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IGCSE ICT Worksheet

The document is a worksheet for IGCSE ICT (0417) covering topics such as networks, communication, safety and security, audiences, system life cycle, and website authoring. It includes a series of questions designed to assess understanding of these concepts, with marks indicated for each question. The mark scheme provides answers and explanations for evaluating student responses.

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IGCSE ICT Worksheet

The document is a worksheet for IGCSE ICT (0417) covering topics such as networks, communication, safety and security, audiences, system life cycle, and website authoring. It includes a series of questions designed to assess understanding of these concepts, with marks indicated for each question. The mark scheme provides answers and explanations for evaluating student responses.

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IGCSE ICT (0417) – Networks, Communication, Safety & Security,

Audiences, System Life Cycle, Website Authoring (Theory) Worksheet


Instructions:
- Answer all questions in the space provided.
- Use clear and concise explanations.
- Marks are indicated next to each question.

Section A: Networks and Communication (Total: 10 marks)


1. Explain the difference between a Local Area Network (LAN) and a Wide Area Network
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2. Describe three advantages of using a network within an organization. (3 marks)

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3. What is the role of a router in a network? (2 marks)

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4. What is the difference between a hub and a switch? (3 marks)

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Section B: Safety and Security (Total: 10 marks)


5. Identify and explain two methods to protect data from unauthorized access. (4 marks)

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6. Describe the potential risks of using public Wi-Fi networks for sensitive transactions. (3
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7. What is phishing, and how can individuals protect themselves against it? (3 marks)

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Section C: Audiences (Total: 6 marks)


8. Why is it important to consider the target audience when designing a website? (3 marks)

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9. Explain how the needs of different audiences can influence the content and layout of an
ICT application. (3 marks)

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Section D: System Life Cycle (Total: 10 marks)


10. List and briefly describe the stages of the system life cycle. (4 marks)

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11. Why is the testing phase crucial in the system life cycle? (3 marks)

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12. Explain the importance of gathering user feedback during the design phase. (3 marks)

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Section E: Website Authoring (Theory) (Total: 9 marks)


13. Define the term 'stylesheet' in the context of website design and explain its purpose. (3
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14. What are meta tags, and why are they important in web pages? (3 marks)

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15. Describe the difference between HTML and CSS. (3 marks)

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Mark Scheme

Section A: Networks and Communication


1. (2 marks) LAN: Covers small area (1), WAN: Covers large area (1)

2. (3 marks) Shared resources (1), easier communication (1), cost savings (1)

3. (2 marks) Directs data between networks (1), assigns IP addresses (1)

4. (3 marks) Hub: Broadcasts data to all devices (1), Switch: Sends data only to intended
device (1), more efficient (1)

Section B: Safety and Security


5. (4 marks) Strong passwords (1), Encryption (1), Explanation of each (1+1)

6. (3 marks) Risks: Hacking (1), Data interception (1), Identity theft (1)

7. (3 marks) Phishing: Fake emails/links (1), Protection: Awareness (1), Security measures
(1)

Section C: Audiences
8. (3 marks) Design affects usability (1), Different needs (1), Accessibility (1)

9. (3 marks) Content complexity (1), Font size (1), Navigation options (1)

Section D: System Life Cycle


10. (4 marks) Analysis (1), Design (1), Implementation (1), Testing (1)

11. (3 marks) Finds errors (1), Ensures reliability (1), Improves performance (1)

12. (3 marks) Helps usability (1), Identifies issues (1), Improves final product (1)

Section E: Website Authoring (Theory)


13. (3 marks) Stylesheet: Controls website look (1), Separation of content & design (1),
Saves time (1)

14. (3 marks) Meta tags: Improve SEO (1), Provide page description (1), Help search
engines (1)

15. (3 marks) HTML: Structure (1), CSS: Styling (1), Keeps code clean (1)

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