Printable Loopcards | Topic 5: Communication and the internet | 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
Cut out the cards from the paper horizontally (but don't cut them in half!) and then shuffle them.
Now start joining each question on the right hand side of the card to the matching answer on the next card.
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.
The different email protocols are POP3, SMTP, and IMAP.
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A website is a collection of webpages that are linked together and can be accessed on the internet.
What are the disadvantages of 3G mobile communication standards?
Disadvantages of 3G include limited coverage and network capacity.
What is a LAN?
A LAN, or local area network, is a network that connects devices in a small geographic area, such as a home or office building.
What is a firewall?
A firewall is a network security system that monitors and filters incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predefined security rules. It can be implemented as hardware or software, and is used to protect a computer network from unauthorized access and malicious attacks.
What are the benefits of a WAN?
A WAN can connect devices across long distances and provide access to remote resources and information.
What is the difference between 4G and 5G?
5G has faster data transfer rates and lower latency compared to 4G.
What is a WAN?
A WAN is a network that connects devices over a large geographic area, such as multiple cities or countries.
What is the internet?
The internet is a global network of interconnected computers and devices
What is encryption?
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