Question 1

Mikaylah is a painter and decorator. She creates video files to advertise her business online. 

Mikaylah uses her account to upload her videos to an online forum. 

She must change her password regularly. 

One feature of a strong password is that it must have a minimum of eight characters. 

Give two other features of a strong password. (2)

Question 1 Answer

Any two from: 

 

Mixture of both uppercase and lowercase letters (1)

Mixture of letters, numbers and special characters/symbols (1)

Avoid using dictionary words (1)

Avoid using repeated characters/adjacant keyboard characters (1)

Never use personal/memorable information, such as name, pet's name (1)

Never use your username as your password (1)

Never use obvious substitutions, such as "Passw0rd" (1)

Question 2

Changing her password regularly is one way James can keep her password secure. 

 

Give two other ways that Mikaylah can keep her password secure? (2)

Question 2 Answer

Any two from:

 

Never write the password down (1)

Never reveal her password to anyone (1)

Never allow anyone (shoulder surfing) to watch her type the password in (1)

Never allow browsers to remember the password (1)

Use different passwords for different sites (1)

Encrypt passwords/password manager (1)

Don't use a previously used password (1)

Use of anti-malware to prevent installation of key logging/surveillance software (1)

Question 3

Explain one way, other than using an online forum, in which Mikaylah can communicate and interact with online communities. (2)

Question 3 Answer

1. Social media, e.g. Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc. (1)

•she can create posts/groups so she can showcase her work (1)

•she can interact with communities through comments and direct messaging (1)

•face to face interaction (1)

2. Blog, vlog (1)

•ability to link/post new products or services (1)

3. Wiki (1)

•because she can post a link to the video (1)

4. Chatrooms (1)

•because he can set up a video chat room to offer tips on painting and decorating (1)

 

Question 3 Answer

5. Instant messaging (IM) (1)

•because it is time saving / provides real time communication (1)

6. Live video calls (1)

•because they can have face to face communication (1) Email (1) so James can communicate with groups of people (1)

Question 4

Mikaylah stores her files with a cloud storage provider. The cloud storage provider has recently been hacked and data has been breached. 

 

Explain one potential impact to Mikaylah and one potential impact to the cloud storage provider of this data breach. (4)

Question 4 Answer - Mikaylah

Damage to Mikaylah's reputation (1) which could lead to loss of customers (1)

Could be prosecuted (1) for failing to comply with the DPA/GDPR (1)

Mikaylah's competitors could gain an advantage (1) if they get hold of any of the compromised data (1)

She would not be able to show her designs to potential customers (1) due to temporary loss of access to her files (1)

Question 4 Answer - Cloud Storage Provider

Damage to cloud storage company’s reputation (1) which could lead to loss of customers/revenue (1)

(Other cloud storage providers) could target breached customers (1) in order to get their business (1)

Financial loss (1) due to compensation claims from James / cause bankruptcy (1)

 

Do not accept: Same response regarding reputation for both Mikaylah and the cloud storage provider.

Fraud - this is not something that would apply to Mikaylah in this instance.

Additional guidance: Responsibility for the data lies with the owner (Mikaylah) and not the cloud storage provider.

Question 5

Mikaylah is considering different options to store and backup her video files. 

 

Explain two benefits of using removable storage. (4)

Question 5 Answer

Award up to two marks for a linked explanation, such as:

Portability (1) because storage devices are small and lightweight which makes them easily moved from one location to another (1)

Require no power (1) because they rely on the power from the device they will be plugged into (1)

Fast data transfers (1) because removable storage devices can transfer files at relatively fast speeds (1)

Security of data (1) because most removeable storage devices come with data encryption technology (1)

Easy to use (1) because most storage devices have plug-and-play feature (1)

Increased durability (1) because most flash drives lack moving parts / that are less prone to damage from drops or shocks (1)

Question 5 Answer

Compatibility with many devices (1) because many removable storage devices use a USB interface / allows him to transfer files to other devices (1)

Cost efficient (1) because no subscription or membership is needed (cloud storage) (1)

Data can be accessed offline / anywhere (1) whereas if used cloud storage he would need an internet connection (1)

Question 6

Mikaylah downloads and watched videos from the internet to update her knowledge of painting and decorating techniques. 

 

Describe how Mikaylah can protect her computer from harmful downloads. (4)

Question 6 Answers

Award up to four marks from:

 

• Install anti-virus / anti-spyware / anti-malware software (1) to scan downloaded video files for suspicious threats (1)
• Regularly update anti-virus / anti-spyware / anti-malware software (1) to make sure the software recognises new threats (1)
• Use trusted websites (1) that have digital certificates / https (1)
• Safe browsing (1) set settings to stop visit untrusted website (1)
• Do not accept: Firewalls – they block unwanted traffic so not relevant for this question

Question 7 Answer

Learners discuss the features of suitable video file formats.

 

AVI (Audio Video Interleave)

•Versatile which makes it compatible with Windows, Linus, Mac

•Supported by most web browsers

•Uses less file compression which results in large file sizes, which could cause delays in streaming content

•Can create video files without compression, which makes the files lossless and it will keep its quality over time

 

 

Question 7 Answer

 WMV (Windows Media Video)

•Developed by Microsoft so this type of file can generally be played on Windows media players

•Not compatible with Apple devices, however, windows media player can be downloaded to play on iPhone/Mac

•The quality is generally higher which makes the file size quite large

MOV and QT (Quicktime formats)

•compatible with Windows and Mac platforms

•specifically designed for QuickTime players

•can store video effects, but because the quality is generally high, therefore the file size is quite large

•uses lossless video compression, when uncompressed there is no loss of data 

Question 7 Answer

MP4 (Do not accept MP3 – audio file format)

•Supported by most digital platforms and devices

•Can store video files (as well as audio, images and text)

•MP4 retains high video quality in relatively small file sizes

•Lossy file compression

 

AVCHD (Advanced Video coding high definition)

•Used for HD video playback and digital recording

•Using compression, it allows storage of high-quality video using a small amount of data

•Supports 3D video

Question 7 Answer

FLV and SWF (Flash formats)

•Most versatile and popular video formats which is supported by web browsers and video platforms

•Uses small file sizes so downloads are quicker

•Not compatible with iOS devices and some other mobile devices

 

WebM

•Open source video format for use with HTML5

•Requires a small amount of power to compress and unzip the files

•Enables online video streaming on most devices