Computer Application Technology Memo 2 (English)

May-June 2016 — Grade 12 / Matric — Computer Application Technology

Memo 2016 Grade 12 English

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2.1010] [10]10

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3.1TRUE

3.2FALSE, phishing

3.3FALSE, Task Manager

3.4TRUE

3.5FALSE, resolution [5] TOTAL SECTION A:5

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4.1Bluetooth Wi NFC Ethernet cable /Network cable USB Cable Parallel cable /LPT1 SCSI

4.2Driver not installed No paper in the tray/Incorrect paper size selected Paper jam Ink/ oner is finished Not selected as the default printer/Printing to a different printer Print job paused in the queue

4.3Greater functionality on one device Interoperability of some devices Cheaper to buy one device Less clutter on desk space More efficient than using multiple devices (Any two\

4.4/2D barcode code It would be scanned by cell phone\ to reveal the text/information it contains ny suitable example such as URL of school etc.

4.5.1Faster data access Less susceptible to damage /No movable parts Less power consumption Smaller physical size No noise Compatible with many different computer types etc.

4.5.2

4.6is an error mistake in the (programming\ code of the software A virus is software that is written with (deliberate\ malicious intent e.g. corrupting data/software etc.

4.7The Android hone uses an open source operating system Windows phone uses a proprietary operating system. (Note to marker: accept

4.8Printing tasks would automatically be sent to that printer unless another printer is selected

4.9.1The backup may be lost with the original files e.g. if the room burnt down , devices wer e stolen etc.

4.9.2External hard drive/ Magnetic tape NAS (Network attached storage\ Drive (Any one\

4.10

4.11Defragment the drive Run Disk Cleanup Remove malware Delete unused files install the operating system Reduce the number of programs running in the background/that load at start up Updating software/drivers

4.12an be accessed anywhere on any computer with Internet access Saves space on the local machine Web applications are continually updated to new versions Better integration with cloud storage Reduced demand on local processor

4.13Take a picture with a camera/smartphone/tablet Fax to e mail (Any one\ [25

5.1Sharing of hardware Sharing of software /Updates Social networking/ Gaming Sharing an Internet connection Centralised security Centralised data storage

5.2Read receipts eliv ery reports (Any one\ (Note to marker: Accept specific indications of read receipts/ reports in a particular app e.g. Blue

5.3(Online\ Advertising/ads

5.4Range is limited Number of devices that can be linked is limited Potential security issues etc. (Any two\ (Note to marker: Do not accept device/brand compatibility issues\

5.5Video/Audio Streaming Video/Multimedia/VoIP ( Skyping Large downloads Torrents Gaming, etc. (Any two\ (Note to marker: Accept answers that refer to applications of the

5.6Save cap/data bundle Much faster upload/Save time during upload /Single file upload Uses less online storage space (Any two\

5.7Security protocols e.g. https Digital signature Digital certificate Encryption/SSL Firewall Anti spyware /Antivirus

5.8Wi Fi/802.11 a/b/g/n/Wireless

5.9Could carry malware Irritating/Distracting/Annoying Save on bandwidth/data (Any two\

5.10Keeps track of pages visited. (Note to marker: Accept any reference to locating pages previously visited.\

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6.1Survey A set of written/typed questions given to many or a group of people AND Interview: A verbally administered set of questions usually intended for one person (such as an expert\ (Any one\

6.2There are no 'outside' checks concerning what is posted on the Internet/A nyone can post anything, so it could be incorrect Information may be pres nted with bias Information may be out of date (Any two\

6.3.1Copyright Legal restrictions on copying and distribution of intellectual material

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6.4Improved accuracy / Data validation can be done/No issues with handwriting Less time needed for data capture/Respondents may be more likely to comp ete/answer the survey Data can be exported for analysis (e.g.

6.5Neatness/legibility It provides users with a check to see that they filled in the correct number of digits (Any one\

6.6Sorting Grouping Filtering Pivot tables (Any one\ Note to marker: Do not accept 'Functions' or any particular example of a function. [10]10

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7.1Trust issues Lack of access to computers/Digital Divide Connectivity issues Users lack the confidence/skills level to use the services etc. (Any one\

7.2.1

7.2.2The inclusion of the GPS coordinates may alert poachers of where to find the rhino.

7.3Create/use message rules Apply a spam filter Block addresses of known senders of spam Install/use anti spam software Use an ISP that effectively blocks spam o not give your e mail address/G

7.4Adjust the settings of your Facebook account to prevent being tagged (without permission\ in photographs.

