Homework from Past Paper

1993

1a Using appropriate examples, explain the difference between discrete and continuous data (3 marks)

1b Define the terms "hard copy" and "soft copy" (2 marks)

2a List 2 functions of an operating system (2 marks)

2b i) Give one benefit to the user of custom-written software (1 mark)

ii) Give one benefit to the user of general-purpose "off the shelf" software (1 mark)

2c What do the abbreviations "OMR" and "MICR" stand for? Describe a situation in which EACH is used. (4 marks)