RYAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL, ROHINI

REVISION WORKSHEET
CH – 1 : LATEST TECHNOLOGY AND TRENDS

Name ___________________ Class VIII Section ______________ Date __________

Q1 What do you understand by cloud computing? List its advantages?

Ans 1: Cloud computing means delivery of computing services. It provides a convenent environment where
you have access to shared scalable resources such as network servers, application and storage, whenever
required.

Advantages

1. Accessibility and flexibility

2. Reduced cost
3. Data security
4. Recource pooling
5. Scalability
6. Universal network

Q2 what is the difference between web app and desktop app?

Ans 2: Apps for desktop and laptop are called desktop apps. They ned to be installed before using. There
are some apps that can be run directly in the cloud without installing them on the system are called web
apps.

Q3 List some applications areas were artificial intelligence is used?

1. Games
2. Expert systems
3. Languages
4. Robotics

Q4 Do you think virtual reality has helped training individuals for complex or dangerous situations?
Comment?
Ans 4: Virtual reality is used by :

1. Surgeons – They practice virtual reality on virtual patients to gain experience before actual surgery.
2. Architects- They can take virtual tour of designs for understanding the look of the finished product.
3. Soldiers- They train themselves to understand battlefield situations.
4. Patients- Certain phobias and anxieties can be cured by introducing the subjects to the situations
they are scared of.
Q5. List two uses of wearable gadgets?

Ans 5: Uses of wearable gadgets –

1. Digital Phone Band is a futuristic concept available in the form of wrist band and 32 and 16 GB
storage options.
2. Bluetooth enables toothbrush- You can keep a watch on your dental progress by BLUETOOTH
enabled toothbrush.

RYAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL, ROHINI

REVISION WORKSHEET
CH– 3 : DATABASE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM:MS ACCESS 2010

Name ___________________ Class VIII Section ______________ Date __________

Q1. Why should one update database regularly?

Ans 1- Updating a database regularly allows you to enter, access and analyse data. It also
helps you to revive the important information easily. Therefore, database should be
updated regularly.

Q2. List the 4 differenttypes of DBMS. Which one of these is commonly used database and
why?
Ans 2: Four types of DBMS are:

1. Hierarchical
2. Network
3. Relational
4. Object Oriented
Among these databases the most commonly used is Relational Database. It is popular
because it is efficient.

Q3. How does DBMS ensure data security?

Ans 3: It protects data from unauthorised access. Database administrator (DBA) has full
control over the database and gives access to only authorised users.

Q4. Compare the Design and Datasheet Views?

Ans 4: Design View is used to define the data table structure and is to add field names to
the table. Select Design view options from the Drop-down menu and give datatypes for
every field name or column.
Datasheet View is used to insert data once the datatypes of the columns are set then you
are ready to enter the records to add new records to a table, open the table in datasheet
view. It is the default view of the table. It shows the records and allows you to add, modify
the records in a table.
Q5. What is the importance of Primary Key in a table database?
Ans 5: It is the unique identifier of a record. This field can never be blank or contain a NULL
value. It cannot be same for any two records.

RYAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL, ROHINI

REVISION WORKSHEET
CH– 4 : RAISING QUERIES

Name ___________________ Class VIII Section ______________ Date __________

Q1. Can you create a relationship between two tables? For what purpose is it
used?
Ans 1: Yes! Relationships can be created between two tables. The purpose is to
avoid duplicate entry of data.

Q2. Write the steps to filter the records?

Ans 2: Steps to filter records are-
Step 1- Select the column.
Step 2- On the HOME Tab-> Sort and Filter group-> click Filter.
Step 3- From the Drop-down menu->uncheck the Select All Checkbox and then
select the check box for which you wish to see the data.
Step 4- Click OK.

Q3. Write the steps to raise a Query using Query Wizard?

Ans 3: To create a Query using Query Wizard->
Step 1: Open the Table in the Datasheet view.
Step 2- On the Create Tab -> Queries group-> Click Query Wizard. The New
Query Dialog box opens.
Step 3- Select the Simple Query option-> Click OK.
Step 4- Select the Field from available field -> Click the ADD button.

Q4. How does the CRITERIA option help in defining results of the query?
Ans 4: The Criteria option helps to retrieve records based on the given condition.

Apply Criteria To a Query

DATE CRITERIA

Q5. How will you run a query?

Ans 5: Step 1- Go to Design Tab -> Results group
Step 2- Click RUN to Execute the Query-> Click File Tab and SAVE.
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REVISION WORKSHEET
CH– 5 : FORMS AND REPORTS

Name ___________________ Class VIII Section ______________ Date __________

Q1. What is a Form? List Its uses.

Ans 1- A Form is a Database Object. It allows you to enter, change and view the data in a database.
Q2. What are Reports? What are they used for?
Ans 2- Report is a database object. It is used to view and summarize a data in a printable format.
Q3. What is the purpose of Record Navigation Bar?
Ans 3- The Record Navigation Bar shows the number of records in a table. It also provides numerous
navigation buttons to view the records. These are- First Record, Previous Record, Current Record, Next
Record and Last Record.

Q4. Write the steps to Create a Customised Form?

ANS 4- Steps to Create a Customised Formusing Form Wizard are as follows->
Step 1- In CREATE TAB -> FORMS GROUP Select FORM WIZARD.
Step 2- Select the Tables from the TABLES/QUERIES drop-down list box.
Step 3- Click the ADD BUTTON, Select ALL THE REQUIRED FIELDS-> Click NEXT.
Step 4- Select the DESIGN Layout from the options-> Click NEXT.
Step 5- Enter the name and click FINISH.
Step 6- Click the NEW BLANK RECORD button to open a New Record.
Step 7- Enter the details and SAVE the Form.