Study Opportunities

November 2018

COMPUTER APPLICATIONS TECHNOLOGY

Grade 11
Paper 2 – Written
MEMORANDUM

TIME: 3 HOURS MARKS: 150

This memorandum consists of 8 pages (cover page included)

Question 1

1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 1.8 1.9 1.10
K I P R N E Q G M B
Point-
iOS Metadata Now EFT and- iPad AUP OneDrive Path Switch
Shoot
         

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Question 2
[ Note: Accept correct answers even if ‘False’ is not stated ]
2.1 False — template 
(1)
2.2 False — PDF 
(1)
2.3 True 
(1)
2.4 False — section 
(1)
2.5 False — aspect 
(1)

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Question 3

3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.6 3.7 3.8 3.9 3.10
B C D C D B A D C B
         

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General guideline
For some questions there may well be other answers that are correct, but that are not listed in the
memo. Please check / google, and use own discretion.

Question 4: System Technologies and Implications

4.1 Any TWO input devices of: 

 Touchpad
 Accelerometer
 Camera

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  Microphone
[ Also accept: GPS, cellular data, touch screen (which is built into all-in-ones) – often
classified as desktops ]
(2)
4.2 Servers must provide services to other computers on the network 
(1)
4.3.1 Biological feature of a person 
[ Accept specific examples, e.g. fingerprint, iris of eye ]
(1)
4.3.2 It cannot easily be copied or shared with others (only the authorised person gets access) /
biological feature measured is unique to a person 
(1)
4.4 Any TWO reasons of: 
 Large files may be difficult to access (or unusable) over a slow connection
 Large amount of cap used to transfer big files (i.e. bandwidth costs)
 May have to pay for extra storage space

(2)
4.5.1 Takes longer to retrieve files / Computer becomes slower / poor performance 
(1)
4.5.2 Formatting erases all data on the disk 
(1)
4.5.3 Disk defragmenter 
(1)
4.6 Any ONE way of: 
 Download updates from website
 Subscribe to the software (e.g. using Office 365)

(1)
4.7 Any TWO advantages of: 
 Don’t have to download or install anything
 Software does not take up space on local storage
 Server CPU may be more powerful than your own CPU
 Can use the software from any computer anywhere in the world (provided internet
access)

(2)
4.8.1 CPU / Processor  GHz 
(2)
4.8.2 Lower value = minimum requirement  higher value = recommended requirement 
[ Accept explanations that describe the effect or ‘meaning’ of each requirement, i.e. poor
performance vs acceptable / good performance ]

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4.8.3 Resolution 
(1)
4.8.4 Any TWO reasons of: 
 To download the software
 To activate / register the software
 To be able to use / access certain features (e.g. media files, templates)
 To keep the software up to date
 It might be an online software package, etc.

(2)
4.9.1 All files with extension .xlsx (i.e. all Excel files) 
(1)
4.9.2 Add more ‘known’ letters to the search (when using wildcards) / specify more options
when specifying file properties (e.g. date range, approx. size) 
(1)
4.10 Save the file under a different name / in a different location (folder or drive) 
(1)
4.11 To check a drive for errors (and try to fix them) 
(1)
4.12 Files are moved off the main system (onto a secondary storage device) 
(1)

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Question 5: Internet and Network Technologies

5.1 So that it would only be available to the organisation’s employees 

(1)
5.2 Any ONE advantage of: 
 Can access their files even if there are network problems (network slow, or ‘down’)
 File access may be quicker (e.g. if network is ‘busy’)
 Can ‘hide’ certain files from eyes of network administrator
Any ONE disadvantage of: 
 Must implement their own backup policy
 Cannot (usually) access their files from any other computer on the network (unless the
necessary shares are set up – hassle to do this, and not usually done in a classroom
network)

(2)
5.3.1 The device has a wireless adapter / can be used to connect wireless devices / can be
used to implement a WiFi network 
(1)
5.3.2 The speed that the (wireless) network is capable of 
(1)
5.4 Any ONE advantage (besides speed) of: 
 Fibre cables can span much longer distances
 Fibre is immune to eavesdropping
 Fibre is not affected by electrical sources (EMI)

