1. Sources of Data

2. Direct & Indirect Data
• Direct Data is collected from an original
source, interviews, questionnaires or
observations
• Indirect Data is collected by someone else
and you are using for something else

3. Direct: Pros & Cons
http://www.teach-ict.com/as_a2_ict_new/ocr/AS_G061/311_data_info_knowledge/sources_of_data/miniweb/pg5.htm

4. Indirect: Pros & Cons
http://www.teach-ict.com/as_a2_ict_new/ocr/AS_G061/311_data_info_knowledge/sources_of_data/miniweb/pg8.htm

5. Archived Data
• Archived data is not immediately available online.
It has been removed and stores safely offline.
• Pros
– A permanent copy is also available
– Computer storage system is unused as archived data is
removed on to removal hardrive
• Cons:
– When needed in hurry, not always received on time
– If there is a fire, may be lost, or may be stolen

6. Archived Data
• Archived data is not immediately available online.
It has been removed and stores safely offline.
• Pros
– A permanent copy is also available
– Computer storage system is unused as archived data is
removed on to removal hardrive
• Cons:
– When needed in hurry, not always received on time
– If there is a fire, may be lost, or may be stolen