Computer Applications · Unit 3 · 10 theory marks · CBSE Class X (2026–27)
Learn respectful online conduct, software licensing, intellectual property, plagiarism, the digital divide and safe electronic commerce. Apply these ideas to everyday digital choices.
Learn respectful online conduct, software licensing, intellectual property, plagiarism, the digital divide and safe electronic commerce. Apply these ideas to everyday digital choices.
Review a sample student project and label which images, text or software require permission, attribution or a suitable open license. Draft a short online safety checklist for passwords, payments and personal data.
Use your school’s prescribed software version and teacher instructions. Keep personal information out of public practice files.
These questions and answers are original practice written for this guide; they are not copied from past papers.
What is plagiarism, and how can a student avoid it?
Plagiarism is presenting another person’s words or ideas as one’s own. A student should write in their own words, cite sources clearly, mark direct quotations and follow the license terms for reused material.
What is the digital divide?
It is the gap between people who can access and effectively use digital devices, connectivity and services and those who cannot. Cost, location, disability and digital skills can contribute to it.
State three precautions for online shopping.
Use a trusted site and a secure connection, verify the payment page before entering details, and never share OTPs or passwords. Check seller and return information and report suspicious activity.
Aligned to the CBSE 2026–27 syllabus outline. Check the official subject curriculum and your school’s textbook/material for the prescribed scope.