCRIPT, for example 1.1 M.

COLUMN A COLUMN B 1.1 Webcam A Processing speed is measured in

this unit.

1.2 Touch screen cell phone B A group of computer devices that are connected by one or other communication medium.

1.3 Online Storage C

Software that tries to monitor and track the way you use your computer. It then sends this information off to third parties – without your consent or knowledge.

1.4 Primary Memory D A hardware device used to connect computers in a network so that communication can occur.

1.5 Network E

A digital camera that can be connected to your computer for taking and sending digital images directly from the computer.

1.6 GHz F Hardware components that performs all calculations and executes instructions.

1.7 Switch G

Some examples of online data storage services that provide cost-effective storage for data „in the cloud‟.

1.8 WLAN H The amount of data that can be downloaded via radio waves.

1.9 Spyware I Adds mobility for users with mobile devices such as laptops and smartphones.

1.10 Key logger J

Modern communication technology where many options can be chosen by touching the icons on screen.

K

Software that records your keystroke as you type in an attempt to find out what your usernames and passwords are.

L Is measured in Gigabytes M Internet

(1 x 10) [10]


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QUESTION 2 Various options have been provided as possible answers to the following questions. Choose the most appropriate answer and write only the letter (A – D) next to the question number (2.1 – 2.5) in the ANSWER BOOK, for example 2.6 E. 2.1 The type of computer that, for example, processes 280,6 trillions of data per second

and that is usually used by large scientific and research institutions, is known as a _______.

A file server B super computer C client server D mainframe computer 2.2 New technology makes it possible for the police and licence department to import

people‟s fingerprints electronically into the system. This method is known as _____ input. A biometric

B terminal C digital D optimal 2.3 Which keys should you press to open Task Manager? A Alt + Ctrl

B Ctrl + Alt + enter C Alt + PrtSc (Print Screen) D Ctrl + Alt + Del 2.4 The term „bandwidth‟ refers to _____ A the amount of data that can be downloaded via radio waves B the maximum amount of data that can be transferred at any time via an

Internet connection C the number of minutes you use while online D the method you use to connect to the Internet 2.5 If you want all your documents to conform to the same „pattern‟ with regard to, for

example, colour, font and effects, you should apply a specific ___ A theme

B page background C watermark D page border (1 x 5) [5]


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QUESTION 3 Give the correct word/term that matches the description. Write down the WORD/TERM next to the question number. 3.1 A hardware device used to protect a computer against power surges and

spikes as well as power outages.

3.2 A measurement of printing speed. 3.3 A type of memory board comprises of RAM chips mounted on a circuit

board.

3.4 A computer that provides shared resources, such as files, e-mail and Internet facilities or printers to network users.

3.5 The placing and formatting of letters/text on paper/web pages. (1 x 5) [5] TOTAL SECTION A: [20]


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SECTION B QUESTION 4 – SYSTEM TECHNOLOGIES 4.1 Refer to the diagram and explain how a computer works. (8) 4.2 What is the difference between a dedicated and a general computer? (2) 4.3 What is meant when they refer to „dual core‟ or „quad core‟ when a CPU

is described? (3)

4.4 What influences the QUALITY of the image on a screen? (3) 4.5 What is „Print Spooling‟? (1) 4.6 Name three advantages of Touch Screens. (3) [20] QUESTION 5 INTERNET AND NETWORK TECHNOLOGIES 5.1 Define the term “AUP”. (2) 5.2 Discuss two reasons for having an AUP. (2) 5.3 List three possible disadvantages of using a LAN (3) 5.4 List two possible advantages of using a Wireless network. (2) 5.5 Briefly describe the main function of a proxy server. (2) 5.6 What does „NIC‟ stand for? (1) [12]


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QUESTION 6 INFORMATION MANAGEMENT The school management team are concerned about learners spending too much time on social networking sites such as Facebook. They are also concerned about the dangers that these sites pose and are considering informing parents about it and asking the network administrator at school to block access to these sites. The learner has to investigate social networking and write a report to the school management team on his or her findings and make recommendations to support this consideration or not. 6.1 What social problem is being addressed in this task definition? (2) 6.2 Who is the target audience? (2) 6.3 Where would you find information to address this problem? (2) 6.4 In which ways can you represent your findings? (2) [8] QUESTION 7 SOCIAL IMPLICATIONS 7.1 Name two alternatives to a mouse that can be used by physically

challenged people. (2)

7.2 What is Biometric Input and give one example of such a device. (2) 7.3 Your company advertises for a person to set up users on the network,

fix problems with computers and connectivity and perform other network tasks. What job title would they have to use in the advertisement?

(1)

7.4 What is „Phishing‟? (2) 7.5 A laptop computer will temporarily switch to this mode in order to save

electricity. What do we call this? (1)

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QUESTION 8 SOLUTION DEVELOPMENT 8.1 Explain the following breaks as used in „Word‟. 8.1.1 Page break (1) 8.1.2 Column Break (1) 8.1.3 Continuous Section break (1) 8.2

(1) 8.2.1 Which „Word‟ function is being used above?

