# Information Technology Grade 12 P2 Supplementary 2015 Memo > Grade 12 Information Technology Paper 2 memorandum from the Supplementary Exam 2015 (English), 12 pages. 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Read online or download the PDF. Read it free online on the page above; download the PDF from there. ## Document text Text extracted from the PDF. Layout, diagrams and tables may not survive extraction. ### Page 1 NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE GRADE 12 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY P2 FEBRUARY/MARCH 2015 MEMORANDUM MARKS: 150 This memorandum consists of 12 pages. Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 2 Information Technology/P2 2 DBE/Feb.–Mar. 2015 NSC – Memorandum SECTION A: MULTIPLE-CHOICE QUESTIONS QUESTION 1 1.1 C (1) 1.2 C (1) 1.3 B (1) 1.4 A (1) 1.5 D (1) 1.6 B (1) 1.7 B (1) 1.8 D (1) 1.9 C (1) 1.10 A (1) TOTAL SECTION A: 10 Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 3 Information Technology/P2 3 DBE/Feb.–Mar. 2015 NSC – Memorandum SECTION B: SYSTEM TECHNOLOGIES QUESTION 2 2.1.1 An operating system is (system) software  which manages / controls all the activities that take place in a computer.  (2) 2.1.2 Android  (1) 2.1.3 Any ONE of:  • If the upgrade process is disrupted, the device might no longer function. • The upgrade software may contain bugs. (1) 2.1.4 • The operating system splits / shares the CPU time between the active programs.  • It appears as if the computer is running multiple programs at once.  (2) 2.2 Any TWO of:  • Physical size is smaller than HDD • It is more robust than HDD • It uses less power than HDD • It is faster than HDD (2) 2.3.1 Thrashing  (1) 2.3.2 It makes use of space on secondary memory / storage / hard drive using it as primary memory / RAM. Virtual memory (one mark only) (2) 2.3.3 It might be difficult to obtain RAM chips / DIMMs that are compatible with the older motherboards. (1) 2.4.1 Each core can process separate programs  at the same time.  OR Each core acts like a separate CPU making it possible to execute multiple tasks simultaneously. (2) 2.4.2 3Tb HDD  Hard disk size could be reduced (1) 2.4.3 (a) The clock pulses determines the rate at which activities take place  within the CPU, data transmission / processing only takes place at each pulse  of the system clock. (2) 2.4.3 (b) The speed of the system clock  will be multiplied by a specific value  in order to obtain the required clock speed for the specific CPU. Clock multiplication – one mark only (2) Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 4 Information Technology/P2 4 DBE/Feb.–Mar. 2015 NSC – Memorandum 2.4.4 (a) It connects the different components on the motherboard.  OR The internal buses transfer data and instructions between components. (1) 2.4.4 (b) Point-to-point connections are dedicated connections which cannot be interrupted/shared  and therefore speeds up the operation of the CPU whereas buses are shared between components / carries data between multiple components.  (2) 2.5.1 It can be used in access control to prevent unauthorised access to laptop  OR a similar description e.g. - used for biometric access control (2) 2.5.2 Any ONE of:  • Retinal scanner • Face recognition scanner • Voice recognition (1) TOTAL SECTION B: 25 Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 5 Information Technology/P2 5 DBE/Feb.–Mar. 2015 NSC – Memorandum SECTION C: COMMUNICATION AND NETWORK TECHNOLOGIES QUESTION 3 3.1.1 Correct layout  computer Diagram include: Switch/Hub  switch Computers  (3) 3.1.2 Any TWO of:  • Easy to troubleshoot • Easy to replace individual computers • If one device stops working, network is not disrupted • Easy to install/set up/maintain (2) 3.1.3 Bus  or Ring (1) 3.2.1 mobility  OR cost saving / easier to set up (1) 3.2.2 Any TWO of:  • WiFi range is limited. • Buildings / obstructions might require a distributed layout • Multiple computers sharing one access point will drastically decrease speed • An access point can only support a limited number of connections. (2) 3.2.3 Because the signal is broadcasted, it is easy to intercept the data  and therefore the data, and password, can be accessed. (1) 3.3.1 Is the process whereby a close replica of a web site (or e-mail) is created  in order to create a hoax/false webpage that represents another valid site.  