The following are differences between analog computers and digital computers. EXCEPT?

Modern computers such as desktops, laptops, tablets are analog computers

State two types of form factors of a system unit. Choose two

Desktop type form factor, Tower type form factor

State the main difference between a supercomputer and a mainframe computer?

Mainframe uses its power to execute many programs concurrently, Supercomputers channels all its power into executing few programs fast

The following is true about a General purpose computer. Which one is FALSE?

They are capable of supporting a single task

The following statements is true about CENTRAL PROCESSING UNIT. Which one is NOT?

It is used to save data for future use

Refered to as father of computers because he invented a machine that resembles the computers we know today? WHO IS HE?

Charles Babage - Difference and Analytical engine

The following is true about PASCALINE MACHINE. Which one is NOT?

Its origin is attributed to Chinese and Babylonians in 500 BC

The following are characteristics of first computer generation. Which one is NOT?

Incorporated Artificial Intelligence as a technology

Quantities such as pressure, speed, weight, voltage are examples of?

Continuous data processed by analog computers

The following is true about a MOUSE. Which one is FALSE?

Helps the users to type their work

Explain the emerging trends in microcomputers? SELECT THREE

Portable computer are more costly due to efficient and advanced technology, They are becoming smaller and smaller while increasing processing speed, The smaller and portable the device is, the more expensive it is

The following statements is true about STAND-ALONE COMPUTER. Which one is NOT?

Stand alone is a computer that is connected to a network

The following is true about HISTORICAL DEVELOPMENT OF COMPUTERS. Which one is FALSE?

Laptops and smartphones were used 5000 years ago

The following is true about HARDWARE. Which one is FALSE?

A shop that sells building goods

The following are examples of MICROCOMPUTERS. Which one is NOT?

Leg top - A computer designed to be placed on top of the legs

State two reasons why a computer is regarded to as an electronic device? Choose two

It is made up of electric components which requires power to operate, It uses electric power to function

The following are the reasons as two why Microcomputers have become very popular? EXCEPT?

Largest compared to supercomputers, mainframe, and Minicomputer

The following is true about DESKTOP FORM FACTOR. EXCEPT?

Stands tall and monitor sits separate

The following are CHARACTERISTICS OF INFORMATION. EXCEPT?

