EOS1 ICT Worksheet Unit 2
Grade 8
Name: MEMO
Class: 8B01
INSTRUCTIONS
● Answer all questions.
● Write your answer to each question in the space provided.
● You should show all your working on the question paper.
INFORMATION
● The total of this paper is 35.
1. Network topology can influence how well data is shared or how it much security the
network has. Below is an illustration of different network topologies.
a. State the name of the network topology for each:
A Ring topology
B Bus topology
C Star topology
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2. Networks are able to send and receive data because of agreed-upon rules. These
agreed-upon rules are called protocols.
a. Explain what HTTP protocol is used for.
HTTP (HyperText Transfer Protocol) is used for transmitting data (such
as HTML). It forms the foundation of data communication on the World
Wide Web. [1]
b. Explain what TCP/IP protocol is used for with data transmission.
TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol) is used to
manage data transmission over the Internet. TCP handles the breaking
down of data into packets and reassembling them, while IP ensures the
packets are sent to the correct destination. [2]
3. When designing a network a network administrator needs to consider how scalable it
is. Explain how the following factor is related to the scalability of a network.
a. Number of users.
As the number of users increases, the network must be able to handle
more data traffic. Typically as the number of users increases the
network struggles to serve everyone. [1]
b. Data transfer speed.
As data transfer speeds more data can be transferred. More users can
then use the network. [1]
c. Bandwidth capacity.
As bandwidth capacity increases the amount of data transferred
increases. More users can then use the network. [1]
d. Type of files (PNG, JPG, PDF, etc.)
The type of file does not affect the scalability - but the space (storage)
each file takes up does affect the scalability. [1]
4. When data is transmitted over networks it may encounter errors. Parity bits are often
used by computers to detect errors.
a. Explain how a parity check detects problems.
A parity check adds a parity bit to data to ensure the total number of 1s
is even (even parity) or odd (odd parity). It detects errors by checking if
the parity remains consistent when data is transmitted. [2]
b. Does a parity check always detect a problem correctly? Explain.
A parity check does not always detect problems accurately. It can detect
single-bit errors but fails with an even number of errors (like two bits
[flipping). [2]
c. A message is sent from Enzo to Kylie through their smartphones. The
smartphones agree on an even parity system. 3 packets of data are shared.
Fill in the parity bits below.
Parity
Bit
0 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1
1 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0
1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1
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d. Consider the illustration below of data being sent and received.
Message sent Message received
0 0 1 0 1 0 1 0
→ 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 1
i. Does it pass the parity check?
Yes [1]
ii. Does the byte contain an error?
Yes [1]
5. Jack got hired at Vietcombank as a network administrator and Nam at Highlands
Cofee as an administrator. Each business has its own datasets that it must keep
secure.
Which dataset will need to be kept the most secure? Explain your answer.
Jack’s Vietcombank dataset should be more secure because a bank keeps
more important documents like bank statements and records of people’s funds
and investments. [2]
6. Star formatted (restarted and removed all data from) her laptop and installed a new
operating system.
a. Name ONE operating system.
Windows (MacOS, Linux, etc.) [1]
b. Does the operating system help with the following? (Yes/No)
i. Help applications(apps) run.
YES [1]
ii. Provide a GUI (Graphical User Interface) like windows, mouse-pointer,
etc. for the user.
YES [1]
iii. Charges computer.
NO [1]
iv. Manage how computer hardware resources are used like RAM and
ROM.
YES [1]
7. Indicate if the following programs are utility software or application software.
Utility Application
Program Function Software Software
(✓) (✓)
An antivirus software that keeps your computer
Norton
safe from viruses.
✓
Microsoft Word processor that allows you type and make
Word documents.
✓
Microsoft A software program that keeps your computer
Firewall safe when using networks.
✓
Printer
Driver
Allows you to use a printer. ✓
Allows for defragmentation - breaking up
Ccleaner
storage and keeping data separate.
✓
Microsoft
Powerpoint
Allows you to make a digital presentation. ✓
Adobe
Photoshop
Allows you to edit photos. ✓
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8. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is when a computer can function or simulate human
processes like thinking. One way this is achieved is by Machine Learning (ML).
Machine learning is used in weather forecasting, education, healthcare companies
and more.
Give ONE scenario for each example of how ML is used.
Weather forecasting: Predicting weather patterns using historical weather data.
[1]
Education: Personalizing learning experiences based on student performance.
[1]
Healthcare: Analyzing medical images for early diagnosis of diseases. [1]
9. Provide TWO ways AI can help people.
AI can automate tedious and repetitive tasks, increasing efficiency and freeing
up time for creative and complex tasks.
AI can enhance decision-making with data-driven insights, improving
outcomes in various fields like healthcare, finance, and environmental
management.
(Any TWO reasonable answers)
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