(1)
5.5 The (physical) size of the organisation / the distances between buildings (larger premises
need more access points) 
[ Also accept: obstructions / interference ]
(1)
5.6 Any TWO tips (besides formatting links in a consistent, standard way) of: 
 Links should be easy to locate
 Links should appear in a constant position on the pages
 Link should be short
 Links should be easy to understand
 There should be no ‘broken’ links (that do not work)

(2)
5.7.1 WiFi 
(1)
5.7.2 To enable a computer / tablet / other smartphone to connect to the internet 
(1)

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5.8 Any ONE example of a mobile / cellular phone technology of: 
3G / 4G (LTE) [ Accept older ones such as EDGE ]
Any ONE example of a SA company that provides such a service of: 
Cell C / MTN / Telkom / Vodacom
(2)
5.9 If one needs to send the same email to more than one person 
One can send the email to the group (using the group name), instead of sending a
separate email to each person 
(2)

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Question 6: Information Management

6.1 To get clarity on what (exactly) needs to be done / To better understand the task 
[ Accept equivalent responses ]
(1)
6.2 It can be answered directly with a fact / Limited number of possible responses 
(1)
6.3 Any ONE advantage of: 
 Can answer any questions or uncertainties relating to the survey
 Can target specific categories of people (age / gender)
 Can be ‘area-specific’ (get responses relating to a specific local condition / issue)
 Can limit the number of responses (if so required), etc.

(1)
6.4 The imported data will update automatically if the source (original) data is changed 
(1)
6.5.1 There are commas between the separate pieces of data 
(1)
6.5.2 (a) The 2nd column of the spreadsheet should have been deleted 
(1)
(b) A row should have been inserted at the top of the spreadsheet, 
naming the contents of each column / field (Surname, Name, Gender, etc.) 

(2)
6.6 Bibliography 
(1)
6.7 To prevent compatibility issues / In case the recipient has a 'lower' (older) version of the
software, saving it in the older version ensures the recipient will be able to open the file 
(1)

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Question 7: Social Implications

7.1 Any TWO ways (besides typing less) of: 

 Use ergonomically designed equipment
 Learn keyboard shortcuts (to minimise effort needed to input data)
 Do appropriate exercises to relieve tension in wrists

(2)
7.2 To conserve battery power / So the battery will last as long as possible before it needs to be
recharged (a desktop does not have a battery that needs recharging) 
(1)

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7.3 Any TWO reasons (besides nothing easy to guess about a person) of: 
 At least 8 characters long
 Mixture of different types of characters (upper and lower case, digits, special
characters)
 Does not follow a pattern on the keyboard
 Is meaningless / is not a recognisable word

(2)
7.4 Cyber-bullying / cyber-stalking 
(1)
7.5 The use of mobile devices (laptop, tablet, smartphone) 
to enable you to do computer work wherever you are (‘on the go’) 
(2)
7.6 The site is encrypted for security / It is a safe (secure) site 
(1)
7.7 Ransomware 
(1)

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Question 8: Solution Development

8.1 Any ONE way of: 

 Press the F1 key
 Type the search item in the Tell me what you want to do box
 Click on the ? in the Ribbon

(1)
8.2 Select ‘Match case’ 
Swop positions of ‘PDF’ and ‘pdf’ 
(2)
8.3 So that the name will update automatically (e.g. if the document is renamed) 
(1)
8.4 No heading / text in the document was formatted with a heading style 
(1)
8.5 POWER 
(1)
8.6 Pie chart 
(1)
8.7 Freeze (panes) 
(1)
8.8 It is the name of a worksheet 
(1)

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8.9 People can share the same surname (condition of ‘unique value for each record’ cannot
be guaranteed) 
(1)
8.10 Form 
(1)
8.11 Filter 
(1)
8.12 Must be typed in a Text Box (not in a Label) 
Function name is incorrect (should be AVG) 
Field name ‘Score’ is not enclosed in square brackets 
(3)

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Question 9: Integrated Scenario
9.1.1 Any TWO advantages (besides easier to set up) of: 
 Computers are easily moved (as network points are not fixed)
 Adds mobility for people with mobile devices
 Less chance of accidental damage (people tripping over wires, etc.)

