Hardware and Software

The Hardware and Software unit introduces the wide range of devices and programs used in ICT.

The unit is split into seven topics:

Definitions and examples

Types of computers

Input devices

Output devices

Storage devices

Internal memory

User interfaces

This web page should be used together with the Hardware and Software objectives booklet. The links below provide the information that you need to complete the learning objectives in the booklet as well as tasks to help you develop your understanding of the unit.

The unit will be assessed through a 45 minute written test comprised of recent examination questions associated with Hardware and Software.

Click on the movie reel below to access the task sheet for the Hardware and Software Unit Project