Computer Applications Technology Notes Final Exams
TOPIC & MARKS BREAKDOWN
SECTION A – Short Questions
Marks: 25
This section includes a variety of short question types, covering all topics:
• Multiple-choice questions
• Matching columns questions
• Modified True/False questions
SECTION B – Main Topics
1. Systems Technologies
Marks: ~25
Covers core concepts, content, and skills related to:
• Computer hardware – various types and configurations
• Peripheral devices – printers, routers, scanners, etc.
• Software – both system and application software
• Device management – basic troubleshooting and maintenance
• For a complete topic list, refer to the CAPS document
2. Internet and Network Technologies
Marks: ~15
Explores essential concepts and skills, including:
• Network basics – purpose and advantages of networks
• Network hardware and software
• 🖧 Types of networks – PAN, LAN, WAN, etc.
• Internet and web services – websites, web tech, browsers
• E-communications – email, instant messaging
• Full details in the CAPS document
3. Information Management
Marks: ~10
Questions focus on data skills, including:
• ❓ Formulating questions to locate data and solve problems
, • Choosing, locating, and accessing quality data sources
• Data processing and interpreting data
• Check the CAPS document for more possible topics
4. Social Implications
Marks: ~10
Addresses the societal impact of ICTs, including:
• Impact on society and related issues
• Legal, ethical, and security concerns
• Educational and ergonomic issues
• Environmental concerns – green computing
• Refer to CAPS for additional possible topics
5. Solution Development
Marks: ~15
Examines knowledge of application software and solution development:
• Understanding and applying software solutions
• Focuses on theoretical knowledge of applications studied
SECTION C – Integrated Scenario
Marks: 50
Two real-life scenarios will be presented, covering all topics:
• Decision-making and application – choosing technology, software, networking
solutions
• Responsible use of technology
Internet and network technologIes
1. what does lan stand for, and where Is It commonly
used?
2. name two key hardware components In a network.
3. what Is the purpose of a router?
4. true or false: the world wIde web and the Internet
are the same thIng.
, Key Notes
Processing allows for data to become useful information.
e-Filing us an online income tax return service provided by the South African government to its citizens
A computer connected to the internet that has been compromised by a hacker is known as a zombie.
Drone technology can assist game rangers to monitor and detect poaching activities
The date and time when a photo was taken can be found in the metadata of the photo
SECTION A: ShOrT QuESTIONS (25 MArkS)
NFC enables a person to tap their bank card on a device to pay
Focus: Quick recall and application of knowledge across Notes
various CAT topics.
Software:
Question Types:
• Differentiate between system software (e.g.,
• Multiple Choice: Covers all topics with specific
operating systems) and application software (e.g.,
word processors, spreadsheets).
questions where only one correct answer is selected.
• Study basic troubleshooting techniques for common
device and software issues.
SECTION B: SySTEMS Device Management:
•
TEChNOlOgIES (ApprOx. 25 Housekeeping practices (e.g., data backup, software
updates).
Understand different forms (e.g., desktop, laptop, server) and • Managing computing devices for optimal
configurations (e.g., storage, CPU, RAM). performance.
Familiarize with peripheral devices like printers, scanners,
routers.
Section B Main Topics:
INTErNET ANd NETwOrk TEChNOlOgIES (ApprOx.
15 MArkS) Information Management (Approx. 10 Marks)
• NETwOrkINg BASICS: • Data Collection and Analysis:
o dEfINITION ANd BENEfITS Of A o Formulate key questions to guide data
NETwOrk. collection.
o TypES Of NETwOrkS: pAN o Methods for locating and accessing reliable
(pErSONAl ArEA NETwOrk), lAN data sources.
(lOCAl ArEA NETwOrk), wAN
(wIdE ArEA NETwOrk). • Data Processing:
• NETwOrk COMpONENTS: o Techniques for checking quality and
accuracy of data.
o uNdErSTANd NETwOrk hArdwArE
(E.g., rOuTErS, SwITChES) ANd o Analysing and interpreting data to solve
SOfTwArE. problems or make informed decisions.
o INTErNET SErvICES, wOrld wIdE
wEB, ANd wEB BrOwSErS.
Social Implications (Approx. 10 Marks)
• E-COMMuNICATION:
• Impact of ICT on Society:
