Grade 11 System Tech

Your sister said she was on IRC on the Internet over the weekend. IRC in this context refers to:

• Internet Relay Chat

• International Radio Communication

• Instant Response Channel

• Interactive Remote Console

Select an example of VoIP software.

• Skype

• Microsoft Word

• Adobe Photoshop

• Google Chrome

A software bug is:

• an error or flaw in a computer program

• a type of hardware component

• a programming language

• a software update

Select two reasons why people would want to update their software.

• To improve security and fix bugs

• To increase the price of the software

• To reduce the number of features

• To make the software harder to use

A ‘patch’ in this context is:

• A software update that fixes bugs or vulnerabilities

• A type of computer hardware

• A programming language

• A network protocol

A service pack is:

• A collection of updates, fixes, or enhancements delivered as a single installable package, offering more comprehensive improvements than individual patches.

• A single update that addresses a specific issue in software.

• A type of hardware upgrade for computers.

• A backup copy of important files.

A blog is:

• A type of website where individuals or groups regularly post content, such as articles or updates.

• A printed newspaper distributed daily.

• A television news channel.

• A type of online shopping platform.

Citizen Journalism refers to:

• News reported and distributed by ordinary people rather than professional journalists

• A government-run news agency

• Journalism focused only on city news

• A type of journalism practiced only by students

Bloggers can make money via their blogs in which of the following ways?

• By selling products or services and through advertising

• By writing only personal stories

• By blocking ads and refusing sponsorships

• By not allowing any visitors

Select TWO good practices to use to attract people to read and return to your Blog.

• Post regularly and engage with readers in the comments.

• Use clickbait titles and misleading content.

• Ignore reader feedback and suggestions.

• Share your blog on social media and provide valuable content.