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This document outlines an assignment focused on computer maintenance and antivirus essentials, aiming to educate students on the significance of regular maintenance and the use of antivirus tools. It includes theory-based questions, research tasks comparing antivirus software, practical tasks for system cleanup and software installation, and a case study for diagnosing computer issues. The assignment emphasizes original work and proper citation of sources.

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ICT_Assignment_Computer_Maintenance

This document outlines an assignment focused on computer maintenance and antivirus essentials, aiming to educate students on the significance of regular maintenance and the use of antivirus tools. It includes theory-based questions, research tasks comparing antivirus software, practical tasks for system cleanup and software installation, and a case study for diagnosing computer issues. The assignment emphasizes original work and proper citation of sources.

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Computer Maintenance and Antivirus Essentials

Submission Date: [Insert Date]

Duration: 1 day

Objective
This assignment aims to help students:

 Understand the importance of regular computer maintenance.


 Learn about various antivirus tools and their roles in securing systems.
 Develop practical skills in applying maintenance techniques and using antivirus
software effectively.

Instructions
 Complete all sections of the assignment.
 Provide detailed answers for theory-based tasks.
 Include screenshots for practical tasks where applicable.
 Submit the assignment as a PDF or Word document.

Assignment Tasks

Section A: Theory (Short Answer Questions)


1. Define computer maintenance. Why is it important for system performance?
2. List and explain five essential tasks for maintaining a computer system.
3. What is an antivirus program? How does it protect a computer from threats?
4. Differentiate between real-time protection and manual scanning in antivirus software.
5. Explain three signs of a malware-infected computer.

Section B: Research
6. Identify and compare three popular antivirus tools available in the market (e.g., Norton,
Kaspersky, Avast). Discuss their features, advantages, and disadvantages.
7. Explain the concept of a virus quarantine in antivirus programs. Provide an example
scenario where quarantine would be necessary.
8. Discuss the role of updates in computer maintenance and antivirus software. Why are
they crucial?

Section C: Practical Tasks


9. Perform a disk cleanup on your computer and document the process with screenshots.
Include:
- Total space cleared.
- Any errors encountered.
10. Update your antivirus software to the latest version and perform a full system scan.
Document the steps and the scan results with screenshots.
11. Install a free antivirus tool (if you don't already have one) and explore its features.
Write a brief report on:
- Installation steps.
- Key features of the software.

Section D: Case Study


You are working as an IT technician. A client reports that their computer is slow and is
displaying pop-up ads even when no browser is open. Write a detailed report explaining:
1. Possible causes of the issue.
2. Steps you would take to diagnose and resolve the problem.
3. Preventive measures the client can implement to avoid similar issues in the future.

Assessment Criteria
 Understanding of Concepts (30%)
 Detail and Clarity in Responses (25%)
 Quality of Practical Documentation (25%)
 Effort in Research and Case Study (20%)

Additional Notes
 Plagiarism will not be tolerated. Ensure your work is original.
 Use online resources and class notes for research, but cite your sources properly.

Good luck!

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