AS & A Level Computer Science (9618) — May–June 2023, Paper 12

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Question 1 · 11 marks · Networks - benefits of a LAN

A company has a LAN (local area network). Give two benefits of connecting computers to a LAN.

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Question 2 · 17 marks · Databases - DBMS features and tools

The table contains names and descriptions of DBMS features and tools. Complete the table by writing down the missing names and descriptions. Name Description --- --- Data…

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Question 3 · 6 marks · Assembly language - two-pass assembler

The program is converted into machine code by a two-pass assembler. Draw one or more lines to identify the pass or passes in which each action takes place. Actions: - generates…

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Question 4 · 6 marks · Data representation - binary values and bit patterns

Data in a computer is stored in binary form. State the number of unique binary values that can be represented in 16 bits.

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Question 5 · 15 marks · Processor fundamentals - buses (control bus signals)

The laptop is designed using the Von Neumann model for a computer system. Identify two types of signal that a control bus can transfer.

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Question 6 · 4 marks · Logic gates and logic circuits - drawing logic circuits

Draw the logic circuit for this logic expression: Z = (R XOR S) AND (NOT T NOR P) The answer space provides four input lines labelled R, S, T and P on the left and one output line…

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Question 7 · 16 marks · Software development - program libraries

The developer is writing a new program library to be used by the other team members. Define the term program library.

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