You have been invited to join the Historical Society - NSC Computer Application Technology - Question 10 - 2024 - Paper 2
Question 10
You have been invited to join the Historical Society.
The Historical Society is planning a tour in September. Members must plan and prepare to travel wisely.
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Worked Solution & Example Answer:You have been invited to join the Historical Society - NSC Computer Application Technology - Question 10 - 2024 - Paper 2
Step 1
State TWO safety measures to consider when using your mobile device at an airport/hotel.
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Do not access private content in a public area, as this increases the risk of unauthorized access.
Be aware of your surroundings and be cautious of potential criminals.
Step 2
Why is it important to remove any metadata from photos that will be publicly visible on websites?
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Removing metadata from photos is important to protect your privacy by preventing the exposure of personal information, such as location data, which could pose security risks.
Step 3
What term describes this process?
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This process is referred to as 'Crowd funding.'
Step 4
Give TWO advantages of using video conferencing.
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Video conferencing allows individuals to connect from different geographical locations, facilitating collaboration.
It provides real-time engagement, helping maintain relationships with family and friends regardless of distance.
Step 5
Name TWO devices needed to experience virtual reality (VR).
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VR headset
Smartphones/mobile devices
Step 6
Name TWO negative health issues that one can experience.
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Motion sickness or cyber sickness due to prolonged use of VR.
Eye strain from wearing VR headsets for extended periods.
Step 7
How does augmented reality (AR) enhance the experience for the members when visiting historical sites?
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Augmented reality enhances experience by overlaying digital images or information onto the real-world environment, providing interactive learning opportunities and deeper engagement with historical contexts.
Step 8
Name a technology that forms part of the 4IR, excluding IoTs.
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Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Step 9
State THREE criteria that can be used to create a strong password.
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The password must include both uppercase and lowercase letters.
It should contain numbers.
Special characters must be used.
Step 10
Give TWO advantages of using cryptocurrency.
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It allows users to send and receive money globally with minimal transaction fees.
It offers inflation protection, hence acting as a store of value.
Step 11
Briefly explain what a blockchain is.
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A blockchain is a sequence of blocks that store records of transactions. Once entered, records cannot be removed or altered, ensuring security and transparency.
Step 12
Give TWO reasons why members would prefer NOT to use a self-driving bus.
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Lack of control, which may lead to safety concerns.
Vulnerability to possible hacking, exposing sensitive data.
Step 13
Briefly explain what big data is.
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Big data refers to large volumes of structured and unstructured data that are analyzed using computers to reveal trends and patterns, providing valuable insights.
