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Command term |
Definition
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ITGS
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analyse |
break down in order to bring out:
• the essential
elements
• structure
• any
underlying assumptions and any interrelationships
involved. |
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Analyse the impact of introducing an Internet use
policy into a workplace. (6 marks)
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compare
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describe two (or more) situations and present the
similarities between them.
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In ITGS the phrase "describe the
similarity between …" will be used instead of
compare.
Describe one similarity between an Intranet and the
Internet.
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contrast |
describe two (or more) situations and present the
differences between them.
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In ITGS the phrase "describe the
difference between …" will be used instead of
"contrast".
Describe one difference between a flat-file database
and a relational database. (2 marks) |
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define |
give a clear and precise meaning of a given word,
term or concept. |
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Define the term data redundancy.
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describe
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present the characteristics of a particular topic. |
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Describe one use of information
technology in a dentist’s office.
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discuss |
offer a considered and balanced review of a
particular topic. Opinions or
conclusions should be presented clearly and
supported by empirical
evidence and sound argument. |
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Discuss how a client–server network can help provide
reliable IT services to a company.
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distinguish
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make clear the differences between two or more
concepts/terms. |
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Distinguish between a computer
model and a computer simulation. (3 marks) |
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evaluate |
make an appraisal by weighing up the strengths and
limitations of different
evidence and arguments. |
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The network administrator has
proposed a backup system for the library that
creates a full backup every Friday. Evaluate this
proposal. (8 marks) |
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examine |
consider an argument or concept in a way that
uncovers the assumptions
and interrelationships of the issue. |
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Examine two benefits of adopting consistent
interface standards
throughout the company.
(4 marks) |
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explain |
describe, giving
reasons. |
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Explain one way that facial recognition technology
can assist an airline traveller.
(3 marks) |
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identify |
recognize and state briefly a distinguishing fact or
feature. |
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Identify the protocol used to transmit web pages. (1
mark) |
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to what
extent
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evaluate the success or otherwise of an argument or
concept. Opinions and
conclusions should be presented clearly and
supported with empirical
evidence and sound argument. |
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Ordinary citizens have been able to capture world
events using their camera phones. These pictures can
be sent to newspapers for immediate
publication. To what extent is freedom of
information outweighed by a potential invasion of
the privacy of
individuals being photographed.
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