• Object code refers to a program in machine language while source code to a program in a high level language that must be translated to object code for it to be machine readable

(i) Crop - used when handling a graphic and there is a need to remove some of the portions in the graphic

(ii)Transparency - used when there is a need to make background of a graphic visible

give uninterrupted path through the system of linked traffic lights/
green link - wave
turn all lights to red
activate emergency generator
alarm

The following are some of the possible definitions:

It is system software designed to help the users to analyse, configure, optimize, or maintain a computer

System software that helps maintain the proper and smooth functioning of a computer system

Examples include antivirus software, Disk clean-up tools, disk defragmenters, backup software, etc

• camera film speed, position (end of film), distance, light
• washing machine amount of water, speed of wash/temperature/time
• fridge temperature, display panel
• air conditioning temperature, timing, display pane

• Serial is the transmission of data one bit at a time/through one wire
• Parallel is the transmission of data more than one bit at a time/many wires
• Simplex is the transmission of data in one direction only
• Duplex is the transmission of data in both directions simultaneously

• has a significantly larger address pool than previous version
• features a client-side address assignment
• has built-in encryption
• enables one device to have many network addresses

download speed :
– speed at which information/data is transferred FROM server/Internet
– speed at which information/data is transferred TO the user’s computer
upload speed :
– speed at which information/data is transferred FROM user’s computer
– speed at which information/data is transferred TO the Internet/server

Modulation refers to the process of converting a digital signal to analog signal at the transmission end while demodulation is to converting analog signal to digital signal at the receiving end

Convert the HTML into a webpage which is rendered on the screen

• Standards specify a set of rules for hardware and/or software used in network communications. Because all manufacturers must adhere to the standards when manufacturing network hardware or software, it means that all devices should be able to communicate, regardless of manufacturer.

• It covers many aspects that will be used to decide whether to go ahead with the project or not.
• The main components are technical, operational, economic, legal and scheduling.

Enrolment:
- Data input on line
- Individual records validated
- Speed mismatch implications
- Indexes updated immediately
Exam grades:
- Data input twice
- Off line
- Run as a batch
- At otherwise downtime

ROM stores BIOS / bootstrap / start-up 

RAM stores currently executing programs and data

1.State two reasons for the increased use of laptop computers in government offices. [2]

They are small and fit in a small storage space

They are light weight hence can be carried to areas where their services are required

The monitor, system unit, keyboard units are integrated together

Easy to share

Have rechargeable battery

Have low power consumption

2.Computer network technicians prefer to use command-line based operating systems when configuring networks. State three reasons for the preference. [3]

Do not take up a lot of memory

Have direct access to most hardware devices/provide complete control during configuration

Cheaper to acquire as some are freeware/shareware

Faster to execute commands

Difficult to hack/more secure

More stable

3.State three measures that should be put in place in a computer laboratory to safeguard users’ health. [3]

• All power cables must be insulated and hidden from users
• Furniture used must be of standard
• Room should have adequate lighting
• No overcrowding
• Monitor should be fitted with anti glare
• Avoid dust
• Avoid slippery floor
• Avoid bright coloured walls
• Promote use of ergonomic devices

4.State three ways in which barcode readers may be used in schools. [3]

Take inventory of items

Transactions in the school library

Keep track of movement of goods

Track students in and out of school

Used to register roll call

5.State three advantages of flat panel monitors over cathode ray tube monitors as used in computers.                                                                                                                     [3]

• Compact and light/portable/less bulky/occupy less space
• Consume less power
• Low angle distortion
• Improved color depth
• Higher resolution
• Have less radiation
• Produce less heat

6.State three possible reasons for the extinction of daisy wheel printers in the market. [3]

• Slow
• Noisy
• Lack of graphic support
• Monochrome printer
• Supported on font type and size

7.State three ways in which an operating system secures a computer system.             [3]

• User authentication
• Secure user accounts with privileges
• Encryption of data
• Keeping log files
• Auto backup and auto recovery features
• Inbuilt antivirus

8.A law firm prefers to use hard copy output when handling documents for legal matters. State two reasons for this preference.                                                            [2]

• Can be used without electricity
• Can serve as physical evidence/exhibit
• Not easy to change content without leaving evidence
• No need of computer knowledge

9.State the function of each of the following feature in a word processor

a. Thesaurus                                                                                                                    [1]

Feature that suggests words with similar or opposite meanings to the selected word

b. Comments                                                                                                                   [1]

Feature that allows a user to attach remarks

10. With the aid of an example, explain the term multi-level list as used in word processing.                                                                                                                [3]

1. Chapter 10
   1. Summary
      1. xxxxxxxx

Formatting style that shows listed items at different level instead of using one line

11. Distinguish between real-time operating system and distributed operating system. [3]

Accept answers based on data processing concept

12. Explain the function of protect sheet feature in a spreadsheet program.                   [2]

A tool/feature that prevents unwanted changes to the spreadsheet. Requires a user to key in a password inorder to make changes

13. State four computer based careers introduced as a result of computerized data processing method at the airport.                                                                                     [2]

• System analysts
• Web designers
• Network administrators
• Network technicians
• Programmers
• Database Administrators

NB/ Accept any computer based career

14. In a spreadsheet, the formula = If(A1>10,A1*77,A1*50) is entered in a cell. Interpret the results.                                                                                                                        [3]

Checks the value in cell A1if it is more than 10, if the comparison is true then the outcome of the value in cell multiplied by 77 is displayed, else if it is false the results of the value in cell A1 multiplied by 50 are displayed.

15. State a stage in systems development cycle where each of the following activities are carried out:

a. Identifying the technologies that may be used in a proposed system.                       [1]

Accept any sub stage within system analysis e.g. requirement specification, problem definition, information gathering, etc

b. Identifying shortcomings of a system.                                                                       [1]

All stages of system development

c. Preparing the system migration plan.                                                                          [1]

Implementation stage

• hexadecimal is easier (for humans) to read (than binary);
• numbers are displayed in a more compact way (in hexadecimal than in binary);
• it is quicker to type in (hexadecimal numbers than binary numbers);
• it reduces the risk of typing errors (in hexadecimal numbers than binary numbers);

• Reads the data/packet to find the recipient's address 
• Has physical connections to >=2 different networks
• Holds a routing table
• Stores information about (IP) addresses 
• Keeps packets inside a network by not forwarding them 
• Forwards data / directs/forwards/sends packets 
• Chooses the most efficient path to the next node

• It prevents unauthorised access into the network (by checking IP/MAC address/packet content);
•  It prevents unauthorised transmissions from inside the network to external locations;
•  It monitors network traffic;
• It makes sure that only the right/authorised traffic is allowed;
• It opens/closes ports as necessary;