Computing - Fundamentals of Computer Systems

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Revision on the Fundamentals of Computer Systems
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What is a computer system? A computer system is a collection of hardware and software that works together to achieve a set task
List three places where computer systems are used Safety, Travel, Business, Retail, Entertainment, Communication, Education, Politics and Government, Science, NHS
What are the 4 types of standards? De facto, Propriety, Open and Industry standards
Give an example of online ethics When a network like Facebook is created, some people will misuse it to put untrue or abusive comments about other people
Give an example of environmental considerations Organisations such as schools and hospitals have an obligation to dispose of old computers by recycling
The Data Protection Act specifies the rules about collecting and holding data, what do these include? 1. The data must be accurate and up to date 2. You have a right to see what data is held about you 3. The data must be protected from unauthorised access
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