ICT

1. Uses flash memory for storing software and data in files. There are no moving parts which makes them faster and more reliable than magnetic hard drives. (3)
3. Software, services and storage areas that run on the internet rather than being stored and accessed on a physical storage device. It has a very large storage capacity and is made up of a lot of servers that store and locate data and information. (8)
4. extremely large data sets that cannot be processed by traditonal methods (7)
5. Used to scan barcodes. Every product has a unique barcode that allows it to be identified and to store data about the product. (14)
6. Two dimensional barcodes that can store more data than a standard barcode and be read more quickly. They are often used in advertising and can be scanned by a smart phone. (7)
7. Smart electronic devices that can be worn. They track, log and record data. e.g. activity trackers, smart watches and headsets. (18)

2. Surveys that are located on the internet. Once a survey has been completed and submitted, the results are usually automatically saved in to a database or spreadsheet. (15)
8. Uses magnetic disks for storing software and data in files. The disks spin at high speeds while drive heads read and write the data. Can store huge amounts of data. (3)
9. Devices that can be transported by the user. e.g smartphones, tablets, GPS devices such as SatNavs, and eBook readers. These devices provide the user with instant information via the internet. (16)

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