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What is an example of a computational artifact?

  • A meeting agenda
  • Source code (correct)
  • A printed book
  • Personal notes

    • Abstraction involves focusing on all details of a problem or system.

    False

    What process involves breaking down a complex problem into smaller tasks?

    Decomposition

    __________ is developing a step-by-step solution to solve a problem.

    <p>Algorithm Design</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following design methods with their descriptions:

    <p>Algorithms = Set of step-by-step instructions Flowcharts = Visual representation of logic Pseudocode = Intermediate representation of algorithms Diagrams = Visual aid for architecture and design</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a step in computational thinking?

    <p>Optimization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Pseudocode uses strict programming language syntax.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant benefit of producing computational artifacts during software development?

    <p>They make the process of developing software easier.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of comments in pseudocode?

    <p>To explain the logic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Pseudocode is case-sensitive.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What keyword is often used to indicate the start of a loop in pseudocode?

    <p>FOR</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In pseudocode, a variable can be declared using the keyword _______.

    <p>DECLARE</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their definitions:

    <p>INPUT = Action of receiving data OUTPUT = Action of producing data VARIABLE = Storage for data values ALGORITHM = A step-by-step problem-solving process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT an essential part of planning and developing a computational artifact?

    <p>Choosing a programming language</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Including line numbers in pseudocode is required for all projects.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What symbols are commonly used for single-line comments in pseudocode?

    <p>//</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a step involved in tracing an algorithm?

    <p>Skip Initialization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Testing an algorithm involves only using valid input data.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a trace table used for?

    <p>To show the variable changes at each stage in the algorithm.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Before tracing an algorithm, one must thoroughly understand the algorithm's ________ flow.

    <p>logic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following steps of tracing an algorithm with their descriptions:

    <p>Understand the Algorithm = Gain a clear comprehension of the logic flow Choose Test Input = Select suitable inputs for testing the algorithm Trace Each Step = Manually execute the algorithm step-by-step Verify Output = Evaluate the final output against expectations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of initialization in tracing an algorithm?

    <p>Set the algorithm in its initial state</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The trace method helps simulate the execution of an algorithm through hand execution.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the iterative process applied in testing computational artifacts?

    <p>Testing and refinement of the solution.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using trace tables?

    <p>To generate output on input data and test algorithm correctness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Efficiency is one of the parameters used to evaluate algorithms.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name two common types of algorithms mentioned.

    <p>Sorting algorithms, Insertion sort</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the Insertion Sort algorithm, elements are compared and sorted if they are not in __________ order.

    <p>correct</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the sorting algorithms with their brief description:

    <p>Insertion Sort = Compares adjacent elements and sorts them Bubble Sort = Repetitively compares and swaps adjacent elements Selection Sort = Selects the smallest element and places it at the start Quick Sort = Divides the array into sub-arrays for efficient sorting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following parameters is NOT typically used to evaluate algorithms?

    <p>Complexity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What visual aid is used in the description of the Insertion Sort algorithm?

    <p>Colored elements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The final output of the Insertion Sort algorithm is an unsorted array.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the Bubble Sort algorithm?

    <p>To sort elements in an array</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Binary Search algorithm can be applied to unsorted lists.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Describe what happens during the first iteration of the Bubble Sort with the elements: 13, 32, 26, 35, 10.

    <p>In the first iteration, 32 is compared with 26, causing them to swap, resulting in the array: 13, 26, 32, 35, 10.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The __________ method works on sorted lists and uses a divide and conquer approach.

    <p>Binary Search</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following algorithms with their primary function:

    <p>Bubble Sort = Sorting elements in an array Binary Search = Finding an element in a sorted list Linear Search = Searching through all elements in a list Insertion Sort = Constructing a sorted list by repeatedly taking elements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Binary Search algorithm compare to determine the position of the desired element?

    <p>The middle element of the list</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do you need before performing a Binary Search?

    <p>The list must be sorted.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Bubble Sort can completely sort an array in a single iteration.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many comparisons are needed to find an element at index 6 in an array of 10 elements using linear search?

    <p>7</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Trace tables are only useful for showing how an algorithm executes without any testing involved.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of bubble sort?

    <p>To repeatedly step through the list, compare adjacent elements and swap them if they are in the wrong order.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In evaluating algorithms, we consider both ______ and ______.

    <p>correctness, efficiency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following includes programs, simulations, and videos as computational artifacts?

    <p>Programs, Simulations and Videos</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following search algorithms to their preferred use cases:

    <p>Linear Search = Best for small unsorted datasets Binary Search = Best for sorted datasets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Control structures dictate the flow of execution in algorithms.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name three commonly used computational artifacts created during computational thinking.

    <p>Programs, Simulations, and Flowcharts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Activity 7: Firewall Configuration

    • Objective: Introduce students to firewall concepts and software firewall configuration.
    • Install software firewalls on lab computers.
    • Explain firewall functionality, including inbound and outbound traffic filtering.
    • Guide students through configuring firewall rules to permit specific applications or ports.
    • Provide scenarios requiring firewall rule creation based on security procedures.
    • Discuss firewall maintenance and log monitoring for suspicious activities.

    Activity 8: Cybersecurity Threat Analysis

    • Objective: Examine cybersecurity threats and preventive measures.
    • Present cybersecurity threat scenarios (malware, phishing, DDoS).
    • Students analyze scenarios, identify vulnerabilities, and propose preventive measures.
    • Provide case studies of cyberattacks and lessons learned.
    • Organize group discussions/debates, allowing students to present their findings and solutions.
    • Encourage staying updated on cybersecurity news, trends, and relevant articles or reports.

    Unit 2: Computational Thinking and Algorithms

    • Learning Outcomes:
      • Plan, develop, systematically test and refine computational artifacts to solve problems.
      • Apply common search and sort algorithms.
    • Computational Thinking Concepts:
      • Abstraction
      • Decomposition
      • Pattern recognition
      • Algorithm design

    Computational Artifacts in Software Development

    • Definition: Human-made objects and systems created using computational thinking.
    • Examples:
      • Programs
      • Websites
      • Videos
      • Simulations
      • Databases
      • Digital animations
      • Software systems
      • E-commerce platforms
      • Mobile applications

    Computational Solution Design

    • Common Artifacts:
      • Algorithms
      • Flowcharts
      • Pseudocode

    Algorithm Design

    • Algorithms: Step-by-step instructions defining problem solutions.
    • Example Algorithm: Algorithm for adding two numbers.
    • Flowcharts: Visual representations of algorithms using symbols for steps and their flow.
    • Example Flowchart: Flowchart for adding two numbers.
    • Pseudocode: Structured representation of algorithms using natural language and programming structures.
    • Example Pseudocode: Pseudocode for adding two numbers.

    Testing Computational Artifacts

    • Tracing an Algorithm: "Desk check" or dry-run of an algorithm using trace tables to simulate execution, check variable changes, and identify logical errors.
    • Input Data Considerations: Algorithm testing should include valid, invalid, and boundary condition inputs.
    • Identifying Potential Logical Errors: Algorithms testing should consider potential logical errors.

    Algorithms Evaluation Parameters

    • Correctness: Algorithms should produce the expected outputs for all valid inputs.
    • Efficiency: Algorithms should perform quickly with minimal resource consumption (time, memory).
    • Clarity: Algorithms should be easily understood and maintained by humans.

    Common Sorting Algorithms

    • Insertion Sort: Compares adjacent elements and sorts them; the smallest element is selected and swapped.
    • Bubble Sort: Repeatedly compares and swaps adjacent elements to place the largest element at the end.

    Common Searching Algorithms

    • Linear Search: Checks each element sequentially.
    • Binary Search: Divides the search space in half; works only on sorted lists.

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    This quiz covers key concepts in firewall configuration and cybersecurity threat analysis. Students will learn about firewall functionality, rule creation, and various cybersecurity threats like malware and phishing. Through analysis of scenarios and case studies, they'll acquire skills to propose preventive measures against cyberattacks.

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