Biased - should fabour some people

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Ms Paint, Microsoft word, notepad, adobe reader, vlc player, WordPad are examples of?
Hardware
Software
Information
Data
2
Type or form in which data is represented in a computer?
Type
Analog
Functionality
Form
3
Physical characteristics, size and dimensions of a system unit is referred to as?
Features of a system unit
Form factor of a system unit
Size factor of a system unit
Dimension of a sytem unit
4
Part of a computer that houses internal components of a computer. Also called computer case or chassis?
System unit
Room
House
Mouse
5
A socket/connector on the system unit where peripheral devices connect to?
Opening
Socket
Ports
Holes
6
Devices used to produce and display information from the computer after processing?
Storage devices
Processing devices
Input devices
Output devices
7
Data represented in form of 0's or 1's is called?
Letter digits
Binary digits
01 number
Number digits
8
Two or more computers connected together for the purpose of sharing data, communication and resource sharing is called?
Connected computer
Computer network
Stand alone computer
Sharing computer
9
Made of a rectangular frame carrying rods and pebbles for counting. Pebbles above the middle rod has a value of five?
Abacus
Difference engine
Pascaline machine
Slide rule
10
Processed data directly useful in decision making. Meaningful to the user? Refers to?
Data
Information
Hardware
Programs
11
The following are differences between analog computers and digital computers. EXCEPT?
Analog are faster than digital but digital results are more accurate
Modern computers such as desktops, laptops, tablets are analog computers
Analog computers lack internal memory where digital coms have internal mem
Modern computers such as desktops, laptops, tablets are digital computers
12
State two types of form factors of a system unit. Choose two
Desktop type form factor
Tower type form factor
Factor type form factor
Tall form factor
13
State the main difference between a supercomputer and a mainframe computer?
Supercomputer uses its power to execute many programs concurrently
Mainframe channels all its power into executing few programs fast
Mainframe uses its power to execute many programs concurrently
Supercomputers channels all its power into executing few programs fast
14
The following is true about a General purpose computer. Which one is FALSE?
They can be programmed and reprogrammed to perform a variety of tasks
They are general purpose because they can store and execute different s/w
They are capable of supporting a single task
Capable of performing a wide variety of tasks
15
Hardware parts found inside the system unit can be refered to as?
Peripheral devices
Onboard devices
Part devices
Devices
16
A general purpose computer that is committed to a specific task but is capable of performing a variety of tasks?
Dedicated computer
Purpose computer
Specific computer
Committed computer
17
The following statements is true about CENTRAL PROCESSING UNIT. Which one is NOT?
It is the brain of a computer and its found inside the system unit
It has two main parts Control Unit (CU) and Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU)
Also known as processor or microprocessor and is used for processing data
It is used to save data for future use
18
Refered to as father of computers because he invented a machine that resembles the computers we know today? WHO IS HE?
Charles Babage - Difference and Analytical engine
William Oughtred - Difference and Analytical Engine
Blaise Pascal - Difference and Analytical engine
Charles Babbage - Abacus and Slide Rule
19
Specialist who writes, tests, debug and implement new software IS REFERRED TO AS?
Computer Teacher
Writer
Author
Computer Programmer
20
Supercomputer, Mainframe Computer, Minicomputer, Microcomputer are ways of classifying computers according to?
Functionality
Smell
Cost
Physical size
21
The following is true about PASCALINE MACHINE. Which one is NOT?
Consisted of a series of gears with ten teeth each, representing 0-9
Also know as numerical wheel calculator and it was a brass rectangular box
Its origin is attributed to Chinese and Babylonians in 500 BC
Invented by Blaise Pascal to aid in perfoming addition and subtraction
22
The following are various PHYSICAL PARTS THAT MAKES UP A COMPUTER. Which one is NOT?
Keyboard and mouse
System unit/case/chassis
Abacus
Monitor/screen/VDU
23
The following are characteristics of first computer generation. Which one is NOT?
Incorporated Artificial Intelligence as a technology
They broke down frequently due to excessive heat generated
Magnetic drum was used as mem and I/O used was punched cards and pape tapes
Very limited memory of appro 2 Kbs and low processing speed of appr 10 KIPS
24
The following are various FUNCTIONS OF A COMPUTER. Which one is NOT?
Output function
Input function and output function
Processing function
Information function
25
Gradual development of computers due hardware and software changes of a period of time is referred to?
Computer future
Computer past
Computer History
Computer Generation
26
Refers to the largest, fastest, most expensive and powerful type of computer. This refers to?
Mainframe Computer
Supercomputer
Microcomputer
Minicomputer
27
Quantities such as pressure, speed, weight, voltage are examples of?
Continuous data processed by digital computers
Discrete data processed by analog computers
Continuous data processed by analog computers
Continuous data processed by digital computers
28
Processes data that is discrete in nature known as digital data, which has only two states, 0's and 1's? Refers to?
Hybrid computers
Digital computers
Anadigital computer
Analog computers
29
The following is true about a MOUSE. Which one is FALSE?
It controls the movement of an arrow displayed on the screen
A pointing device that enables the user to execute commands by clicking
Users moves a mouse and then presses a button
Helps the users to type their work
30
Explain the emerging trends in microcomputers? SELECT THREE
Portable computer are more costly due to efficient and advanced technology
The smaller and portable the device is, the more cheaper it is
They are becoming smaller and smaller while increasing processing speed
The smaller and portable the device is, the more expensive it is
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The following statements is true about STAND-ALONE COMPUTER. Which one is NOT?
Data can be transferred from one computer to another using storage devices
A microcomputer that is independent and is not connected to a network
It does not need to receive or give out anything to other computers
Stand alone is a computer that is connected to a network
32
Devices used to enter data into the computer are referred to as?
Storage devices
Output devices
Processing devices
Input devices
33
Device that enables the users to enter data and instructions to a computer through typing?
Screen
Mouse
System unit
Keyboard
34
Computers can store and execute different software to accomplish various tasks? This refers to
Programmable
Electronic
Execution
Storage
35
Ancient/early computing tools used to solve mathematical problems ARE REFERRED TO AS?
Modern computer
Ago computer
Mechanical computers
Ancient computer
36
Computers can perform calculations within seconds that human being would take hours to complete. Name the characteristic
Versatile
Speed
Reliable
Accuracy
37
The following is true about HISTORICAL DEVELOPMENT OF COMPUTERS. Which one is FALSE?
Mechanical devices such as abacus, slide rule, Napier bones were invented
History of computers can be divided into pre-electronic age and com generat
Mechanical devices were used to solve mathematical problems
Laptops and smartphones were used 5000 years ago
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A special purpose computer that is implemented as part of a larger system?
Embedded computer
Purpose computer
Committed computer
Specific computer
39
Referred to as small-scale mainframe computer because it resembles the mainframe computer. Refers to?
Supercomputers
Mainframe Computer
Microcomputers
Minicomputers
40
The following is true about HARDWARE. Which one is FALSE?
Parts that are electrical, mechanical or electronic
These are tangible/physical components of a computer
Monitor, mouse, CPU, Harddisk, system unit are examples of hardware
A shop that sells building goods
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Computers can perform a wide variety of tasks? This refers to which characteristic?
Diligent
Versatile
Memory
Reliable
42
The following are examples of MICROCOMPUTERS. Which one is NOT?
Desktop Computer - A Computer designed to be placed on top of a desk
Palmtop - Designed to be placed on top of a palm and can fit in ones pocket
Leg top - A computer designed to be placed on top of the legs
Laptop - A portable computer designed to be placed on top of a lap
43
A computer designed to be used by one person at a time IS REFERRED TO AS?
One computer
Personal computer
Solo computer
Private computer
44
State two reasons why a computer is regarded to as an electronic device? Choose two
It is made up of plastic components that requires power to function
It is made up of water and requires power
It is made up of electric components which requires power to operate
It uses electric power to function
45
Computers have in-built memory used to store and retrieve large amount of data. Name the characteristic?
Fast
Accuracy
Memory
Speed
46
Comp has high degree of accuracy regardless of the number of times a calculation is performed. Name the characteristics?
Speed
Memory
Accuracy
Reliable
47
The following are the reasons as two why Microcomputers have become very popular? EXCEPT?
They are cheaper than Minicomputer, mainframe and supercomputer
They are very fast in terms of processing speed
Largest compared to supercomputers, mainframe, and Minicomputer
Small in size and consumes less power
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The following is true about DESKTOP FORM FACTOR. EXCEPT?
Less support to expansion due to limited space, drive bays and slots
The monitor is placed on top of the system unit hence occupying less space
Horizontal measurements is larger than vertical measurements
Stands tall and monitor sits separate
49
Pressing and releasing the left mouse button is referred to as?
Pressing
Buttoning
Clicking
Releasing
50
Software/programs that run on smartphones and tablets IS REFERRED TO AS?
Hardware
Mobile software
Information
Mobile apps
51
The following are CHARACTERISTICS OF INFORMATION. EXCEPT?
Relevant - can be useful for decision making purposes by organizations
Timely - communicated on time
Accurate - should be correct to details
Biased - should fabour some people
52
Set of instructions that guide a computer on how to accomplish a task?
Hardware
Software
Data
Information
53
The following are ways of classifying a computer according to functionality. EXCEPT?
Analog computers - processes data that is continuous in nature
Dedicated computer - Process data that is dedicated in nature
Hybrid computers - Combines features of analog (speed) and digital (memory
Digital computers - processes data that is discrete in nature
54
Process of writing new programs using appropriate programming language is referred to as?
Computer Programming
Software languages
Author languages
Writers languages
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Computer programs are written by programmers using languages called?
Programming languages
Software languages
Author languages
Writers languages
56
A microprocessor is a type of processing unit that integrates main memory, Arithmetic Logic Unit and Control unit?
True
False
57
The following statements is true about ABACUS. Which one is NOT?
Consists of frame, crossbar, beads
It was invented by John Napier
Pebble above middle rod has a value of 5 and below the rod has a value of 1
It was used for solving arithmetic calculations
58
The following is true about a MONITOR. Which one is NOT?
It is a television like device used for displaying information to users
It enables the user to print documents
It is also know as screen or visual display unit
It is called a monitor because it enables the user to see whats going on
