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Computing, Covered - AQA GCSE Computer Science support

AQA 8525 Paper 2 revision

Revise Computing concepts across data representation, computer systems, networks, cyber security, databases and the wider effects of digital technology.

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Paper 2 at a glance

Paper 2 lasts 1 hour 45 minutes, carries 90 marks and is worth 50% of AQA GCSE Computer Science.

  • Data representation, including binary, images, sound and compression.
  • Computer systems, software, hardware and Boolean logic.
  • Networks, protocols, cyber security and defensive measures.
  • Relational databases, SQL and ethical, legal and environmental impacts.

Build connected explanations

Strong Paper 2 answers link a technical fact to the situation in the question. Revision should mix precise recall with calculations, comparisons and longer explanations.

  • Show each step in binary and storage calculations.
  • Explain how a security measure reduces a named risk.
  • Use accurate database field, record, key and relationship vocabulary.
  • Balance advantages and disadvantages before reaching a justified conclusion.

AQA-specific coverage

AQA topics sit beside the shared GCSE content, including decimal data units, Huffman coding, run-length encoding pairs, the four-layer TCP/IP model and SQL changes.

  • Coverage is checked against the current specification.
  • Revision includes several question types for each part of the course.
  • Question support opens the relevant Course Guide section.
  • A separate AQA Paper 2 practice paper is included.

Timed practice with saved work

The AQA Paper 2 practice paper uses a 105-minute timer and a 90-mark total. Autosave protects work as the learner moves through the paper.

  • Approved extra time is included when it has been set for the account.
  • Hints are not available during full timed practice.
  • Earlier attempts remain available for review.
  • Paper 1 and Paper 2 results stay separate.

Check the official AQA sources

AQA remains the authority for the specification and assessment rules. Computing, Covered provides separate explanations and original practice.

AQA 8525 subject content AQA 8525 specification version 1.3

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