PROVINCIAL EXAMINATION

COMPUTER APPLICATIONS TECHNOLOGY

PAPER 2

JUNE 2015

GRADE 11

MARKS: 120

TIME: 2½ HOURS

This paper consists of 11 pages

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INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION

1. This question paper consists of SECTION A, SECTION B and SECTION C.

2. Answer ALL questions.
3. Read ALL the questions carefully.
4. Start EACH question on a NEW page.
5. Number the answers correct according to the numbering system used in this paper.
6. Write neatly and legibly.

QUESTION Estimated Marks

Time in min
SECTION A 20
Question 1 - Multiple-choice 10 10
Question 2 - Matching-items 5 5
Question 3 - Correct term/word 5 5
SECTION B 60
Question 4 - System Technologies 20 20
Question 5 - Internet And Network Technologies 12 12
Question 6 - Information Management 8 8
Question 7 - Social Implications 8 8
Question 8 - Solution Development 12 12
SECTION C 40
Question 9 - Integrated Scenario 40 40
TOTAL 120 120

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SECTION A

QUESTION 1
Choose an item/word from COLUMN B to fit the description in COLUMN A. Write ONLY
the letter (A – M) next to the question number (1.1 – 1.10) in the ANSWER SCRIPT, for
example 1.1 M.

COLUMN A COLUMN B
Processing speed is measured in
1.1 Webcam A
this unit.
A group of computer devices that
1.2 Touch screen cell phone B are connected by one or other
communication medium.
Software that tries to monitor and
track the way you use your
computer. It then sends this
1.3 Online Storage C
information off to third parties –
without your consent or
knowledge.
A hardware device used to
1.4 Primary Memory D connect computers in a network so
that communication can occur.
A digital camera that can be
connected to your computer for
1.5 Network E
taking and sending digital images
directly from the computer.
Hardware components that
1.6 GHz F performs all calculations and
executes instructions.
Some examples of online data
storage services that provide cost-
1.7 Switch G
effective storage for data „in the
cloud‟.
The amount of data that can be
1.8 WLAN H
downloaded via radio waves.
Adds mobility for users with mobile
1.9 Spyware I devices such as laptops and
smartphones.
Modern communication
technology where many options
1.10 Key logger J
can be chosen by touching the
icons on screen.
Software that records your
keystroke as you type in an
K
attempt to find out what your
usernames and passwords are.
L Is measured in Gigabytes
M Internet
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QUESTION 2

Various options have been provided as possible answers to the following questions.
Choose the most appropriate answer and write only the letter (A – D) next to the question
number (2.1 – 2.5) in the ANSWER BOOK, for example 2.6 E.

2.1 The type of computer that, for example, processes 280,6 trillions of data per second
and that is usually used by large scientific and research institutions, is known as a
_______.
A file server
B super computer
C client server
D mainframe computer

2.2 New technology makes it possible for the police and licence department to import
people‟s fingerprints electronically into the system. This method is known as _____
input.
A biometric
B terminal
C digital
D optimal

2.3 Which keys should you press to open Task Manager?

A Alt + Ctrl
B Ctrl + Alt + enter
C Alt + PrtSc (Print Screen)
D Ctrl + Alt + Del

2.4 The term „bandwidth‟ refers to _____

A the amount of data that can be downloaded via radio waves
B the maximum amount of data that can be transferred at any time via an
Internet connection
C the number of minutes you use while online
D the method you use to connect to the Internet

2.5 If you want all your documents to conform to the same „pattern‟ with regard to, for
example, colour, font and effects, you should apply a specific ___
A theme
B page background
C watermark
D page border
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QUESTION 3
Give the correct word/term that matches the description. Write down the WORD/TERM
next to the question number.