OR Creating a hoax/false webpage that closely represents another valid site. (2) 3.3.2 Any TWO of the following concepts  • Use anti-virus and anti-spyware software • Regularly update software / anti-virus • Don’t open e-mails or attachments from suspicious sources • Scan external devices before you use them • Don’t install pirated software / untrustworthy software • Activate the firewall • Don’t visit / download from suspicious websites • Read and obey security warnings on websites / software (2) Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 6 Information Technology/P2 6 DBE/Feb.–Mar. 2015 NSC – Memorandum 3.4.1 • Technology used in the website is not compatible/available on the mobile device, e.g. Flash player.  • The website has not been designed for a smaller screen size/has been designed for larger computer screens.  (2) 3.4.2 Bluetooth is used by devices like keyboards and WiFi is used for wireless networks two separate technologies. OR The mobile device offers two wireless technologies – ONE mark only (2) 3.5.1 VoIP  (1) 3.5.2 Any TWO of:  • Data is expensive. • Bandwidth of connections is often very low • Internet connections are not reliable/ not available everywhere. • Not all schools will have the necessary hardware. (2) 3.5.3 Cross platform means that software is designed to run on different operating systems.  (1) 3.6.1 The manager needs to be connected to the Internet.  After that the manager connects to the resource centre’s server  with access being controlled with a username and password.  (3) 3.6.2 The desktop of the remote computer appears as a separate application on his computer which allows him to work with the computer as if seated in front of the computer itself.  (2) TOTAL SECTION C: 27 Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 7 Information Technology/P2 7 DBE/Feb.–Mar. 2015 NSC – Memorandum SECTION D: DATA AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT QUESTION 4 4.1 A desktop database is usually used for single user applications and is installed on personal computers.  A server database is installed on the server and is accessed by the user using a network connection and shared by users.  (2) 4.2.1 (a) 1 (DevicesTb) to many (BorrowedTb)  (1) (b) DeviceID in DevicesTb and DeviceID in BorrowedTb  (2) (c) BorrowedTb has DeviceID as the foreign key  and DevicesTb has DeviceID as primary key  (2) 4.2.2 (a) SELECT Make, Type, Value FROM DevicesTb WHERE Type = 'T' ORDER BY Value DESC • Correct fields and table: Make, Type, Value from DevicesTb  • Condition: Type = 'T'  • Sorting: ORDER BY  Value DESC  (4) (b) DELETE FROM DevicesTb WHERE Type = 'P' • Correct Table: DevicesTb  • Correct field: Type  • Correct condition: 'P'  (3) (c) UPDATE DevicesTb SET Value= Value- Value*10% • Correct instruction and table:- UPDATE DevicesTb • Correct field to change:= Value  • Correct calculation:- Value-Value*10%  OR Value-Value*0.01 (3) (d) SELECT MemberID, Type, DateBorrowed FROM DevicesTb, BorrowedTb WHERE DevicesTb.DeviceID = BorrowedTb.DeviceID AND DateReturned IS NULL • Correct fields: MemberID, Type, DateBorrowed  • Correct Tables: DevicesTb, BorrowedTb  • Connection: DevicesTb.DeviceID = BorrowedTb.DeviceID  • Correct field in condition: DateReturned  • Correct condition: IS NULL  (5) 4.3.1 • Fine – currency  • DateOfBirth – date  (2) 4.3.2 Any TWO of the following:  May borrow only two books/no space to borrow more than two books Repeating fields Fields are dependent on a field other than the primary key Two different entities (members/books) included in one table (2) TOTAL SECTION D: 26 Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 8 Information Technology/P2 8 DBE/Feb.–Mar. 2015 NSC – Memorandum SECTION E: SOLUTION DEVELOPMENT QUESTION 5 5.1.1 (a) Age: the user has to select from list of options thus preventing invalid input.  OR prevents typing errors / all possible values displayed / saves time (1) (b) Gender: only one of the given options may be selected.  OR prevents both options from being selected / prevents typing errors (1) 5.1.2 Any ONE of:  • Any character can be saved in a string variable • Text box is type string and the surname variable will be of the same type • No type casting needed when using the value (1) 5.1.3 An incorrect day may be selected for a specific month  29 February used in a non-leap year OR 30 February/31 April, etc.  (2) 5.1.4 Any TWO of:  • Display what caused the error / Give a specific error message • Indicate how error can be corrected • The user could be given the option to continue or cancel the current operation. (2) 5.2.1 It is used to create/instantiate  an object. (1) 5.2.2 The attributes are private  /attributes cannot be accessed directly (1) 5.2.3 (a) Auxiliary  (1) 5.2.3 (b) if (age >=10 AND address Not Null)  OR (age > 16 AND membership validated)  return true else return false  (4) 5.3.1 (a) Read days  (1) 5.3.1 (b) (days > 0)  AND (days < 100) NOTE: AND operator must be used. Accept if Java or Delphi code is used. (2) Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 9 Information Technology/P2 9 DBE/Feb.–Mar. 2015 NSC – Memorandum 5.3.2 (a) Count Count < 10 1 True 2 True 3 True 4 True 5 True 6 False Count incrementing from 1 to 6  Count < 6 True for 1 to 5  Count < 6 False for 6  (3) 5.3.2 (b) Count <= 6  (1) 5.3.2 (c) Counter will be 1 larger than the real count ( count will become 7)  OR Average will be calculated incorrectly (1) 5.3.2 (d) Line 1: Count = 0  (1) 5.4 Marks given for: • Taking first index as highest or making highest = 0 • Looping through days to compare • Testing array value against highest or against value at highest index • then Changing highest or highest index  Possible algorithm solution Take first index as highest Loop 2 to 5 (4 times)  Test array value against high index array value Change index to new high value Display from Weekdays array the day in highIndex position NOTE: Loop and If dependency must be clearly indicated/indented. Possible pseudocode solution highIndex  1 index  1 repeat until index = 5 index  index + 1 If NumBooks[index] > NumBooks[highIndex] highIndex  index end repeat Display from Weekdays array the day in highIndex position (4) TOTAL SECTION E: 27 Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 10 Information Technology/P2 10 DBE/Feb.–Mar. 2015 NSC – Memorandum SECTION F: INTEGRATED SCENARIO QUESTION 6 6.1.1 Any TWO of:  • Save paper • Save ink/cartridges • Easier to distribute/can send via e-mail or drop box • Cheaper to send to many people • Easier to store/backup/save (2) 6.1.2 Indicates that the computer is energy efficient without sacrificing performance. OR Device has been designed in order to use less electricity. (1) 6.1.3 Any TWO of:  • Recycle • Use for spare parts • Make use of companies that dispose of e-waste (2) 6.2.1 4G is provided by cellular service providers as an extension of mobile voice service, while WiMAX is a service dedicated for Internet connection only (2) 6.2.2 Cellular data/Internet connection is in general more expensive.  (1) 6.2.3 Both use radio wave / microwave transmission  (1) 6.3.1 Any ONE of:  • Theft of data • Theft of hardware • Accidental damage / deleting while working with data (1) 6.3.2 Any TWO examples with explanations: RAID – uses multiple disks to be able to prevent/repair data loss Backup – provides an extra copy of data to be used after data loss Anti-malware software - protects against malicious programs that may damage data Firewall – prevents unauthorized access to local network to prevent access to, and theft of, data Training of personnel – teaching people how to identify risks like phishing and spoofing (4) 6.4.1 It is a small text file that is stored on your computer when you visit a website that records your use and preferences for the specific site.  (2) Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 11 Information Technology/P2 11 DBE/Feb.–Mar. 2015 NSC – Memorandum 6.4.2 Any TWO of:  • Cookies are not stored. • Personal details not accessible. • No record of browser history/browser history not saved • Makes tracking of browsing patterns more difficult (2) 6.5.1 A wiki is a collaborative  reference resource where any user can make contributions.  (2) 6.5.2 Any TWO of:  • The administrator can moderate content before it is published • Published content can be cross checked with other sources on web • Request knowledgeable people to assist in moderating content • Remove content that is not accurate • Provide for professional peer comment on content placed on site (2) 6.6.1 File is split into sections  and shared via a number of peers  instead of a server. (2) 6.6.2 Any ONE of:  • You Tube • Streaming • The cloud/DropBox/GoogleDrive/SkyDrive (1) 6.7.1 The (a) key is a formula that is used to encrypt / change the information  so that it cannot be read, the (a) key is used to decrypt it again after transmission  and make it readable again. (2) 6.7.2 (a) Any ONE of:  • Online storage space • Storage in the cloud (1) 6.7.2 (b) Any TWO of:  • Access on any device with Internet access • No need for large storage capacity in devices • Files can be accessed anywhere where Internet is available • Easy to maintain / update material (2) 6.8.1 Globalisation describes the increasing trend and ease with which people, goods, services and information  travel around the world with the use of technology.  (2) Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 12 Information Technology/P2 12 DBE/Feb.–Mar. 2015 NSC – Memorandum 6.8.2 Any THREE of:  • Can obtain information much faster • Access to information is not restricted to certain place, people, time/No borders • Processing large amounts of data: Collection of data for elections/voting process • Safety: Electronic money • Convenience: Online banking/ATMs • Employment: provides opportunities for skilled workers • Tele medicine/developments in equipment • Telecommuting (3) TOTAL SECTION F: 35 GRAND TOTAL: 150 Copyright reserved ## Related documents - [IT P2 GR12 MEMO SEPT2021 English](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/it-p2-gr12-memo-sept2021-english/dc6b2b22-5eff-42a1-abf6-da544d6fc4c9) — Information Technology · Memo · 2021 · Eng - [INFO TECH P2 GR12 MEMO SEPT2017 English](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/info-tech-p2-gr12-memo-sept2017-english/f96c9e7f-ffb6-4de4-8251-890f2b85f074) — Information Technology · Memo · 2017 · Eng - [Computer Studies P2 (HG) (English) June 2012 Memo](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/computer-studies-p2-hg-english-june-2012-memo/fe3b6637-21ff-45c2-9b0e-e3ab71d232ce) — Information Technology · Memo · 2012 · Eng - [IT P2 MEMO GR12 SEPT2015 (ENG)](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/it-p2-memo-gr12-sept2015-eng/ede4321e-b5a0-403e-a86f-4199fa522997) — Information Technology · Memo · 2015 · Eng - [Information Technology P2 June July 2015 Memo Afr](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/information-technology-p2-june-july-2015-memo-afr/404cef0e-5ff8-4efd-8b8b-351975ba246c) — Information Technology · Memo · 2015 · Afr - [IT P2 QP GR12 SEPT 2024 English](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/it-p2-qp-gr12-sept-2024-english/83309154-2856-47f1-82cc-cc04c8ab38b1) — Information Technology · QP · 2024 · Eng ## More from Grade 12 Information Technology - [IT P2 QP GR12 SEPT 2024 AFR](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/it-p2-qp-gr12-sept-2024-afr/9016098b-e233-49f4-b1dc-f0838363c6af) — QP · 2024 · Afr - [Information Technology P1 Nov 2024 Afr](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/information-technology-p1-nov-2024-afr/f4b19c44-77ce-482a-9f85-438813c25f87) — QP · 2024 · Afr - [Information Technology P2 Nov 2024 Eng](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/information-technology-p2-nov-2024-eng/3afa20d1-1c0f-4969-8a56-d690e9b24d70) — QP · 2024 · Eng - [Information Technology P1 May-June 2023 Eng](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/information-technology-p1-may-june-2023-eng/896eee2c-884c-4527-97e2-ed0759edd97d) — QP · 2023 · Eng - [Information Technology P1 Nov 2023 Eng](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/information-technology-p1-nov-2023-eng/8ae9d306-1975-4759-ad2b-96483154bd10) — QP · 2023 · Eng - [IT P2 GR12 QP SEPT2022 English](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/it-p2-gr12-qp-sept2022-english/59a4dc5f-1ee1-44b9-b838-76b7e9322abb) — QP · 2022 · Eng ## Collection - [Grade 12 past papers](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-12/past-papers) --- Hlayiso: free CAPS and IEB past papers, memos, notes and study guides for South African learners. 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