AS Computing

"Describe the dangers that are inherent in the use of computers to manage files of personal data and describe simple processes that protect the security and integrity of data."

Task 1

Use the worksheet 'Data Security' and the link below to answer the quesions.

Data Security

Extension Task

Use the worksheet in the shared area CG1 Folder > Privacy and Security called "Biometrics and security" click on the link on the worksheet to watch the video and answer the questions in Word.

• not to store or process data other than for a lawful purpose
• to obtain and process data fairly and lawfully
• to store only data that is relevant to the stated purpose
• not to infringe the rights of the data subject
• to make sure the data is accurate and up-to-date
• not to hold the data longer than necessary.
• to protect the data with the proper security.
• not to send the data abroad other than to EU countries unless they have adequate data protection in place

• 
  to view data stored
• to have data corrected or erased.
• to be compensated for damage or distress caused by unlawful processing of data

• data used for home use or recreational purposes eg club members
• data which may affect national security
• data used to fight crime
• data used for calculating wages, pensions or tax
• data used for distributing information eg mailing lists

Task 1
Complete the  Data Protection Act worksheet.

Task 2
Exam Question:

Memory Management

Operating System Functions

Task 1

Answer  the questions at the end of the presentation.

Task 2

Use pages 28 - 30 Computing through Diagrams
Answer questions 1 - 7

Demonstate and understanding of the following features of spreadsheet software:

• Pivot table
• formulae
• look-up tables
• absolute and relative cell referencing
• if function

Take a copy of the ATLAS SALES spreadsheet which has a list of Cusomer who have bought Atlases from a company. It shows which product they bought and how many.

Issues With the Internet


Make a powerpoint for revision including some of the social and ethical issues associated with the internet.

Social issues are how these features of the internet may affect us in our daily lives.
They include health, social and personal issues.

Ethical issues are things that are considered wrong in normal society.

Internet and Email at Work

Benfits and Drawbacks of Social Networking Sites

Computers and eMarketing

Online Marketing or internet advertising has come about due to the increased use of communications technology.

Task 1
Using the handout provided, take a copy of the worksheet Computing and eMarketing from the shared area and complete all the questions.

Task 2
Susceptibility to unauthorised access

Describe which measures can be put in place to protect a company network from unauthorised access.

eCommerce


Growth of Internet Based Business
Task 1

Take a copy of the worksheet Computing and Business and Commerce from the shared area.

Using the handout answer the questions on the sheet.

Task 1 - Demonstrate use of the advanced features of email software

Carry out the following tasks using Outlook Express, make some screenshots and place in a Word document:

• - setting up folders
• - set up a distribution list
• - setting up rules
• - multiple attachments and zipped folders
• - change junk mail options and add to a safe senders list

Explain why each one of these features is useful to a business and any situations where another method of communication would be prefereable. Help sheet below.

Task 2

Make a poster for an office to inform staff about 'email etiquette'.

http://www.emailreplies.com/



Help sheet:
Advanced Features Email

Factors to be taken into account

Task 1 - Matching exercise

In groups of three set out the factors on the table, discuss the descriptions and match them up. Use the handout if necessary.

Task 2 - HCI Questions

HCIexamquestions

Task 1 
Documentation section on The Teacher website


Task 2
In a presentation/document describe each of the components of maintenance documentation listed above.  ( annotated listings, algorithms and data dictionaries)

Task 2
Take a copy of
SLC question 2009 and Documentation question Jan 2011
Have a go at answering these past exam questions




Homework
Revise topics on the given list for a test on Friday

During the design stage a number of decisions have to be made about the human computer interface to ensure it is appropriate for users with different skill levels. It also has to be suitable for use in different environments.

System Life Cycle - Analysis stage

DFDs are used as a method of documenting the flow of data through the current system.
A variety of symbols can be used however the WJEC specification uses the following

Task 1 - A college library system identifies each book in its stock by a unique BookID. The BookID is encoded in a barcode attached to the book. When a borrower returns a book it is scanned and any fine due is calculated by extracting from teh library database the date that the book was due back.
Draw a Data Flow Diagram that models the library loans system.

Task 2 - Answer the exam question using a Word document.

Watch each of the video clips from the BBC news.

• Teleworking - is it suitable for everyone and Teleworking - using ICT to work from home;
• Online Gambling;
• Microprocessors and Robots;
• Internet shopping 1 and 2.

Complete the accompanying worksheets and save into your AS Computing Theory folder.



http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology/