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COMPUTER PAPER 1 SERIES 1 TRIAL 1
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Exams
TIME: (2 HOURS)
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
•
Write your name and index number in the spaces provided above
•
This paper consists of Two sections A and B.
•
Answer ALL questions in section A.
•
.Answer question 16 and any other THREE questions from section B.
•
All answers should be written in the spaces provided on the question paper.
FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY
SECTION QUESTIONS QUESTION’S CANDIDATES
ACTUAL SCORE SCORE
A 1-
15
16

17

18
B
19

20

TOTAL SCORE

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 SECTION A (40 MARKS)
Answer all questions
1. Distinguish between logical and physical files. (2mks)
2. State three ways in which computers can be used in
(a) Financial institution. (1½ mks)
(b) Transport system (1½ mks)
3. List four techniques of using a mouse. (2mks)
4. (a) What is virtual reality? (l mk)
(b) State four components of sensory devices used in virtual reality. (2mks)
5 (a) Explain two advantages of using universal serial bus. (2mks)
(b) Explain one reason why parallel cables are faster than serial cables in data
Transmission. (2mks)
6. (a) Describe two differences between metropolitan area network and wide area
network (2mks)
(b) List any three components of local area network. (1mk)
7. State two peripheral devices connected to a computer via PS/2 (l mk)
8. List any two careers available in the market in the computer hardware. (2mks)
9. A computer teacher wants to minimize illegal entry of people to a computer
laboratory.Explain three measures in which to have to putt in place in order to curb
this illegal entry. (3mks)
10(a)State four keyboard keys that work in a state of On/Off switches in operation.
(2mks)
(b)Describe two precautions one need to undertake when connecting a hard disk to a
computer. (2mks)
11.(a)Give two reasons why its’ difficult to detect and prevent a computer crime
(2mks)
(b) State the differences between autocorrect and auto complete as used in word
processing. (2mks)
12.(a) Define the term
i) Search engine (1mk)
ii) System entropy (1mk
(b) Give an example of search engine. ( ½ mk)

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13. (a) What is real time? (1 mk)
(b) Explain how real time differs from distributed processing mode. (2mks)
14. (a) Describe three disadvantages of using monolithic program. (3mks)
(b) Explain the uses of the following in desktop publishing.
i) Master page (1mk)
ii)Tracking (1mk)

SECTION B (60MARKS)
Answer question 15 and any other three questions
15. Study the flowchart below and answer the question that follow

(a) List the various outputs from the flowchart above. Show your working.
(5mks)
(b) Write a pseudo code for the flowchart. (6mks)
(c) State two advantages and disadvantages of high level languages. (4mks)
16. You are provided with two types of DTP tools

(R) (Q)

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a)Identify tool.
i) R (1mk)
ii)Q (1mk)
(b) State three methods of transforming an object. (1½mks)
(c) Perform the following binary operation in decimal notation.
i) 10111.111 + 111.011 (3mks)
ii) 1111.01 - 111.11 (3mks)
(d) Explain any two ways in which you can tell that a computer has been invaded by virus.
(2mks)
(e) Describe the steps to follow in order to

i) Attach a file to an E-mail (2mks)

ii) Check E-mail from internet (1 ½mks)
17. (a) (i) What is expert system? (l mk)
(ii) Explain three components of expert system? (3mks)
iii) State the value that will be displayed in E2. (l mk)
(b) Describe the impact of information communication technology in
(i) Environment (2mks)
(ii) Employment (3mks)
(c) (i) Define disk partitions (1mk)
(ii) Explain two reasons that may lead to a partition of a hard disk (2mks)
(d) A work sheet contains the data shown below
Cell B1 B2 C2 D2 E2

Entry 65 70 80 35 =sum if (b1:b2” >35”)

i) Give the formula that can be used to obtain product of B2 and D2. (lmk)
ii) State cell data type that represent cell B1 (1mk)
18 (a) (i) Explain three components of satellite (6mks)
(ii) State two advantages of 18 a(i) above media (2mks)
(iii) List three examples of radio waves signals (3mks)
(b) Explain two reasons why optical cables have become best choice for local area
network. (4mks)

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 19. The diagram below represents the role of operating system in a computer system.
Use it to answer the questions that follow.(2 marks)

(a) Name the part labeled tie

i) M (l mk)
ii) N (l mk)
(b) Explain two advantages of using program N in commercial organization. (4mks)
(c)Classify three types of program M (3mks)
d) State three situations that may lead to use of questionnaire than interviews. (3mks)
(e) Explain the purpose of the following files
(i) Backups (lmk)
(ii) Reference (lmk)
(f) State two types of database relationships. (l mk)

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DATE………………………………………

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COMPUTER PAPER 2 SERIES 1 TRIAL 1
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Exams
TIME: (2 HOURS)

Instructions to schools
The information contained in this document is to enable the headteacher of the school and
the teacher in charge of the computer studies (451) to provide adequate preparation for
this year’s computer studies practical examination, paper 451/2
Each school offering computer studies (451) should ensure that:
1. Each candidate is provided with a computer which has:
• A DVD/RW or a CD/RW disk drive.
• DVD/RW or CD/R or CD/RW
• The following software installed o DTP e.g. Ms publisher or
PageMaker o Word processor e.g. Ms word o Database e.g. Ms
Access
o Spreadsheet e.g. Ms Excel
2. There should be enough computers and fast printers to enable the candidates to
take the examination in NOT MORE THAN TWO SESSIONS.
3. Computers provided should be IBM compatibles.

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4. The teacher in charge of computer studies should ensure that the computer network
in the examination room is disabled.
5. All files related to the examination are deleted from the computers before the
beginning of each session.

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DATE………………………………………

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COMPUTER PAPER 1 SERIES 1 TRIAL 2
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Exams
TIME: (2 ½ HOURS)

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
a) Write your name and index no in the spaces provide above.
b) Sign and write the date of examination in the spaces provided above
c) This paper consists of TWO sections A and B
d) Answer all questions in Section A
e) Answer question 16 and any other THREE questions from Section B
f) This paper consists of 13 printed pages, ascertain if all papers are printed
SECTION A (40 MARKS)
Answer all the questions in this section
1. State two functions of each of the following computer keyboard keys as used in Ms
Word
(a) Shift key (2mks)
(b) Enter key (2mks)
2. Give a reason why an organization would be more secure to share files using
intranet instead of internet (2mks)
3. Explain the following disk management utilities
(a) Disk compression (2mks)
(b) Disk clean up (2mks)
4. Distinguish between special and embedded computers (2mks)

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 5..Joel does the following duties in his organization.
- Advice the organization whether the present system should be
modified or replaced
- Ensure that the modified/replaced system works properly as required
What is his most appropriate job title? (1mk)
6. An expert system attempts to automate the knowledge of reasoning of human
expert. List three major components of an expert systems (3mks)
7. In a war torn countries such as Somalia, explosives that get buried under ground
requires removal in order to provide safety for the people.
(a) Name a computer controlled device that would be used safely for detecting
such explosives (1mk)
(b) Explain why you recommend the use of such a device in (a) above (1mk)
8. Explain briefly how Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) and Electronic Point of Sale
(EPOS) is used to facilitate business in Nakumatt supermarkets in Kenya (4mks)
9. Distinguish between online and batch processing (2mks)
10.Benjos was instructed by his teacher while typing a Microsoft word document to replace
all the occurrences of the word MS with Microsoft. Highlight the steps to do this (3mks)

11. (a) Explain the following Data base field properties

(i) Default value (1mk)
(ii) Validation rule (1mk)
(b) State two functions of querry (2mks)
11. List two types of power protection devices oftenly used in a computer laboratory
(2mks)
12. (a) In order to encrypt a message, a ____________________ key is needed while to read
an encrypted message, a ______________________ key is needed (2mks)
(b) What is a firewall (1mk)
13. Differentiate between cropping and rotation as used in Desktop publishing (2mks)
14. Give two examples of solid state secondary storage media (2mks)
Section B (60 marks)
Answer question 16 and any other three questions from this section
16. (a) Explain the meaning of the following terms as used in programming
(i) Source code (1mk)
(ii) Object code (1mk)
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 (b) Differentiate between SYNTAX error and LOGICAL error (2mks)
(c) Draw a flow chart to find the sum of first 50 natural numbers (11mks)
17. (a) Give two examples of internal peripheral devices (2mks)
(b) State two tasks performed by the operating system in each of the following
resources
(i) Memory (2mks)
(ii) Input/output devices (2mks)
(c) (i) What is the importance of a file extension? (1mk)
(ii) State the file type and function of the following file extensions
.sys (2mks)
File type-
Function -

.exe (2mks)
File type-
Function -
(d) Nyokadi created a folder in local C with the following sub folders and files

C/>

Revision folder

Sciences Core Humanities

Folder Folder Folder

Chem File Maths File Geo File

CRE File
Bio File) Eng File
Chem File Kisw File Hist File

(i) What will happen if an attempt is made to delete humanities folder while History file
is open (1mk)
(ii) State two advantages of this file organization structure (2mks)
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(iii) Nyokadi copied this structure in a flash disk. He accidentally deleted Humanities
folder. He attempted to open the recycle bin to restore, but the folder was no where to
be found. Explain this phenomena. (1mk)
18. The worksheet below shows sales for the month of July by the employees of
Newtech information center. Use it to answer the questions that follow.

