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<=KNEC Diploma in ICT module 1 Introduction to ICT and Ethics past paper:November 2013
State two functions of each of the following computer devices:
i)ALU;
ii)VDU
i)ALU;
ii)VDU
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Questions List:
1. List six production of computer input devices
2. Annete a computer teacher noticed that a student in her class had a problem of low self-esteem. Explain three causes of this problem
3. With the aid of a diagram, outline the parts of a computer floppy disk
4. Faith was advised to install a network interface card in her computer. Explain the importance of this hardware
5. The management of Mambo TTI would like to buy computers worth one million shillings.Outline the procedure they would follow when acquiring the computers
6. List four examples of computer network topologies
7. Differentiate between super computers and mainframe computers, citing an area of application in each case
8. Outline four examples of ports found in a computer system that are used in connecting the computer to peripherals devices
9. Faida is a computer college and their students spend a lot of time in the computer laboratory using the computers. Explain health related problems that would be as a result of each of the following i)bright light from the monitor ii)Typing for many hours
10. Arnold, a computer expert, has developed a computer game software and has decided to copyright it. Explain two benefits that he would enjoy from copyrighting his work
11. Describe the term ergonomics as used in ICT
12. Differentiate between laser jet printer and a fax machine as used in ICT.
13. Explain three measures that an organization should put in place to avoid unauthorized access to data
14. Anna, a computer user is experiencing back and neck ache regularly as a result of using a computer for long hours. Identify four precautions that she should take to solve her problem
15. Amina, a counselor, has been invited to give a talk on techniques of conflict management to students in a school. Explain two techniques she is likely to mention
16. Explain three reasons that makes self-awareness an important life skill to an employee
17. Outline four examples of computer crime other than software piracy.
18. Distinguish between each of the following computer devices; i)dot matrix and inkjet printer
19. State four examples of microcomputers
20. Phoebe, a computer user was ill advised to use as a pirated software. Explain two problems that she is likely to experience from using this kind of software.
21. Charles installed an operating system in a computer. Explain three functions which would be performed by this software
22. Explain two roles of a computer technician in a college
23. With the aid of a diagram, describe a peer-to-peer computer network
24. State two causes of work conflicts that may occur in the workplace
25. Differentiate between family conflicts and employee conflicts
26. The manager at Faida College intends to have all employees in the college trained in conflict management. Explain one reason to justify this move
27. Differentiate between RAM and ROM as used in computers
28. Paul is the Chief Executive Officer in a dairy company in a dairy company and throughout the week he normally has many commitments. Explain two reasons why time management is important to him when undertaking all his activities.
29. The management at Bidii Company have an ICT policy. Outline four reasons that would justify the implementation of this document
30. Outline the importance of software in a computer
31. Explain two considerations to be made for the successful installation of a computer software
32. The management of ABC Bank intends to reach out to the society around their neighborhood. Explain three activities that the bank can engage into as a way of helping the society
33. Explain one function of a computer motherboard
34. Outline two functions an uninterruptible power supply is used in computers
35. Moore intends to buy a computer for home use. Explain two uses that he would have for the computer
36. State two functions of each of the following computer devices: i)ALU; ii)VDU
37. The management at BGT Company intends to acquire a sound card for the computers in the company. Outline six considerations they should make when acquiring the hardware
38. Technologies Ltd is a company that deals in in repairing computer systems and accessories. The unrepairable equipment is collected by a garbage collecting company together with the other waste. i)State two effects that the equipment would have on the environment ii)Outline two ways that they would use to properly dispose of the equipment
1. List six production of computer input devices
2. Annete a computer teacher noticed that a student in her class had a problem of low self-esteem. Explain three causes of this problem
3. With the aid of a diagram, outline the parts of a computer floppy disk
4. Faith was advised to install a network interface card in her computer. Explain the importance of this hardware
5. The management of Mambo TTI would like to buy computers worth one million shillings.Outline the procedure they would follow when acquiring the computers
6. List four examples of computer network topologies
7. Differentiate between super computers and mainframe computers, citing an area of application in each case
8. Outline four examples of ports found in a computer system that are used in connecting the computer to peripherals devices
9. Faida is a computer college and their students spend a lot of time in the computer laboratory using the computers. Explain health related problems that would be as a result of each of the following i)bright light from the monitor ii)Typing for many hours
10. Arnold, a computer expert, has developed a computer game software and has decided to copyright it. Explain two benefits that he would enjoy from copyrighting his work
11. Describe the term ergonomics as used in ICT
12. Differentiate between laser jet printer and a fax machine as used in ICT.
13. Explain three measures that an organization should put in place to avoid unauthorized access to data
14. Anna, a computer user is experiencing back and neck ache regularly as a result of using a computer for long hours. Identify four precautions that she should take to solve her problem
15. Amina, a counselor, has been invited to give a talk on techniques of conflict management to students in a school. Explain two techniques she is likely to mention
16. Explain three reasons that makes self-awareness an important life skill to an employee
17. Outline four examples of computer crime other than software piracy.
18. Distinguish between each of the following computer devices; i)dot matrix and inkjet printer
19. State four examples of microcomputers
20. Phoebe, a computer user was ill advised to use as a pirated software. Explain two problems that she is likely to experience from using this kind of software.
21. Charles installed an operating system in a computer. Explain three functions which would be performed by this software
22. Explain two roles of a computer technician in a college
23. With the aid of a diagram, describe a peer-to-peer computer network
24. State two causes of work conflicts that may occur in the workplace
25. Differentiate between family conflicts and employee conflicts
26. The manager at Faida College intends to have all employees in the college trained in conflict management. Explain one reason to justify this move
27. Differentiate between RAM and ROM as used in computers
28. Paul is the Chief Executive Officer in a dairy company in a dairy company and throughout the week he normally has many commitments. Explain two reasons why time management is important to him when undertaking all his activities.
29. The management at Bidii Company have an ICT policy. Outline four reasons that would justify the implementation of this document
30. Outline the importance of software in a computer
31. Explain two considerations to be made for the successful installation of a computer software
32. The management of ABC Bank intends to reach out to the society around their neighborhood. Explain three activities that the bank can engage into as a way of helping the society
33. Explain one function of a computer motherboard
34. Outline two functions an uninterruptible power supply is used in computers
35. Moore intends to buy a computer for home use. Explain two uses that he would have for the computer
36. State two functions of each of the following computer devices: i)ALU; ii)VDU
37. The management at BGT Company intends to acquire a sound card for the computers in the company. Outline six considerations they should make when acquiring the hardware
38. Technologies Ltd is a company that deals in in repairing computer systems and accessories. The unrepairable equipment is collected by a garbage collecting company together with the other waste. i)State two effects that the equipment would have on the environment ii)Outline two ways that they would use to properly dispose of the equipment
