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Paper 1 Comp science
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- 1Why do we use compression?To make files smaller
- 2What are the 3 main types of secondary storage deviceSSD (SOLID STATE)
Magnetic
Optical (DVDs) - 3Why do we use solid state storage?Because it loads files quicker
- 4Why do we use Magnetic storage?Because it can store lots of files
- 5Why don't we use solid state storage?Because it is expensive and you can store less files
- 6Why don't we use magnetic storage?Because it is slower than solid state
- 7What are the 4 main registers?MAR MDR Program Counter Accumulator
- 8How is a switch and router similarThey both connect you to networks
- 9how is a switch and router different?a switch uses mac address whereas router uses IP Address
- 10list 4 pieces of hardware to connect to a LANLaptop
Phone
PC
TV - 11How would you stop somebody from hacking into your network?Use penetration testing
Use strong passwords - 12How would you stop a DDoS attack?Use a firewall
- 13What is a brute force attack?A program which tries to get your password by making lots of attempts
- 14How would you prevent a brute force attack?Make sure that your password is strong
- 15How would you stop a student at a school getting files that only teachers can see?User Access Levels
- 16How do you stop viruses from spreading on your network?Use anti-malware software
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