- Describe the function of a bootstrap loader program. (1)
- Briefly describe the main purpose of each function of a single-user operating system (3)
- Describe the purpose of each of: –
- Virus checker (1)
- Disk defragmenter (1)
- Explain why there is a need for standard file formats. (1)
- Describe the differences between a JPEG and GIF graphic. (2)
- Describe the types of software that are required to produce a school web site and explain why you chose these types. (2)
- Identify the data objects and the operations that can be performed on them in the context of a spreadsheet program. (2)
- When selecting an Application package to perform a certain task the software compatibility needs to be addressed. Describe the checks that need to be made for each of memory requirements, storage requirements and operating systems. (3)
- Computer viruses are classed by three main types, file virus, boot sector virus and macro virus. For each type describe how the virus is delivered and how it operates. (3)
- Describe the anti-virus technique of heuristic detection. (1)
Total Marks 20
