Web content management system (CMS)

Term Key terms bank Y12 Programming for the Web

Also listed as: CMS

Definition

Software that lets people create and manage website content without coding (WordPress, Drupal). Its prevalence is high because it saves time, but it needs updates and security care.

Example: A CMS lets staff edit pages without a developer.

Found in: syllabus, school notes.

Short version to memorise (key terms bank)

Content management system (WordPress, Drupal, Joomla).

Where it is used in the test

Syllabus area: Y12 Programming for the Web.

Question types it can appear in

Multiple choice: Pick the option that matches the definition or example.
Short answer: Define, outline or explain it and tie it to the scenario.
Extended response: Use it as a supporting point linked to the stimulus.

No past question in this bank is linked to this term yet. It can still be tested through the question types above.

Study links

Flashcard: Web content management system (CMS) in Programming for the Web (Year 12) · study that set
Memorise: Web development system: front end, back end, databases
Key terms bank entry: CMS
Notes: Research, experiment with and evaluate the prevalence and use of web content management… (Programming for the Web (Year 12))
Notes: Content management systems (CMS) (Programming for the Web (Year 12))

How to use it in an answer

A model sentence

General advice, built from the definition and example above

“Software that lets people create and manage website content without coding (WordPress, Drupal).” Then apply it: A CMS lets staff edit pages without a developer.

In a short answer, give the definition in your own words first, then tie it to the situation in the question. Do not copy the example above unless it fits the scenario.

Command words used with it

General advice

No linked question shows the command word for this term. Across the past short answer and extended response questions in this bank the words used most are: Explain, Outline, Describe, Compare, Classify, Analyse. Check the actual word in your question.

Technique for the question types

Multiple choice: Read all four options, rule out wrong ones, pick one; no penalty for guessing so never leave blank.
Short answer: One clear point per mark, use the stimulus and course terms, and answer the command word.
Extended response: Plan with the command word, give a judgement or explanation supported by named details from the stimulus, use course terms and cover both sides when asked.

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