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Explain the purpose of an algorithm.
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An algorithm sets out the steps to complete a given task. Usually shown as a flowchart or Pseudocode, so that the purpose of the task and the processes needed to complete it are clear to those who study it.
Grade 10 & 11 Computer Science
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Decks in class (45)
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Chapter 1 Data representation: Unit 1.1: Number systems8
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Chapter 1 Data representation: Unit 1.2: Text, Sound And Images16
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Chapter 1 Data representation: Unit 1.3: Data Storage and File Compression14
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Chapter 1 Definitions31
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Chapter 2 Data Transmission: Unit 2.1: Types and Methods of Data Transmission19
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Chapter 2 Data Transmission: Unit 2.2: Methods of error correction8
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Chapter 2 Data Transmission: Unit 2.3: Symmetric and Asymmetric Encryption4
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Chapter 2 Definitions36
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Chapter 3 Hardware: Unit 3.1: Computer architecture31
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Chapter 3 Hardware: Unit 3.2: Input and Output Devices (Unfinished)5
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Chapter 3 Hardware: Unit 3.3: Data Storage35
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Chapter 3 Hardware: Unit 3.4: Network Hardware18
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Chapter 3 Definitions86
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Chapter 4 Software: Unit 4.1: Types of Software and Interrupts Part 123
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Chapter 4 Software: Unit 4.1: Types of Software and Interrupts Part 217
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Chapter 4 Software: Unit 4.2: Types of Programming Language, translators and IDEs15
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Chapter 4 Definitions45
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Chapter 5 The Internet And Its Uses: Unit 5.1: The Internet And WWW11
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Chapter 5 The Internet And Its Uses: Unit 5.2: Digital Currency5
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Chapter 5 The Internet And Its Uses: Unit 5.3: Cyber security20
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Chapter 5 Definitions54
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Chapter 6 Automated And Emerging Technologies: Unit 6.1: Automated Systems10
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Chapter 6 Automated And Emerging Technologies: Unit 6.2: Robotics13
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Chapter 6 Automated And Emerging Technologies: Unit 6.3: Artificial Intelligence (AI)16
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Chapter 6 Definitions26
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Chapter 7 Algorithm Design And Problem Solving: Unit 7.1: The Program Development Life Cycle7
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Chapter 7 Algorithm Design And Problem Solving: Unit 7.2: Computer Systems, Sub-systems And Decomposition13
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Chapter 7 Algorithm Design And Problem Solving: Unit 7.3: Explaining The Purpose Of An Algorithm1
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Chapter 7 Algorithm Design And Problem Solving: Unit 7.4: Standard Methods Of Solution6
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Chapter 7 Algorithm Design And Problem Solving: Unit 7.5: Validation And Verification12
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Chapter 7 Algorithm Design And Problem Solving: Unit 7.6: Test Data5
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Chapter 7 Algorithm Design And Problem Solving: Unit 7.7: Trace Tables To Document Dry Runs Of Algorithms2
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Chapter 7 Algorithm Design And Problem Solving: Unit 7.8: Indentifying Errors In Algorithms1
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Chapter 7 Algorithm Design And Problem Solving: Unit 7.9: Writing And Amending Algorithms1
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Chapter 7 Definitions30
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Chapter 8 Programming: Unit 8.1: Programming concepts12
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Chapter 8 Programming: Unit 8.2: Arrays3
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Chapter 8 Programming: Unit 8.3: File Handling1
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Chapter 8 Definitions27
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Chapter 9 Databases: Unit 9.1: Databases11
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Chapter 9 Definitions15
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Chapter 10 Boolean Logic: Unit 10.1: Standard Logic Gate Symbols2
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Chapter 10 Boolean Logic: Unit 10.2: The Function Of The Six Logic Gates6
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Chapter 10 Boolean Logic: Unit 10.3: Logic Circuits, Logic Expressions, Truth Tables And Problem Statements1
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Chapter 10 Definitions4
