GCSE ICT Exam Questions with Correct Answers

A phone offering advanced features, e.g. ability to send emails, surf the internet. - ANSWER-Smart Phone Having the ability to do many different things using the same device. - ANSWER-Multifunctional One type of flash memory card which store data - SD up to 2GB SDHC up to 32GB (ideal for video). - ANSWER-SD & SDHC cards (Secure Digital & Secure Digital High Capacity) The particular code that a file is stored in. Different software and devices use different formats, which can cause problems if a device cannot decode the information. - ANSWER-File Format The ability of a device to communicate and share information with another device. - ANSWER-Compatible Allows the exchange of data over short distances from fixed and mobile devices. In order for devices to communicate they must be able to understand Bluetooth rules (protocols). - ANSWER-Bluetooth It is similar to Bluetooth in that it is used to exchange data, but the signals can travel further distances. - ANSWER-Wi-Fi (Wireless fidelity) Navigational system used in many devices which give current location, directions to and from specified location, distance to location by using satellite signals. - ANSWER-Global Positioning System (GPS) A technology that has been built into mobile phones. When signal between mobile and satellites is weak (as in the case as urban areas) the signal sent by the mobile phone is diverted to mobile masts which identify the phones exact location which allows the user to continue using GPS. - ANSWER-Assisted Global Positioning System (AGPS) The way in which a user interacts with a system such as a computer or mobile phone e.g. keypad, screens, menu and icons - ANSWER-User Interface damage caused to the muscles, tendons, ligaments, nerves or joints, usually because of repeating the same action. - ANSWER-Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) A set of rules that people try to abide by out of respect for other people around them. - ANSWER-Etiquette