A B C D E F
1 First Second Sales in sh
name name
2 Yonah Kassim 2000.12510
3 Jose Kiddo 7200.1741
4 Kelvin Joro 1500.131
5 Lores Ayona 2600.1011
6 Bett Gilbert 2000.1200
7 Osoro Kiplat 1001.0113
8 Zainad Jad 500.1211
9 Hassan Makotti 400.10010
10 Jonnie Imran 3111.0110
11
12
Write the correct expression:
(i) In cell D3 that would print “PROMOTE” if the amount of sales is greater than
sh. 1600 and DEMOTE” if not (2mks)
(ii) In cell D3 that would print remark “WINNER” if sales are the highest and
“MEMBER” if not (5mks)
(iii) In cell D3 and D7 that would round the values in cell C3 into zero decimal place
and C7 into 2 decimal places (2mks)
(d) Explain the following cell data types in spreadsheet:
Labels (1mk)
Values (1mk)

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 (e) Distinguish between a formula and a function as used in spread sheet (2mks)
19. (a) Though twisted pair cables are least expensive are limited by attenuation and
cross talk. What is the meaning of:
Attenuation (1mk)
Cross-talk (1mk)
(b) Give the function of the following layers found in file optic cable (3mks)
(i) Core
(ii) Cladding
(iii) Buffer
(c) (i) What is a protocol? (1mk)
(ii) State the function of the following internet protocols
SMTP (1mk)
FTP (1mk)
(d) Specify which layer of the OSI model the following connectivity devices operate
(i) Bridges (1mk)
(ii) Routers (1mk)
(e) Explain the meaning of the following networking terms
(i) Work station (1mk)
(ii) Modulation (1mk)
(f) What do the following acronyms stand for
(i) WAP (1mk)
(ii) GSM (1mk)
(g) Give one application of infrared technology today (1mk)
20. (a) Compute the value of x in the following expressions
(i) 24.3510 = X2 (4mks)
(ii) 6ABH = X10 (2mks)
(b) Using twos complements compute the following using 8 bits (6mks)
2010 – 2510
(c)Write these abbreviations in full text (3mks)
(i) BCD
(ii) EBCDIC
(iii) ASCII

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NAME……………………………………ADM NO…………………………………

SCHOOL…………………………………..CLASS…………………………………

DATE………………………………………

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COMPUTER PAPER 2 SERIES 1 TRIAL 2
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Exams
TIME: (2 ½ HOURS)
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES.
•
Type your name and index number at the top right hand corner of each printout.
•
Sign and write the date of the examination below the name and index number on
each printout.
•
Write your name and index number on the compact disks
•
Write the name and version of the software used for each question attempted in the
answer sheet.
•
Passwords should not be used while saving in the compact disks
•
Answer all the questions
•
All questions carry equal marks.
•
All answers must be saved in your compact disks
•
Make a printout of the answers on the answers sheets provided.
•
Hand in all the printouts and the compact disks
1. Mwangaza Training College offers three Courses to students. A student sits for
three exams every semester, each exam marked out of 100. The students must have
been enrolled first. The following is sample data collected from the college database.

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 Courses
Course Course description Tuition fees
D-SECT Secretarial Diploma Kshs. 15,000
D-INT Diploma in IT Kshs. 18,000
D-ACCT Diploma in Accounting Kshs. 16,500

Students enrollment
Student ID St name Sex Date Course
enrolled code
SECT- 01 Gladys Cherop Female 12/05/2011 D-SECT
INT – 03 James Mucheru Male 16/05/2011 D-INT
ACCT - 04 Peter Marangi Male 18/05/2011 D-ACCT
SECT - 06 Jane Kamene Female 17/05/2011 D-SECT

Exams offered
Exam code Ex name

01 Opener

02 Midterm

03 Endterm

Exam performance
Exam record Student ID Exam code Semester Score
no
1 SECT – 01 01 2 75
2 INT – 03 02 2 80
3 ACCT – 04 01 2 65
4 SECT – 01 02 2 70

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 5 ACCT – 04 02 2 60
6 INT – 03 01 2 68
7 SECT – 01 03 2 78
8 INT – 03 03 2 74
9 ACCT – 04 03 2 66
NB:- A course can be enrolled by many students and a student can do many exams.
One exam can also be done by many students as shown in exam performance table.
Required
a) Create a database file called Mwangaza College and save it. (2 Marks)
b) Create a table structure for each of the four tables, setting most appropriate field as
the primary key and choosing the most appropriate data type for each field.
(12 Marks)
c) Relate the four tables as required to have one to many relationships (4 Marks)
d) Create a data entry form for each table (8 Marks)
e) Using the forms, populate the tables with the records (8 Marks)
f) Query the tables to show Stname, Coursedecsription, Exname, Exrecordno and
score for all students who scored greater than 70. Save the query as high score
(5 Marks)
g) Create a grouped report that displays every student’s details and his or her exam
performance as follows;
Student details – Stname, StudentID, Coursedescription.
Exam performance – Exname, Score, Average score. Save the report as
performance report
h) Print Exam performance table in landscape, high score query in portrait and
performance report in portrait orientation. (6 Marks)
2. a) Type the following document in a word processor and save it as Simulation
(20 Marks)

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 Meaning
Is a method of approach to problems which involves building a model of the system to be
investigated observing the behavior of the system by gathering useful data about the
model. It is therefore a “Try and see what happens” method which is cheaper than
direct experimentation using the real system. In business, the process of experimenting
with a model usually consist of inserting different input values and observing the
resulting values.
Why use simulation
Used where analytical techniques are not available or would be very complex. It is
used in most queuing systems, inventory control problems, production planning
problems, corporate planning etc.
Simulation often provide an insight into a problem which would be unobtainable by
other means.
Variables in a simulation model
a) Input variables – these are grouped further into;
i) Controlled input variables
These are variables which can be controlled by management like reorder level or
reorder quantity in a stock control system.
ii) Non controlled input variables
They are variables not controlled by management like the demand of goods in a stock
control system.
b) Parameters
These are input variables which have a constant value and are used to specify the
relationship between other variables.
c) Status variables

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 These are general circumstances of a system which may affect the output such as
times or seasons. For instance demand in a queuing system like supermarket is greatly
influenced by the season of the year.
d) Output variables
These are the results of simulation. They arise from the calculations and tests
performed in the model using input variables, parameters and status variables.
The following table summarizes the types of simulation variables.

VARIABLES USED IN SIMULATION

V Examples
A
IN RI Controlled Variables Reorder
P A
Reorder quantity
U B
T L Non controlled Examples
E
S variables Demand
Examples
Cost of stock out
PARAMETERS Loss of good
Loss of
will customers
STATUS VARIABLES
OUTPUT VARIABLES
Business models
A model is any representation (physical or abstract) of a real thing, event or
circumstances. In business planning, abstract or symbolic models are used and represent
reality in numeric, algebraic or graphical form. Another definition for a model is an
intelligent representation of reality developed to help forecast what might happen when
an existing operation is enlarged or has extra demands made on it. b) Format all the text
in the document as follows;
Font – Arial
Font size – 13pts (4 Marks)
c) Apply a hanging indent style to the first paragraph and 1.5 lines for line spacing
(4 Marks)

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d) Insert
a footnote to the word simulation (The heading) as follows;
1.Using models of real objects, events or circumstances to study their behavior(3 Marks)
e) Adjustpage margins of the entire document as follows;
Left – 0.7 inches
Right – 0.5 inches
Top – 0.4 inches
Bottom - 0.4 inches
Also set the paper size to A4
f) Save the document as simulation 2. (2 Marks)
g) Move all text starting from “variables in a simulation model” to the end of the table
from the current document to a new blank document, and save it as model variables.
(7 Marks)
N/B: Don’t save the changes in simulation 2
h) Print simulation 2 and model variables (4 Marks)

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NAME……………………………………ADM NO…………………………………

SCHOOL…………………………………..CLASS…………………………………

DATE………………………………………

TOP STUDENT KCSE PREDICTIONS

COMPUTER PAPER 1 SERIES 1 TRIAL 3
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Exams
TIME: (2 ½ HOURS)
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES:
•
Answer ALL the questions in section A.
•
Answer question 16(compulsory) and any other THREE questions from section B.

FOR EXAMINERS USE ONLY

Section Question Score
A 1 – 15
B 16
17
18
19
20
TOTAL SCORE

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 SECTION A (40 MARKS)
Answer all the questions in this section

1. State four different parts that make up a computer. (2 Marks)

2. a) What is meant by the term spyware? (1 Mark)
b) State two ways of acquiring software.
3. Briefly explain the emerging trends in micro computer technology in relation to
size. (1 Mark)
4. a) Distinguish between impact and non impact printers. (2 Marks)
b) MICR and OMR
5. Describe the following terms
a) Webpage (1 Mark)
b) Blog (1 Mark)
c) Hyperlinks (1 Mark)
d) Web portal
6. List four stages of data collection. (2 Marks)
7. Explain the role of the following ICT specialist
a)Computer technician. (2 Marks)
b) Information systems manager. (2 Marks)
8. a) Give four advantages of DTP over a word processor. (2 Marks)
b) Differentiate between the following
i) Kerning and tracking (2 Marks)
ii) Margins and column guides (2 Marks)
9. Distinguish between defragmentation of a disk and partitioning of a disk with
reference to operating systems (2 Marks)
Partitioning
Defragmentation
10. Headache, back and neck pain may result from use of computers. State how each
of them can be
minimized (2 Marks)
i Headache
ii Back and neck pain
11. Explain the meaning of the following terms as used in computer programming.
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 (2 Marks)
i) Syntax
ii) Semantics
12. a) State two methods or tools that an analyst may use in a system design task.
(2 Marks)
b) Give two reasons why documentation must be done at each phase in system
development cycle.
(2 Marks)
13. Explain the functions of the following network devices. (2 Marks)
Router
Gateway
14. Differentiate between baseband and broadband signal as used in networking
(2 Marks)
a) Baseband signal
b) Broadband signal
15. Define the term simulation (1 Mark)
SECTION B (60MARKS)
Answer question 16 and any other three questions from this section
16. Kazungu house-ware suppliers pays 10% commission on sales that are above
Kshs.20,000 and 4% on any sales that are less than this target. If the sales
salesman sells in cash, he gets an extra 5% commission on total sales, else no
commission if on credit. (7 Marks)
a) Write a Pseudo – code for a program that would;
i. Prompt a user for sales, terms of sale, and name of
salesman/lady.
ii. Calculate the commission and total amount.
iii. Display the commission and total amount for a
particular salesman.
b) Draw a flow chart for the above Pseudo – code (8 Marks)
17. a) What is the hexadecimal equivalent of 7478 (3 Marks)
b) Use one’s compliment to solve the following sum: (2 Marks)
- 610
c) State two reasons for using binary system in digital technology. (2 Marks)
d) Explain the term attenuation as used in networking. (2 Marks)
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 e) Explain the following terms as used in fibre optic cables. (4 Marks)
i) Single mode
ii) Multi-mode
f) Convert 7.12510 to its binary equivalent. (2 Marks)
18 i) Name four data types used in spreadsheets. (2 Marks)
ii) Outline five advantages of an electronic spreadsheet over the traditional ledger.
(5 Marks)
iii) What is a chart wizard in spreadsheets? (1 Mark)
iv) Name and explain the use of the following commands found in the spell check
dialog box in reference to word processing (6 Marks)
a) Change
b) Ignore once
c) Add
v) What is a template in word processing? (1 Mark)
19 i) Describe three ways in which computers have positively impacted on education.
(3 Marks)
ii) The traffic lights serve as output devices for a computerized traffic system.
Name the appropriate input device for this system. (1 Mark)
iii) State three advantages of computer based simulation. (6 Marks)
iv) Differentiate between a software engineer and a computer engineer. (2 Marks)
v) Name three duties that are carried out by a web administrator. (3 Marks)
20 . i) List and briefly describe three components of a database system. (3 Marks)
ii) Define the following terms as used in a database
a) Attribute (1 Mark)
b) Database model (1 Mark)
c) Macro (1 Mark)
iii) Explain three types of database models. (6 Marks)
iv) State three objectives of normalization. (3 Marks)

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NAME……………………………………ADM NO…………………………………

