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The document discusses chapters in an ICT theory textbook, including types of computer hardware and software, input/output devices, storage devices and networks. It provides questions to test understanding of these topics, along with spaces for answers. Specific components discussed include the CPU, motherboard, hard drive, sound and graphics cards. Input devices mentioned include the keyboard, mouse, webcam and microphone.

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ICT IGCSE Theory

Revision Questions

Chapter 1: Types & Components of a Computer System


Chapter 2: Input & Output Devices
Chapter 3: Storage Devices and Media
Chapter 4: Networks
Chapter 5: The Effects of Using ICT

Name: Aldemar Felipe Infante Torres


Chapter 1: Types & Components of a Computer System

What is the difference between Hardware and software?


Hardware is a general term for the physical components that make up a computer
system, while software is a general term for the programs that control the computer
system.

Briefly describe the purpose of the following hardware components:


Central Processing Is the part of the computer that interprets and executes
Unit (CPU): the commands from the computer hardware and
software.
Motherboard: It allows the processor and other computer hardware to
function and communicate with each other.

Internal Hard Disk: Are one of the main methods for storing data, files
(text, photos and music) and most of the system and
application software
Sound Card: Provides a computer with the ability to produce sounds.

Graphics Card: Allows the computer to send graphical information to a


video display device such as a monitor, television or
projector.
What are the differences between ROM & RAM?
ROM: RAM:
Is a memory used to store information Is an internal chip where data is
that needs to be permanent. temporarily stored when running
applications.

What are the differences between Application & System Software?


Application: System:
Programs that allow the user to do Programs that allow the hardware to run
specific tasks. properly and allow the user to
communicate with the computer.
Examples with use: Examples with use:
Word Processing - Used to prepare Compiler - translates a program written in a
reports, school essays high-level language (HLL) into machine
used to code
spreadsheet - organise and manipulate linkers - takes one or more object files
numerical produced by a compiler and combines them
data into a single program
Database - used to organise, manipulate
and analyse data

What is measure and control software used for?


Is designed to allow a computer or microprocessor to interface with sensors.

What are the main functions of an operating System?


Is essentially software running in the background of a computer system.
What are the differences between the CLI & GUI interfaces?
CLI: GUI:

Advantages: Advantages:

Disadvantages: Disadvantages:

Describe the four main features of the graphical user interface?

W
I
M
P

What are the differences between Main Memory and Backing Storage? (4)
Main Memory (ROM/RAM/Cache): Backing Storage:

Type of computer and use: Advantages Disadvantages


Personal Computer:

Laptop:

Tablet:

Smart Phone:
Chapter 2: Input & Output Devices
Describe the role of an Input Device? (1) List 2 Examples:

Describe the role of an Output Device? (1) List 2 Examples:



Describe the role of a Sensor? (1) List 3 Examples:




Why does a computer not understand Physical Variables (real world) read from
Sensors? (3)

Describe the role of an Actuator? (1) List 3 Examples:




Input Device USE: Advantage Disadvantage


Numeric Key
Pad

Mouse

Touch Pad

Web Camera

Microphone

Light Pen
OMR: Use: Advantage:

OCR: Use: Advantage:

MICR: Use: Advantage:

Keyboard: Disadvantage of Using a Keyboard to input data over the direct data
input devices?

Magnetic Strip Advantages Disadvantages


Readers

Use:

Chip and Pin Readers Advantages Disadvantages

Use:

Contactless Cards Advantages Disadvantages

Use:

RFID (Radio Advantages Disadvantages


Frequency
Identification)
Use:

Type of Printer: Use Advantages Disadvantages


Dot Matrix:

Inkjet Printer:

Laser Printer:

3D Printer

Wide Format
Printer/Plotter

Compare the use of Magnetic Strip Reader, Chip and Pin Reader, Contactless Cards
Point, barcode scanner and number pad at the POS (Point of Sale)?

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