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4.13 Why does one need much less memory than storage as described in the advertisement above? Motivate you answer by referring to the different roles that each of them performs in the functioning of a computer. (2) 4.14 Briefly explain the significance of ‘quad core’ in the description of the processor. (1) More and more people are using web-based programs and store their data online on internet servers. The advertisement above refer to 1 TB cloud storage. 4.15 Briefly explain what online (cloud) storage mean. (1) 4.16 Name ONE online storage facility that can be used to back up your data. (1)

Question 5: Internet- and network technologies

Question 7: Social implications

After the Covid-19 pandemic and closing of businesses in your community there are high levels of unemployment. You and your friends decided to rent a space in the local library and to establish a programme for providing community members with computer skills. There are 6 computers available in the library but you will also use mobile devices. You and you friends will also help the participants to create and print CV’s to apply for new jobs.

 INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION 1. This paper consists of 3 sections: SECTION A (25 marks) SECTION B (70 marks) SECTION C (25 marks) 2. Answer all the questions. 3. Read the questions carefully, taking note of the mark allocations. In general, one mark is allocated per fact. A two mark question would therefore require two facts, and so on. 4. Number the answers according to the numbering system used in this question paper. 5. Go to the EXAMCONNECT ROOM immediately if you experience any problems while answering this paper.   Section A   Question 1:  Multiple choice 10 Question 2: True / False 5 Question 3: Matching columns 10 Section B   Question 4:  System technologies 25 Question 5: Internet- and network technologies 15 Question 6: Information management 10 Question 7: Social implications 10 Question 8: Solution development (Word processing / Spreadsheet / Database – Theoretical questions 10 Section C   Question 9: Integrated Scenario 25 TOTAL 120

5.5 An advertisement for a computer specifies that it has an on-board 1000 Gigabit NIC.What does the “1000 Gigabit” refer to? (1) 5.6 Distinguish between the functions of a server and a client in a network. (2) 5.7 A proxy server is commonly found on a network. Give TWO advantages or benefits of using a proxy server. (2) 5.8 What is the main function of a web server? (1)

8.3 a) Indicate which table property will be used to ensure the following outcome by choosing the correct property from the drop-down list: The gender field must always show “M” for male except when “F” for female is entered. [ChooseProperty] (1)

Question 3 – Matching columns Choose a term/concept from the list in the column on the right hand side that matches a description in the left column.

8.3 d) Indicate which table property will be used to ensure the following outcome by choosing the correct property from the drop-down list: There cannot be more that 25 characters in a name field. [ChooseProperty] (1)

5.10 What do we call a website that allows for collaborative creating and editing of web pages?Choose only the name of such a website from the drop down list below. [answer] (1)