SCHOOL…………………………………..CLASS…………………………………

DATE………………………………………

TOP STUDENT KCSE PREDICTIONS

COMPUTER PAPER 2 SERIES 1 TRIAL 3
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Exams
TIME: (2 ½ HOURS)
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
This paper has two questions
Answer All questions
All questions carry equal marks.
Use
Insert your name and index number as headers on all your documents
Make a print out of the answers on the answer sheets provided
Hand in the print outs and the diskette
QUESTION ONE
a) Type the following letter as it appears in a word processor. Use the mail merge
feature to produce copies of the same letter to the persons whose details are given
below. (7mks)
BUIAMBO GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL P.O,BOX 21 BULIMBO 8TH JULY 2011

<NAME>, <ADMNO>
<ADDRESS>
<TOWN>
Dear <NAME>

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REF: 2010 KCSE RESULTS.
I am happy to inform you that the NOV —DEC examinations are out. Kindly
arrange to visit our school on <Date to visit> at 9.00 a.m. in order to know the
details. Remember to carry your original KCPE certificate and examination
registration card- bearing the index number.
Your’s truly.
Headteacher
Data source (List of Candidates)

Name Adm. No I Address Town Date to visit

Wakhu Abigael 8074 P.O BOX 24 Eldoret 02/03/06
Wabomba Anjela 8189 P.O BOX 172 Bungoma 08/0308
Musita 8065 P O BOX 84 Butere 24 /03/08
Annastancia
Required:
i) Save Main document as Main Doc (1mk)
ii) Save Data source as Datasource (l mk)
iii)Change the addresses and reference font size to 1 4pts. (¼ mk)
iv) Underline the reference ( ½ mk)
v) Merge the letter onto main document so as to produce copies for all the
three candidates and save it as ‘Results 2007’. (6mks)
vi) Print the letters. (3mks)
b) Type the following text in a word processing software. (l0mks)
INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS & OPERATING SYSTEMS
A computer is a machine or an electronic device that can solve problems by
accepting data, performing certain operations on that data (processing) and
presenting the results of those operations (Information) Basic characteristics that
distinguish a computer from other information processing devices:

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(i) A computer is electronic — That is, all its processing operations are
carried out with electrical signals
(ii) A computer can store information for future reference. This is done on
temporary basis with memory circuits and permanently with storage devices
such as magnetic disks and tape.
(iii) A computer is programmable — unlike other devices built to perform a
single function, a computer can he instructed or programmed to perform a
variety of tasks.
HOW A COMPUTER OPERATES
Converting the data (raw facts) into information (Organized, usable form) is called
data processing. Data get into the system by means of an input device. e.g keyboard
then the computer performs the necessary calculations or manipulations on the data
and finally the organized information is displayed by an output device e.g a
monitor.
FUNCTIONS PERFORt1’IED BY A COMPUTER
Although computers have many applications, they can perform only three basic
tasks.
(i) Arithmetic functions on numeric data (adding, subtracting. multiplying and
dividing)
(ii) Test relationships between data items (by comparing values) (iii) Store and
retrieve data
These skills are really no more than people can do, but the computer can
accomplish the task more;
Faster
Accurately
Reliably
Required:
a) Align the title to the center and underline it (1mk)
b) Add border to the title. (2mks)
e) Replace all the Roman numbers with bullets. (1mk)
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 d) i) Insert the footer “Computer Districts Mock 20()8”. (2mks)
ii) Insert the header “Your name and index No” (2mks)
e) Set the line spacing to exactly 1.5 (2mks)
f)Insert word Art “COMPUTER” and set it to appear behind the text. (3mks)
g) Search for words “Computer” and replace all with “PC”. (2mks)
h) Move paragraph with the heading “how a computer operates’ to the end of the
document. (2mks)
i) Set the font style of the document to Anal black (1mk)
j) Save your work as “computer Literacy” (l mk)
k) Print
your document. (1mk)
2. (a) Create a new workbook and name it as form 2 computer Exams. (1mk)

Name Class Adm. CAT CAT CAT Total Average Class Remark
No: 1 2 3 Position
Keya Beverly E 7984 80 70 59
Abonyo Ann W 7896 75 55 72
Baraka Jedida E 8092 86 59 75
Alenge E 7460 80 79 70
Catherine
Musihega W 7892 76 75 80
Carren
Hassan Eunice E 7800 38 48 25
Soita Naomi W 8490 37 51 29
Wafula W 8184 30 86 75
Phanice
Sisa Gentrix E 8082 25 27 20
Waithera E 8083 30 25 25
Scolastica
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Siboboti Sarah W 8047 39 24 25

(b) Enter the fo1lowng data in sheet I (20mks)

(c) Rename the sheet as Term one results. (1mk)
(d) Find:
i) Totals (2mks)
ii) Average (2mks)
(e) Use the IF function to award remarks as follow (3mks)
A student whose average is above or equals 65 is given “Excellent”
An average of 55 or above but less than 65 award “average work”
An average less than 55 award “work below average”
f)i)Award position to student basing on the average scored. (3mks)
ii) On the last rows enter formulas to count students from both classes. (2mks)
(g) Sort the students list by class position in ascending order. (2mks)
i) Copy the entire worksheet onto sheet 2 and rename it “lower group” (2mks)
ii) Filter “Lower group” sheet to display students from “E” class and whose average
score is below 50. (4mks)
(i) Draw a bar graph to display the following information. (3mks)
- The three cats
- Names

- Title as “TERM ONE COMPUTER RESULTS”

i) Place the legend at the bottom of the graph (lmk)
ii) Save the chart on a new sheet and name it graphical analysis (lmk)
(j) Print:
i) The filtered lower group. (lmk)
ii) The chart (lmk)
iii) Term one results sheet (1mk)

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NAME……………………………………ADM NO…………………………………

SCHOOL…………………………………..CLASS…………………………………

DATE………………………………………

TOP STUDENT KCSE PREDICTIONS

COMPUTER PAPER 1 SERIES 1 TRIAL 4
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Exams
TIME: (2 ½ HOURS)
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES:
•
Write your Name and Index Number in the spaces provided at the top of this page.
•
Sign and write the date of examination in the spaces provided above
•
This paper consists of two section; A and B.
• •
Answer question 16 and any other three questions from section B All answers should be written in the
spaces provided on the question paper
FOR EXAMINERS USE ONLY
Section Question Score
A 1 – 15
B 16
17
18
19
20
TOTAL SCORE

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 SECTION A (40 MARKS)
Answer all the questions in this section in the spaces provided

1. The computer processing cycle involves a four step process List them. (2mks)
2. The CPU consists of control unit and arithmetic logic unit State the functions of
the two units. (2mks)
3. Name and explain the two types of primary memory.
4. State the functions of the following keys in a computer key board
(i)Pause (lmk)
(ii)Function keys (lmk)
5. (i)Explain the importance of microphones combined with speech recognition
device such as voice output. (2mks)
(ii)State the main disadvantage of the above method of data input. (2mks)

6. The most popular type of electronic data storage currently is magnetic disk storage
such as hard disk or Winchester disk. Give reason as to why they are popular
(2mks)
7. Outline two advantages of hard disk over floppy disk. (2mks)
8. One stage of system development is system testing. Outline the advantages of this
stage before implementation. (1mk)
(a) Convert 111,011 2 to a decimal notation. (2mks)
(b) State one advantage of using binary number system in computers. (1mk)
9. State one function of each of the following terms. (3mks)
(i) Buffer
(ii) An accumulator
(iii) Cache memory
(iv)When using wizard to create a form. list four forms layout that you can use,
(2mks)
15. Distinguish between the following terms as used in DTP (4mks)
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 (i) Tracking and kerning
(ii) Stroke and fill
SECTION B (60 MARKS)
Answer question 16 and any other three questions from this section
16.(a) Define the following terms
(i) Structured programming (1mk)
(ii) Constants (1mk)
(iii) Variable (lmk)
(b)Distinguish between dummy data and real data as used in system testing (2mks)
(c)Mr. Nyongesa borrowed a loan of 200,000 from Ndege chai cooperative society at
a rate of 10%payable in 2 years flat rate. Draw a flow chart that can be used to
develop a computer program that will keep track of monthly repayments (5mks)
(d)Write the pseudocode for the flowchart in question (c) above. (5mks)
16. (a) Define the following computer crimes
(i) Piracy (lmk)
(ii)Industrial espionage (lmk)
(b) Explain two ways of protecting data and information against unauthorized access
(4mks)
(c) Explain two functions of network operating system. (4mks)
(d) Differentiate between a repeater and a router as used in computer networking.
(2mks)
(e) List down three duties of a computer trainer (5mks)
17. (a) Explain any two types of human computer Interface. (4mks)
(b) State four basic requirements of a standard computer laboratory (4mks)
(c) Out line three types of job opportunities that are available in the computing field
(3mks)
(d)(i) Differentiate between video conferencing and telecommuting as used in
communicating System. (2mks)
(ii) Highlight two advantages of telecommuting. (2mks)

18. (a) Distinguish between the following

(i) Sequential and serial file organization methods. (2mks)
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 (ii) Random and indexed sequential tile organization methods (2mks)
(b) Explain the following types of data processing modes
(i)Batch processing (2mks)
(ii)Real time processing (2mks)
(c) Define the following terms
(i)Undo (1mk)
(ii)Redo (lmk)
(d) State three breakthrough of Information Communication Technology (ICT) in
health care (3mks)
(e)List any two under graduate programs offered in public universities in Kenya
(2mks)

19. (a) Draw a flowchart showing;

(i)The WHILE loop (2mks)
(ii)The REPEAT UNTIL loop (2mks)
(b) Differentiate between the following terms
(i)Information system and system (2mks)
(ii)Hard system and soft system. (2mks)
(c) List the seven stages of System Development Cycle (SDLC) (7mks)

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NAME……………………………………ADM NO…………………………………

SCHOOL…………………………………..CLASS…………………………………

DATE………………………………………

TOP STUDENT KCSE PREDICTIONS

COMPUTER PAPER 2 SERIES 1 TRIAL 4
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Exams
TIME: (2 ½ HOURS)
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES.
•
Type your name and index number at the top right hand corner of each
printout.
•
Sign and write the date of the examination below the name and index
number on each printout.
•
Write your name and index number on the compact disks
•
Write the name and version of the software used for each question attempted
in the answer sheet.
•
Passwords should not be used while saving in the compact disks
•
Answer all the questions
•
All questions carry equal marks.
•
All answers must be saved in your compact disks
•
Make a printout of the answers on the answers sheets provided.
•
Hand in all the printouts and the compact disks

Answer all questions

1. (a)Create a database called SCHOOL. (2 Marks)

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 (b)Create three tables Examination, DOS and BOARDING with the fields as
shown below.
(10 Marks)
(c). Create a relationship between the three tables and enforce integrity. (6 Marks)
(d). Enter the data items in the given tables three tables. (15 Marks)
Examinations

Admission Mathematics English Kiswahili Biology

Number
1 45 67 90 23

10 45 89 90 20

2 45 70 80 45

3 89 90 90 20

4 78 9 90 50

5 67 89 60 90

6 67 90 7 80

7 34 78 70 90

8 23 50 38 90

9 23 15 67 20

DOS

Admission SName Other Names KCPEMark Year of

Number KCPE
1 PETER BARASA 327 2007

10 JOHNSON SUK 250 2001

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2 ALEX OJWANG’ 340 1998

3 CHEPKUTO ESTHER 250 2008

4 WEKESA RAYMOND 450 2007

5 ALEX WAMWANA 410 2003

6 JANE KILONZO 400 2000

7 MATHEW KARIUKI 450 1999

8 NASIMIYU CATHEEN 290 2003

9 KIMATHI JOHN 3000 2001

BOARDING

Admission UNIFORM TOOL TOOL NAME

Number
1 No 12 JEMBE

10 Yes 20 JEMBE

2 No 11 PANGA

3 Yes 1 SLASHER

4 Yes 111 JEMBE

5 No 15 RAKE

6 Yes 22 BASIN

7 Yes 11 BROOMS

8 Yes 90 RAKE

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 9 Yes 23 BUCKET

(e)Design a query that would display the following fields as shown below and write
down the formulae for getting the total score and criteria for extracting the records
below (10 Marks)
Admin

Admission UNIFORM SName KCPEMark Mathematics English Kiswahili TOTAL

Number SCORE
1 Yes CHEPKUTO 250 89 90 90 269
10 Yes WEKESA 450 78 9 90 177
2 Yes JANE 400 67 90 7 164
(f) Design a report that would sort the following in ascending order in the order of the
following fields, Total score, KCPE Score, SName the Admission Number and the
report should display all the fields. Save the report as administration. (5 Marks)
(g) Print, administration and admin. (2 Marks)
Q2. Using a word processing package, type the text as shown below and save it as Computers
( 35 marks).
Chapter 1: Introduction to Computer
Chapter Overview .......................................................................................... l - l
1.1 Computer Literacy.................................................................................. 1- 2
1.2 What is A Computer And What Does It Do …...............................1- 2
1.3 The Components Of A Computer...................................................... 1- 3
13.1 Input Devices............................................................................1-3
13.2 Output Devices ...................................................................... 1- 4
13.3 System Unit............................................................................... 1- 4
13 .4 Storage Devices.......,,....,.......,,,......................................... 1- 4
13. 5 Communications Devices..................................................... 1-5
1.4 Why Is A Computer So Powerful? ………………..…………………….…1-5 I 4.1
Speed ……………………………………………………... …………. 1-5
L.4.2 Reliability ………………………………………………………………… 1- 6

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 14.3 Accuracy………………………………………………………………….. 1- 6
1.4.4. Storage……………………………………………………… …………… 1- 6
14.5. Communications……………………………………………………. 1- 6

Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers

OBJECTIVES

•
After completing this chapter, students will be able to.
•
Explain why it is important to be computer literate
•
Define the term computer
•
Identify the components of a computer
•
Explain why a computer is a powerful tool
•
Differentiate among the various categories of software
•
Explain the purpose of a network
•
Discuss the uses of the Internet and the World Wide Web
•
Describe the categories of computers and their uses

CHAPTER OVERVIEW
This chapter presents a broad survey of concepts and terminology related to computers.
The idea of computer literacy is introduced. Students discover what a computer is and
what it does. They learn about the components of a computer, the power of computers,
computer software and networks and the internet. Categories of computers are
identified, including personal computers, minicomputers, mainframe computers and
super computers. Students find out how people employ computers from home users to
large business users. Finally they learn how people use computers to provide
information. Reading and understanding the material in this chapter should help
students better understand these topics as they are presented in more detail in the
following chapters.
The vocabulary of computing is all around you. Before the advent of computers,
memory was the mental ability to recall previous experiences; storage was an area
where you kept out-of-season clothing; and

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communication was the act of exchanging opinions and information through writing,
speaking, or signs. In today's world, these words and countless others have taken on new
meanings as part of the common terminology used to describe computers and their use.

When you hear the word computer, initially you may think of those found in the
workplace - the computers used to create business letters, memos, and other
correspondence; calculate payroll; track inventory; or generate invoices, In the course of
a day or week, however, you encounter many other computers. Your home, for instance,
may contain a myriad of electronic devices, such as cordless telephones, VCRs, handheld
video games, cameras, and stereo systems that include small computers.
Computers help you with your banking in the form of automatic teller machines (ATMs)
used to deposit or withdraw funds. When you buy groceries, a computer tracks your
purchases and calculates the amount of money you owe; and sometimes generates
coupons customized to your buying patterns.

Even your car is equipped with computers that operate the electrical system, control the
temperature, and run sophisticated antitheft devices.

Computers are valuable tools. As technology advances and computers extend into every
facet of daily living, it is essential you gain some level of computer literacy. To be
successful in today's world, you must have a knowledge and understanding of computers
and their uses.

(a).Hang indent the paragraph starting with 'the vocabulary of computing......'by 2 cms.
(3 Marks)
(b).Change the line spacing of text under 1.1 . Computer literacy to 2" and save the
document as : Literacy. (4 Marks)
(c). Change the title' Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers 'to toggle case (2 Marks)
(d). Animate the OBJECTIVES to have a blinking background save as A; Blink
(3 Marks)
(e) Print Computers and : Literacy. (2 Marks)

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NAME……………………………………ADM NO…………………………………

SCHOOL…………………………………..CLASS…………………………………

DATE………………………………………

TOP STUDENT KCSE PREDICTIONS

COMPUTER PAPER 1 SERIES 1 TRIAL 5
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Exams
TIME: (2 ½ HOURS)
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
-Write your name and index number in the spaces provides
above -----Sign and write the date of examination in the
spaces provided This ---paper contains two section: Section
A and B.
-Answer all questions in section A.
-Answer question 16 (Compulsory) and any other THREE questions in section B.
-All answers should be written in the spaces provided in the question paper
FOR EXAMINER’S USE ONLY.
SECTION QUESTION CANDIDATE SCORE
A 1-15
B 16
17
18
19
20
TOTAL SCORE

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 This paper consists of 8 printed pages. Candidates should check the question paper
to ensure that all the papers are printed as indicated and no questions are missing
SECTION A (40 MARKS)
Answer ALL the questions in this section in the space provided.
1. (a) State the purpose of registers in a computer system. (1mk)
(b) Name two types of registers found in the central processing unit. (lmk)
2. State two practices to be observed in order to ensure the safety of the computer
user (2mks)
3. List four stages in data collection (2mks)
4. (a) State two importance of internet to society. (2mks)
(b) Describe two challenges that internet has brought to society. (2mks)
5. (a) Define portability as used in software selection (lmk)
(b) List four ways of acquiring software in an organization (2mks)
6. (a) Subtract 1102 from 110102 (lmk)
(b) Find the sum of binary number 101.1012 and 110.1002 (lmk)
7. Outline two major functions of UPS in computer Iaboratory. (2 marks)
8. (a) Define virtual reality. (1 mark)
(b)List any two applications of virtual reality. (1 mark)
9. (a) List three ways by which you can provide a common link or relationship
between the table in a database software (3mks)
(b) What is referential integrity (1 mk)
10. Differentiate between SRAM and SDRAM (2mks)
11. State two advantages and two disadvantages of impact over non-impact printers.
(4mks)
12. State two advantages of USB port over the parallel port
(2mks)
13. List down two examples of High level language (HLL) and state its most
appropriate application.
(2mks)
14.(a) Differentiate between a logical file and a physical file. (2mks)
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 (b) Name four types of computer files. (2mks)
15.a). Define the term mail merging (1 Marks)
b). Name two files that are created in mail merging process (2 Marks)

SECTION B (60 MARKS)

Answer question 16 and any other three questions from this section in the spaces
provided.
16. Study the flow chart below and answer the questions that follow

(a) What would the flow chart generate as output if the value of N at input was
(i) 6? (2mks)

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 (ii) 1? (2mks)
(c) Write a Pseudo code that does the same thing as the chart above.
(7mks)
(d) Modify the flow chart so as to reject an input below 0 and to avoid
looping when the input is? (4mks)
17. (a) State any three duties of the following ICT personnel.
(i) Systems analyst. (3 marks)
(ii) Database administrator. (3 marks)
(iii) Web master (3 marks)
(b)Name any three ICT courses offered in the Kenyan universities. (3 marks)
(c) Outline three advantages of telecommuting. (3 marks)
18 (a) The formula = K20 + P $ 18 was typed in cell L21 and then copied to cell M24 of
a spreadsheet. Write the formula as it appears in cell M24. (2mks)
(i) Define the term spreadsheet. (1 mk)
(ii)Give two examples of spreadsheet packages available in the market today.(2mks)
(iii)Explain the following terms as used in a spreadsheet.
What IF analysis (2mks)
Cell (lmk)
Formula (lmk)
Pie-chart (lmk)
(c) Distinguish between the following sets of terms used in spreadsheet.
(i) Worksheet and workbook (2mks)
(ii) Filtering and sorting (2mks)
(d) State one way in which a user may reverse the last action taken in a
spreadsheet package. (lmk)
19. (a)Define artificial Intelligence. (1 mark)
(b)Explain the application of artificial intelligence in the following areas.
(6 marks)
(i) Natural language processing
(ii) Robotics
(iii) Expert systems
(b) Give any three symptoms of the following computer work-related disorders
and two of their methods of prevention.
(i) Computer vision syndrome. (4 marks)
(ii) Repetitive strain injuty. (4 marks)

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 20. (a) Define the term ergonomics (1 mark)
(b) (i)Give any three advantages of using a fibre optic cable in data
transmission. (3 mks)
(ii) Name two types of fibre optic. (1 mark)
(c) State three advantages of wireless communication. (3 marks)
(d) Explain the following terms. (3 marks)
(i) Multiplexing
(ii) Bandwidth
(iii) Baseband signal
(e) Explain the use of these communication devices. (4 marks)
(i) Routers
(ii) Hub

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NAME……………………………………ADM NO…………………………………

SCHOOL…………………………………..CLASS…………………………………

DATE………………………………………

TOP STUDENT KCSE PREDICTIONS

COMPUTER PAPER 2 SERIES 1 TRIAL 5
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Exams
TIME: (2 ½ HOURS)

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
-Type your name and index number in the spaces provides above
-Sign and write the date of examination in the spaces provided in the answer
sheet Password should not be used while saving in the Compact disk.
-Answer all questions.
-Make a print of the answer sheet provided -
-Hand all the print out and the Compact
disk.

QUESTION ONE (50 MKS)

(a) Create a database in the floppy disk named BORA UNIVERSITY COLLEGE.
(2mks)
(b) Create a table with the following fields using appropriate data types: Adm No,
First Name, Last
Name, Course, Date of Admission and Completed. Set Adm No as a Primary key
.Save it as
STUDENTS DETAILS (6mks)
(c) Create a Columnar form that would be used to enter data into STUDENTS
DETAILS and save it as STUDENTS DATA ENTRY. (2mks)
(d) Use the above form to enter the following data into the database. (6mks)

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(e) Create a table named ‘FEE PAYMENT’ in the same database to contain Adm No,
Fee Paid and Receipt No. (5mks)
(f) Link STUDENTS DETAILS table to FEE PAYMENT table. (2mks)
(g) Enter the following details directly into the FEE PAYMENT table. (2mks)

(h) Create a query to display the following details: Adm no, First name, Last name,
Fee paid.
Save as FEE PAID. (5mks)
(i) Display a list showing the Last name and the Fee balance for all students who
owe the college over 10,000/= given that the total fees for each course is 30,000.
Save as SEND
HOME. (5mks)
(j) Certificates are to be given only those who have completed their course and
have paid the full amount. Create a query, having the Adm No, First name, Last
name and course for all students to be awarded the certificates. Save as
GRADUANTS. (5mks)
(k) Prepare reports for STUDENTS DETAILS, FEE PAYMENT, FEE PAID,
SEND HOME,

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 GRADUANTS. (5mks)
(I) Print the reports in (I) above. (5mks)

QUESTION 2(50MKS)
PK is new transportation company. The managing director would like to produce
an advert to enable him to reach out to local towns.
a). Prepare a publication layout with the following specification:
(i) Paper size A4
(ii) Orientation Portrait
(iii) Number of pages 1
(iv) Margins 0.5 inches all round
(v) Create column guides to subdivide the page into two columns
(vi) Space between columns 0.3 inches (6mks)
b). Produce the publication as shown in the sample. All the text are in Times New
Roman size 12 except.
(a) PK in the logo Size 28
(b) Unbeatable Size 20
(c) You can’t compare Size 14
(d) Working hours Size 22
(e) Passenger Ticket shading is Accent 4
(f) Fill pattern for working hours is 5% (44mks)

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NAME……………………………………ADM NO…………………………………

SCHOOL…………………………………..CLASS…………………………………

DATE………………………………………

TOP STUDENT KCSE PREDICTIONS

COMPUTER PAPER 1 SERIES 1 TRIAL 6
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Exams
TIME: (2 ½ HOURS)
INSTRUCTION TO CANDIDATES
• Write your name and index number in the spaces provided above
• This paper consists of Two sections A and B
• Answer ALL questions in section A
• Answer question16 and any other THREE questions from section B
• All answers should be written in the spaces provided on the question paper
FOR EXAMINER’S USE ONLY
SECTION QUSTIONS CANDIDATE’S SCORE

A 1 -15

B 16

17

18

19

20

TOTAL SCORE

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 SECTION A (40 MARKS)
Answer ALL the questions in this section
1.State the technology used in the following computer generations (2mks)
i)4th generation:
ii)1stgeneration:
iii)2nd generation:
iv)3rd generation:
2.Outline two areas that should be considered when categorizing software. (1mk)
3.State any three disadvantages of a magnetic diskette. (3mks)
4. a) Define the data processing. (1mk)
b) Explain two characteristics of good information. (2mks)
5 .Distinguish between data verification and data validation. (2mks)
6. Describe the following menu tools as used in Ms. Word (2mks)
i) Print layout:
ii) Web layout:
7.Define the following terms as used in mail merging (4mks)
i) Main document:
ii) Data source
8. a)Difference between real –time system and online systems. (2mks)
b) Explain how information and communication technology has contributed to
teaching and learning in schools. (2mks)
9. a) State the use of the following network devices. (2mks)
i) Network interface cards
ii) Routers
iii) Distinguish between thinnet and thicknet coaxial cables. (2mks)
10. Convert (111.0102) to decimal number. (3mks)
11. Explain the type of errors that are likely to exist in a program? (4mks)
12. State three ways in which ICT can be used in industrial control. (3mks)

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 13. State two reasons why it is necessary to have well connected and proper cables in a
computer lab (2mks)
14. What do you understand by the term ‘soft system’’ in a system development?
(1mk)
15. What is a relational database (1mk)
SECTION B (60 MARKS)
Answer question 16 and any other THREE questions from this section in the spaces
provided
16 .Mumias sugar company pays casual employees based on the number of hours worked
as follows
Less than 10 hours @ khs.100/= per hour
Up to 15 hours @ khs150/= per hour
More than 15 hours @khs200/= /per hour
a) Write a pseudo code to input the name, rate hours worked. The pseudo code
should output the name,hours worked and the wage paid. (6mks)
b) Draw a flowchart for the above pseudo code . (5mks)
c) Write brief notes on structured programming (4mks)
17 a) List four characteristics of a system (2mks)
b) Give any three circumstances that may make an organization to develop a new
information system (3mks)
c) Study the spreadsheet below and answer the questions that follow
A B C D

1 WESTLINK COMPUTER
BOOKS CENTRE
2 TITLE PRICE NO. SOLD COST

3 Computer longhorn book2 320 25

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 4 Visual basic (6) turbo 820 21

5 Computer longhorn book4 350 100

6 Computer science 900 12

7 Computer Applications 845 36

8 Computer hardware 1250 10

9 Computer software 1250 27

10

i) Write down the formula used to find the price of the cheapest book. (1mk)
ii)Write down the formula used to determine the total sales for the book titled’ computer
applications (1mk)
iii)Write down the formula used determine the average price of the all books (2mks)
d)State any four advantages of using an electronic spreadsheet as compared to a
traditional spreadsheet. (2mks)
e)Differentiate between a column chart and a bar chart as used in spreadsheets (4mks)
f)Define the term gutter in relation to column setting in DTP (1mk)
18. a) Name and describe four main application areas of artificial intelligence in ICT
(12mks)
b) State three advantages of automated production in manufacturing industries.
(3mks)
19 a) Describe any two roles of the following career opportunities in the ICT field
(8mks)
i) Systems analyst
ii) Information system manager
iii) Network administrator
iv) Computer trainer
b) Distinguish between a primary key and a foreign key as used in DBMS. (2mks)
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 c) What do the term header and footer mean? (2mks)
d) What do you understand by the terms attenuation and baseband signal. (2mks)
20. a) Define the following terms. (3mks)
i) Record
ii) File
iii) Database
b) i) List any three ways of dealing with a virus on a computer. (3mks)
ii) Explain the functions performed by (2mks)
a) The control unit
b) Arithmetic and logic unit (ALU)
c) Convert the 5228 to its base 10 equivalent (2mks)
d)Using long division methods convert 6710 into binary. (2mks)
e)Outline three disk management activities. (3mks)

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SCHOOL…………………………………..CLASS…………………………………

DATE………………………………………

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COMPUTER PAPER 2 SERIES 1 TRIAL 6
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Exams
TIME: (2 ½ HOURS)
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES.
- Type your name and index number at the top right hand corner of each print
out and on your CD.
-Write the version of software used for each question attempted
Answer all questions
- Write your name and index number on the CD
-Password should not be used while saving
-All questions carry equal marks
-Hand in all printouts and the CD.
FOR OFFICIAL USE
Question Maximum score Student score

1 50

2 50

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 Total 100

1. The information below was extracted from CMC vehicle selling business
Buyer Buyer Buyer Vehicle Vehicle Vehicle Vehicle Buyer Amount
Name Address Town Reg Type Make price Number paid
NO
peter 254 Nakuru KAJ Matatu Nissan 1200000 B001 800000
001
john 678 Eldoret KAJ Bus Mazda 2400000 B002 2000000
002
Ken 963 Nairobi KAJ Saloon Toyota 800000 B003 600000
003
Peter 147 Nakuru KAJ Pick up Peugeot 1000000 B004 700000
004
Roy 456 Bungoma KAJ Lorry Isuzu 3000000 B005 2000000
005
Glen 789 Webuye KAJ Pick up Toyota 1800000 B006 1600000
006
John 678 Eldoret KAJ Bus Scania 7500000 B002 7500000
007
Ken 963 Nairobi KAJ Matatu Toyota 1300000 B003 1300000
008
Phillip 159 Kisumu KAJ Saloon Nissan 900000 B007 900000
009
Peter 254 Nakuru KAJ Pick up Isuzu 1500000 B001 1200000
010
Ken 357 Kisumu KAJ Saloon Peugeot 700000 B008 700000
011
Glen 789 Webuye KAJ Bus Isuzu 10000000 B006 9500000
012

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Peter 147 Nakuru KAJ Matatu Nissan 2700000 B004 2700000
013
a) Create a database file named CMC (2 marks)
b) Using the information in the table, create a table to hold vehicle detail and
another to hold buyer details. Name them tblvehicle and tblbuyer
respectively (4 marks)
c) Enforce referential integrity between two tables. (2 marks)
d)Create different input screen for each table, giving them appropriate title. Name
them frmvehicle and frmbuyer. Use them to enter data into the tables.
(12 marks)
e)Display a report only showing the details of the buyers who have cleared paying
for the vehicle. Name the report rptcleared with ‘’CLEARED BUYERS’’ as the
title of the report. (10 marks)
f)Using the two tables create an outlined report showing the customer details, the
total amount paid by each customer and the total amount received by CMC
during this time. Name the report rptnilbal and the title as ‘SUMMARY
REPORT PER BUYER.’’ (8 marks)
g)Create a query to display the vehicle details with balances of less than 500,000
but not less than 300,000. Name the query as qrymidbal. (7marks)
h)Create a report showing the vehicle type, the total sales for each type and the
grand total. (3 marks)
e)Print tblvehicle, tblbuyer, rptcleared, and rptnilbal and qrymidbal
landscape orientation with footers being your last name and index number at
the centre of the page. (2 marks).
2. Use a spreadsheet to manipulate data in the table below.
Adm. Name Stream Comp Art Bus Eng Mat STUDENT RANK
NO MEAN
C001 Barasa H 56 45 36 56 26
C002 Wangila K 58 57 90 54 23
C003 Wafula H 48 56 54 45 25
C004 Wanjala K 78 95 78 46 24
C005 Kerubo H 49 86 68 35 52

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 C006 Akinyi K 56 45 25 63 54
C007 Odhiambo H 75 78 45 65 56
C008 Okunyuku K 89 69 65 53 51
C009 Nekesa H 69 58 45 54 52
C010 Simiyu H 85 46 78 52 53
TOTAL
TOTAL FOR
H
TOTAL FOR
K
a) Enter the data in all bordered worksheet and auto fit all columns. Save the
workbook as mark1 (15 mks)
b) Find the total marks for each subject (3 mks)
c) Find total for each subject per stream using a function. (5 mks)
d) Find mean mark for each student using a function (5 mks)
e) Rank every student in descending order using the mean (5 mks)
f) Create a well labeled colum chart on a different sheet to show the mean mark of
every student. Save the workbook as mark2. (7 mks)
g) Using mark1, use subtotals to find the average mark for each subject per stream.
Save the workbook as mark3 (7 mks)
h) Print mark1, mark2, and the chart (3 mks)

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DATE………………………………………

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COMPUTER PAPER 1 SERIES 1 TRIAL 7
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Exams
TIME: (2 ½ HOURS)
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES

1. Write your name and index number in the spaces provided above
2. This paper consists of two sections A and B.
3. Answer ALL questions in section A.
4. Answer question and any other THREE questions from section B.
5. All answers should be written in the spaces provided on the question paper.

