Computer Studies Questions

PART 1

Define the following terms as used in computers (5marks)

i. Computer

ii. Data

iii. Internet 

iv. Scanner

v. CPU

b) Giving examples describe two types of inputs and output devices each (4marks)

c) Name and describe the basic elements that make up a computer system (6marks)

d) With the aid of a diagram explain the classification of computer software (10marks)

e) Explain five application areas of computers (5marks)

PART 2

a) list six factors or criterion that can distinguish various classification of computers (6marks)

b) Name and describe generation of computers citing their key features (8marks)

c) Name and describe three number system as used in data presentation in a computer (6marks)

PART 3

a) Describe two classification of computer by Purpose (4marks)

b) Name and differentiate the types of computer that are classified as per the data they accept as input and process (6marks)

c) Name and explain the five services offered by the Internet (10marks)

PART 4

a) list the five main functions of operating systems in computer (5marks)

b) Describe five precautions that should be taken while using computers in computer lab (5marks)

c) List steps that you can follow to do the following (4marks)

i. Start a program

ii. Shutdown the computer

d) With aid of a diagram describe what is a CPU (6marks)

PART 5

a) List six factors to consider when choosing the following (1) computer software and (2) hardware(6marks)

b) Define the term Registers as used in computers and explain three types of registers (6marks)

c) Describe what is an email and state 3 advantages and 3 disadvantages (8marks)