iGCSE Quiz 4

Question 1

Identify one measure that should be taken to prevent phishing.

Accepted Answer

Do not open email attachments

Question 2

Most ISPs provide software that prevent children from accessing inappropriate websites. This is

Accepted Answer

filtering software

Question 3

The type of software used to write a letter is:

Accepted Answer

word processing software

Question 4

Flash memory devices come in a range of sizes. Which one has the largest storage capacity?

Accepted Answer

1 Tb

Question 5

An international airline stores customer information. This information would be held on:

Accepted Answer

a mainframe computer

Question 6

Which one of the following is an example of applications software?

Accepted Answer

Web authoring

Question 7

A Bank offers an online banking facility. Which of these will customers be able to do online?

Accepted Answer

Transfer funds between accounts

Question 8

Bar code scanners are used in supermarkets. One benefit of using a bar code scanner is that:

Accepted Answer

customers can be served more quickly

Question 9

A user gains access to a secure area by placing their finger on a scanner. This is known as:

Accepted Answer

biometric

Question 10

A customer uses a bank card to pay. Where on the card is the electronic data stored?

Accepted Answer

Microchip

Question 11

A graphics tablet is a type of:

Accepted Answer

input device

Question 12

A company keeps a record of every modification made to their database files. This is called a

Accepted Answer

transaction log

Question 13

CAD systems are widely used in manufacturing. One reason for using CAD systems is that:

Accepted Answer

3D designs can be produced

Question 14

James receives an email. He sends this on to his friend. This is known as:

Accepted Answer

forwarding

Question 15

A company has an intranet. Which one of these statements is correct?

Accepted Answer

Only authorised users have access to the intranet

Question 16

The information that the ISP requires to identify the computer is:

Accepted Answer

an IP address

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