EDEXCEL GCSE ICT UNIT 1
Backup - correct answer-A copy of data that is made in case the original data is lost or
damaged. The backup can be used to restore the original data.
Bandwidth - correct answer-The amount of data that can fit through an Internet connection.
Measured in bits per second (bps).Kbps = kilobits per second / Mbps = Megabits per
second.
Biometrics - correct answer-An automated method of recognising a person based on
physical characteristics. Among the features measured are face, fingerprints, hand
geometry, iris and voice
Blog - correct answer-Short for 'web log', a shared online journal where people can post
diary entries about their personal experiences and hobbies
Bluetooth - correct answer-Allows the exchange of data over short distances from fixed and
mobile devices. In order for devices to communicate they must be able to understand
Bluetooth rules (protocols)
Blu-ray - correct answer-A disk that enables the recording, rewriting and play back of
high-definition video and the storing of large amounts of data. It has more than 5 times the
storage capacity of traditional DVDs and can hold up to 25GB on a single layer disk and 50
GB on a dual layer disk.
Boolean Operators - correct answer-Used in advanced searching on the Internet. AND, OR
or NOT. Use "speech marks" to identify whole phrases
Broadband - correct answer-A high speed connection to the Internet
Captcha Test - correct answer-A challenge test used to prevent automated software from
filling in the online form
CPU (Central Processing Unit) - correct answer-The CPU is the brains of the computer.
Sometimes referred to simply as the central processor, but more commonly called processor,
the CPU is where most calculations take place. In terms of computing power, the CPU is the
most important element of a computer system. Its performance is measured in gigahertz
(GHz). The faster the performance, the more power it uses. This is an important
consideration when buying a portable device.
Cloud computing - correct answer-A system in which all computer programs and data is
stored on a central server owned by a company (e.g. Google) and accessed virtually
Collaboratively - correct answer-Working together to achieve common goals
, Compatible / Compatibility - correct answer-The ability of a device to communicate and
share information with another device
Content Network - correct answer-Being part of a Content Network enables an advert to be
displayed on a huge number of sites other than just in a search engineYou can use this as a
business to advertise on other sites relevant to your business and attract new customers
Convergence - correct answer-When one device is developed to carry out functions that
were performed by several different devices
Cookies - correct answer-A small text file which stores information related to your Internet
activity and then reports this back to the website server. They are used legitimately by
website creators to enable websites to be customised for individual users e.g customise your
BBC homepage
Copyright - correct answer-Gives the creator of an original work exclusive rights regarding
that work for a certain period of time, including its publication, distribution and adaptation
Covert - correct answer-Covert Data Collection - Collecting information about people without
their knowledge (Spyware)
Credit card - correct answer-A plastic card, issued by banks, building societies, retail stores
and other businesses, which enable a person to buy goods and services without the need for
cash. The holder agrees to pay back the money borrowed at a later date, sometimes with
interest.
Cyber cafe - correct answer-A cafe or coffee shop that has a number of personal computers
connected to the Internet and available for use by customers. Most charge by he hour or
fraction of an hour
Data - correct answer-Symbols, characters, images and numbers are all types of data. When
data is processed and acquires meaning it becomes information. Computers process data to
produce information
Debit card - correct answer-Similar to a credit card but the money is taken directly from the
holders bank account
Desktop computer - correct answer-A stationary computer usually consisting of a tower and
separate monitor. It is generally more powerful and has a large storage capacity than a
portable computer
Digital Divide - correct answer-This is the gap between people in society who cannot or do
not have effective access to digital technology and those who do. Because of the importance
of technology in modern life, people who do not have access to it can be disadvantaged in
many ways.
Digital product - correct answer-A product produced using ICT tools and viewed on-screen. It
does not need to be printed out
Backup - correct answer-A copy of data that is made in case the original data is lost or
damaged. The backup can be used to restore the original data.
Bandwidth - correct answer-The amount of data that can fit through an Internet connection.
Measured in bits per second (bps).Kbps = kilobits per second / Mbps = Megabits per
second.
Biometrics - correct answer-An automated method of recognising a person based on
physical characteristics. Among the features measured are face, fingerprints, hand
geometry, iris and voice
Blog - correct answer-Short for 'web log', a shared online journal where people can post
diary entries about their personal experiences and hobbies
Bluetooth - correct answer-Allows the exchange of data over short distances from fixed and
mobile devices. In order for devices to communicate they must be able to understand
Bluetooth rules (protocols)
Blu-ray - correct answer-A disk that enables the recording, rewriting and play back of
high-definition video and the storing of large amounts of data. It has more than 5 times the
storage capacity of traditional DVDs and can hold up to 25GB on a single layer disk and 50
GB on a dual layer disk.
Boolean Operators - correct answer-Used in advanced searching on the Internet. AND, OR
or NOT. Use "speech marks" to identify whole phrases
Broadband - correct answer-A high speed connection to the Internet
Captcha Test - correct answer-A challenge test used to prevent automated software from
filling in the online form
CPU (Central Processing Unit) - correct answer-The CPU is the brains of the computer.
Sometimes referred to simply as the central processor, but more commonly called processor,
the CPU is where most calculations take place. In terms of computing power, the CPU is the
most important element of a computer system. Its performance is measured in gigahertz
(GHz). The faster the performance, the more power it uses. This is an important
consideration when buying a portable device.
Cloud computing - correct answer-A system in which all computer programs and data is
stored on a central server owned by a company (e.g. Google) and accessed virtually
Collaboratively - correct answer-Working together to achieve common goals
, Compatible / Compatibility - correct answer-The ability of a device to communicate and
share information with another device
Content Network - correct answer-Being part of a Content Network enables an advert to be
displayed on a huge number of sites other than just in a search engineYou can use this as a
business to advertise on other sites relevant to your business and attract new customers
Convergence - correct answer-When one device is developed to carry out functions that
were performed by several different devices
Cookies - correct answer-A small text file which stores information related to your Internet
activity and then reports this back to the website server. They are used legitimately by
website creators to enable websites to be customised for individual users e.g customise your
BBC homepage
Copyright - correct answer-Gives the creator of an original work exclusive rights regarding
that work for a certain period of time, including its publication, distribution and adaptation
Covert - correct answer-Covert Data Collection - Collecting information about people without
their knowledge (Spyware)
Credit card - correct answer-A plastic card, issued by banks, building societies, retail stores
and other businesses, which enable a person to buy goods and services without the need for
cash. The holder agrees to pay back the money borrowed at a later date, sometimes with
interest.
Cyber cafe - correct answer-A cafe or coffee shop that has a number of personal computers
connected to the Internet and available for use by customers. Most charge by he hour or
fraction of an hour
Data - correct answer-Symbols, characters, images and numbers are all types of data. When
data is processed and acquires meaning it becomes information. Computers process data to
produce information
Debit card - correct answer-Similar to a credit card but the money is taken directly from the
holders bank account
Desktop computer - correct answer-A stationary computer usually consisting of a tower and
separate monitor. It is generally more powerful and has a large storage capacity than a
portable computer
Digital Divide - correct answer-This is the gap between people in society who cannot or do
not have effective access to digital technology and those who do. Because of the importance
of technology in modern life, people who do not have access to it can be disadvantaged in
many ways.
Digital product - correct answer-A product produced using ICT tools and viewed on-screen. It
does not need to be printed out
