5.2 Parents sometimes seek advice on which type of printer…

5.2 Parents sometimes seek advice on which type of printer they should purchase, that can be used by their children for school projects, and for general home use.   5.2.1 Give ONE reason why a laser printer might be the best choice for them, apart from any reasons relating to the quality of printouts or cost. (1) 5.2.2 In some cases you recommend that they purchase a multi-function printer.     List TWO advantages of multi-function printers, besides the fact that they provide a number of functions rolled into one. (2) 5.2.3 Give the common term for the piece of software that allows a computer to communicate with hardware such as a printer. (1) 5.2.4 What does a ‘tick’ displayed on a printer icon (in the Control Panel) indicate, as shown below?        (1)

5.4 Your uncle complains that his wrists become sore whene…

5.4 Your uncle complains that his wrists become sore whenever he does a lot of typing.   5.4.1 What is the name of the medical condition that your uncle might be suffering from, that is affecting his wrists in this way? (1) 5.4.2 Give TWO other general health tips for using computers, besides the use of ergonomically designed equipment. (2)

5.5 A poster with tips on how to use computers in an envir…

5.5 A poster with tips on how to use computers in an environmentally friendly way must be put up at the e-waste disposal counter.   5.5.1 What is the general term for using computers in an environmentally friendly way? (1) 5.5.2 Briefly explain why e-waste should not simply be thrown into rubbish bins. (1) 5.5.3 Give TWO tips to be included on the poster, on how to use less paper. (2)

Scenario Your uncle has asked you to help him on Saturday mo…

Scenario Your uncle has asked you to help him on Saturday mornings at his computer shop. There is also an internet café section consisting of 4 networked computers, which people can use to browse the web and check their emails, and an e-waste disposal counter where people can drop off unused and broken electronic equipment for recycling. QUESTION 4   Study the specifications in the advertisement for a computer and answer the questions that follow: RIGHT CLICK ON BUTTON AND OPEN IN NEW TAB TO VIEW: