Marking guide

CAPPSIHA MOCK EXAMMINATIONS 2017

Uganda advanced certificate of education
Subsidiary ICT
Paper 1
(S850/1)
2 hours
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDANTES
This paper consists of 20 questions

Answer all the questions

All answers must be written in the spaces provided in this question

paper

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 1. (a) Differentiate between internet and World Wide Web?
(1Marks)

Internet is the global/world wide interconnection of computers or an

international network of computers while World Wide Web (WWW) is
an internet service that provides resources that can be shared by
computers on the internet.

(b) Explain any four requirements for one to connect to the internet.
(4 Marks)

i. internet service provider (ISP)

ii. computer
iii. an account with the ISP
iv. communication device eg modem
v. network interface card
vi. web browser
(A candidate should give the use of each)

2. (i) What is a computer laboratory? (1Mark)

 A computer lab is an organized room where computers are

kept and used from.
(ii) List down any four devices used for maintaining computers in sound
condition. (4 Marks)

i. Blower
ii. Brush
iii. Software CDs
iv. Overhead fun/ air conditioners
v. Protective covers
vi. Soap
vii. Water
viii. Wipers
i. Describe the steps one would take when saving a presentation file with file
name PAUL in a folder created on the desktop. (5 Marks)
i. First click on the office button/ file
ii. Select “save As”
iii. From the dialog box enter file name as PAUL
iv. Then select the location as desktop, then select the
folder or click on new folder to create it.
v. Then select open and finally click on “save”

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ii. (a) What do you understand by the term “removable storage”?

(1Marks)

This refers to external / secondary storage devices which

are keep out of a computer system case such that they are
removed from it after saving work on them.

(b) Give two advantages and disadvantages of removable storage

devices.
Advantages
(2Marks)
i. They are used to transfer work from one computer to another
ii. They can be kept safe away from the computer.
iii. Keeps data safe even when the computer gets a problem
iv. Most of them are plug and play hence easy to use
v. They are portable
vi. They may act as backup storage

Disadvantages (2Marks)
i. They transfer viruses from one computer to another
ii. They can easily be lost.
iii. They are expensive to buy and maintain
iv. Some may not easily be repaired once spoilt

iii. a. Briefly describe one way how ICT can be applied in each of the following
areas. (2 Marks)
i. Education:

a. Through on line studies where people get degree from

their computers
b. Educational research
c. Presentation of content to students using ICT tools like
computers and projectors
d. ICT tools can be used as learning aids
e. Self learning tutorials
f. E-materials
ii. Health:
a. They are used in keeping patient’s records
b. They are used in monitoring patients
c. Carrying out medical tests
d. During diagnosing patients
e. Operation of patients
f. Medical research
g. Creating doctors’ platforms

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 b) Explain the following terms related to file transfer. (2 marks)
i. Copy
This is where part of a file is saved on the computer’s
clipboard and it can be pasted / replicated to another
location, leaving the original file in its location

ii. Move

This is a feature where a file is removed from its original

location, put on the clipboard of the computer and later put
in another location

b. Give any one utility program responsible for transferring files. (1

mark)

File viewer, Dump utility, Merge utility, Copy utility

4. a. Write short notes on the following terms as applied in ICT. (2 Marks)

i. EFT: Electronic funds transfer (EFT) is the electronic exchange,
transfer of money from one account to another, either within a
single financial institution or across multiple institutions,
through computer-based systems

ii. Wi-Fi: This stands for wireless fidelity, it is a technology that

allows an electronic device to exchange data or connect to the
internet wirelessly.

b) Write the names of the following gadgets used in ICT (03 marks)

External HDD Track ball (Mouse) Over head projector

5. Given the types of software in a table below and different tasks they can
accomplish fill in the gaps. (5 marks)
Task Type of software that can be used

Creating documents Ms-Word

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 Presenting information in a
conference Presentation software like Ms-
power point.
Preparing budgets and other Ms-Excel
calculations
Web browsers like internet
explorer
Reading information on the internet
Adobe Photoshop.
Photo editing

6. (a) i). Write ISP in full.

(1Marks)
Internet Service Provider

ii). State any two services offered by the ISPs

(2Marks)
 Providing internet access/connection to people
 Providing IP address to people
 Providing all internet services
 Hosting websites

(b). Explain two factors that leads to a slow down of the internet speed.
(2Marks)

 If heavy materials are transmitted over the internet

 If they’re very many users at the same time
 Number of network data traffic. The higher the traffic the
lower the speed.
 Speed of computers being used
 Bad weather conditions
 The bandwidth of the network
 Type of service provider
 Effect of spyware / viruses

9. (a) Give three services enjoyed by schools with networked computer

Laboratories over those with stand alone computers .
(3Marks)

i. Resources like printers can be shared hence minimize costs

ii. Easy communication
iii. Information sharing
iv. Maximum coordination among workers
v. Saves time since there is no need of moving from your work
station to another for inquiry

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 (b). state the function of each of the following in the process of establishing
a network. (2 marks)

(i). Bridge: A device used to connect two separate Ethernet

networks into one extended Ethernet. Bridges only forward packets
between networks that are destined for the other network

(ii). Firewall: Is software or hardware-based network security system

that controls the incoming and outgoing network traffic based on
applied rule set. A firewall establishes a barrier between a trusted,
secure internal network and another network

10. (a) Define the term computer virus? (1

marks)

This is malicious program designed by malicious people to destroy

files and other programs on the computer.

