2025 OCR GCSE Computer Science Computer Systems J277/01

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OCR GCSE Computer Science – Paper 1: Computer Systems (J277/01) – 2025

This paper assesses students’ understanding of how computer systems work, including hardware, software, data, networks, and cybersecurity, as set out in the OCR GCSE Computer Science (9–1) specification.

Paper 1 focuses on the fundamentals of computer systems, including:

Systems architecture – CPU, memory, storage, and embedded systems
Memory and storage – primary and secondary storage, units, and performance
Computer networks – types of networks, protocols, topologies, and hardware
Network security – threats, vulnerabilities, and prevention methods
Systems software – operating systems, utility software, and application software
Ethical, legal, cultural, and environmental impacts of digital technology

The exam includes multiple-choice questions, short-answer questions, structured questions, and extended responses, requiring students to explain concepts, analyse scenarios, and apply knowledge to real-world situations.

This resource is ideal for exam revision, mock assessments, classroom teaching, and independent study, helping students build strong understanding and exam technique in Computer Systems.