IB Computer Science 1.2 System Design Basics Questionbank

Outline the logical steps that the processing must follow when the system sends out the text reminders.

Describe two different methods that the medical centre could use that would allow data to be restored should it be lost for any reason.

The medical centre is concerned about the privacy of the data it is storing and has to make decisions concerning:

• access to the data stored on this system
• storing the data locally or through the use of a cloud service.

Discuss the issues that should be considered before making these decisions.

Define the term client.

Define the term server.

Identify two different stakeholders who should be consulted during the planning of a new smart home monitoring system.

Identify two possible compatibility issues as a part of data migration.

Outline how a virtual private network (VPN) will allow employees who are in Europe to communicate with the Head Office in Asia.

A software development firm is designing a new human resources platform for a global corporation with thousands of employees.

State two reasons why the systems analyst might choose to use online surveys rather than face-to-face interviews to gather initial requirements from the staff.