Unit 2 Technology systems - exam revision

Technology is an essential component of industyr and services. it is used in construction, finance, health, retail, and manufacturing sectors Match these sectors and their uses of technology

• Calculating the interest of a loan

• Finance

• Point of sales tills

• Retail

• Robots on a production line

• Manufacturing

• Digital patients records

• Health

Which one of these sectors uses CAD/CAM

• Health

• Finance

• Manufacturing

• Retail

Answer explanation

CAD/CAM is commonly used in the Manufacturing sector for designing and producing products, making it the correct choice among the given options.

What is a POS

A POS or point of sale is a device that is used to process transactions by retail customers which of the following are PoS Technology

• 1. A barcode scanner

• Calculator

Answer explanation

A barcode scanner is a PoS technology used to process transactions by retail customers, making it the correct choice.

Which ONE of these terms means using resources to meet current needs without taking away resources for the future?

• Sustainability

• Carbon footprint

• Greenhouse Effect

• Renewable energy

Answer explanation

Sustainability means using resources to meet current needs without taking away resources for the future, making it the correct choice in this context.

Malicious software is designed to disrupt, damage, or gain unauthorized access to a computer system, network, or device

Which of the following is NOT a type of malware?

• Virus and spyware

• Firewall

• Worm

• Trojan

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'Firewall' because it is not a type of malware, but rather a security measure to protect against malware.

What does ransomware typically do?

• Steal sensitive information

• Encrypt files and demand payment for decryption

• Create backdoors for attackers

• Display unwanted advertisements

Answer explanation

Ransomware typically encrypts files and demands payment for decryption, making it the correct choice.

All computer systems are at risk of attacks from unauthorized sources. Describe two ways to protect their systems from these types of attacks.

• Enabling automatic software updates and using a reputable firewall.

• Sharing login credentials online and ignoring security alerts.

• Use strong passwords that include uppercase, lowercase, numbers, symbols and are at least 8 characters in length.

• Using pirated software and opening email attachments from unknown senders.

Answer explanation

Enabling automatic software updates and using a reputable firewall help protect computer systems from unauthorized attacks. Strong passwords with various characters also enhance security.

How can the production of smartphones be damaging to the environment? Choose two answers.

• Smartphones are made from metals, such as tin, which need to be mined from the ground. This can damage the environment and uses up the Earth's natural resources.

• By reducing greenhouse gas emissions during manufacturing processes.

• By contributing to air and water pollution due to manufacturing activities.

Answer explanation

The production of smartphones can damage the environment by using up natural resources through mining metals like tin and contributing to air and water pollution during manufacturing activities.

Developing technology systems

Which ONE of these is NOT a typical reason for developing technology

• Reduced cost

• Competitive advantage

• Improved Performance

• Reduced Revenue

Answer explanation

Reduced Revenue is NOT a typical reason for developing technology as it goes against the goal of increasing profits and efficiency.

Hardware devices

Peter needs a portable device to use for web browsing, watching movies and using his calendar.

Choose a suitable device

• Server

• Tablet

• PC

• Games Console

Answer explanation

A tablet is a suitable portable device for web browsing, watching movies, and using a calendar, making it the correct choice for Peter's needs.