State the primary function of the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) protocol.
Confidential information about the students is to be stored on the computer system. Explain the measures that can be taken to ensure that such information remains confidential.
- Passwords
- Hierarchy
- Only allow some staff to access student files
- Only some machines able to access
- Physical location of these machines
- Physical lock on machines
- Encrypted data in files
- Firewall if connected to the Internet
Interfaces enable computer users to interact with the operating system.
(a) State four advantages for using a graphical user interface in loading programs and files
(b) A vehicle assembly company has introduced robots to replace the human workforce. State two effects this would have on the workforce
State four advantages for using a graphical user interface in loading programs and files
Or any other correct response
Advantage @ 1 Mark
Total = 4 X 1 Mark
= 4 Marks
A vehicle assembly company has introduced robots to replace the human workforce. State two effects this would have on the workforce
Or any other correct response
Effect @ 1 Mark
Total = 2 X 1 Mark
= 2 Marks
Distinguish between microwave and a radiowave transmission and a microwave transmission (KCSE 2017 PP1)
Microwaves can cover shorter distances. On the contrary, radio waves can travel a long distance. Radio wave is usually propagated through sky mode while microwave uses the line of sight propagation.
Differentiate between Physical and logical topologies
COMPUTER STUDIES 2016 PAPER 1
b) an architectural drawing where precision is required (1mk)
(c ) producing document output for a visually impaired person (1mk)
What is a computer keyboard?
A computer keyboard is an input device used to enter text, characters, and various commands into a computer or other digital devices.
Explain a reason necessitating governments to enact data protection laws