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1) Define a computer (2 marks)
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2) Explain the following terms as used in computer studies ( 4 marks)
(i) Data
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(ii) Program
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(iii) Data processing
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(iv) Information
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3) State four functions of a computer (4 marks)
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4) State four different parts that make up a computer (4 marks)
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5) (a) Explain the term system Unit (1mark)

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(b) Give two differences between tower – style and desktop system units (4 marks)
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6) Computers have evolved through a number of generations. List any 4 characteristics of
the first generation of computers. (4marks)
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7) Identify and explain three areas where computers are used to process data (6marks)
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8) (a) Define the term ‘ computer laboratory’ ( 2 mk)
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9) List down one safety precaution one should observe when entering a computer laboratory
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10) A computer must go through the process of booting/ initialization before use
(a) Briefly explain the term “computer booting”. (2 marks)
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(b) Explain what happens in the computer during the booting process (2marks)
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(c) List and explain two types of booting (4marks)
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(d) What type of memory is used to store the boot up program (the first program
to be executed on switching on a computer? (1 mark)

11) (a) What is a computer keyboard (1mark)

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(b) List four types of keys found on a computer keyboard, giving an example of each
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12) Define the following terms as used in computing (2marks)
(i) System
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(ii) Computer system
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13) List and explain three functional elements of a computer system ( 6 mks)
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14) (a) Give one main function of a computer input device. (1 marks)
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(b) Give an example of a Device that reads data (1 marks)
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15) (a)State two advantages of using a mouse instead of a keyboard. (2 marks)
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(b) Name the type of scanner used: (2 marks)
(i). To capture prices of goods at points of sale terminals in supermarkets and
superstores.
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(ii).To grade multiple choice examination
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16) List two factors one would consider when selecting a data input device (2marks)
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17) Describe three functions performed by the CPU (3 marks)
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18) In reference to ALU, explain the meaning of logic operations and give an example of this
processing operation (2marks)
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19) List four types of registers found in the CPU (4marks)
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20) What is a computer bus? ( 1 mark)
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21) What is the computer Motherboard? (2marks)
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