3.1 A hardware device used to protect a computer against power surges and
spikes as well as power outages.
3.2 A measurement of printing speed.
3.3 A type of memory board comprises of RAM chips mounted on a circuit
board.
3.4 A computer that provides shared resources, such as files, e-mail and
Internet facilities or printers to network users.
3.5 The placing and formatting of letters/text on paper/web pages.
(1 x 5) [5]

TOTAL SECTION A: [20]

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SECTION B
QUESTION 4 – SYSTEM TECHNOLOGIES

4.1 Refer to the diagram and explain how a computer works. (8)
4.2 What is the difference between a dedicated and a general computer? (2)
4.3 What is meant when they refer to „dual core‟ or „quad core‟ when a CPU (3)
is described?
4.4 What influences the QUALITY of the image on a screen? (3)
4.5 What is „Print Spooling‟? (1)
4.6 Name three advantages of Touch Screens. (3)
[20]

QUESTION 5 INTERNET AND NETWORK TECHNOLOGIES

5.1 Define the term “AUP”. (2)
5.2 Discuss two reasons for having an AUP. (2)
5.3 List three possible disadvantages of using a LAN (3)
5.4 List two possible advantages of using a Wireless network. (2)
5.5 Briefly describe the main function of a proxy server. (2)
5.6 What does „NIC‟ stand for? (1)
[12]

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QUESTION 6 INFORMATION MANAGEMENT

The school management team are concerned about learners spending too much time on
social networking sites such as Facebook. They are also concerned about the dangers
that these sites pose and are considering informing parents about it and asking the
network administrator at school to block access to these sites.
The learner has to investigate social networking and write a report to the school
management team on his or her findings and make recommendations to support this
consideration or not.

6.1 What social problem is being addressed in this task definition? (2)
6.2 Who is the target audience? (2)
6.3 Where would you find information to address this problem? (2)
6.4 In which ways can you represent your findings? (2)
[8]

QUESTION 7 SOCIAL IMPLICATIONS

7.1 Name two alternatives to a mouse that can be used by physically (2)
challenged people.
7.2 What is Biometric Input and give one example of such a device. (2)
7.3 Your company advertises for a person to set up users on the network, (1)
fix problems with computers and connectivity and perform other network
tasks. What job title would they have to use in the advertisement?
7.4 What is „Phishing‟? (2)
7.5 A laptop computer will temporarily switch to this mode in order to save (1)
electricity. What do we call this?
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QUESTION 8 SOLUTION DEVELOPMENT

8.1 Explain the following breaks as used in „Word‟.
8.1.1 Page break (1)
8.1.2 Column Break (1)
8.1.3 Continuous Section break (1)
8.2

8.2.1 Which „Word‟ function is being used above? (1)

8.3

8.3.1 Write down the formula that you would use in cell C11 to get
the answer 2. (3)
8.3.2 When would you use the COUNTA function? (1)

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8.4

8.4.1 Which field size would you limit to 13? (1)

8.4.2 What view is displayed in this screen shot? (1)
8.5

8.5.1 Why has the data type of cell phone number been changed to (1)
„text‟ and not „number‟?
8.5.2 What is the function of the Primary key? (1)
[12]

TOTAL SECTION B: [60]

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SECTION C

QUESTION 9 INTEGRATED SCENARIO

William wants to buy a new computer. He sees two advertisements in the paper and is not
sure of the meaning of all the information. Help him by answering the questions that follow
below.

COMPUTER A COMPUTER B
Windows Vista Home Basic Windows 7 Home Premium
Intl Celeron D420 processor 1.6 GHz Intel Core i3 processor 2.13 GHz
1 024 MB RAM 2 048 MB RAM
160 GB HDD 250 GB HDD
Super Multi DVD RW DVDRW
56 K Modem & 10/100 Ethernet Modem & 10/100 Ethernet
4-in-1 memory card reader 8-in-1 memory card reader
1 Year guarantee 1 Year guarantee

9.1 Which two operating systems are mentioned in the advertisements? (2)
9.2 Explain whether these are related systems and/or what the difference (2)
is.
9.3 What does Intel refer to? (1)
9.4 Which one of the two computers will operate at the highest speed? (1)
9.5 How much primary memory does computer A have? Your answer must (1)
be in GB.
9.6 How much secondary memory does computer B have? (1)
9.7 How much more is this than in the case of computer A? (1)
9.8 What does HDD stand for? (1)
9.9 What does the abbreviation DVD RW stand for? (1)
9.10 Name two functions of a modem. (2)
9.11 According to the information in the advertisements, which external (1)
secondary storage medium can also be used?
9.12 Which computer would be the most expensive? Motivate your answer. (3)
9.13 Can we use Computer A to store data on line? Explain your answer. (3)
9.14 William has inserted his flash drive into the computer. However the
computer does not show the flash drive as being connected. Name 3
steps you could follow to troubleshoot the problem. (3)
9.15 Name four functions of William‟s smart phone. (4)
9.16 William chooses the password “William”, but his friend is not happy (3)
with his choice. Why not? Refer to the guidelines of a good password.

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9.17 William wants to buy a digital camera.

9.17.1 List four factors to consider when buying a digital camera. (4)
9.17.2 List four advantages of a digital camera. (4)
9.18 William needs to draw money for his new digital camera.

Name two sources or sensors built into this machine. (2)

[40]

TOTAL SECTION C: [40]

TOTAL : 120

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COMPUTER APPLICATIONS TECHNOLOGY

PAPER 2

MEMORANDUM

JUNE 2015

GRADE 11

MARKS: 120

TIME: 2½ HOURS
 CAT/Gr11/P2/Memo MP/June 2015

This paper consists of 7 pages

SECTION A

QUESTION 1 QUESTION 2
1.1 E 2.1 B
1.2 J 2.2 A
1.3 G 2.3 D
1.4 L 2.4 B
1.5 B 2.5 A
1.6 A
1.7 D
1.8 I
1.9 C
1.10 K
(1 x 10) [10] (1 x 5) [5]

QUESTION 3
.
3.1 Uninterruptable Power Supply (UPS)
3.2 Ppm (page per minute)
3.3 DIMM (Dual inline memory module)
3.4 Server
3.5 Typography
(1 x 5) [5]

TOTAL SECTION A: [20]

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SECTION B

QUESTION 4 SYSTEM TECHNOLOGIES

4.1 Input – receives input from mouse or keyboard

Processing - Processed by CPU
Output - produced in the form of printouts or screen images
Storage - processed data stored for later use 8
4.2 Dedicated computer: Designed to perform a specific task

General computer: Performs various tasks 2

4.3 It is an indication of the number of CPU's that are on the chip.
A "Dual core" has two CPU's, which can split the work between the two
CPUs and therefore make the computer more effective
A Quad core has four CPU's on the chip. 3
4.4 The Video card inside the computer.
Colour depth.
Refresh rate (response time)
Contrast ratio.
Resolution.
[any three] 3
4.5 Documents that wait in a queue to be printed. 1
4.6 Can serve as a mouse and keyboard.
More screen space, no space needed for keyboard.
Not a lot of training needed.
Allows for input such as ‘drawing’.
Makes provision for actions such as swiping, pinching, expanding.
[any three] 3
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QUESTION 5 INTERNET AND NETWORK TECHNOLOGIES

5.1 It is a policy for the acceptable use of networks. 2

5.2 Clearly list what the users are permitted and not permitted to do.
Include basic netiquette rules and responsible computer usage.
Serve as a contract between the organisation and user
summarising what they can and can’t do’.
Place the responsibility of using the network in a responsible and
ethical way, on the user.
[Any two] 2
5.3 A LAN/WLAN can be expensive to install and maintain.
A network administrator is often necessary to manage the network.
Network security must be maintained to ensure that the data on the
network is kept secure.
If the file server is faulty, nobody has access to their files.
[Any three] 3
5.4 easy to add or move computers.
Installation is easier.
Easy to provide network connectivity in areas where it is difficult to
lay cables.
Adds mobility for users with mobile device.
[Any two] 2
5.5 Allows user to connect to the internet so security can be implemented. 2
5.6 Network interface card/controller. 1
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QUESTION 6 INFORMATION MANAGEMENT

