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Computer Studies Revision FORM 1 Section A 2
computer science (Njonjo Girls High School)
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CUTE MINDS SERIES
FORM 1 COMPUTER STUDIES REVISION QUESTIONS TOPICAL
INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS
1. Distinguish between special and embedded computers (2mks)
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2. State the computer generation where the following technology was used to develop them. (2mks)
a. Very large integrated circuits…………………………………………………
b. Thermionic valves (vacuum tubes) …………………………………………..
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d. Parallel architecture …………………………………………………………
3. State two ways of minimizing the effects of radiation from the display screen. (2mks)
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4. a. Define a microcomputer. (1mk)
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b. What is the use of BIOS in a computer system? (1mk)
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COMPUTER LABORATORY
1. Define the following terms (3 Marks)
i) Computer Laboratory
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2. As a student was entering into a computer laboratory he realized that he had broken three rules that a student
should observe while getting in. As a captain remind him on any two rules that he should have observed while
getting into the laboratory. (2Marks)
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3. State two practices to be observed in order to ensure the safety of the computer user. (2mks)
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4. State three risks posed by improper cabling in a computer laboratory (3mks)
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OUTPUT DEVICES
1. IEBC is a company in Kenya that deals with printing geographical maps. As a computer technician which
type of an output device would you advice them to acquire? (1Mark)
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2. State any two types of flat screen monitors (1Mark)
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INPUT DEVICES
1. i) Scanners are categorized based on the technology used in capturing data. Name them: (1Mark)
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ii) Distinguish between a touch screen and an interactive board (2Marks)
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2. State the function of the following keys on the computer key board (2mks)
(a) Insert…………………………………………………………………………………….
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(b) Delete……………………………………………………………………………………
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3. State the functions of the following keyboard key combinations:
(a) CTRL + ESC: ……………………………………………………………………………
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(C) CTRL + ALT + DEL :……………………………………………………………………..
CENTRAL PROCESSING UNIT(CPU)
1. State the three parts of the processor (3mks)
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2. State two functions of the arithmetic and logic unit of the computer (2mks)
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3. a)Differentiate between buffers and registers with reference to special purpose memories 2mks)
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b) Briefly describe two types of registers. (1mk)
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SECONDARY STORAGE DEVICES
1. List three uses of DVDs. (3mks)
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2. Give the difference between Optical tape and Optical Card (2 Marks)
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3. State two disadvantages of magnetic tapes over compact disks (2mks)
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4. Explain two ways through which data loss can be prevented on magnetic media especially hard disk. (2mks)
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5. Use the statement below to answer the questions that follow:
A COMPUTER IS AN ELECTRONIC DEVICE THAT PROCESSES DATA “RAW FACTS”
INTO MEANINGFUL INFORMATION UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF STORED
PROGRAMS.
a. Find the storage capacity in MBs occupied by the above statement if a compact disk was used
to store the information. (3mks)
b. Calculate the free space left in the disk. (2mks)
SOFTWARE
1. (a) Define portability as used in software selection. (1mk)
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(b) List four ways of acquiring software in an organization. (2mks)
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2. a) Your father has sent you to assist him buy computer software from Mitsimu Computers in Nairobi. As a
computer student how will you explain the meaning of the following terms before acquiring the software and
how will it help you acquire the best software? (2 Marks)
i. Authenticity
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ii. Compatibility
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3. a. What is meant by the term suite as used in application programs. (2mks)
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b. List two programs under the Microsoft Office Suite. (1mk)
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OUTPUT DEVICES
1. Identify the appropriate computer output device suitable in each of the following tasks:
a. Generating receipts where carbon copies are required…………………………….. (1mk)
b. An architectural drawing where precision is required ………………………………(1mk)
c. Producing document output for a visually impaired person…………………………..(1mk)
3. State four input/output devices found at the electronic point of sale. (4mks)
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4. Differentiate between hardware and software portability. (2mks)
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5. A certain printer uses a beam to create an image on a rotating drum. As the beam hits the drum, some
regions attract ink toner particles. The toners is then fused onto a piece of paper.
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a. State the name of this type of printer and indicate whether it is an impact or non-impact
printer. (2mks)
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b. List two advantages of using the printer mentioned in a. above. (2mks)
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6. Name two devices that can be connected to a system unit using VGA interfacing (1 Mark)
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OPERATING SYSTEMS
1. a)What meant by the term user-friendly as used in software development? (2MKS)
b) Distinguish between the terms single-tasking and multi-user as used in
operating systems (2mks)
2. List and explain three types of user interfaces. (6 mks)
3. Describe the following categories of software:
i) Firmware (1mk)
ii) Proprietary software (1mk)
4. Name the two latest operating systems from Microsoft corporation ( 2 mks)
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5. Explain any four functions of an operating system software ( 8 mks)
6. What is an interrupt?
7. Giving an example in each case, explain the following types of operating systems
(a) Single – user / single tasking
(b) Multi- User/ Multi- tasking
8. A computer user may interact with a computer either through Graphical User Interface (GUI) or
though typed commands
(a) Give one advantage of using GUI based operating system over a command line interface.
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(b) Some computer systems still use command line interfaces. State two advantages of command line
interface.
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9. What is a deadlock in reference to operating systems?
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