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ZIMSEC O-Level Computer Science

8.4Form 1: Networking concepts, types of networks, topologies, internet services

Form 1: Networking concepts, types of networks, topologies, internet services in ZIMSEC O-Level Computer Science: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
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Learning objectives

What the syllabus expects you to be able to do.

  1. 8.4.1Outline the concept of a computer network and the LAN and WAN types.
  2. 8.4.2Describe the star, ring, bus and mesh topologies.
  3. 8.4.3Use internet services such as email, e-commerce, e-learning and social media.

Lessons

  • Computer networks: types and topologies

    30 min

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  • Internet service providers and online services

    30 min

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Form 1: Networking concepts, types of networks, topologies, internet services: sample question

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A hardware shop pays its ISP to store the shop's website on a server that is always connected to the internet. What is this service called?

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