FOR EXAMINERS USE ONLY

SECTION QUESTION CANDIDATES SCORE

A 1 - 15

B 16

17

18

19

20

TOTAL SCORE

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1. State three classifications of micro computers when classified according to size.
(3mks)
2. Give three main advantages of using computers for data processing functions over
other types of office and business equipments (3mks)
3. (a) What is disk partitioning? (2mks)
(b) Give two reasons for partitioning a disk. (2mks)
4. Give a reason for each of the following hardware considerations when selecting a
computer
system (2 mks)
a) Processor speed.
b) Warranty.
c) Upgradeability and compatibility.
d) Portability.
5. Outline the functions of the following utility software (3mks)
(i) Loaders.
(ii) Debuggers.
(iii) Linkers.
6. Draw a diagram to illustrate the following. (3mks)
(i) USB Port.
(ii) Serial Port.
(iii) Parallel Port.
7. A computer operator in your school wanted to print a document but the printer
could not print yet the online light is on and the printer paper is correctly placed.
Give the other possible reasons why the printing process failed. (2mks)
8. Differentiate between office and magnetic scanning techniques and give two
example of each. (4mks)
9. Define the following terms as used in word processing.
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 (i) Word wrap (lmk)
(ii) Thesaurus (lmk)
10. In a war torn countries such as Somalia, explosives that get buried under ground
requires removal in order to provide safety for the people.
(a) Name a computer controlled device that would be used safely for detecting
such explosives (lmk)
(b) Explain why you recommend the use of such a device in (a) above (lmk)
11. Explain briefly how Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) and Electronic Point of Sale
(EPOS) is used to facilitate business in Nakumatt supermarkets in Kenya (4mks)
12. The most popular type of electronic data storage currently is magnetic disk storage
such as hard disk or Winchester disk. Give reason as to why they are popular
(2mks)
13. Outline two advantages of hard disk over floppy disk. (2mks)
14. One stage of system development is system testing. Outline the advantages of this
stage before Implementation. (1 mks)
15. State three system changeover strategies (3 mks)
SECTION B ( 60 MARKS)
Answer question 16 and any other three questions from this section in the spaces
provided.
16. a) Define the terminologies; (4mks)
i) Source code
ii) Object code
(b) With an aid of a pseudo code and flow chart, write a computer program that
can be used to compare the values of two numbers and print the largest
number. (11 mks)
17. a) Define the following terms. (4 mks)
i) Record
ii) File.
iii) Database
iv) field
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 (b) i) List any three ways of dealing with virus on a computer. (3mks)
ii) Explain the functions performed by: (6 mks)
a) The control unit
b) Arithmetic and logic unit (ALU)
c) Main memory:
iii) what is the difference between hacking and cracking (2 mks)
18 a) What is the hexadecimal equivalent of 7478 (3 Mks)
17. a) Define the following terms. (4 mks)
i) Record
ii) File.
iii) Database
iv) field
b) i) List any three ways of dealing with virus on a computer. (3mks)
ii) Explain the functions performed by: (6 mks)
a) The control unit
b) Arithmetic and logic unit (ALU)
c) Main memory:
iii) What is the difference between hacking and cracking (2 mks)
18. a) What is the hexadecimal equivalent of 7478 (3 Mks)
b) Use one’s compliment to solve the following sum: (2 Mks)
c) State two reasons for using binary system in digital technology. (2 Mks)
d) Explain the term attenuation as used in networking. (2 Mks)
e) i) Explain the following terms as used in fibre optic cables (4 Mks)
i) Single mode
ii) Multi-mode
f) Convert 7.125 10 to its binary equivalent. (2 Mks)
19 i) Describe three ways in which computers have positively impacted on education.
(3 mks)
ii)The traffic lights serve as output devices for a computerized traffic system. Name
the
appropriate input device for this system. (1 Mk)
iii) State three advantages of computer based simulation. (6 Mks)

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 iv) Differentiate between a software engineer and a computer engineer. (2 Mks)
v) Name three duties that are carried out by a web administrator. (3 Mks)
20. (a.) Explain three components of expert systems. (6mks)
(b.) Highlight two types of job opportunities available in the field of computer
hardware . (2mks)
(c.) List any three internet service providers in Kenya (3mks)
(d.) Describe any four internet services (4mks)

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NAME……………………………………ADM NO…………………………………

SCHOOL…………………………………..CLASS…………………………………

DATE………………………………………

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COMPUTER PAPER 2 SERIES 1 TRIAL 7
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Exams
TIME: (2 ½ HOURS)
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
-Answer All questions
- All answers must be saved in your CD.
-Insert your name and index number as headers in all
your documents -Make a print out of the answers on the
answer sheets provided Hand in the print outs and the CD.

QUESTION ONE
(a) Create a new database, save it on a removable storage medium and name it school
database
(b) Create a Table in the school database with the following (3mks)
FIELD NAME DATA TYPE FIELD SIZE/FORMAT
ADM-NO Text 10
Name Text 15
Surname Text 15
Tel - No Number Long Integer
Date of Birth Date/time Medium date
Fee – Paid Currency Currency
Foreigner Yes/No Yes/No
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(c) Make the “ADM_Number” Field as the Primary Key (2mks)
(d) Save the table as Student’s Table (2mks)
(e) Open the “Students Table” and enter the following records (3mks)
ADM - Name Surname Tel - Date of Fee - Foreigner
NO. No. Birth paid
4567 John Maina Muiru 55- 19/09/1990 25000 No
67543
4576 Mary Mutua 44- 20/12/1991 27000 No
Nthenya 23456
4398 Mark Okech Otieno 22- 13/03/1992 20000 No
65473
5678 Peter Rick Ben 11- 15/06/1994 29000 Yes
76742
4378 Joan Liz Patel 13- 18/09/1990 26000 Yes
89734
4897 Peter Amos Ben 33- 17/04/1993 20000 Yes
37482
4643 Muoka Nzioki 44- 12/12/1991 23000 No
Muoki 45362
(f) Insert the record given below as record 4 (2mks)
4120 Rabecca Kalewa Ben 44-24242 13/10/1900 27000 No
(g) Delete Mary Nthenya record from the database file (2mks)
(h) Sort the table in Ascending order by surname (2mks)
(i) Move the Date - of- Birth and Tel - No fields so that the Date - of- Birth field is
now directly after the surname field (4mks)
(j) Change the field size of the Surname to 20 (lmk)
(k) (i) Create a Form with all fields on the Students Table (2mks)
(ii) Name the form Students Entries (lmk)
(iii) Insert unbound control named fee - Balance to show the fee balances of all
students given the total fee is 35000 and Fee - balance = Total _Fee - Fee
_Paid (4mks)
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(1) Insert a picture in the form in way that all text is visible (3mks)

(m) (i) Create a report based on the Student’s Table showing the Fields Name,
Surname and Tel No. (3mks)
(ii) Name the report Telephone list (lmk)
(n) Insert a picture in the report Header (2mks)
(o) (i) Create query _l showing all fields of those students whose surname is Ben
(4mks)
(ii) Create query _2 showing all fields of those students born after 1991 (3mks)
(iii) Create query 3 showing only the Student’s Name, Student’s Surname and
Student’s Date of birth (3mks)
(p) Print Students tables Entries form, Telephone list, query_1, query_2 and
query_3. (3mks)

QUESTION TWO
Using DTP software, create the following document as it is. Save it as software in drive
A. Print your publication. (50 marks)

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NAME……………………………………ADM NO…………………………………

SCHOOL…………………………………..CLASS…………………………………

DATE………………………………………

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COMPUTER PAPER 1 SERIES 1 TRIAL 8
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Exams
TIME: (2 ½ HOURS)

451/1
COMPUTER STUDIES
Paper 1
(THEORY)
July / August 2012
Time 2 ½ HOURS

MARAKWET WEST DISTRICT JOINT EVALUATION TEST–

2012(MAWESSE)
Kenya National Examination Council (K.C.S.E)

451/1
COMPUTER STUDIES
Paper 1
(THEORY)
July / August 2012
Time 2 ½ HOURS

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 INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES

• Write your Name, Index Number and School in the spaces provided above
• This paper consists of Two sections A and B.
• Answer ALL questions in Section A.
• Answer question 16 and any other THREE questions from Section B.
• All answers should be written in the spaces provided on the question paper..

This paper consists of 12 printed pages.

Candidates should check the question paper to ensure that all pages are
printed as indicated and no questions are missing

SECTION A (40 MARKS)

Answer ALL the questions in this section in the space provided.
1. (a) State the purpose of registers in a computer system. (lmk)
(b) name two types of registers found in the central processing unit. (1mk)

2. With reference to quality of print, noise, level and cost, compare a dot matrix with a laser printer.
(3mks)

3. Convert 3BD16 to Octal. (3mks)

4. (a) State two importance of internet to society. (2mks)

(b) Describe two challenges that internet has brought to society. (2mks)

5. Differentiate between the following types of integrity constraints

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 (i) Validity integrity (1mk)
(ii) Entity integrity (1mk)
(iii) Referential integrity (l mk)
6. Describe two computer crimes taking place in society citing control measures that can be put in
place to curb them. (2mks)

7. Computers process digital data through a process called coding. State and explain three coding
systems. (3mks)

8. (a) Give four application areas of spreadsheets. (2mks)

(b) Write the following formulae as absolute with reference to cell G20, = F 10 + G20. (lmk)
9. Define modular programming and state two advantages of modular programming. (2mks)
10. While using a word processor, you realize that the contents of the document don’t fit on one page.
They exceed to the other page by three lines. Suggest three possible ways you can make the
document fit one page. (3mks)
11. State the function of each of the following:
(a) Network protocol (lmk)
(b) Hub (lmk)
12. Differentiate between the following pairs as used in database design.
(a) Validation rule and validation text (2mks)

(b) Table and query (2mks)

13. List four factors to be considered when purchasing an operating system. (2mks)
14. Write algorithm to compute the area of a triangle. (2mks)
15. Define the term artificial intelligence. (2mks)
SECTION B (60 MARKS)
Answer question 16 and any other three questions from this section in the spaces provided.
16. Study the flow chart below and answer the questions that follow.

