Information Technology Systems
Information Technology Systems
Lessons covering every topic
Quizzes for every lesson
Over 2.5 hours on-demand video
Awards, experience points & levels
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Content Areas
Learning Aim A
Digital devices in IT systems.
Learning Aim B
Transmitting data.
Learning Aim C
Operating online.
Learning Aim D
Protecting data and information.
Learning Aim E
Impact of IT systems.
Learning Aim F
Issues.Modules
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The features and uses of digital devices in IT systems to meet the needs of individuals and organisations.
4 Lessons
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4 Quizzes
Sample Module
Digital Devices 1
Digital Devices 2
Uses of Digital Devices 1
Uses of Digital Devices 2
Peripheral Devices & Media
The features and uses of peripheral devices and media in IT systems to meet the needs of individuals and organisations.
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3 Lessons
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3 Quizzes
Input & Output Devices
Storage Devices
Data Processing & Accessibility Devices
The use of, and relationships between, hardware and software that form IT systems and their impact on individuals and organisations.
6 Lessons
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6 Quizzes
Types & Role of Operating Systems
Choice & Use of User Interfaces
Performance of Operating Systems
Application Software
Image & Video File Types
Application File Types & Licences
Emerging Technologies
How emerging technologies can be used by individuals and organisations.
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1 Lesson
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1 Quiz
Implications of Emerging Technologies
Choosing IT Systems
How the features of an IT system can affect its performance and/or the performance of a larger IT system.
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1 Lesson
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1 Quiz
Factors Affecting Choice of IT System
Connectivity
The implications for individuals and organisations of selecting and using wireless and wired connection types.
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2 Lessons
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2 Quizzes
Wired Methods of Connecting Devices
Wireless Methods of Connecting Devices
Networks
The concepts and implications for individuals and organisations of connecting devices to form a network.
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2 Lessons
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2 Quizzes
Types of Networks
Factors Affecting Choice of Network
How the features and processes of data transmission affect the use and performance of IT systems.
3 Lessons
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3 Quizzes
Data Transmission Protocols
Data Transmission Security Issues
Bandwidth, Latency & Compression
Online Systems
The features, impact and implications of the use of online IT systems to store data and perform tasks.
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2 Lessons
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2 Quizzes
Using Online Systems
Remote Working & Choosing Online Systems
Online Communities
The features of online communities and the implications of their widespread use for organisations and individuals.
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3 Lessons
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3 Quizzes
Interacting with Online Communities
Implications of Online Communities 1
Implications of Online Communities 2
The implications of accidental and malicious threats to the security and integrity of data, held in, and used by, IT systems.
1 Lesson
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1 Quiz
Implication of Threats
Protecting Data
The features, uses and implications of systems and procedures used to protect the data of individuals and organisations.
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2 Lessons
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2 Quizzes
Online Services
How the features of online services are used to meet the needs of individuals and organisations.
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2 Lessons
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2 Quizzes
Features of Online Services
Uses of Online Services
Impact on Organisations
The impact, features & implications of IT systems used by organisations.
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3 Lessons
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3 Quizzes
Features of IT Systems 1
Features of IT Systems 2
Impact of IT Systems
Using & Manipulating Data
The uses, processes and implications for individuals and organisations of accessing and using data and information in digital form.
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3 Lessons
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3 Quizzes
Data Sources
Processing & Presenting Data
Data Collection User Interfaces
Moral & Ethical Issues
The implications, for individuals, organisations and wider society, of moral and ethical factors of using information technology.
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2 Lessons
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2 Quizzes
Moral & Ethical Factors 1
Moral & Ethical Factors 2
Legal Issues
The legal issues relating to the use of IT systems and the implications for individuals, organisations and wider society.
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2 Lessons
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2 Quizzes
Data & User Protection Legislation
Accessibility Legislation & Guidelines