IGCSE Information And Communication Technology (0417) — October–November 2024, Paper 12

State two methods that software producers use to enforce software copyright legislation.

A headteacher is sending out emails to her staff. State what is meant by an email group.

A computer uses a number of different generic file formats. Describe each of the following generic file formats. (a) pdf

A desktop computer uses both input and output devices. Compare input and output devices. Your answer should include both similarities and differences.

A computer contains internal memory and backing storage. Both ROM and RAM are examples of internal memory. Explain the differences between ROM and RAM.

A dialogue based interface can be used to program a satellite navigation device in a vehicle. Discuss the benefits and drawbacks of using a dialogue based interface in this…

Describe the processing and the outputs that are used in an expert system.

Phablet computers can be used rather than smartphones. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of using a phablet computer rather than a smartphone.

A router can be used to connect networks and devices to the internet. Identify the other two operations of a router.

An electronic token is used as an authentication method. Explain what is meant by an electronic token.

The secretary of a club writes a monthly newsletter which is sent out to its members. She is considering producing an ePublication of the newsletter. State four characteristics of…

Analysis includes identifying the hardware and software requirements of a new system. Describe other tasks involved in analysis.