Digital Information Technology Mock Revision Jan $$2026$$

A set of vocabulary flashcards for the Jan $$2026$$ Digital Information Technology mock exam covering networks, cloud computing, cybersecurity, and flowcharts.

Ad-Hoc Networks

A temporary network where devices connect directly with no router, described as quick but having weak security.

Cloud Storage

Files stored online that are accessed using the internet, with examples including OneDrive and Google Drive.

Cloud Computing

Software used online with no installation required, such as Google Docs and Office Online.

External Threats

Security risks that come from outside the organisation, including phishing, malware, and hacking.

Phishing

A fake message, such as a fake bank email, that pretends to be real to steal passwords.

Malware

Harmful software, with specific types to remember being viruses, ransomware, and spyware.

Internal Threats

Security risks caused by employees, examples of which include human error, weak passwords, and unsafe downloads.

Passwords

A secret word or phrase used to control access; good versions are long and use mixed characters.

Biometrics

Security authentication that uses physical features, such as fingerprints and face recognition.

Firewalls

Systems used to block suspicious traffic and protect networks.

Anti-Virus Software

Software that detects malware and removes viruses; it requires regular updating.

Encryption

The process of scrambling data to keep it safe, with the risk that losing the key results in losing the data.

Environmental Impact of IT

The effects related to the manufacturing, use, and disposal of digital devices.

Data Protection

Laws that protect personal data by setting rules businesses must follow to keep data safe and prevent misuse.

Right to be Forgotten

Also called the 'right to erasure,' this allows people to ask for their data to be deleted, a process for which the business has $1$ month to comply.

Cookies

Small files stored on a device to track website activity; websites must explain them and ask for permission.

Flowcharts

Diagrams that show the steps in a process using standard symbols to clearly show logic and spot mistakes.

Start/End Symbol

The oval symbol used in a flowchart.

Process Symbol

The rectangle symbol used in a flowchart.

Decision Symbol

The diamond symbol used in a flowchart for YES/NO choices.

Input/Output Symbol

The parallelogram symbol used in a flowchart.