IGCSE Information And Communication Technology (0417) — October–November 2024, Paper 13

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Question 1 · 8 marks · Storage devices and media / memory

A computer can use both ROM and RAM. State the characteristics of: (i) ROM

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Question 2 · 11 marks · File formats

A computer can use different generic file formats. Describe each of the following generic file formats. (i) csv

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Question 3 · 6 marks · Storage devices and media

Many people use portable solid-state drives (SSD) rather than portable hard disk drives (HDD). Compare SSDs and HDDs. Your answer should include both similarities and differences.

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Question 4 · 15 marks · Networks / network hardware

A number of different communication devices can be connected to a network. Explain how the following devices operate. (i) Switch

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Question 5 · 8 marks · Health and safety

Repetitive strain injury (RSI) and eye strain can be caused by using a computer. Taking breaks is one strategy for reducing these health issues. State two causes of repetitive…

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Question 6 · 6 marks · Types and components of computer systems

Smartphones and desktop computers can be used to play video games. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of using a smartphone rather than a desktop computer to play video…

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Question 7 · 8 marks · Applications of ICT / school management systems

Schools can use School management systems. Describe the inputs, processing and outputs required by a School management system to show learner performance.

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Question 8 · 8 marks · Validation and verification

The manager of a plant nursery has asked a systems analyst to create a new database system to store information about his plants. This new database system needs to store the…

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Question 9 · 4 marks · Web authoring / web development layers

Circle two web development layers. Behaviour Body CSS Display Head HTML Presentation Surface

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Question 10 · 6 marks · Types of user interface

A gesture based user interface can be used in gaming devices to play games. Describe the benefits and drawbacks of using a gesture based interface in this scenario.

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