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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
GRADE 10
TERM 1
THEORY
2026
@IMPAQ_T1/2024; @IMPAQ_T1/2021; @IMPAQ JUN2021: @IMPAQ JUN2024. Revision Booklet WCED T1_2025
This document serves as a comprehensive revision and assessment guide for the Grade
10 Information Technology Term 1 Theory Test (2026). It is designed to help learners
consolidate and apply the core concepts covered during the first term, in preparation for
formal assessment.
The content is based on CAPS-aligned material and has been compiled using IMPAQ past
papers and revision resources (2021–2024), as well as the WCED Term 1 Revision
Booklet (2025). The questions include a range of formats such as multiple-choice
questions, short theoretical questions, calculations, scenarios, diagrams, and problem-
solving tasks.
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CONTENT
BASIC CONCEPTS OF COMPUTING AND SOFTWARE ...................................................... 5
DATA REPRENSENTATION AND SOCIAL IMPLICATIONS ................................................. 12
BASIC CONCEPTS OF HARDWARE ............................................................................... 20
INTEGRATED SCENARIOS ............................................................................................ 23
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Multiple-choice questions.
Touch screen &
Projectors An example of an input and output device
In a basic flowchart what is the following symbol used
for
input and output
Float A float refers to any number that has a decimal
value.
Shareware Software which are distributed freely, that can only
be used for a limited time or have limited capabilities
available, and for which you do not have access to
the source code.
Desktop A computer that is fixed in a specific place and is
used for everyday tasks such as playing games,
doing budgets, etc.
The following options gives the order of the
Input, processing, information processing cycle
storage, output
1 TB is equal to: 1024 GB
Modular design Computers exist as a variety of separate parts that
makes it easier to upgrade or replace outdated
components
Hexadecimal A number system containing 16 digits is called
hexadecimal
Hybrid Storage Device Storage device that combines a hard disk drive and
a solid-state drive
Operating system An example of utility software
The main function of It temporarily saves data, serving as the computer’s
RAM working memory.
The function of It stores data and parts of programs the computer is
memory in a computer currently working on
system
Data Data can be defined as raw unprocessed facts
Software Refers to the set of instructions a computer uses to
complete a task.
Organising files Organising files is part of computer management.
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Online piracy Online piracy the act of illegally downloading
proprietary software from the internet.
SSD Solid state drive.
Reasons why you will install an SSD and a hard disk
drive in your computer.
• The OS will be stored on the SSD – the boot-up
process is faster.
• Software also stored on the SSD and helps the
computer to function more efficiently.
• Data and documents saved to hard disk.
• SSD is faster access to important files
101011002 converted to 172
decimal
Data Raw unprocessed facts
Byte Eight bits is also known as a byte
Path C:\Documents\Invoices\2020 is an example of a Path
Word Processor A type of software that is used to create, edit and print
text-based documents.
Binary System The base 2 number system that consists of just two
digits, namely a 0 and a 1.
Examples of a text file.
• .txt (Text file)
• .rtf (Rich Text Format)
(Other acceptable answers include: .csv, .html)
Truncation The misrepresentation of a string variable because
there are not enough bytes available to store all the
characters in the string.
Overflow An error condition that occurs when there are not
enough bits available to represent an integer value
accurately.
EULA A licence agreement (which is a legally binding
contract) in which you agree to use software only
according to the software company's terms.
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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
GRADE 10
TERM 1
THEORY
2026
@IMPAQ_T1/2024; @IMPAQ_T1/2021; @IMPAQ JUN2021: @IMPAQ JUN2024. Revision Booklet WCED T1_2025
This document serves as a comprehensive revision and assessment guide for the Grade
10 Information Technology Term 1 Theory Test (2026). It is designed to help learners
consolidate and apply the core concepts covered during the first term, in preparation for
formal assessment.
The content is based on CAPS-aligned material and has been compiled using IMPAQ past
papers and revision resources (2021–2024), as well as the WCED Term 1 Revision
Booklet (2025). The questions include a range of formats such as multiple-choice
questions, short theoretical questions, calculations, scenarios, diagrams, and problem-
solving tasks.
For more exclusive Juffrou Ansie products, contact
Juffrou Ansie
CONTENT
BASIC CONCEPTS OF COMPUTING AND SOFTWARE ...................................................... 5
DATA REPRENSENTATION AND SOCIAL IMPLICATIONS ................................................. 12
BASIC CONCEPTS OF HARDWARE ............................................................................... 20
INTEGRATED SCENARIOS ............................................................................................ 23
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Multiple-choice questions.
Touch screen &
Projectors An example of an input and output device
In a basic flowchart what is the following symbol used
for
input and output
Float A float refers to any number that has a decimal
value.
Shareware Software which are distributed freely, that can only
be used for a limited time or have limited capabilities
available, and for which you do not have access to
the source code.
Desktop A computer that is fixed in a specific place and is
used for everyday tasks such as playing games,
doing budgets, etc.
The following options gives the order of the
Input, processing, information processing cycle
storage, output
1 TB is equal to: 1024 GB
Modular design Computers exist as a variety of separate parts that
makes it easier to upgrade or replace outdated
components
Hexadecimal A number system containing 16 digits is called
hexadecimal
Hybrid Storage Device Storage device that combines a hard disk drive and
a solid-state drive
Operating system An example of utility software
The main function of It temporarily saves data, serving as the computer’s
RAM working memory.
The function of It stores data and parts of programs the computer is
memory in a computer currently working on
system
Data Data can be defined as raw unprocessed facts
Software Refers to the set of instructions a computer uses to
complete a task.
Organising files Organising files is part of computer management.
@Juffrou_Ansie
, 3
Online piracy Online piracy the act of illegally downloading
proprietary software from the internet.
SSD Solid state drive.
Reasons why you will install an SSD and a hard disk
drive in your computer.
• The OS will be stored on the SSD – the boot-up
process is faster.
• Software also stored on the SSD and helps the
computer to function more efficiently.
• Data and documents saved to hard disk.
• SSD is faster access to important files
101011002 converted to 172
decimal
Data Raw unprocessed facts
Byte Eight bits is also known as a byte
Path C:\Documents\Invoices\2020 is an example of a Path
Word Processor A type of software that is used to create, edit and print
text-based documents.
Binary System The base 2 number system that consists of just two
digits, namely a 0 and a 1.
Examples of a text file.
• .txt (Text file)
• .rtf (Rich Text Format)
(Other acceptable answers include: .csv, .html)
Truncation The misrepresentation of a string variable because
there are not enough bytes available to store all the
characters in the string.
Overflow An error condition that occurs when there are not
enough bits available to represent an integer value
accurately.
EULA A licence agreement (which is a legally binding
contract) in which you agree to use software only
according to the software company's terms.
@Juffrou_Ansie
