You and your friends are planning a trip to the Cango Caves - NSC Computer Application Technology - Question 10 - 2017 - Paper 2
Question 10
You and your friends are planning a trip to the Cango Caves. They need your advice on how to make their experience more enjoyable with the help of ICTs.
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Worked Solution & Example Answer:You and your friends are planning a trip to the Cango Caves - NSC Computer Application Technology - Question 10 - 2017 - Paper 2
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10.1.1 Name a type of software application necessary to book a car on a rental agency website.
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A web browser is essential for accessing rental agency websites to book a car.
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10.1.2 How would you book a car on a mobile device without using the rental agency website?
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You can book a car using a mobile application specifically designed for car rentals, which allows you to browse options, select your vehicle, and make the reservation directly from your device.
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10.1.3 State TWO ways to pinpoint the different places you visit on your mobile device in order to view them later on a map.
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Recording GPS coordinates at each location you visit.
Taking photos with geotagging enabled, which adds location data to the images.
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10.1.4 How could ICTs help you communicate with your taxi driver if he does not speak your language?
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You could use online translation tools or apps to input your destination and share it with the taxi driver visually or audibly. Additionally, showing the address on your mobile device can aid communication.
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10.2.1 State TWO disadvantages of following online recommendations as a way to find a good coffee shop.
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Reviews can be biased; they may not accurately reflect the quality of the coffee shop.
Some reviews may be outdated, leading to an inconsistent experience.
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10.2.2 Give TWO technical reasons why a mobile phone payment may be unsuccessful.
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The phone may have lost its internet connection at the time of transaction.
Insufficient data allowance or an expired payment method could prevent successful payments.
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10.2.3 Discuss TWO ways to protect yourself from falling victim to bank card fraud at the coffee shop.
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Always ensure that no one is watching you enter your PIN when making a payment.
Regularly monitor your bank statements for any unauthorized transactions.
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10.3.1 Give TWO reasons why the picture quality of a smartphone camera is poorer than that of a professional camera (DSLR).
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Smartphone cameras typically have smaller sensors which capture less light and detail.
They often lack advanced features such as optical zoom and manual controls that professional cameras offer.
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10.3.2 Why can’t your friends use a map app for automatic turn-by-turn directions in the caves?
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There may be inadequate GPS or internet connectivity inside the caves, preventing the map app from providing accurate directions.
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10.3.3 Name TWO techniques to remove unwanted parts from a photograph after it was taken.
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Use photo editing software to crop the picture or remove unwanted sections.
Utilize tools like the snipping tool to select and edit the photograph.
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10.4.1 State TWO advantages of using Wi-Fi hotspots for making VoIP calls.
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Wi-Fi can save on data costs associated with cellular calls.
Wi-Fi typically offers a more stable connection, reducing call drop rates.
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10.4.2 Discuss TWO security issues associated with using Wi-Fi hotspots.
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Public Wi-Fi networks can be unsecured, making it easier for hackers to intercept data.
Rogue hotspots may mimic legitimate networks, tricking users into providing personal information.
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10.4.3 Give TWO reasons why your friends should NOT consider using satellite broadband while they are travelling.
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Satellite broadband tends to have high latency, which affects real-time applications like video calls.
Signal quality can be inconsistent and heavily influenced by weather conditions.
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10.4.4 What can be the reason for poor video quality of a Skype call if there are issues with either bandwidth or connectivity?
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Poor video quality can result from insufficient bandwidth leading to buffering or lag, or from unstable internet connectivity causing interruptions in the video feed.
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10.4.5 How could you access all the pictures of the trip on your friend’s cloud account?
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You can share the folder containing the trip pictures with family members by giving them access to the cloud account, either by sharing links or providing their passwords.