Computer Application Test 1

NCA/NCBM/NCPSM/NCM/NCSS/NCRIM
Duration: 2 Hours
Date: 4th April 2018

Instruction to Candidates
1. This paper Consist of Two Sections A and B.
2. Attempt All the Questions in all the sections.
3. No Extra Time shall be added.
4. All answers to each question in section B should begin on a fresh page.
5. Any form of Malpractice shall lead to Cancellation of results.
6. Be tidy.

SECTION A (20 MARKS)

Question One:
(a) Define data processing. (02 Marks)
(b) Mention four signs and symptoms of a computer Virus (04 Marks)
(c) List two examples of input devices. (02 Marks)
(d) Define Computer. (02 Marks)
(e) Mention three qualities of good information. (03 Marks)
(f) Outline the five Major functions of a computer (05 Marks)
(g) Differentiate between Computer Based Training (CBT) and Computer
Assisted Learning (CAL) (02 Marks)

SECTION B (80 MARKS)

Question Two:

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(a) Differentiate between data and information (04 Marks)
(b) Discuss five advantages of using electronic data processing over manual
data processing methods. (10 Marks)
(c) Explain three methods of data processing. (06 Marks)

Question Three:
(a) Define a computer System (02 Marks)
(b) Explain four Characteristics of a computer. (08 Marks)
(c) Discuss five factors you would consider when procuring/buying a
computer system. (10 Marks)

Question Four:
(a) Explain five uses of computers in a business organization. (10 Marks)
(b) Discuss five measures you would undertake to safeguard computers in
the laboratory. (10 Marks)

Question Five:
A friend who had no idea, heard that computers are composed of both input
and output devices that helps it to communicate with users. He came to
consult you about the issue so that he can have a clear understanding.
(a) Distinguish between Input devices and Output devices. (04 Marks)
(b) Outline two examples of each device in 5(a) above. (04 Marks)
(c) With the help of a sketch diagram, illustrate with explanations, the
structure of a computer showing input and output devices. (12 Marks)

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Wish you Success
Lecturer: Oloka George Okwir

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