6.1 It is essential to decide what kind of computers to in…
6.1 It is essential to decide what kind of computers to install. 6.1.1 The decision is to install ten desktop personal computers. Give three advantages of desktops over laptop computers. (3) 6.1.2 It is decided to install entry level units. What is an entry level computer in general terms? (1) 6.1.3 Give the specifications of an entry level computer focusing on the CPU, RAM, storage and monitor. (3) 6.2 Somebody recommends that SSDs are used for the storage devices. Explain what an SSD is. Mention the technology used for storage. (2) 6.2.1 Give two disadvantages of using SSDs. (2) 6.2.2 Give one advantage of using SSDs. (1) 6.2.3 Name 2 other common storage devices that use the same technology. (2) 6.2.4 Name two other storage technologies. (2) 6.3 The computers are going to be networked in the media centre. 6.3.1 What type of network will this be? Choose between PAN, HAN, LAN, WAN and GAN. (1) 6.3.2 Would you choose a wired or a wireless network? Motivate giving advantages and disadvantages of both. (5) 6.4 Apart from the desktop computers, the centre will also have ten tablets with e-Reader software. 6.4.1 What type of communication technology will the tablets use in the library? (1) 6.4.2 Will it be possible for the tablets and the desktop computers to communicate? Yes/No without the addition of additional devices (1) a) If yes, what will need to be added to the network selected in 6.3.2 if anything? (2) b) If no, how could one transfer files between tablets and desktops. (1) 6.5 The network will be either a peer to peer network or a client server network. 6.5.1 Give the functions of a server, client and peer in a network. (3) 6.5.2 Which would you recommend in this scenario? Explain. (3) 6.6 A printer needs to be added. What type of printer would you recommend? Motivate. Include type, pages per minute, network (yes/no) (5) GRAND TOTAL: