Computer Application Technology Memo 2 (English)

May-June 2025 โ€” Grade 12 / Matric โ€” Computer Application Technology

Memo 2025 Grade 12 English
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Q2โ€” Section header โ€”
1.1Total: [10] Total: [10]10
3.3and 3. andidate s need to provide the correct term, e.g. Motherboard, in order to get the mark Award the mark if the correct answer is given without the word FALSE Do NOT award the mark if only the word FALSE is given without the correct
3.1False, Form (do not accept able\
3.2True
3.3False, Spam
3.4True
3.5False, Knowledge [5] TOTAL SECTION A:5
4.1.1Size of the memory used by the CPU 64 GB
4.1Utility software /Antivirus
4.1.3Reason for using Bluetooth instead of Wi Reason: (1\ Automatic i nstallation makes connection quicker (2\ Two devices are within a short
4.1TWO advantages for having an SSD of 2 TB and an HDD of 4 (1\ Increased storage capacity for files, programs and data (2\ Separate working files and applications (3\ Increase life span of the SSD and drives
4.2Difference between system software and application software System software Application software Manage hardware and system operations Helps users perform specific tasks Runs in the background
4.3Define ite licence site licence agreement allows an institution unlimited installation within the company
4.4Purpose of activation code in software installation (1\ To link the copy of the software to the legal owner (2\ To prevent piracy/the software from being installed on more devices than the agreement allows
4.7TWO limitations of a 3D printer (1\ Model size is limited to the printer size (2\ Not suitable for mass production/It takes long to print objects (3\ Not all objects can be created/printed (4\
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5.1TWO devices shared in a network besides computers (1\ Printer/multifunction device (2\ Router/wireless router/Internet access points (3\ Storage drives/External hard drive (4\
5.3TWO ways fibre optic improve data transmission speed (1\ Light based transmission allows data to travel faster (2\ Higher bandwidth capacity
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5.6TWO reasons for using web based email systems (1\ Accessible from anywhere (2\ Integrates with other cloud services and productivity tools
Q6โ€” Section header โ€”
6.1Focus question question that provides guidance and clarity for the research
6.2ONE other source to collect data excluding printed media (1\ Interviews (2\ Questionnaires/Surveys (3\ Electronic media (webpages, e
6.4TWO ways for using database to analyse and process data (1\ Queries/Reports (2\ Totals (Functions/Formulas\ (3\ Sorting
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7.1ONE way to dispose of computing devices (1\ waste recycling centre (2\ Donate the computer /Resell/Trade in (3\ Reuse certain computer parts
7.2TWO negative effects ICT on humans Physical health: (1\ ncrease obesity
Q8โ€” Section header โ€”
8.1Report feature to display per category Grouping Why use a lookup wizard in database table To create a list of options so that the user can choose Word processing features for navigation in same document
8.7.2THREE reasons for image not displaying (1\ Image is not saved in the same location as the file (3\ ame for the image is incorrect Attribute to include to display 'The Zoo' if picture does not
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9.1.1Identify and explain ONE way candidates can use ICT promote campaign ICT Explanation (1\ Social media
9.1.2TWO ways to avoid falling victim to social engineering (1\ Do not share personal information (e.g. ID number , home address /Do not provide personal
9.2.3ONE hardware issue and ONE solution Issue Solution (1\ Difficult set up (1\
9.3TWO ways to secure the network (1\ Use of encryption/Strong password (2\ Access controls (3\ Firewalls TWO ICT
9.6.2ONE reason to use a chart for feedback (1\ Clearer/Easier to understand the results (2\ Improves visual communication (3\ Highlights key insights (4\ Quick/Easier comparison
Q10โ€” Section header โ€”
10.1.1TWO other input devices instead of barcode scanner (1\ Keyboard (2\ Mouse (3\ Touch Screen
10.1.2TWO troubleshooting methods to determine why barcode scanner is not scanning (1\ Check if the barcode scanner is connected/plugged

Topics Identified

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Word ProcessingSpreadsheetsDatabasesPresentationsProgrammingNetworkingHardware

Mark Allocation

Total150 marks
Sections10 + 10 + 5 + 10 + 15 + 25 + 25 = 100 marks

Paper information

SubjectComputer Application Technology
Year2025
SessionMay-June
TypeMemo
PaperPaper 2
LanguageEnglish
Pages20
Downloads6

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