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Pcmp 001: Introduction To Computers Question Paper

Pcmp 001: Introduction To Computers

Course:Certificate In Computer Literacy

Institution: Chuka University question papers

Exam Year:2013

CHUKA

UNIVERSITY

UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS
EXAMINATIONS FOR THE AWARD OF CERTIFICATE IN COMPUTER LITERACY
PCMP 001: INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS
STREAMS: CERT COMP LIT TIME: 2 HOURS
DAY/DATE: THURSDAY 11/4/2013 8.30 AM – 10.30 AM
INSTRUCTIONS:

ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS.

(a) Define the following terms. [6 Marks]

(i) Software
(ii) A computer
(iii) Input devices

(b) Discuss the types of computers according to size and speed. [8 Marks]

(c) Differentiate between the following: [6 Marks]

(i) Primary memory and secondary memory
(ii) Application software and system software
(iii) Cold booting and warm booting

(d) What are the functions of the random access memory? [3 Marks]

(e) Explain four major areas where computers are used in the society today. [4 Marks]

(f) Discuss the grouping of the keyboard. [5 Marks]

(g) Name 4 unit used to measure memory. [4 Marks]

(h) Computers were introduced in the 1940’s. Discuss the generation of computer since then up to date. [10 Marks]

(i) Explain the benefits of using computers. [8 Marks]

(j) Name 4 components mostly found in the graphical user interface. [2 Marks]

(k) List four types of magnetic storage disk and four types of optical storage disk. [4 Marks]

(l) Discuss the mouse techniques. [5 Marks]

(m) Define the term output devices and list any three examples. [3 Marks]

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