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Protecting digital systems: Edexcel GCSE Computer Science questions

Every Edexcel GCSE Computer Science exam question on 5.3.2 Protecting digital systems, 2022–2025, with its mark scheme and examiner’s report.

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  1. Q3(c)(i)

    June 2025 · Paper 1

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  2. Q4(a)

    June 2022 · Paper 1

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  3. Q3(d)

    Specimen · Paper 1

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All 3 questions on Protecting digital systems, as a list
  1. June 2025, Paper 1, Q3(c)(i) (2 marks): Explain one reason why an acceptable use policy keeps computer systems secure. (2)
  2. June 2022, Paper 1, Q4(a) (2 marks): Explain one reason why files should be backed up regularly. (2)
  3. Specimen, Paper 1, Q3(d) (2 marks): Students are asked to sign an acceptable use policy. Explain one way that an acceptable use policy helps to protect student data. (2)

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