HOËRSKOOL

ORKNEY
COMPUTER APPLICATIONS TECHNOLOGY
TERM 2

MEMORANDUM

GRADE: 10
DATE: JUNE 2022
TIME: 2 HOURS
MARKS: 100

EXAMINER: SHELEMBA E.M

MODERATOR: COETZEE M
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SECTION A

QUESTION 1: MATCHING ITEMS QUESTION 2: MULTIPLE-CHOICE QUESTIONS

1.1 G 2.1 B 

1.2 F  2.2 A 

1.3 J  2.3 D 

B 
1.4 2.4 D
E 
1.5 2.5 D
D
1.6
M 
1.7
N 
1.8
K
1.9
P
1.10
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QUESTION 3: TRUE/FALSE ITEMS

3.1 False – <ctrl>+<s>  (both must be correct for one mark) 1
3.2 True  1
3.3 True  1
3.4 False – VGA or HDMI  (both must be correct for one mark) 1
3.5 False – POS  (both must be correct for one mark) 1
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SECTION B QUESTION 4: SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIES

4.1.1 An operating system is a system software which controls  all the activities  that takes
place in the computer (2)
4.1.2 • Windows range of operating system such as Windows 8 and 10 Apple
OS X
• Linux
 Any TWO (2)
4.1.3 • Manage all the hardware and software in the computer
• Provide us with an interface
• Maintaining security
 Any TWO (2)
4.2.1 Storage device – computer hardware that reads from and writes to storage media
Storage media – actual physical material or objects on which we store the data and
programs  (2)
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4.2.2 Storage device – e.g. DVD or CD drive 

Storage media – e.g. DVD or CD , memory stick, hard drive or any other medium on
which you save data (2)
4.3.1 Any ONE advantage:
• Portable – can work anywhere / at any time
• Can run on battery power for a few hours (so immune to power outages etc.)
• Compact design / Take up less space/Microphone, speakers, webcam, wireless
networking (e.g. Wi-Fi and Bluetooth) are all build-in (no need to purchase
separate devices)
• More energy-efficient (uses much less power than a desktop)
Any ONE disadvantage 
• Difficult and expensive to upgrade
• Input devices can be difficult / awkward to use (smaller keyboard, touchpad)
• Screen size relatively small – designers, artists and gamers may want bigger
More easily stolen or lost
• Generally more expensive than a desktop, for equivalent hardware
specifications (2)
4.3.2 • Pointing device (touchpad / pointing stick)
• Microphone
• Webcam
• Biometric scanner / fingerprint scanner
(Any TWO) (2)
4.4 The webcam is built into the laptop  (1)
4.5 Flatbed scanner
Sheet fed scanner
Digital camera
(Any TWO) (2)
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QUESTION 5: INTERNET AND NETWORK TECHNOLOGIES

5.1 Network – Two or more connected computers and/or computer devices that can (2)
communicate with each other 
5.2. LAN, because it extends over a small geographic area  (2)
WAN extends over a much wider geographical area (between cities, countries, etc.)
(Do not accept expansion of the acronyms by themselves)

5.3 • Communication (2)

• Sharing software
• Transfer of files
• Flexible access
• Increased control and security
• Leisure
(Any TWO)
5.4 Harmful software such as viruses can spread quickly via a network and infect other (1)
computers
Data security
(Any ONE).
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QUESTION 6: INFORMATION
MANAGEMENT
6.1 68% is an example of information, because some processing was needed to obtain
this figure (i.e. all the learners' individual percentages were added together and then
divided by the number of learners in the class) 
Data on the other hand is raw, unprocessed (e.g. learners' raw marks for the test) (2)
6.2 • Internet / online resources
• Encyclopaedias and other resources available on CD/DVD
• Printed media: books, magazines, etc. (Accept only ONE example for ONE
mark)
• People: questionnaires and interviews
• Observation: Walk through the neighbourhood to check and make notes
(Any TWO) (2)
6.3 • Can answer any questions the person may have
• Can ensure higher quality information (by explaining, cross-checking, etc.)
Can record the interview for verification later, etc.
• Can explain the background / reason for the interview, etc.
(Any TWO) (2)
6.4. A question with a limited / finite number of answers.  (1)
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QUESTION 7 : SOCIAL IMPLICATIONS