6.1 Learners spending too much time on social networking sites. 2
6.2 The school management team. 2
6.3 Internet.
Questionnaire.
Interviews.
Magazines.
Any reasonable answer 2
6.4 Power Point Presentation.
Web Page.
Report.
Any reasonable answer 2
[8]

QUESTION 7 SOCIAL IMPLICATIONS

7.1 Joystick.
Touchpad.
Trackpad.
Touch screen.
[any two] 2
7.2 Biometric input involves measuring unique biological features of a
person
Example: Fingerprints, iris, voice 2
7.3 Network administrator. 1
7.4 Phishing is a computer malware program that is designed to steal
personal information and can lead to identity theft. 2
7.5 Hibernate. 1
[8]

QUESTION 8 SOLUTION DEVELOPMENT

8.1.1 Starts text on a new page 1
8.1.2 Starts text in a new column 1
8.1.3 Starts a new section on the same page 1
8.2.1 Multi-level list 1
8.3.1 =COUNTIF (C2:C9, 10) 3
8.3.2 If you want to count cells that contain text or numeric values 1
8.4.1 ID Number 1
8.4.2 Design view 1
8.5.1 If it was number, the 0 in front would be discarded. 1
8.5.2 The Primary key is a field that identifies each record with a unique 1
value. [12]

TOTAL SECTION B: [60]

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SECTION C
QUESTION 9 INTEGRATED SCENARIO

9.1 Windows Vista Home Basic [ ] and Windows 7 Home Premium [ ] 2

9.2 Vista is the older edition [ ] of the Windows operating system, they are
related, but Win 7 Home Premium will be able to perform more tasks 2
than [ ] Home Basic.
9.3 To one of the manufacturers of microchips/processors 1
9.4 Computer B 1
9.5 1 GB 1
9.6 250 GB 1
9.7 90 GB 1
9.8 Hard Disk Drive 1
9.9 Digital Video Disc Rewritable 1
9.10 To send faxes via telephone line [ ] and to connect to the Internet via
2
telephone line or dial-up. [ ]
9.11 Memory card (also accept CD) 1
9.12 Computer B, [ ] because it has an i-series processor [ ] that processes
data much faster than the outdated Celeron and it has more memory 3
(primary & secondary). [ ]
9.13 Yes [ ] It has a Modem [ ] and Ethernet [ ] 3
9.14 Use the correct way to remove the flash drive
Remove and refit the flash drive
Try in a different computer
Search for a new driver [any 3] 3
9.15 Browse the internet
Send and receive e-mails
Use as a MP3 player
Use as a camera
Can act as a modem for your as a laptop
Can load extra programs, e.g. games
Wireless connection [any 4] 4
9.16 The password is less than 8 characters
It does not have a mixture of characters
You should not use a name
No family names
Not your pet’s name [any 3] 3
9.17.1 Resolution and size of sensor 4

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Storage capacity
Zoom facility
Connection to a computer
ISO rating
Colour depth
Sensor size
[any 4]
9.17.2 Don’t have to buy films
Can view pictures immediately
Can erase pictures
Load pictures to computer
Don’t have to have all pictures developed
Can take a lot of pictures
No need to scan, already in digital format
Can edit pictures
Can also be used as a video camera
[any 4] 4
9.18 Car reader slot.
Numeric keypad &menu choice buttons.
Modem or network connector.
Touch screen.
Money counter.
Money deposit slot.
[any 2] 2
[40]

TOTAL SECTION C: 40

TOTAL : 120