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Introduction To Information Systems(Misc 116) (Bbit 111) Question Paper

Introduction To Information Systems(Misc 116) (Bbit 111)

Course:Computer Science

Institution: Kenya Methodist University question papers

Exam Year:2013

TIME : 2 HOURS

INSTRUCTIONS : Answer Question One (Compulsory) any other TWO Questions
Question One
Describe the following computer terms:
(2marks)
Booting
Trouble shooting
Using relevant examples, describe the roles of the following computer specialists.
(10marks)
System programmers
System analysts
Hardware engineers
Web designer
Graphic designer.
Using relevant examples distinguish between the following components of a computer system.
(4marks)
Input and output devices
Secondary storage and primary storage devices.
Describe the symptoms of virus infection in a computer.
(4marks)
State how you would protect the computer against virus infection.
(4marks)
Explain techniques used to ensure that computer data files and folders are free from unauthorized access.
(4marks)
Explain what happens when a computer disk is formatted. (2marks)

Question Two
Using relevant examples, distinguish between systems and application software.
(4marks)
Explain how the following software can be used in business administration.
(8marks)
i) Word processor
ii) Electronic spreadsheet
Database management systems
Presentation software
Explain factors which may require an organization to do a software upgrade.
(3marks)

Question Three
Using relevant examples, distinguish between local and wide area computer networks.
(4marks)
Explain why computer networks are important in managing business data.
(5marks)
Discuss the key management challenges involved in building, operating and maintaining information systems in an organization.
(6marks)

Question Four
Using relevant examples, describe information system components.
(6marks)
Using relevant examples, explain how the following information systems can be used in business administration.
(6marks)
i) Transaction process system
ii) Management Information systems
Decision support systems.
State THREE types of decisions that can be supported by information systems in a business environment.
(3marks)

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