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(a) What would the flow chart generate as output if the value of N at input was
(i) 6? (2mks)

(ii) 1? (2mks)
(b) Write a Pseudocode that does the same thing as the flowchart above. (7mks)

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 (c) Modify the flow chart so as to reject an input below 0 and to avoid looping when the input is
0. (4mks)

17. (a) Describe the ways in which a computer can represent a positive and negative number.
(2mks)
(b) A particular computer stores numbers in a single 8 — bit word. How would it represent
O.312510?

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 (c) What is the decimal equivalent of the number 1.01112? (3mks)
(d) Perform the decimal subtraction 1410- 610 using
(i) Regular binary. (3mks)
(ii) One’s complement. (3mks)
18. (a) The formula = K20 + P $ 18 was typed in cell L21 and then copied to cell M24 of a
spreadsheet. Write the formula as it appears in cell M24. (2mks)
(b) (i) Define the term spreadsheet. (lmk)
(ii) Give four examples of spreadsheet packages available in the market today. (2mks)
(iii) Explain the following terms as used in a spreadsheet.
What IF analysis (2mks)
............................................................................................................................................................
Cell (lmk)
Formula (lmk)
Pie-chart (lmk)
(c) Distinguish between the following sets of terms used in spreadsheet.
(i) Worksheet and workbook (2mks)
(ii) Filtering and sorting (2mks)
(d) State one way in which a user may reverse the last action taken in a spreadsheet package.
(1mk)
19. (a) Define an information system. (lmk)
(b) State two circumstances under which interviews may be used as a method of gathering
information (2mks)
(c) (i) What is a computer laboratory (1mk)
(ii) Give two measures that should be observed when using the computer laboratory to
protect computers against loss of data (2mks)
(d) State three factors you would consider before enrolling for an ICT course in an institution of
higher learning. (3mks)
(e) Give two duties of each of the following computer professionals.
(i) Computer programmer (2mks)
(ii) System analyst (2mks)
(iii) Computer technician (2mks)
20. (a) Distinguish between unshielded twisted pair (UTP) and shield twisted pair (STP) cables.
(2mks)
(b) (i) With an Aid of a diagram describe the mesh topology. (3mks)
 (ii) Highlight one advantage and two disadvantages of the above network topology.
(3mks)
(c) Highlight four limitations of computer networking. (4mks)
(d) Define the following terms.
(i) Data Terminal Equipment. (1mk)
(ii) Remote Terminal (1mk)
(iii) Internet (1mk)

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COMPUTER PAPER 1 SERIES 1 TRIAL 9
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Exams
TIME: (2 ½ HOURS)

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
• This paper consists of TWO Sections A and B
• Answer all questions in Section A
• Answer question 16 (compulsory) and any other THREE question in section B
• All answers should be written in the space provided in the question paper

FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY:

Section Question Candidates
Score
 A 1-15

16

B 17

18

19

20

Total Score

SECTION A: (40 MARKS)

Answer ALL the questions in this section in the space provided.

1. (a) A computer laboratory should be constantly kept dust and smoke free.
Specify two effects that dust would have on the operation of computers.(2 marks)
(b) Why should you first switch on the UPS before switching on the system unit and
the monitor? (1 mark)
2. Explain the meaning of backup. (2 marks)
3. State the following types of transcription errors. (2 marks)
(a) 3455 instead of 345
(b) Smith instead of simth.
4. (a) State three ways used to represent a negative number. (3 marks)
(b) Perform the following binary arithmetic giving the answer in decimal notation.
1110.0111 + 1101001.011 (2 marks

5. Distinguish between data privacy and data integrity as used in computing. (2 marks)
6. Differentiate between a primary key and a foreign key while designing a database.
(2 marks)
7. Distinguish between ‘count’ and ‘countif’ functions as used in spreadsheets.(2 marks)
8. Match the following statements with repeater, router or a bridge. (2 marks)

STATEMENT DEVICE
(a) Operates at data link layer
 (b) Determine the best path for data to follow
(c) Regenerates signals
(d) Forwards everything which it doesn’t
recognize

9. Explain the impact of Information Technology on organization in each of the following

areas. (2 marks)
(a) Competition.
(b) Pace of growth.
10. List two roles performed by system analyst. (2 marks)
11. Explain the following internet related terms. (4 marks)
(a) Sign IN.
(b) Search engine.
(c) Surf.
(d) Sign up
12. In Kenya Tea Packers Company, several people are employed as record clerks, typists
and messenger. The company intends to introduce a computerized system in all the
departments. Suggest three reasons that would make workers unhappy with the new
system. (3 marks)
13. State two magnetic Storage devices. (2 marks)
14. State three functions of Central Processing Unit. (3 marks)
15. For each of the following file organization methods, state an appropriate storage medium:
(2 marks
(a)Serial.
(b)Random.

SECTION B: (60 MARKS)

Answer question 16 (compulsory) and any other THREE questions from this section.

16. (a) Study the flowchart below and answer the questions that follows.
 Start

Enter: N, M

 = M: Y = N
N, M

P = y - : Q =  - y

P=y No Yes P=x

P > Q?
Q=x Q=y

PRINT: P, Q, , y

Stop
(i) State the name of the control structure shown in the flowchart.(1 mark)
(ii) Assuming the user keys in 8 and 14 when prompted to enter the values for
m
and N respectively, determine the printed values of P, Q,  and y.(4 marks)
(iii) Write the pseudocode that would be used in place of the flowchart.
(5 marks)
(b) What is the difference between looping and selection. (2 marks)
(c) Name the stage of program development cycle when: (3 marks)
(i) A user guide would be written.
(ii) A programmer dry-runs the code.
(iii) System charts would be drawn.
17. (a)What is Virtual reality? (1 mark)
(b)Explain the following interactive sensory equipment used in virtual reality.(2 marks)
(i) Head gear.
(ii) Body suit.
(c) (i) What is Artificial Intelligence? (1 mark)
(ii) State and explain three components of an experts system. (6 marks
 (d) Most computerized security systems make use of Biometric analysis, name three
physical features of human beings that can be considered in this analysis.
18. (a) Explain two coding schemes used in data representation techniques. (4 marks)
(b) Using one’s and two’s complement work out 14 – 9.
(i) One’s complement. (2 marks)

(ii) Two’s complement. (2 marks)

(c) Work out the hexadecimal equivalent of 1011111000112 (2 marks)
(d) Identify the following types of ports. (5 marks)

19. (a) Explain two functions of an operating system. (4 marks)

(b) Explain the following terms as used in disk management using operating system:
(i) Disk defragmentation. (2 marks)

(ii) Disk clean up. (2 marks)

 (c) What will happen if you attempt to delete a folder while a file contained in it is
Open? (1 mark

(d) State two properties that an operating system displays about a file. (2 marks)

(e) Give four advantages of storing files in folders. (4 marks)

20. (a) The diagram below shows four common network topologies A, B, C and D.

A B
X

Name the network topologies labeled A, B, C and D. (4 marks)

(ii) Explain what happens if server X in topology A fails. (1 mark)

C D
(iii) List two problems associated with network topology B. (2 marks)

(iv) List two disadvantage associated with network topology labeled D.

(2 marks)

Server Terminal Printer

(b) Differentiate between Internet and World Wide Web. (2 marks)

(c) Describe the following network services and identify their applications.(4 marks)
(i) Voice mail.

(ii) Video conferencing.

NAME……………………………………ADM NO…………………………………

SCHOOL…………………………………..CLASS…………………………………

DATE………………………………………

TOP STUDENT KCSE PREDICTIONS

COMPUTER PAPER 2 SERIES 1 TRIAL 9
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Exams
TIME: (2 ½ HOURS)
INSTRUCTION TO CANDIDATES
- Answer any two questions
- This question paper consists of three questions. All questions carry
equal marks - All answers must be saved in the diskette
provided.
- Write your name and index number on the CDs
- Type your name and index number on the top right hand corner of
each printout
- Hand out all prints out and CDs

QUESTION ONE (50 MARKS)

A) using an appropriate word processing, type the following passage and save it in
diskette as DATA SECURITY (10mks)
Data security and control
External threats
i) Fire. Floods, earthquakes and other natural disasters, These are the
potential threats hut are not the most common external problems,
ii) Theft of equipment- theft of pc’s laser printers and even memorychips
after a Break into a building are very common.
iii) Espionage (intelligence) - information in the wrong hands can do a lot of
damage. Example access to a payroll or accounting information is
restricted so such information should be shielded from external and
internal spies.
 Internal threats
Internal threat would include
i) hacking
ii) Fraud
iii) Hardware failure
iv) Corruption of databases
Viruses load and run without the user requesting them to run: and cause
considerable damage e.g.
i) Modifying other program
ii) Hiding inside other programs with an aim of spreading to other
machine
iii) Destroying data and programs.
It is a computer code which usually designed to carry out two tasks:
i) To replicate itself’ from one computer s stem to another.
ii) To locate itself’ within a computer system in such a way as to make it
possible for it to amend or destroy programs and data files, by
interfering with the normal processes of the operating system.
Questions
(i) Copy the original document (data security) to the next page. (2mks)
(ii) Format the headings as follows: (6mks)
Front Font type Underline bold
Size
Data security and 14 Times New Yes Yes
control Roman
External threats 14 Monotype None Yes
corsiva
Internal threats 14 Default Yes No

(iii) Change the numbering to bullets; as follows: (2mks)

Headings Bullet
i) External >
threats ii)
Interna
.
(iv) Strike through the word internal threats (2mks)
(c) (i) Insert the ANY clipart at the bottom center of the document. (3mks)
(ii)Create word art as indicated by the symbol. (2mks)

(iii)Using auto shape, design a logo as indicated by the symbol. (2mks)

SECURITY

(d) Save the document as SECURITY (2mks)

(e) (i) Copy the original document (data security) to the next page
(2mks)
(ii)Drop cap the first letter of the document (D) to cover two lines (1mk)
(iii)Spell check the whole document. (2mks
(iv)Double space and italics the first paragraph (3mks)
(v) Insert a header ‘computer threat’ to appear in every page (2mks)
(vi) Number the pages using the format 1, 2, 3.....
(f) Save the document as COMPUTER THREAT (2mks)
(g) Print the document
(i) Data security (1mk)
(ii) Security (1mk)
(iii) Computer threat (1mk)
 QUESTION TWO (50 marks)

The following is a worksheet extracted from business Join venders.. They have come
together to do a business of selling computer accessories.
Names Cost Sales Gross Expenditure Reserves Net Remarks
profit profit
Benson 700 350 450
Betwel 400 700 50
Kimwat 200 900 200
Amos 300 1000 300
Tembur 100 500 100
Korir 400 600 40
Towett 600 850 55
Maritim 500 350 70
Kerich 200 350 45
Beney 500 1000 40
Danson 600 900 170
Kones 900 1000 20
Koech 100 800 130