7.5Wider audience/publicity Cheap advertising (Immediate\ customer feedback Cheap/E ffective way of communicating directly with customers e.g. advertising etc. Targeted advertising etc.

7.6Use of GPS technology e.g. directions Use of the Internet , e.g. for the entertainment of the passengers Updates to the car software Traffic updates /information direct to the car Remote monitoring for

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8.1.1The lookup value is incorrect /B4 should be A4 The column index of the lookup table is incorrect, should be 2 Note to marker: Accept either the identification of the problem or the correct answer.

8.1.2The error occurs because the formula tries to multiply a number text (a word\.

8.2COUNT counts cells that contains numerical values/numbers COUNTA counts cells that contain any value/that are not empty Formatting only gives the appearance of being rounded off , while the actual value is not changed

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5.0'' ( inches\ (Note to m arker: Accept 5 or 5.0 without the measurement unit

9.1.2A touch screen where more than one touch /finger at the same time can detected

9.1.3Pinch tretch etc. (Any one\ (Note to m arker: Accept any explanation of an action that requires more than

9.1Some of the 16 GB is used for the operating system ther pre installed applications

9.1Insert a (Micro SD\emory card /USB storage device (OTG\ (Note to m arker: Do not accept cloud storage

9.1Familiar user interface/GUI Compatibility of apps Easier transfer of settings, files, etc. (Any two\

9.1Booting the device Provides a user interface Allows for applications to be installed used Memory management Storage management File management Installation and controlling of hardware devices

9.112 MP

9.2Give the old cell phones/parts to someone who can still use them Send to a recycling plant Fix the old cell to be sold etc. (Any two\

9.3RFID tags can be attached to each phone RFID scanners at the door could pick up the RFID tags if the phone leaves the shop and activate an alarm 13

9.4.1mail header is changed so that the\ e mail appears to be from different source

9.4.2User is redirected to different/ fake website even though they enter the correct URL in their web browser

9.4.3Spyware /software which records /reports every keystroke a user makes and reports them to a third party.

9.5.1Server (Note to m arker: Accept specific examples, e.g. proxy server, etc.\

9.5.2Communication medium/Cables Switch/Access points NIC Router (Any two\

9.6Cost is cheaper Distance does not have an impact on cost Calls can be made independent of the type of device the application has been installed on , etc. (Any two\

9.7Easy to navigate /Consistent positioning of controls Intuitiveness Appropriate picture use Colours are easy to distinguish Large buttons/controls Legible fonts Screens should not be cluttered/Effective use of white space

9.8.1Anybody can access a blog without having an e mail address Potential for advertis ing No need to send multiple mails /limit on number of recipients in group e mails

9.8.2Update content regularly Make sure content is relevant/interesting Use atchy titles Provide RSS feed Use pictures/videos that helps support and explain the content

9.9.1Allows for communication between the d evice and the operating system/C ontrol of device (Note to marker: Do not accept plug and play.\

9.9.2install drivers Download correct drivers Replace/Upgrade the operating system on the laptop etc. (Any one\

9.10.1Batteries can go flat/Needs batteries More expensive to purchase Signal interference from other devices etc. (Any two\ (Note to m arker:

9.10.2Designing device /equipment to be comfortable prevent health issues safe to use (Note to marker: Do not accept references to furniture

9.10.3Work during load shedding/periods when the power is off Workers can work at home/Workers can work from any location/Portability /Mobility Occupy less physical space Reduced carbon footprint (Any two\

9.10.4Use a cable lock /chain to desk Lock in a separate safe room Put away in a secure laptop trolley Room should be burglar guarded/gated Install cameras Use biometric security for access to the room

9.1Place the <hr /> tag in the body of the HTML document

9.11Use a font tag Change the <h 1> tags to a d ifferent ('smaller size'\ tags such as <h2> or <h , etc. (Any one\

9.1colour should be color

9.1Memo/Long Text

9.1Unique n umbers are automatically assigned so that there can be no duplicate values 15

9.1Smart should be Smart* "Smart" should be followed by a wildcard Like "Smart*" Smart* should be in both criteria lines/ Criteria for selling price

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Topics Identified

Word ProcessingSpreadsheetsDatabasesProgrammingNetworkingHardware

Mark Allocation

Total150 marks

Sections10 + 5 + 10 + 10 = 35 marks

Paper information

SubjectComputer Application Technology

Year2016

SessionMay-June

TypeMemo

PaperPaper 2

LanguageEnglish

Pages15

Downloads4

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