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File management

Syllabus section 11: File management.

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0417

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Information and Communication Technology

Subject

CambridgeIGCSEInformation and Communication Technology0417

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What this unit covers

  • Manage files effectively: Effectively manage files by being able to locate, open, and import various file types. Organize files in a structured directory system, use suitable file names, and save and print files in multiple formats such as documents, screenshots, database reports, data tables, graphs/charts, and web pages in both browser and HTML views. Save and export files in specific application formats like .docx, .xlsx, .accdb, and in generic formats such as .csv, .txt, .pdf, and .jpg. Understand the characteristics and uses of different file formats including css, csv, gif, htm, jpg, pdf, png, rtf, txt, zip, and rar, as well as the importance of using generic file formats.
  • Reduce file sizes for storage or transmission: Minimize file sizes for the purpose of storage or transmission. Learners should be capable of utilizing file compression techniques such as .zip and .rar to achieve this. It is essential for learners to comprehend the concept of file compression and the importance of reducing file sizes for effective storage or transmission.