Computer Application Technology Memo 2 (English)

November 2015 — Grade 12 / Matric — Computer Application Technology

Memo 2015 Grade 12 English

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2.10Total: [10] Total: [10]10

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3.1True

3.2False OLE object/attachment

3.3False social engineering

3.4False conditional OR True

3.5True [5] TOTAL SECTION A: [25]5

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3.0GHz CPU 8 GB DDR3 1600 MHz RAM 802.11 a/b/g/n (Any two\ (Note to marker: Accept any valid reference t o the specifications.\

4.2RAM temporarily only holds/ stores programs/data currently being/ waiting to be proce ssed by the CPU

4.3Architect Gamer Scientist/Engineer Programmer oftware developer Photographer Video editor Games developer/designer

4.4.1One device that has the functionality of many devices /Combining functions of multiple devices in a single device

4.4.2Smartphone Cell phone Tablet/Phablet Smart watch Smart TV Multi function printer , etc.

3.0

4.1Anti virus scan running Defragmentation program running Large download occurring /Uploads such as cloud storage sync occurring Accept any issues relating to updates not being done or updates being done and slowing down performance

4.13Central updating/changing of prices More efficient stock control /keep track of goods Much faster process at checkout Facilitates analysis of sales data Greater accuracy/ Fewer

4.14Provide basic security Provide a user interface /GUI Starting up and shutting down a computer Manage software Manage memory ordinate tasks Configure devices/Install drivers

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5.1Much cheaper Call costs the same irrespective of distance Allows for audio and visual transmission /video conferencing Can make calls

5.2Servers p rovide service /resource to client computer Clients request services/resources from servers (Note to marker: Accept examples of specific services/resources generally provided by servers.

5.3WAN GAN WRAN (Any one\

5.4d computing refers to the use of multiple computers/servers for processing/solving problems/ if it is one computer /pooling resources

5.5(URL starts with\ https Part of the a ddress bar turns green The icon/ image of a padlock appearing

5.6pgrade to/install suitable software such as a media player/ plug e.g. Adobe Flash Player, QuickTime, Shockwave player,

5.7.1Downloading is when data is received by you, and uploading is when the data is sent by you. (Note to marker: Accept specific examples of uploading or downloading

5.7.2Downloading is usually faster than uploading /uploading is normally slower than downloading (Note to marker: Learner must specify which one is faster/slower .\

5.8Upload to the nternet/ cloud (DropBox/One Drive/Google Drive, etc.\/w server share a link to the file Use social networking tools that provide file sharing

5.9Previously accessed web pages stored on local machine /hard drive Provides quicker access to web page in the future/Less bandwidth/ data cap is used

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6.1For c ollecting individual perspectives/experiences /opinions Easy/Quick way to gather information from individuals /groups For t argeting specific respondents, etc.

6.2Limit range of possible responses Limit data capturing mistakes Fewer issues with handwriting

6.3Charts/ Graphs Sparklines Wide range unctions /formulas e.g. logical and statistical functions Sorting

6.4Sources via the source manager (Note to marker: Accept Citations Do not accept referencing.

6.5Track changes (Note to marker: anual methods such as shading are not accepted.\

6.6The information cannot be confirmed/corroborated by other sources /no bibliography The author is not an authority in the field/T he author is unknown The information is not curre nt/P

6.7ndicates that the content of the website could have changed since the date it was used /Indicate what the information was on that date 10

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8.1.1Table/Query in a database Spreadsheet /CSV (comma delimited\ file Contacts file e.g. in M icrosoft

8.1.2To act as a placeholder for the merged data o indicate where each data/ field from the source should go /must be added during the merge

8.2.1Must be 60 or older Must not be working Note to marker: o not accept older than 60 for the first mark.\

8.2Blank cell (Note to marker: Accept nothing as an answer. Do not accept if the answer is left blank, i.e. unanswered.

8.3Paste only characters with no formatting Paste as a hyperlink Paste as a link To choose whether to use the source or destination formatting or not To leave out or skip

8.4To c omment document (Note to marker: Accept as an indication of where to put the data.\

8.4None of the content within the HTML comment tag is displayed Note to marker: Accept nothing as an answer.

