IEB CAT Grades 10–12 Hardware & Software Explained – Study Notes

IEB CAT Grades 10–12
Hardware & Software Explained – Study Notes



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May 2025



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, Contents
1 Introduction 2

2 Hardware: Definitions and Explanations 2
2.1 Definition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
2.2 Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
2.3 Categories and Examples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
2.4 Teaching Helpers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

3 Software: Definitions and Explanations 3
3.1 Definition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
3.2 Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
3.3 Types and Examples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
3.4 Teaching Helpers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

4 Hardware vs. Software: Key Comparisons 3
4.1 Teaching Helpers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

5 Example Exam Questions and Solutions 4

6 Teaching Strategies for ENG1516 Educators 5
6.1 Classroom Techniques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
6.2 Assessment Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
6.3 ENG1516 Communication Focus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

7 Answer Key 6

8 Student Preparation Tips 6

9 Resources for Educators 7




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