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<=KNEC Craft Certificate in ICT module I:Introduction to ICT past paper July 2016
Define the term firmware as used in computer networks.
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1. Define the term firmware as used in computer networks.
2. Outline two reasons why the invention should be patented
3. Explain each of the following computer network technologies as used in LAN; (i.)Bus topology; (ii.)Token ring.
4. With the aid of an example, explain the term cybercrime as used in computing
5. Nancy came across the following list of computers; Minicomputers, supercomputers, mainframe, microcomputers; Arrange them in terms of their processing power from lowest to highest
6. Explain the function of each of the following components of a computer CPU; (2mks) (i.)control unit (ii.)ALU
7. It has been noted that plagiarism is on the increase in submitted projects by ICT students. Explain two measures that could be put in place to deter students from this practice
8. Differentiate between application package and user program as used in computer software
9. Giddox Company intends to network all its computers. Outline four advantages the company will derive from this move.
10. Most organizations are shifting from the use of twisted pair cables to the use of fiber optic cables in their computer networks. Explain two reasons for this trend.
11. City Airways limited has introduced new routes covering the whole world. Suppose the company intends to computerize its booking operations; (i.)Explain the appropriate data processing method the company should use. (2mks). (ii.)Outline two advantages of using this data processing method (2mks)
12. Explain each of the following file organization methods as used in file management. (i.)Random; (ii.)Indexed sequential
13. Joseph has been requested to network the computers in the organization he works for and he prefers to use the network topology shown in figure 2. (i.)Describe this network topology. (ii.)Outline three advantages of using this topology
14. Differentiate between the features of the second generation and third generation computers
15. Salama Medical Clinic intends to purchase computers for use in its operations. Explain two ways the computers could be used in this clinic.
16. Outline two factors that could be considered while choosing a data transmission media
17. Differentiate between Baseband and Broadband coaxial cables.
18. William intends to computerize operations in his supermarkets. Explain three types of data capture devices that could be used in this system.
19. Judy wishes to acquire a word processing application for her laptop. Outline three factors she should consider other that cost
20. Outline three types of computer files as used in data processing
21. Itech Ltd has advertised for a sale personal computer with the following specifications; 4GB RAM, 200GB hard disk and DVD drive. Explain each of the following devices listed in the specification
22. Martin has been requested to acquire computer software for Stats Company. Explain three methods that he could use to achieve his objective
23. i) define the term repetitive strain injury as used in information communication technology ii)Explain three risk factors that could lead to repetitive injury
24. Mugosh Ltd wishes to acquire a printer for the office use. Outline four criteria that could be used while selecting the printer other than cost.
25. Many schools have embraced the use of ICT in their learning activities. Outline three ways that this move could positively impact on learners
26. Define the term systems software as used in computer system
27. Outline two types of systems software giving an example in each case
28. Figure 3 shows computer ports used to connect computer peripherals. Use it to answer the question that follow i.Identify the ports labeled I, II. III and IV. ii.State an example of the computer peripheral that would be used on each of the ports.
29. Furha Company intends to introduce web based application systems for their daily office duties. Outline three ways in which this move would positively affect the employees.
1. Define the term firmware as used in computer networks.
2. Outline two reasons why the invention should be patented
3. Explain each of the following computer network technologies as used in LAN; (i.)Bus topology; (ii.)Token ring.
4. With the aid of an example, explain the term cybercrime as used in computing
5. Nancy came across the following list of computers; Minicomputers, supercomputers, mainframe, microcomputers; Arrange them in terms of their processing power from lowest to highest
6. Explain the function of each of the following components of a computer CPU; (2mks) (i.)control unit (ii.)ALU
7. It has been noted that plagiarism is on the increase in submitted projects by ICT students. Explain two measures that could be put in place to deter students from this practice
8. Differentiate between application package and user program as used in computer software
9. Giddox Company intends to network all its computers. Outline four advantages the company will derive from this move.
10. Most organizations are shifting from the use of twisted pair cables to the use of fiber optic cables in their computer networks. Explain two reasons for this trend.
11. City Airways limited has introduced new routes covering the whole world. Suppose the company intends to computerize its booking operations; (i.)Explain the appropriate data processing method the company should use. (2mks). (ii.)Outline two advantages of using this data processing method (2mks)
12. Explain each of the following file organization methods as used in file management. (i.)Random; (ii.)Indexed sequential
13. Joseph has been requested to network the computers in the organization he works for and he prefers to use the network topology shown in figure 2. (i.)Describe this network topology. (ii.)Outline three advantages of using this topology
14. Differentiate between the features of the second generation and third generation computers
15. Salama Medical Clinic intends to purchase computers for use in its operations. Explain two ways the computers could be used in this clinic.
16. Outline two factors that could be considered while choosing a data transmission media
17. Differentiate between Baseband and Broadband coaxial cables.
18. William intends to computerize operations in his supermarkets. Explain three types of data capture devices that could be used in this system.
19. Judy wishes to acquire a word processing application for her laptop. Outline three factors she should consider other that cost
20. Outline three types of computer files as used in data processing
21. Itech Ltd has advertised for a sale personal computer with the following specifications; 4GB RAM, 200GB hard disk and DVD drive. Explain each of the following devices listed in the specification
22. Martin has been requested to acquire computer software for Stats Company. Explain three methods that he could use to achieve his objective
23. i) define the term repetitive strain injury as used in information communication technology ii)Explain three risk factors that could lead to repetitive injury
24. Mugosh Ltd wishes to acquire a printer for the office use. Outline four criteria that could be used while selecting the printer other than cost.
25. Many schools have embraced the use of ICT in their learning activities. Outline three ways that this move could positively impact on learners
26. Define the term systems software as used in computer system
27. Outline two types of systems software giving an example in each case
28. Figure 3 shows computer ports used to connect computer peripherals. Use it to answer the question that follow i.Identify the ports labeled I, II. III and IV. ii.State an example of the computer peripheral that would be used on each of the ports.
29. Furha Company intends to introduce web based application systems for their daily office duties. Outline three ways in which this move would positively affect the employees.