8.6.1The Stock ID eld has already been et the primary key

8.6.2Validation rule /Combo/List box/Lookup table Note to marker: Do not accept Input mask as an answer.\

8.7.1The criteria in e ach line is treated separately/a s an OR option Place both the criteria in the same line Note to marker: Accept if the candidate draws a diagram correctly reflecting the solution.\

8.7.2Description [15] TOTAL SECTION B: [75] 1415

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9.1Adjustable height /set to correct height/arms at right angles Ability to swivel Wheels for easy movement Lumbar/Back support , etc. (Any one\ (Note to marker:

9.2.1The lowest/minimum possible specifications (hardware/software\ needed for the program to load/run

9.2.2While programs will run with the minimum specifications they will perform optimally with higher specifications Hardware would be relevant/usable for a longer period of time/Will be able to run newer/later versions of software

9.2.3Monitor/Screen/Display

9.2.4More expensive to buy/N ot free Cannot copy or distribute Do not have access to/C annot alter or add to source code Newer versions often need higher hardware specifications Proprietary software sometimes needs higher hardware

9.2.5Remove unwanted programs/files Perform housekeeping to remove duplicate files Move/Archive unused/large files to a different storage device/the cloud Remove temporary/cached files Uninstall operating system features/components not required

9.2.6Limited functions available /Less functionality Uses data/cap/data bundle Must have Internet connectivity Can drastically slow down the Internet connection speed when many people are using the programs

9.3Service packs contain all patches/updates released to date/Patches and updates do not have to be done indivi dually /fixes bugs Improved security options/New features included Ensures that all available patches/updates (to that point\ have been

9.4.1Print directly from memory cards Allows a variety of media types to be used Saves time by not having to log on and send to the printer Can use printer without logging on. Do not even need to have printer connected to a

9.4.2Filter/Pivot Table (Note to marker: Do not accept sorting.\

9.4.3Use print preview before printing roofread electronically Print multiple pages on a single piece of paper Print on both sides of a page mail documents/Use cloud storage Reduce font sizes Only print sections needed and not full documents, etc.

9.4.4Refill the cartridge Return to manufacturer/seller /dispose of it in an eco friendly way Take to a recycling facility/Take to a refurbishing/ manufacturing company, etc. (Any two\ 16

9.5.1On manufacturer/ third party website /On the nternet Already part of /supported by

9.5.2(a\ Colour depth refers to the number of colours that can be recognised by the scanner (b\

9.6.1More u date information Potentially wider range of information Easier to narrow down search/results Already in electronic format/ quicker to manipulate Easier to share/distribute information Many learners can access the same resources at the sam

9.6.2Firewall

9.6.3A website (web page\ that allows multiple users to add/edit content directly on the website.

9.7.1Can easily lose/damage a flash drive Flash drives have a limited life span Basic versions of cloud storage are free Can access the information from any computer connected to the Internet/No need to carry around a flash drive

9.7.2Synch ronisation/Synching functionality Set r eminders Use scheduling utility/scheduling option on backup software etc. (Any one\

9.8.1Webcam Microphone (Any one\

9.8.2Access to nteract with expert teachers (without having to travel\ Saves travel costs/time Teacher can teach to a wider audience Lesson can be recorded/Re used, etc. (Any two\ (Note to marker: Do not accept answers that are common to

9.8.3Need not wait for entire download to finish before watching it Live feeds can be streamed Do not need to have the storage required to save large videos before watching (Any one\

9.8.4Potentially better quality images/video No/Less need for darkened conditions Can use video conferencing features provided with some of these devices Limited lamp life No need for a separate projection

9.9.1Prevent theft/Expensive asset/Potential loss of data if stolen Only staff with correct credentials will have access to the room/machine Security reasons/Easier to control access to a separate room, etc.

9.9.2Injury to your finger will reduce the effectiveness of the biometric sensor Some users have fingerprints which are not recognised/no fingerprints Person has to be physically present to be added to the system

9.1Relevant data can be more easily extracted using queries / Easier to perform queries/more facilities for querying Professional reports can easily be created /Better reporting facilities Ease of capturing

9.11.1Currency (Note to marker: Do not accept Number only. Accept number formatted to currency.\

9.11.2Short Text/Text (Note to marker: Do not accept Number/Memo/Long text.\

9.11.3Memo/Long Text

9.11.4OLE object/ ttachment (Note to marker: Do not accept yperlink or 'attachment' as the picture must be stored in the field itself.\

9.1Create a query hat sorts the amounts elect the option to choose the top 10 highest amounts Sort the table according to the total nd select the top 10 and c opy the top 10

Topics Identified

Word ProcessingSpreadsheetsDatabasesProgrammingNetworkingHardware

Mark Allocation

Total150 marks

Sections10 + 10 + 5 + 25 + 10 + 15 + 75 + 50 + 150 = 350 marks

Paper information

SubjectComputer Application Technology

Year2015

SessionNovember

TypeMemo

PaperPaper 2

LanguageEnglish

Pages19

Downloads2

Examination context

Decade2010s

Years ago11y

SeasonSpring (SH)

Start dayThursday

Exam periodNovember 2015

Days since exam4,007

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