Network Issues (Cambridge (CIE) IGCSE ICT): Exam Questions

25 mins6 questions
13 marks

A headteacher is planning to hold a video-conference with headteachers from other schools.

The headteachers already have basic internet connected desktop computer systems including a monitor, keyboard and mouse.

Identify three pieces of additional hardware they need in order to participate in a videoconference.

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23 marks

A headteacher is planning to hold a video-conference with headteachers from other schools.

A technician is setting up the hardware for the video-conference.

State three tasks the technician would need to do to set up the hardware for the videoconference.

You can assume that the hardware required has already been purchased.

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33 marks

Many young people play online games.

One problem with online gaming is that it is easy to give out personal details accidentally. Some users create weak passwords which could lead to their personal details being accessed.

Write down three rules that should be applied when setting a strong password.

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44 marks

Keeping data secure is very important in any computer system. Many organisations use encryption when sending data.

Another way of protecting data in a computer system is to use passwords.

Identify methods to prevent hackers from gaining knowledge of someone’s password.

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56 marks

A student has set up a password for his laptop computer. The password he has chosen is Px2zY!Cg3?bd

Discuss the benefits and drawbacks of using this password.

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66 marks

A systems analyst has been asked to carry out an analysis of a company’s current computer system.

Members of the team can use video-conferencing to join business meetings from different locations around the world.

Describe, giving reasons, three disadvantages of using video-conferencing for business meetings rather than meeting in person.

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