8.3

(3) 8.3.1 Write down the formula that you would use in cell C11 to get

the answer 2. 8.3.2 When would you use the COUNTA function? (1)


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8.4

8.4.1 Which field size would you limit to 13? (1) 8.4.2 What view is displayed in this screen shot? (1) 8.5

8.5.1 Why has the data type of cell phone number been changed to „text‟ and not „number‟?

(1)

8.5.2 What is the function of the Primary key? (1) [12]

TOTAL SECTION B: [60]


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SECTION C QUESTION 9 INTEGRATED SCENARIO William wants to buy a new computer. He sees two advertisements in the paper and is not sure of the meaning of all the information. Help him by answering the questions that follow below. COMPUTER A

Windows Vista Home Basic Intl Celeron D420 processor 1.6 GHz

1 024 MB RAM 160 GB HDD

Super Multi DVD RW 56 K Modem & 10/100 Ethernet

4-in-1 memory card reader 1 Year guarantee

COMPUTER B Windows 7 Home Premium

Intel Core i3 processor 2.13 GHz 2 048 MB RAM 250 GB HDD

DVDRW Modem & 10/100 Ethernet 8-in-1 memory card reader

1 Year guarantee 9.1 Which two operating systems are mentioned in the advertisements? (2) 9.2 Explain whether these are related systems and/or what the difference

is. (2)

9.3 What does Intel refer to? (1) 9.4 Which one of the two computers will operate at the highest speed? (1) 9.5 How much primary memory does computer A have? Your answer must

be in GB. (1)

9.6 How much secondary memory does computer B have? (1) 9.7 How much more is this than in the case of computer A? (1) 9.8 What does HDD stand for? (1) 9.9 What does the abbreviation DVD RW stand for? (1) 9.10 Name two functions of a modem. (2) 9.11 According to the information in the advertisements, which external

secondary storage medium can also be used? (1)

9.12 Which computer would be the most expensive? Motivate your answer. (3) 9.13 Can we use Computer A to store data on line? Explain your answer. (3) 9.14 William has inserted his flash drive into the computer. However the

computer does not show the flash drive as being connected. Name 3 steps you could follow to troubleshoot the problem. (3)

9.15 Name four functions of William‟s smart phone. (4) 9.16 William chooses the password “William”, but his friend is not happy

with his choice. Why not? Refer to the guidelines of a good password. (3)


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9.17 William wants to buy a digital camera.

9.17.1 List four factors to consider when buying a digital camera. (4) 9.17.2 List four advantages of a digital camera. (4) 9.18 William needs to draw money for his new digital camera.

Name two sources or sensors built into this machine. (2)

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TOTAL SECTION C: [40]

TOTAL : 120

PROVINCIAL EXAMINATION

COMPUTER APPLICATIONS TECHNOLOGY

PAPER 2

MEMORANDUM

JUNE 2015

GRADE 11

MARKS: 120

TIME: 2½ HOURS

CAT/Gr11/P2/Memo MP/June 2015

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This paper consists of 7 pages

SECTION A QUESTION 1 QUESTION 2 1.1 E 2.1 B 1.2 J 2.2 A 1.3 G 2.3 D 1.4 L 2.4 B 1.5 B 2.5 A 1.6 A 1.7 D 1.8 I 1.9 C 1.10 K (1 x 10) [10] (1 x 5) [5]

QUESTION 3 . 3.1 Uninterruptable Power Supply (UPS) 9

3.2 Ppm 9 (page per minute)

3.3 DIMM (Dual inline memory module) 9

3.4 Server 9

3.5 Typography 9 (1 x 5) [5] TOTAL SECTION A: [20]


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SECTION B QUESTION 4 SYSTEM TECHNOLOGIES 4.1 x Input9 – receives input from mouse or keyboard9

x Processing 9 - Processed by CPU 9 x Output 9 - produced in the form of printouts or screen images 9 x Storage 9 - processed data stored for later use 9

8 4.2 Dedicated computer: Designed to perform a specific task 9

General computer: Performs various tasks 9

2 4.3 x It is an indication of the number of CPU's that are on the chip. 9

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x A "Dual core" has two CPU's, which can split the work between the two CPUs and therefore make the computer more effective9

x A Quad core has four CPU's on the chip. 9 4.4 x The Video card inside the computer.

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x Colour depth. x Refresh rate (response time) x Contrast ratio. x Resolution.

9 9 9 [any three] 4.5 Documents that wait in a queue to be printed. 1 4.6 x Can serve as a mouse and keyboard.

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x More screen space, no space needed for keyboard. x Not a lot of training needed. x Allows for input such as ‘drawing’. x Makes provision for actions such as swiping, pinching, expanding.

