1CP2 P2Edexcel GCSE Computing · 1CP2 Paper 1 (Programming)
Embedded Systems and IoT
Characteristics of embedded systems, IoT definition and examples, advantages and security concerns.
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Embedded systems — fill in the table
Point
Detail
Definition
Runs on
Characteristics
Interaction
Examples
Embedded vs general-purpose computers — fill in the table
Term
Definition
General-purpose computer
Embedded system
Firmware
Real-time
Cost
Internet of Things (IoT) — fill in the table
Point
Detail
IoT
Connectivity
Examples
Data
Scale
IoT advantages and concerns — fill in the table
Category
Detail
Advantages
Security concerns
Privacy concerns
Reliability
Botnet risk
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1 markEmbedded system definition1CP2 Paper 2
Which of the following best describes an embedded system?
A A general-purpose computer that has been installed inside another device
B A dedicated computer system built into a larger device to perform a specific fixed function
C Any device that connects to the internet
D A virtual computer running inside another operating system
3 marksCharacteristics of embedded systems1CP2 Paper 2
Give THREE characteristics of embedded systems that distinguish them from general-purpose computers. (3 marks)
Hint: Think about what makes embedded systems different: what they do (one function), their resources (limited), their power, their software (firmware in ROM).
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3 marksIoT security concern1CP2 Paper 2
Explain TWO security risks associated with the growth of Internet of Things devices. (4 marks)
Hint: Two risks with explanation of why they arise and what harm they cause. Think about: weak security, no updates, attack surface, privacy.
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1 markIoT example1CP2 Paper 2
Which of the following is an example of an IoT device?
A A USB flash drive
B A laptop with WiFi
C A smart thermostat that learns usage patterns and can be controlled via a smartphone app
D A calculator
1 markFirmware definition1CP2 Paper 2
What is firmware?
A Software that the user installs to add features to a device
B Fixed software stored in ROM within an embedded system that controls its basic operation
C Temporary software loaded into RAM when the device starts
D Software used to compress files on storage devices