Printable Loopcards | Topic 4: Computers | Edexcel IGCSE Computer Science

What are loop cards?

Loop cards are a great game that can be played individually or as a class. They are perfect for review key vocabulary or questions at the end of a topic or when revising for an exam.

Instructions

  1. Cut out the cards from the paper horizontally (but don't cut them in half!) and then shuffle them.
  2. Now start joining each question on the right hand side of the card to the matching answer on the next card.
  3. Carry on until all the cards loop together and you have competed the game!

Hint: Make sure that you set your paper to portrait to print 4 cards per sheet of A4 paper.

Edit Vocab

Magnetic storage is a type of secondary memory that uses magnetic fields to store data, such as hard disk drives and magnetic tape.
What are the advantages of an interpreter?
Interpreters are fast to run and make it easy to test code interactively.
What are some examples of low-level programming languages?
Examples of low-level programming languages include Assembly and Machine Language.
What is the role of device drivers?
The role of device drivers is to provide a software interface to hardware devices, enabling the operating system to access and control the hardware device.
What is a compiler?
A compiler is a program that converts high-level language into machine language.
What is meant by 'hardware consolidation'?
Hardware consolidation is the process of reducing the number of physical machines in a data center by using virtualization.
What is the stored program concept?
The stored program concept is the idea that instructions and data can be stored in memory, allowing a computer to execute instructions in a more flexible and efficient manner.
What is software simulation?
Software simulation is a process of creating a computer program that models the behavior of a real-world system.
What are the future trends in operating systems?
The future trends in operating systems are: cloud-based operating systems, artificial intelligence integration, and enhanced security features.
What is the role of utility software in maintaining computer systems?
It performs tasks such as managing files and folders, repairing disks, and protecting against viruses to keep the system functioning properly.
What is magnetic storage?