1.

Three characteristics of a computer that make them better than human beings include speed,
accuracy, and the ability to perform repetitive tasks without fatigue.

2. Three onboard devices are the motherboard, central processing unit (CPU), and random access
memory (RAM).

3. Special computers are designed for specific tasks, while dedicated computers are committed to a
particular purpose.

4. Risks from poor furniture in a computer lab include discomfort leading to health issues, reduced
productivity, and potential damage to equipment.

5. Characteristics of the fifth generation of computers include artificial intelligence, natural language
processing, parallel processing, and advanced user interfaces.

6. Advantages of using a computer in an office include increased efficiency, better organization of data,
and improved communication.

7. Technological differences between the second and fifth generation of computers involve
advancements in integrated circuits and the development of artificial intelligence.

8. Acronyms in full:

i) ICT - Information and Communication Technology

ii) MOUSE - Manually Operated User-Selection Equipment

iii) OBR - Optical Barcode Reader

9. Use of computer technology can help a student in studies by providing access to vast information,
aiding in research, and facilitating interactive learning through educational software.
10. Computers in the transport industry are used for navigation systems, traffic management, and
vehicle diagnostics.

11. Power sag is a short-term reduction in voltage, while a power surge is a short-term increase in
voltage.

12. Use of keyboard keys:

i) Space bar - Inserts space between words.

ii) Backspace - Deletes characters to the left of the cursor.

13. Four toggle keys: Caps Lock, Num Lock, Scroll Lock, and Insert.

14. A system is a set of interacting components, while a computer system is a specific type of system
designed to process data using electronic devices.

15. Three examples of keyboards are QWERTY, AZERTY, and Dvorak.

**SECTION B**

16. (a) Three elements of a computer system are hardware, software, and data.

(b) Functions:

i) Liveware - Human operators using the computer.

ii) Software - Programs that instruct the computer.

(c) Measures to protect the user include antivirus software and regular system updates.
 (d) Four ways of entering data: typing, voice input, scanning, and using pointing devices.

17. (a) Functions of hardware include input, processing, storage, and output.

(b) Advancement of technology benefits the music industry through digital recording, distribution, and
production.

(c) Four categories of hardware: input devices, output devices, storage devices, and processing
devices.

(d) Three examples of pointing devices: mouse, trackpad, and joystick.

18. (a) Advantages of using scanners include fast data input, accurate reproduction of images, and easy
integration with computer systems.

(b) Types of information found in barcodes include product identification, manufacturer details, and
pricing.

(c) Booting process involves loading the operating system into memory.

(d) Circumstances for warm booting include installing new software or updates.

(e) Three special purpose keys: Enter, Escape, and Tab.

19. (a) Details found in a cheque include the account number and the bank's routing number.
 (b) Ways to ensure proper ventilation include using fans, air conditioning, and positioning computer
equipment in well-ventilated areas.

(c) Four mouse skills: pointing, clicking, dragging, and scrolling.

(d) Two magnetic scanners: magnetic stripe reader and magnetic ink character recognition (MICR)
scanner.