IGCSE Computer Science (0478) — October–November 2024, Paper 12

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Question 1 · 3 marks · 6.1 Types of software

Different types of software can be run on a computer. State what is meant by software.

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Question 2 · 7 marks · 1.4 Units of measurement

Data storage can be measured using different units of measurement. Identify the name of the smallest unit of measurement of data.

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Question 3 · 13 marks · 1.1 Number systems

A user enters data that is hexadecimal into a computer system. The data is converted to binary to be processed by the computer. Give one similarity between hexadecimal and binary.

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Question 4 · 13 marks · 3.1 Input and output devices

A student has a smartwatch. The smartwatch has built-in input and output devices. Identify two input devices that can be built into the smartwatch.

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Question 5 · 12 marks · 2.1 Data transmission / Error detection

A barcode scanning system uses a check digit to check for errors in data on input. Explain how the barcode scanning system operates to check for errors.

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Question 6 · 6 marks · 3.2 Central processing unit (CPU)

The table contains names and descriptions of components in a central processing unit (CPU). Complete the table by giving the missing component names and descriptions. Component…

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Question 7 · 14 marks · 4.1 The internet and the world wide web / URL

A student enters the uniform resource locator (URL) for a web page into their tablet computer. State what is meant by a URL.

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Question 8 · 7 marks · 7.1 Sensors

A robot vacuum cleaner uses sensors to navigate around obstacles in a room. Tick (✓) one box to show which sensor would be the most suitable for this purpose. [ ] A proximity [ ]…

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