(2)
9.1.2 Any TWO reasons of: 
 More secure to send data over cables, than wirelessly
 Less likely that network performance will decrease as the number of computers
connected increases
 Signals will not get lost or interfered with, due to electrical interference
 Data transmission is generally faster over a cabled network than over a wireless
network

(2)
9.2.1 UPS 
(1)
9.2.2 Shut down the server (properly) 
(1)

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9.2.3 Any ONE way (besides backing up the data) of: 
 Install anti-malware software (and keep it updated)
 Do not connect the computer or device to unknown / public computers

(1)
9.3.1 Operating system 
(1)
9.3.2 It combines the features / functions / technologies of separate devices 
into a single device 
(2)
9.4.1 Advantage: smaller file size 
Disadvantage: low quality of scanned image 
(2)
9.4.2 dpi 
(1)
9.4.3 Use a digital camera / smartphone (take a photo) 
(1)
9.5.1 3D printer 
Can be noisy / smelly 
(2)
9.5.2 Any TWO specifications (besides resolution and speed) of: 
 Monthly duty cycle
 Number of colours
 Paper options (e.g. paper sizes, capacity of paper tray)
 Connections (e.g. USB, Ethernet, media card slots)
[ Also accept, though not mentioned in book: physical dimensions, weight, type of
cartridges used, power consumption ]
(2)
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9.5.3 (a) VGA 
(1)
(b) HDMI enables better quality video 
Only one cable is need for sound and video 
(2)
9.5.4 Data projector 
(1)
9.6.1 It was already installed / built into the operating system 
(1)
9.6.2 Plug-and-play 
(1)
9.6.3 It can be reinstalled if necessary 

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9.6.4 Any ONE backup medium / location (besides hard drive / CD / DVD / Blu-ray) of: 
 Flash drive
 Tape device
 Online backup service

(1)
9.7 Poor eyesight / visual impairment / blindness 
(1)
9.8.1 ROM 
(1)
9.8.2 SSD 
(1)
9.9.1 Disk Cleanup 
(1)
9.9.2 TWO ways to remove software safely (besides using Disk Cleanup):
Use the uninstall option of the program 
Uninstall it via Control Panel 
(2)
9.9.3 RAM / memory 
(1)
9.9.4 For testing purposes / detection of errors / feedback to the software company 
(1)
9.10.1 TWO input devices (besides physical keyboard / pointing device):
Barcode/RFID scanner 
Touch screen 
(2)
9.10.2 The data is immediately stored in a database (which makes it easier to track and manage
stock) / Prices can be updated and checked more quickly and easily 
[ Do not accept answers related to accuracy, as keyboard entry is also allowed ]
(1)
9.11 Any TWO criteria (besides content and navigational issues) of: 
 Readability (use of headings, lists, short sentences, font sizes and colours, avoidance
of text all in upper case, etc.)
 Contents grouped logically together
 Consistency (same basic layout – placing of links, headings, etc.; same fonts, etc.)
 Layout (best for intended audience, to suit standard monitor sizes and resolutions)
 Pages load quickly
 Typography (easy-to-read fonts, not too many different fonts, fonts match content, etc.)
 Ability to work with mobile devices, etc.

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9.12.1 Slow internet connection 
(1)
9.12.2 Turn off the video component 
(1)
9.12.3 Know what the camera/webcam can ‘see’ / Adjust camera’s field of vision 
(1)
9.12.4 VoIP 
(1)
9.13 Any TWO file attributes of: 
 Date (modified)
 Size (it would be quite small)
 File type (.html)
 Specific content within the file

(2)
9.14 Show box not ticked for Surname field 
Both criteria must be ‘Yes’ 
Criteria must be on the same row 
(3)
9.15.1 The database of anti-virus definitions is not up to date / The virus signature is not in the
database of virus definitions / ‘The user has not updated the package’ 
[ Also accept: Through a Trojan – user runs the Trojan and installs the malware ]
(1)
9.15.2 To eliminate the danger of keyloggers (programs that record keystrokes) 
(1)

TOTAL: 150

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