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Comp 100: Introduction To Computer Applications Question Paper

Comp 100: Introduction To Computer Applications

Course:Bachelor Of Education Science

Institution: Kabarak University question papers

Exam Year:2010

INSTRUCTIONS:
i. Section A is Compulsory.
ii. Attempt any other two questions from Section B.
SECTION A:
QUESTION ONE:
a. List at least three roles of a computer. (3 Marks)
b. How is a computer distinct from a human being? (4 Marks)
c. Explain the following: - (5 Marks)
i. Registers
ii. Hard copy
iii. Multitasking
iv. Topology
v. Task bar
d. Describe the different modes of data transmission. (3 Marks)
e. Explain the different services provided by internet. (4 Marks)
f. Differentiate between multiprogramming and multiprocessing. (2 Marks)
g. Explain the data processing cycle. (3 Marks)
h. Differentiate between RAM and ROM. (3 Marks)
i. Explain at least three utility programs. (3 Marks)
Section B:
QUESTION TWO:
a. List and explain the default window components. (3 Mark)
b. Explain the following: - (4 Marks)
i. GUI
ii. DOS
iii. PDAs
iv. Repeater
c. Explain the different arrangements of the network devices. (5 Marks)
d. Differentiate between save as and save. (2 Marks)
e. Differentiate between the primary storage and the secondary storage. (3 Marks)
f. List the different areas in which computer can be used. (3 Marks)
QUESTION THREE:
a. List the various software you would install into system to perform the following tasks: -
i. To analyze the total marks per student.
ii. To store the records of the student performance
iii. To write invitation letters to parents for a meeting (3 Marks)
b. How can you organize documents in your system? Describe the procedure. (4 Marks)
c. Elaborate on the three data types used in Ms-Excel. (3 Marks)
d. Explain the different transmission media commonly used. (5 Marks)
e. What are the benefits of using internet (5 Marks)
QUESTION FOUR:
a. Why is a computer termed as a system? (3 Marks)
b. Differentiate between copy-paste and cut-paste. (2 Marks)
c. Differentiate between task bar and task pane (2 Marks)
d. List and explain the different computer software. (4 Marks)
e. Why would a system require a language translating program? (5 Marks)
f. List and explain the different components of the CPU. (4 Marks)

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