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QUESTION 5 INTERNET AND NETWORK TECHNOLOGIES 5.1 It is a policy 9 for the acceptable use of networks. 9 2 5.2 x Clearly list what the users are permitted and not permitted to do.

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x Include basic netiquette rules and responsible computer usage. x Serve as a contract between the organisation and user

summarising what they can and can’t do’. x Place the responsibility of using the network in a responsible and

ethical way, on the user. 99 [Any two]

5.3 x A LAN/WLAN can be expensive to install and maintain.

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x A network administrator is often necessary to manage the network. x Network security must be maintained to ensure that the data on the

network is kept secure. x If the file server is faulty, nobody has access to their files.

99 9 [Any three] 5.4 x easy to add or move computers.

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x Installation is easier. x Easy to provide network connectivity in areas where it is difficult to

lay cables. x Adds mobility for users with mobile device.

9 9 [Any two] 5.5 Allows user to connect to the internet9 so security can be implemented.9 2 5.6 Network interface card/controller. 9 1

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QUESTION 6 INFORMATION MANAGEMENT 6.1 Learners spending too much time on social networking sites. 9 9 2 6.2 The school management team. 9 9 2 6.3 x Internet.

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x Questionnaire. x Interviews. x Magazines.

99 Any reasonable answer 6.4 x Power Point Presentation.

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x Web Page. x Report.

99 Any reasonable answer [8]

QUESTION 7 SOCIAL IMPLICATIONS 7.1 x Joystick.

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x Touchpad. x Trackpad. x Touch screen.

99 [any two] 7.2 Biometric input involves measuring unique biological features of a

person9 Example: Fingerprints, iris, voice 9 2

7.3 Network administrator. 9 1 7.4 Phishing is a computer malware program 9 that is designed to steal

personal information and can lead to identity theft. 9 2 7.5 Hibernate. 9 1

[8] QUESTION 8 SOLUTION DEVELOPMENT 8.1.1 Starts text on a new page9 1 8.1.2 Starts text in a new column 9 1 8.1.3 Starts a new section on the same page9 1 8.2.1 Multi-level list9 1 8.3.1 =COUNTIF9(C2:C9,9 10) 9 3 8.3.2 If you want to count cells that contain text or numeric values9 1 8.4.1 ID Number 9 1 8.4.2 Design view 9 1 8.5.1 If it was number, the 0 in front would be discarded. 9 1 8.5.2 The Primary key is a field that identifies each record with a unique

value. 9 1

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TOTAL SECTION B: [60]


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SECTION C QUESTION 9 INTEGRATED SCENARIO 9.1 Windows Vista Home Basic [3] and Windows 7 Home Premium [3] 2 9.2 Vista is the older edition [3] of the Windows operating system, they are

related, but Win 7 Home Premium will be able to perform more tasks than [3] Home Basic.

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9.3 To one of the manufacturers of microchips/processors 9 1 9.4 Computer B 9 1 9.5 1 GB 9 1 9.6 250 GB 9 1 9.7 90 GB 9 1 9.8 Hard Disk Drive9 1 9.9 Digital Video Disc Rewritable 9 1 9.10 To send faxes via telephone line [3] and to connect to the Internet via

telephone line or dial-up. [3] 2

9.11 Memory card (also accept CD) 9 1 9.12 Computer B, [3] because it has an i-series processor [3] that processes

data much faster than the outdated Celeron and it has more memory (primary & secondary). [3]

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9.13 Yes [ 3] It has a Modem [3] and Ethernet [3] 3 9.14 x Use the correct way to remove the flash drive

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x Remove and refit the flash drive

x Try in a different computer

x Search for a new driver 999 [any 3] 9.15 x Browse the internet

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x Send and receive e-mails

x Use as a MP3 player

x Use as a camera

x Can act as a modem for your as a laptop

x Can load extra programs, e.g. games

x Wireless connection 9999 [any 4] 9.16 x The password is less than 8 characters 9

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x It does not have a mixture of characters 9

x You should not use a name 9

x No family names

x Not your pet’s name 999 [any 3] 9.17.1 x Resolution and size of sensor 4


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x Storage capacity

x Zoom facility

x Connection to a computer

x ISO rating

x Colour depth

x Sensor size 9999 [any 4]

9.17.2 x Don’t have to buy films

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x Can view pictures immediately

x Can erase pictures

x Load pictures to computer

x Don’t have to have all pictures developed

x Can take a lot of pictures

x No need to scan, already in digital format

x Can edit pictures

x Can also be used as a video camera 9999 [any 4]

9.18 x Car reader slot.

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x Numeric keypad &menu choice buttons.

x Modem or network connector.

x Touch screen.

x Money counter.

x Money deposit slot. 99 [any 2]

[40] TOTAL SECTION C: 40

TOTAL : 120

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