IGCSE Information And Communication Technology (0417) — October–November 2023, Paper 12

Tick (✓) one external device. A sound card B pen drive C motherboard D ROM

A computer system uses both analogue and digital data. Explain what is meant by analogue data.

Identify three different network communication devices and describe what each one does.

A teacher is creating a database for a class library. The teacher types the details of each book into the database. Records entered include: Booknumber, Nameofbook, Publisher,…

A group of pupils is planning to create a newsletter for a history project. The group can either use a smartphone or a phablet computer. Explain what is meant by a phablet…

Many teachers use multimedia projectors in their lessons. State two health issues associated with the use of multimedia projectors.

A video of a race can be recorded using a camera either on an autonomous flying vehicle (drone) or in a helicopter. A person would be needed in the helicopter to operate the…

State the most appropriate storage medium from its description. A storage medium that stores data on the internet.

A hospital administrator enters data from medical forms into a database. Validation and verification are both used when entering data to minimise errors. Explain what is meant by…

The manager of the Tawara Hotel has decided to computerise the hotel's room booking system. The new booking system will allow customers to book rooms online using an app on their…

A clothing retailer only sells its clothes on the internet. Discuss the benefits and drawbacks to the clothing retailer of using internet shopping.

The manager of a sports club is designing an online form for members to enter their personal details. The form must be accessible to all members of the club. State four…