Additional Information.
(a) Gross profit = Sales - Cost
(b) Net profit = gross profit – (expenditure + reserves)
(c) Reserves = 10% gross profit
(d) Remarks are: “very good vendor,” “good vendor” “domain vendor” burden vendor”
“Quite vendor”

REQUIREMENT
(i) Create the workbook and enter the details, save as vendor (15mks)
 (ii) a) Keep the title of the workbook to be JOIN VENDORS and format it to
be bold, font size 14 and align at 200 (4mks)
b)Format the figures in sale column to 2 decimal places (2mks)
c)Insert two rows between Tembur and Korir and enter the records below:
(5mks)
- Name Bii, cost l00, sales 500 and expenditure 10.
- Name Mutai. cost 800. sales 2000 and expenditure 80.
(iii) Use sum function to calculate gross profit for each member (3mks)
(iv) Use product function to calculate reserves for each member (3mks)
(v) Use “IF function” and net profit to analyses the vendors, taking the following
remarks: (6mks)
(a) If net profit >=500, then “very good vendor”
(b) If net profit>400, then “good vendor”
(c) If net profit <= 300, then “domain vendor”
(vi) (a) Use names of the vendor and cost to insert a line graph. keep the
title of the graph to be PRODUCTIVE ANALYSIS, format it
and place it in a
separate sheet. (5mks)
(b) Save the changes as productive analysis (2mks)
(c) Print the “Join vendor” and “productive analysis” including gridlines
(4mks)
NAME……………………………………ADM NO…………………………………

SCHOOL…………………………………..CLASS…………………………………

DATE………………………………………

TOP STUDENT KCSE PREDICTIONS

COMPUTER PAPER 1 SERIES 1 TRIAL 10
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Exams
TIME: (2 ½ HOURS)
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
-Answer all questions in section A.
-Answer question 16 (Compulsory) and any other THREE questions in section B.
-All answers should be written in the spaces provided in the question paper

FOR EXAMINER’S USE ONLY.

SECTION QUESTION CANDIDATE SCORE

A 1-15

B 16

17

18

19

20

TOTAL SCORE
 SECTION A: (40 MARKS)
Answer all the questions in this section
1. A computer should be connected to a stable power supply. Highlight two reasons.
(2marks)
2. (a)Give four characteristics of cathode ray tube monitors. (2
mark)
(b)Name two examples of flat panel display (FPD). (2 marks)
3. Optical storage media are preferred as compared to magnetic media give
four reasons. (2
mark)
4. Many organizations nowadays use in-house developed programs. Highlight
four disadvantages of standard software over in house developed, software. (2
marks)
5. Briefly explain classification of operating system by human computer interface.
(3 marks)
6. Differentiate the following:
(i) Insert mode and type over mode (2 marks)
(ii) Text alignment and indentation.
(2 marks)
7. (a) Explain the functions of the following spreadsheet inbuilt functions.
(i) SUM IF (1 mark)
(ii) COUNT (1 mark)
(b)Explain the following errors as displayed in a spreadsheet cell (2 marks)
i) ####
ii) ## NAME!
iii) ##NUM!
iv)## DIV/O!
8. Controls in database can either be bound or unbound. Explain. (2
marks)
9. State three ways of moving round the page in a desktop publishing window.
(3 marks)
10. Why is it difficult to detect and prevent computer crimes? Give four reasons.
(2 marks)
11. Mrs. Jane decided to use electronic data processing method to analyze her data.
Highlight four
 factors to consider while choosing the method to use. (2 marks)
(a) State two disadvantages of mesh topology. (1 mark)
(b)Name two functions of network operating system. (1 mark)
12. (a) Define the term Artificial Intelligence. (1 mark)
(b)List four areas where artificial intelligence is applicable (2 marks)
13. (a) Give four features of micro computers and ICT in future. (2 marks)
(b)Name two advantages of automated manufacturing. (1 mark)
14. Highlight three type of job opportunities that are available in the field of
computer software.
(3 marks)
SECTION B (60MKS)
Answer question 16 compulsory and any other three questions from this section
I 6. (a) Define the following terms
(i) Structured programming (I mark)
(ii) Constants (I mark)
(iii) Variable (l marks)
b) Distinguish between dummy data and real data as used in system testing
(2 marks)
c)Mr. Etarukot borrowed a loan of 200,000 from Akukuranut cooperative society at
a rate of l0%payable in 2 years flat rate. Draw a flow chart that can be used to
develop a computer program that will keep track of monthly repayments. (5mks)
d)Write the pseudo code for the flowchart in question (c) above. (5mks)
17. (a) Define the term simulation. (1 mark)
(b) Highlight four areas where simulation is applicable. (2
marks)
(c) Give four disadvantages of a good system analyst.
(2 marks)
(d) Name four qualities of a good system analyst. (2
marks)
(e) What do you understand by the term Artificial Neural Network? (2
marks)
(f) Give two features of neural networks. (2
marks)
(g) Explain the following conditions
(i) Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS) (2
marks)
 (ii) Repetitive Stress Injury (RSI) (2
marks)
18. (a) Briefly explain the following terms as used in networking. (2 marks)
(i) Distributed processing. (2 marks)
(ii)Remote communication. (2 marks)
(b) Many people today prefer use of cell phones instead of fixed lines. List four
advantages of cell phones. (2 mark)
(c) Distinguish between logical and physical network topology (2
marks)
(d) A school decided to replace its administration system. The current system
had restricted reporting facilities. The school is considering using parallel
running and direct changeover.
(i) Explain the terms parallel running and direct changeover.
(2 marks)
(ii) Give four disadvantages of direct changeover
(e) Name three tasks carried out during system changeover. (2
marks)
19. a) Give and explain two computational errors committed during data
processing. (2 marks)
(b) Highlight four ways of minimizing threats to data integrity. (2
marks)
(c) Name three risks associated with distributed data processing system.
(3 marks)
(d) Differentiate between logical and physical computer files. (2
marks)
(e) Give two advantages of compiling a program rather than interpreting it.
(2 marks)
(f) Highlight four errors detecting methods used in program development.
(2 marks)
(g) Give four benefits of structural programming. (2 marks)
20. (a) Internet connects millions of computers and telecommunication devices that
have different
software and hardware configurations.
(i) Explain how these devices work together. (2 marks)
(ii) Name four telecommunication devices used. (2 marks)
(b) Outline four ways of preventing piracy with regard to data and information.
(2 marks)
(c) Perform the following operations.
(i) 7ABEX to denary. (2 marks)
(ii) 3710 -1310 using two’s compliment giving your answer to 8 binary
digit. (3 marks)
(d) List and explain the three parts of the window taskbar. (3 marks)
(e) Give two reasons why the hard disk may be partitioned. (1 mark)
NAME……………………………………ADM NO…………………………………

SCHOOL…………………………………..CLASS…………………………………

DATE………………………………………

TOP STUDENT KCSE PREDICTIONS

COMPUTER PAPER 2 SERIES 1 TRIAL 10
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Exams
TIME: (2 ½ HOURS)

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
-Write your name and index number in the spaces provided above.
-Sign and write the date of examination in the spaces provided above.
-Write the name and the version of the software used foe each questions attempted in the
answer sheet
-Answer all the question
-All questions carry equal marks
-Passwords should not be used while saving in the diskette/removable media.
-All answers must be saved in your diskette/removable media
-Make a print out and tie /staple them together
-Hand in all the printout and the diskette/removable media

1. A consultancy firm keeps its details in a computer database. The information below
contains details obtained from two tables of the database. Study the tables and
answer the questions that follow.
EMPLOYEE EMPLOYEE DEPARTMENT JOB SALARY
ID NAME TITLE
7369 Mark Koech Research Clerk 48,000
7499 Philip Meme Sales Sales Salesman 16,000
7521 Mohamed Ali Research Salesman 12,500
7566 Kennedy Operating Manager 39,750
7698 Simiyu Operating Manager 38,500
7782 David Kamau Accounting Manager 34,500
7788 Titus Ole Research Analyst 30,000
7821 Simiani Operations Analyst 25000
John Onyango
Patel Shah

Department table
DEPARTMENT DEPARTMENT LOCATION
CODE NAME
10 Accounting Nairobi
20 Research Nakuru
30 Sales and marketing Mombasa
40 Operations Kisumu

Required
(a) Create a database that can be used to store the above data and save it
as ALMAC in the disk provided.
(l0mks)
(b) Using appropriate key and foreign keys, create a relationship between
the two tables. Enter referential integrity between the tables.
(4mks)
(c) Validate the primary key entry to exactly four and two character for the
employee ID and dept code fields respectively. (4mks)
(d) Create a form for each table and use it to enter records shown in the
tables above. Save the form as employee form and depart form
respectively.(8mks)
(e) It is required that the dates on when the employees were hired be
included in the database. Koech was hired on 10/6/98, Merne in 15/8/96,
 Muhammed in 16/3/96, Onyango on 9/3/03, the rest were hired on 13/3/04.
Insert a new field name it date of hire in the employees table and enter the
records.(8mks)
(f) (i) Create a query that displays employees who were employed after
year 2000. Save the query as LATEST EMPLOYEES.
(8mks)
(ii) Sort latest employees query in ascending order using the employee’s
name. (2mks)
(g) Create a report that dispays the employee name, job title, department, name
and salary, grouped according to location. Save the report as EMPLOYEES
REPORT. (4mks)
(h) Print
(i)Employees and department tables designs
(ii)Employee and department forms
(iii)Latest employees query
(iv)Employees report. (2mks)
2. The following is an extract of soil samples collected from a given agricultural
station in kilograms (KG)

Figure 1

(a) Type the data as it is and save it as KILOGRAMS. (7mks)

(b) (i) Insert two blank rows at the top of the worksheet and type the
heading “Soil in Kilograms (KG) in the first blank row.
(3mks)
(ii)Type the heading “Soil in Kilograms (KG)” into cell B10 (lmk)
(iii)Merge the cells containing each of the headings (4mks)
(c) (i) Copy the names of the stations into cells A13 down the column (3mks)
(ii) Copy the days of the week Mon, Tue... Sun into cells B12 along the row
 (2mks)
(d) Type 32 and 18k into cells B20 and B22 respectively and use them as
cell reference to compute the tones (T) values using the formula T 32 + 18k
where k is the soil samples. (11mks)
(e) Convert all the soil values to one decimal place. (6mks)
(f) (i) Compute the average soil values for each station in both in
kilograms (KG) and in Tonnes (T) in column I
(ii)Convert the average soil to two decimal places.
(iii)Save the worksheet as soil all. (3mks)
(g) Create a pie chart showing the stations and average soil in kilograms (KG).
(4mks)
(h) Print soil all and the pie chart. (2mks)