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ICT 0417: Networks and the effects of using them Topical Past Paper Questions

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Summer (May/Jun) 2026Paper 1

A computer may contain a NIC. (a) Explain what a NIC is. [3] (b) Explain the purpose of a NIC. [3]

Winter (Oct/Nov) 2025Paper 1

A network manager stores the backup of a school network on magnetic tape. (a) Describe the benefits and drawbacks of using magnetic tape to store backups. (b) The music teacher wants to use Bluetooth headphones on the computers in her music classes. Explain how the network manage…

Winter (Oct/Nov) 2024Paper 1

A number of different communication devices can be connected to a network. (a) Explain how the following devices operate. (i) Switch [4] (ii) Router [4] (b) Bridges are communication devices. Explain what bridges are used for. [1] (c) Ensuring the privacy and confidentiality of d…

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