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    Explain the difference between RAM and ROM, and give an example where these might be used. Give an example for each of the following categories: word-processing, presentation, desktop publishing, photo editing. Explain two things which help ensure a user's well-being when using the computer.

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    Explain the difference between RAM and ROM, and give an example where these might be used. Give an example for each of the following categories: word-processing, presentation, desktop publishing, photo editing. Explain two things which help ensure a user's well-being when using the computer.

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    ECDL Module 1 - Revision 08

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    Explain the difference between RAM and ROM, and give an example where these might be used. Give an example for each of the following categories: word-processing, presentation, desktop publishing, photo editing. Explain two things which help ensure a user's well-being when using the computer.

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    ECDL Module 1 Revision 08 1 A State a typical use for the following ports.

    USB : Firewire: Ethernet:

    Anna is currently working on a document which is not saved, so it is stored in the RAM. There is a power cut. What happens to the file? Why?

    Explain the difference between RAM and ROM, and give an example where these might be used.

    4 A

    Give an example for each of the following categories: Word-Processing: Game: Presentation: Desktop Publishing: Photo Editing:

    5 A

    Mention two accessibility features and how these can be helpful.

    6 A

    Give an example of a client/server application.

    7 A

    State whether these are advantages or disadvantages of telework. Reduced or no commuting time More ability to focus on one task Flexible schedule Less company space requirement Reduced human contact Reduce team work

    8 A

    Explain the use of RSS.

    9 A

    Mention two things which help ensure a users well-being when using the computer.

    10 Mention two things which can be recycled to protect the environment. A

    11 Give a valid reason why off-site backups are important. A

    12 What is copyright in terms of software? Specify two ways how this can be compromised. A

    13 What is the difference between open-source and freeware? A

    14 i. Define a computer virus. ii. Explain what it does. iii. Mention three ways it can infect the computer. iv. What can be done to protect against it. A i. ii. iii. iv.

    15 Mention two things which help to reduce electricity consumption when using the computer. A

    16 Explain two things to take into consideration when using online profiles. A

    17 Explain the difference between IM and VOIP. A

    18 What does bps represent in networks? A

    19 Explain the difference between LAN, WLAN and WAN. A

    20 Sort the following file sizes in ascending order. 1. 53 MB 2. 2048 KB 3. 1 GB 4. 2048 MB A

    21 List four input devices and write a sentence on each. A

    22 Specify three advantages of e-learning. A

    23 What is a web blog? Mention one website that offers a blogging service. A

    24 Give a reasonable distance that the user must stay away from the computer display. A

    25 Give two services offered by e-government and explain what these do. A

    26 Explain differences between dial-up and broadband. A

    27 What is the difference between operating-system and application software? Give two examples in each case. A

    28 Write down five storage devices along with their typical size. A

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