KNEC Diploma in ICT module 1 Introduction to ICT and Ethics past paper: November 2021 Answers

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Course Name:  Information and Communication Technology
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Course Level:  Diploma
Sub Level:       Module I
Course Unit:   Introduction to ICT and Ethics
Exam body:    KNEC
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Outline four advantages of the outsourcing method of acquiring computer services ()

Describe three benefits of flash disk as a storage device ()

Distinguish between defragmenter and debugger as used in computers ()

Sofia, a secretary at a technical institute, has low self-esteem. Explain three ways she could deal with this ()

Outline three positive effects of information communication technology to a college student ()

Figure 1 shows a computer inputs device. Use it to answer the question that follows (i)Identify the device shown in the figure 1 (ii)Explain two advantages of the device identified in (i) ()

Explain three possible reasons that lead to unethical behavior in information communication technology. ()

A programmer is developing a computer program for an organization using a high-level language. Describe three characteristics of such languages ()

Outline four advantages of a mesh computer network topology ()

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Differentiate between minicomputer and microcomputer ()

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George has noticed that his computer has been infected by a virus. Explain three cyber-crimes that could have been committed ()

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Outline four types of Read Only Memory (ROM) ()

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Distinguish between compromising and collaborating conflict management techniques ()

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Delight company intends to hire a network administrator. Explain three skills that this computer personnel should posses. ()

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Explain three circumstances under which a company could use telecommuting ()

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Distinguish between dumb and intelligent terminal ()

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Describe each of the following terms as used in information communication technology (i) Information privacy; (iii)Copyright (iv)Data protection ()

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Outline four benefits that a student could accrue from good time management ()

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Juck technical institute of technology has been undertaking unsuccessful social responsibility programme. Explain three possible causes of this failure ()

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Outline four ways a student could manage stress ()

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Amani counselling clinic has been handling many domestic conflicts issues among its workers. Explain three possible causes of such conflicts ()

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Figure 2 shows a computer port, use it to answer the question that follows i)Identify each of the ports depicted in the figure ii)Explain one use of each of the port identified in (i) ()

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Julius installed an application software in his computer. Describe two classes of this software that he could have installed ()

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Outline four types of people skills that should be possessed by an information communication technology graduate. ()

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Explain three circumstances that could necessitate the use of a batch method of processing data ()

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Differentiate between logical and physical access controls as used in data security ()

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Jacob, an ICT manager in a company, advised the management to acquire a mainframe computer for networking. Explain three reasons that could have led to this advice. ()

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Explain three characteristics of real-time data processing method ()

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Explain two circumstances that could lead to upgrading of a computer hard disk ()

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An ICT technician prefers to use a fiber optic cable in a computer network. Explain the reasons for this preference ()

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A company used ICT legislation and guideline in developing its policy. Outline four sources of this legislation and guidelines ()