ICT

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1. 1Types and components of computer systemsHardware and software, the main parts of a computer, operating systems and their interfaces, types of computer, and emerging technologies such as AI and extended reality.Not triedNotesQuiz
2. 2Input and output devicesDevices for entering data (including direct data entry devices) and devices for outputting results, with their uses, advantages and disadvantages.Not triedNotesQuiz
3. 3Storage devices and mediaMagnetic, optical and solid-state backing storage, how they work, their uses, and why backups are needed.Not triedNotesQuiz
4. 4Networks and the effects of using themNetwork devices, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, cloud computing, the internet, intranets and extranets, types of network, network security and electronic conferencing.Not triedNotesQuiz
5. 5ICT applicationsHow ICT is used in communication, modelling, control, schools, booking systems, banking, medicine, expert systems, retail, recognition systems and satellite systems.Not triedNotesQuiz
6. 6The systems life cycleHow a new ICT system is analysed, designed, developed and tested, implemented, documented and evaluated.Not triedNotesQuiz
7. 7Effects of IT, safety and securityThe effects of microprocessor-controlled devices and health risks of using computers, physical safety, e-safety, data protection and keeping data secure.Not triedNotesQuiz
8. 8Audience and communicationDesigning for an audience, copyright, using email properly, the internet and the World Wide Web, and judging whether online information is reliable.Not triedNotesQuiz
9. 9File management and documentsPractical skills for files, images, page layout, styles, proofing, document production and presentations.Not triedNotesQuiz
10. 10Databases, spreadsheets and websitesPractical skills for databases, spreadsheets and website authoring: data types, keys and queries; formulas, functions and cell references; and HTML and CSS.Not triedNotesQuiz