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4 marksAlgorithm Design and Representation

CAPE Computer Science Unit 1 · 2008 (second paper) · Paper 2 · Question 3(c)(ii)

Identity theft is widespread, often involving fraudulent websites mimicking authentic services to harvest credentials, or phishing emails asking to confirm account details.

Discuss TWO precautions to take when completing online purchases using a credit card.

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  1. 3(a)Describe TWO benefits and TWO challenges of introducing automated banking machines for customers.[8 marks]
  2. 3(b)(i)Explain the meaning of 'telecommuting'.[2 marks]
  3. 3(b)(ii)Describe TWO benefits and TWO challenges of telecommuting from the employer's perspective.[8 marks]
  4. 3(b)(iii)Describe TWO conditions necessary for telecommuting to be successful.[4 marks]
  5. 3(c)(i)Discuss TWO methods that Internet users can employ to protect themselves from identity theft.[4 marks]

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