Information Technology 9626/12 Oct Nov 2021 | Cambridge AS Level Past Papers With Mark Scheme
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1. Device Drivers and Operating Systems | Purpose of printer drivers, general device drivers, and the role of an operating system.
2. User Interface Design | Best practices for color schemes, layout features, and accessibility considerations in graphical user interfaces (GUIs).
3. Data vs. Information | Explanation of how raw data gains context to become useful information, with real-world examples.
4. Encryption Methods | Comparison of symmetric and asymmetric encryption, highlighting security differences.
5. Optical Character Recognition (OCR) vs. Manual Data Entry | Evaluation of automation versus human input for converting paper records to digital format.
6. Data Security Methods | Techniques beyond encryption and access control for maintaining confidentiality.
7. Storage Devices | Purpose and comparison of HDDs, SSDs, and pen drives in computing.
8. Client-Server Networks | Benefits and drawbacks of using a centralized network structure in schools.
9. Internet Services | Overview of key online services aside from video conferencing, such as cloud storage and online banking.
10. Video Conferencing Transmission | How data packets are sent over networks during live communication.
11. Medical Expert Systems | The role of an inference engine in diagnosing diseases based on input symptoms.
12. Relational Databases vs. Flat Files | Advantages and disadvantages of using relational databases for structured data storage.
13. Sound Editing Software | Features used for recording, modifying, and enhancing audio files.