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OCR GCSE Computer Science Exam Questions

1.1 Systems Architecture

1.1 question 24

Justify your choice from the previous question

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MARKS

Mark scheme

  • A theormostat is not general‑purpose

  • It has limited/specific functions

  • It is a computer within a mechanical unit

  • It runs firmware / built‑in OS

  • Hardware tailored to purpose

Exam guidance

  • Apply to scenario

  • Do not award generic definitions only 

  • Opposite reasons for desktop PC are acceptable if not repeating points

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