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Invented by William Oughtred to perform mathematical calculation using logarithms.
Abacus
Difference engine
Pascaline machine
Slide rule
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The following is true about DIFFERENCE AND ANALYTICAL ENGINE. Which one is NOT?
Difference Engine was designed first to solve complex calculations
Difference engine could perform differential equations and was steam power
Analytical engine design included capabilities of modern computers
Both machines were invented by Blaise Pascal
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State three ways of classifying a computer? Which one is NOT?
According to purpose
According to functionality
According to generation
According to physical size
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Device used to simplify division and multiplication. Consisted wooden rods. Invented by John Napier. Refers to?
Difference engine
Abacus
Pascaline machine
Napier bones
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External / Physical devices that connect to the system unit through connectors known as ports?
Unit devices
Peripheral devices
Connector devices
Port devices
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Computers that combine both features of analog such as speed and digital computers such as internal storage?
Combined computer
Hybrid computers
Joined computer
Analog computers
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The following is true about MICROCOMPUTERS. EXCEPT?
Smallest, cheapest, and least powerful type of computer
They acquire names according to where they are placed for users to operate
They are called so because their processing unit is a microprocessor
They are the most expensive, largest and most powerful
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According to size, it's name comes from the fact that all units, processing and communication are hung on a frame?
Microcomputer
Super computer
Mainframe Computer
Minicomputer
67
The following are Characteristics of Supercomputers. EXCEPT?
Kept in a special room fitted with special cooling system that absorb heat
Mainly used for weather forecasting, fluid dynamics, nuclear energy researc
Accomodates multiple processors to perform parallel processing
Found on school to assist learners with computers studies
68
Transformation/convertion of raw data into meaningful information by the CPU IS REFERRED TO AS?
Data processing
Data conversation
Information processing
CPU processing
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Hardware parts whether inside the system unit or on outside can be refered to as?
Devices
Peripheral devices
Onboard devices
Part devices
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Computer hardware can be grouped into various categories. Which one is NOT?
Processing device
Input and output devices
Storage devices
Data devices
71
A computer can perform repetitive or routine tasks without getting bored, tired, fatigued. Name the characteristics?
Fatigue
Diligent
Versatile
Memory
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All microcomputers are designed to be STAND-ALONE COMPUTER or a WORKSTATION. Select two correct explanations?
A workstation is a personal computer that is connected to a network
Stand alone is a computer that is not connected to a network
Workstation is a computer that is not connected to a network
Stand-alone is a personal computer that is connected to a network
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In size, it's the second largest, less powerful, less costly than supercomputer. Found on banks, airlines and hospital?
Mainframe Computer
Minicomputer
Microcomputer
Microcomputer
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Output devices produces information from the computer? State two types of output. Choose two?
Hardcopy output which can be seen, listened to, but not touched
Hard copy output which is produced on a paper and can be touched
Soft copy output which is produced on a paper and can be touched
Softcopy output which can be seen, listened to, but not touched
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The following are ways of classifying computers according to purpose and explanations. CHOOSE TWO?
General purpose - Performs a wide variety of operations with different s/w
Special purpose - Performs a wide variety of operations with different s/w
General purpose computer - Designed to perform a specific function
Special purpose computer - Designed to perform a specific function
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Calculators, digital watches, ATMs, play station, cell phone are examples of?
Examples Computer
Special purpose computers
Hybrid Computer
General purpose computers
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The following are FUNCTIONS/FEATURES OF A SYSTEM UNIT. Which one is NOT?
Provides ports for peripheral devices to connect to
Provides power button for users to start a computer
Houses the internal components of a computer
Helps the users to save a document
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An electronic device that accepts data, processes that data to give out information? THIS REFERS TO?
Definition of a Computer
Definition of a Wheelbarrow
Definition of Abacus
Defination of information
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According to size, they are mainly used for individual tasks and used by one person at a time.
Microcomputer
Supercomputer
Mainframe Computer
Minicomputer
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The following is true about TOWER TYPE FORM FACTOR. Which one is NOT?
It stands tall and horizontal measurements is larger than vertical
It stands tall and vertical measurements larger than horizontal
The monitor sits separately from the system unit hence occupying more space
Can be placed on the floor and has a room for expansion due to space inside
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Raw facts or figures such as numbers, letters and symbols that has no meaning to the user?
Software
Data
Information
Hardware

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