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2.
3.
Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this
question paper.
4.
5.
SECTION A
QUESTION 1: MATCHING ITEMS
Choose a term/concept from COLUMN B that matches a description in COLUMN A. Write
only the letter (AG) next to the question number (1.11.5) in the ANSWER BOOK, for
example 1.11 G.
COLUMN A
A
COLUMN B
ISP
Router
Wifi
Hotspot
Google docs
(5 x 1)
QUESTION 2: MULTIPLE-CHOICE QUESTION
Various options are given as possible answers to the following questions. Choose the answer
and write only the letter (AD) next to the question number (2.12.5) in the ANSWER BOOK,
for example 2.1 B.
2.1
Which one of the following correctly arranges the networks in ascending order of
size (from smallest to biggest)?
A
B
C
D
2.2
Which one of the following websites does not logically belong with the others?
A
B
C
D
2.3
BidorBuy.
Amazon.
Yahoo!
Kalahari.net
Cc
Mail Merge
Bcc
Attachment
2
2.4
2.5
Adware
Trojan
Spoofing
Firewall
TOTAL SECTION A:
[5]
10
SECTION B
QUESTION 3
The school has decided to network the new office computers. The principal does not know much about
networks, but wants to be involved in the whole process even though in the beginning he needed to be
convinced!
3.1
Discuss two ways in which a network would be beneficial with regard to the above scenario.
3.2
3.3
(2)
(3)
(3)
The secretaries were amazed to see that the network was connected without any cabling and
that everything is connected via wireless.
Discuss one advantage and one disadvantage of having a wireless network rather than a cabled
Network.
(2)
3.4
The principal is concerned other staff members could access confidential files. Name two
ways access to certain files could be restricted in a network
(2)
[12]
QUESTION 4
Once the computers had been networked, they decided to install Internet access. From the research
done they have read about terms such as ADSL, 3G, broadband, iBurst and are quite confused.
4.1
4.1.1 When the governing body saw the cost of ADSL as opposed to that of a
dialup connection they asked why a dialup connection was not chosen
Give two reasons other than cost why ADSL was the better choice of the
school rather than a dial-up connection.
4.1.2 Explain how the cost of a wired connection is calculated.
4.1.3 They were confused by the fact two speeds, as shown below, were
mentioned for the ADSL connection. Explain why the two speeds are listed.
256 kbps / 1 mbps
4.1.4 The teachers requested that they would be allowed to download personal
movies and music files over the weekend. They were refused as they were
told that it would use up the cap too quickly.
Explain what a cap is and why downloading these files would affect it.
4.2
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)
[12]
QUESTION 5
A parent on the Governing Body has raised concerns about safety and security issues now that the
school is connected to the Internet and are considering Internet banking. She asked the school to
make sure that all necessary precautions are taken and that they have a firewall, anti-virus and antispyware software installed.
5.1
The school decides to use online banking to do the banking for the school.
5.2
5.1.1 They see a warning on the banking site about phishing. Explain what
phishing is and discuss one way in which it can occur.
5.1.2 Give two benefits for the school of making use of Internet banking.
5.1.3 Give two ways in which a bank can protect their clients who use online
banking.
The secretaries are informed that anti-virus software has been installed.
5.2.1 Explain clearly to them what a computer virus is.
5.2.2 One of the secretaries asked if she could prevent her PC from being infected
by a virus by not using the Internet. Give her some advice in this regard.
(3)
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)
5.2.3 Explain what is meant by keeping anti-virus software up-to-date and why it
is necessary to do so.
5.3
Why does the school need a firewall if they already have anti-virus software?
Explain your answer by referring to the function of a firewall.
(2)
(2)
5.4
5.5
5.6
5.7
The secretaries complain that the home page on their web browser often changes
without them doing anything. They were told that it could be an indication of
spyware
6.2.1 Why is the general aim of spyware?
6.2.2 Mention one way in which an anti-spyware program works to help you
prevent becoming infected with spyware.
The teachers discuss starting a blog and mailing list for the school.
Briefly explain what each of these terms mean
The school needs to simultaneously send messages to all parents about meetings.
etc.
Name two ways the school can communicate with them using modern
communication technology (without using paper).
One of these secretaries sent the following message to a friend.
To
sarahjohnes@mweb.co.za
Cc
mtetelsapuka@webmail.co.za
Bcc
Subject
Attach Photo.bmp (12.57 MB)
HI GUYS
(1)
(1)
(3)
(2)
(3)
(2)
[26]
TOTAL SECTION B:
75
GRAND TOTAL:
60