7.1 • More accurate and reliable
• They are fast; can do more tasks
• Can work 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
• Cost less than people on the long run
• Reduce the need for other resources such as: paper, office furniture, office
space etc.
• Communication cost
(Any TWO) (2)
7.2 • Sit correctly – don’t slump or hunch
• Adjust height of your seat and / or table so you can sit with your hand at the
keyboard while keeping your upper arms fairly slack at your sides
• Ensure enough ventilation and lighting circulation
• Make sure the mouse and keyboard are on the same level and mouse is close to
the keyboard
• Monitor at the correct level
• Every once in a while, turn your eyes away from your monitor
• Take regular breaks – don't work for more than an hour at a time
(Any TWO) (2)
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7.3 • Using a user ID and password will prevent unauthorised access.

• Assign strong password to important documents
• Disable drives to prevent people from copying sensitive information such as
CDs.
• Lock computer and other hardware.
(Any TWO) (2)
7.4 Software piracy 
Software piracy is the illegal installation, copying and distributing of proprietary
software.  (2)
7.5 • Identity theft
• Piracy
• Theft of data
• Theft of computer time
(Any TWO) (2)
7.6.1 Open source software is software that may be freely used, modified and distributes. (1)
7.6.2 • Not as widely used
• Less support material
• No guarantee of quality or that it work correctly
• Multiple versions of same software may occur
• Can only be downloaded from Internet
• May not be able to share data with other programs
(Any TWO) (2)
7.7 • Refill and re-use ink cartridges
• Send empty cartridges back to the manufacturer
(Any ONE) (1)
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QUESTION 8 – SOLUTION DEVELOPMENT

8.1 Any ONE use of Enter:
• Start a new paragraph
• Add another item in a bulleted or numbered list
• Insert a (hard) page break (Ctrl + Enter)
• Insert a 'Soft Enter' / move to next line without ending current paragraph (Shift +
Enter)
• Redo / repeat typing (Alt + Enter, same as Ctrl +Y) Insert a
column break (Ctrl + Shift + Enter)
(Marking: it is not necessary to give the keystroke combination)
(1)
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8.2 Paragraph spacing: the spacing between the different paragraphs. 

Line spacing: the spacing between different lines.
(2)

8.3.1 =D4*0.14 OR (D4*14)/100

=D4*0.14 / (D4*14)/100
Accept as correct when learner ha VAT % wrong, example 12%
(3)

8.3.2 D5+E5
=D5+E5
(3)

8.3.3 =B6*C6
=B6*C6
(3)

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TOTAL SECTION B: [57]

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SECTION C

QUESTION 9: INTEGRATED SCENARIO

9.1.1 Memory: 8GB  (1)

9.1.2 Storage: 500GB  (1)

9.1.3 Processor: 2.6GHz  (1)

9.1.4 To store data and programmes  (1)

9.2.1
• It requires batteries
• It is slightly more expensive that a wired mouse
• There can sometimes be interference with the signal causing the mouse to stop
working temporarily
• It can be lost or stolen easily
(Any THREE)
(3)

9.2.2
• There is less clutter on the desk as there are no cables/there are no cables to get
tangled with anything 
• You have a wide range of movement
(2)

9.3.1
• Scanning
• E-mailing
• Faxing
• Photocopying
(Any THREE)
(3)

9.3.2
• Printer cable to the computer is not connected
• Ink cartridge is empty
• No printing connection available
• Wrong printer was selected
(Any TWO)
(2)
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9.4.1 19.1" refers to the size  of the monitor, diagonally measured in inches (2)

9.4.2 1366 x 768 refers to screen resolution  (1)

9.5
• Can read / use a variety of memory cards
• Can transfer files directly to and from the card (i.e. no need of USB cable)
• No additional software required
• Camera can be switched off (i.e. to save battery power)
• Certain cards have read-only and other security features
(Any TWO)
(2)

9.6.1
Refers to the study and design of the workplace  for the comfort and safety of people
in work environments.
(2)

9.6.2 It indicates the first SIX letters on a standard keyboard.  (1)

9.7 MS Office 2013  (1)

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TOTAL SECTION C: [23]

GRAND TOTAL: 100