KNEC Craft Certificate in ICT Module 1 Introduction to ICT Past Paper March 2024 Answers

Answers for Craft Certificate in ICT Module 1 Introduction to ICT Past Paper March 2024

Course Name:  Information and Communication Technology
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Course Level:  Craft Certificate
Sub Level:       Module I
Course Unit:   Introduction to ICT
Exam body:    KNEC
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1. Outline four advantages of a batch data processing mode ()
2. Explain two functions of utility programs in a computer system ()
3. A mechanical engineering company intends to acquire computers for its operations. Outline two uses of the computers in the company ()
4. Explain each of the following intellectual property rights as used in computers: (a) patent; (b) copyright; ()
5. Differentiate between shielded twisted pair and unshielded twisted pair cables ()
6. Outline four advantages of an impact printer ()
7. A company intends to buy a supercomputer for its operations. Outline four features of this computer ()
8. Jane acquired an application software for her computer. Explain two factors she could have considered during this acquisition ()
9. Explain two challenges of sequential file access method ()
10. Harry left unprotected computer cables running across the floor in a computer room. Explain two dangers posed by those cables ()
11. Explain each of the following terms as used in computing: (i) data mining (ii) data warehousing ()
12. Daniel installed a pirated software in his computer. Explain three disadvantages of using this software ()
13. Figure 1 shows a computer network topology. Use it to answer the questions that follow: (i) Identify the network topology. (1 marks) ii) Outline four advantages of the topology identified in (i). ()
14. List four navigation keys in the computer keyboard ()
15. Sarah intends to buy a computer monitor. Outline three types of monitor she could get in the market. ()
16. Davis used fiber optic cables to connect computers. Explain three benefits of using this cable ()
17. Leon, a computer user has been experiencing neck pain. Explain two possible causes of this pain ()
18. Outline three functions of the control unit in a computer system ()
19. Explain three factors that could influence the choice of a computer acquisition method ()
20. A transportation company uses real time data processing mode for its operations. Explain three benefits of using this mode ()
21. Explain the term live ware as used in computing ()
22. Distinguish between special purpose and general purpose computers ()
23. State two computer pointing input devices ()
24. George captured data directly from the source into a computer. Describe two input devices he could have used ()
25. Explain the term wide areas network ()
26. Outline three characteristics of a wide area network ()
27. Distinguish between CD-R and CD-RW storage devices ()
28. Harriet was advised to use a strong password in a computer to safe guard information. Explain three characteristics of such a password ()
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