(b). state two symptoms of a computer viruses. (2 marks)

i. The computer speed reduce

ii. The computer starts freezing
iii. The computer restarts it’s self
iv. Duplication of files
v. Files can be hidden
vi. Files and programs can be deleted
vii. Unusual messages and behavior on screen

c) State any two software programs used for getting rid of the viruses. (2 marks)

i. avast
ii. Avira
iii. Norton
iv. Dr. Solomon
v. AVG
vi. Kaspersky
vii. Smadv
viii. Panda cloud
ix. McAfee
x. Comodo
xi. PC tools antivirus
xii. Clamwin free
xiii. Malware bytes
xiv. Microsoft security essentials

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11. (a). Differentiate between hardcopy and softcopy (2 marks)

Hardcopy refers to print out that’s on paper or any substance that

can be touched and felt while softcopy output is the one in electronic
form which is in the computer or on a storage device of a computer.

(b). State two advantages of softcopy over hardcopy. (2 marks)

i. Can be edited easily to any format you want.

ii. It is portable thus easy to store and transfer on a small media
iii. Soft copy can easily be transferred on a network without
moving.
iv. Can even be stored online in space and it remains safe.
(c). state one device that can be used to convert hard copy into softcopy.
(1 mark)

Scanner
12. (a). Distinguish between worm booting and cold booting? (2 marks)

Worm booting is the restarting of the computer which was originally

on while cold booting is the starting of the computer from the wall
socket which was originally off.

(b). Describe three situations which may require a computer user to perform a
worm boot. (3 marks)

i. When the computer freeze while using it.

ii. After installing software
iii. After uninstalling a software
iv. After scanning the disk
v. When you meet a strange situation like opening what you can’t
close
vi. After installing hardware

13. Sserubaale wants to start up his computer from the wall socket. Describe
the step-by-step process His computer will take in order to show up the desktop.
(5 marks)

i. Pressing the power switch of the computer

ii. The computer first goes through a power on reset, where it
supplies power to all the connected parts
iii. It goes to power on self test (POST) to check the availability of
all the connected peripherals. Here it gives messages (audio or
visual on screen) in case of any problem, and possible solutions.

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 iv.If no problem, it loads the operating system into the main
memory.
v. It finally displays the screen and icons ie an interface between
the user and the computer, ready for Sserubaale to use it.
14. (a) Give any two examples of database management programs. (2 marks)

- Microsoft access SQL server

- Claris file marker pro Progress
D-base Ingress
Fox pro Informix
Paradox Oracle
Sybase

(b) Briefly explain three advantages of computerized database management

over the manual database management systems. (3 marks)

i.
There is reduction of data redundancy
ii.
There is enhancement of data integrity
iii.
The program has data dependence
iv.
There is improved data access
v.
There is a reduction of costs through reduction in data
duplication
vi. Easy to store
vii. Saves desk and shelf space
viii. Eases sharing of data
15. Describe any two circumstances under which computers can be harmful to a
human being. (2 marks)

i.
Prolonged use of computers may lead to fatigue
ii.
The light from computer monitors harm the eyes
iii.
The electromagnetic waves from the computers are sources of
cancer
iv. Some people have become computer addicts and are mentally
ill
v. Watching pornography
vi. Family neglect due to social media
vii. Wastage of time
(b). Give three advantages of using computers rather than relying on nurses only
in a hospital. (3 marks)

I. Computers are more accurate than human beings

II. Computers do not get tired so can work 24-7 unlike nurses
III. Computers are cheaper than human beings
IV. Easy and accurate in managing medical databases
V. Efficient in carrying out physiological monitoring.
VI. Computers cannot be bribed

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16. List down three advantages and two disadvantages of using
electronic spreadsheets.

Advantages (3 marks)
i. It is easy to make changes in data in a spreadsheet
ii. The rest of the work in the cells is recalculated on auto filling
iii. Operation is very fast due to the use of inbuilt functions and macros
iv. Calculations are always accurate given correct data and formulae
v. The data in the charts is automatically updated on update of the
data
Disadvantages (2 marks)

i. It requires thorough knowledge to use some of the inbuilt

functions
ii. An error from one item can be carried on for all calculated
and related data
iii. Without a computer, one cannot use a spread sheet
iv. There are various spreadsheet programs that may require different
skills, so an expert in one may not be in the other
v.
17. (a) Define the following terms as applied in DBMS (3 marks)

i. Primary key:
This is a unique identifier of elements in a database
ii. Record:
This is a single row representing a single entry in a database.

iii. Field: This is a particular column that contains uniform entries in a

database.

(b). Give any two reasons as to why a company which has adapted to an
electronic database management system should continue keeping the manual
filling system. (2 marks)

i. It does not require computer skills among workers.

ii. It’s cheap to run
iii. It is free from computer related risks
iv. It can provide a backup for the computer system
v. It can provide/capture the primary information to the computer
system.
vi.

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18. Define the following terms as applied in ICT. (3 marks)

i. Hacking:
This is the intelligent illegal access of some ones computer system or
website after modifying the access rights or password or codes
ii. Cracking:
This is the act of illegally entering into some ones computer system
by removing the password or this is the act of breaking using
gueswork

Piracy: This refers to unauthorized duplication and use of

computer software

(b). Give any two ways of preventing software piracy in developing countries like
Uganda. (2 marks)
i. Use of code key
ii. Use of license keys
iii. Enforcing copyright laws
iv. prosecute the pirates

19. (a). Computer software can be classified into two major classes. Briefly
describe them. (2 marks)

i. System software: This is the branch of software basically designed

for general operation of the computer.
ii. Application software: This is the software designed for specific
tasks of the user.
(b).Briefly explain any three functions of the operating system. (3 marks)

i. Loading of programs and data files from the secondar y storage

to the memory when required.
ii. Control of hardware resources of a computer by allocating the
use of peripheral devices for example input, output, storage
and processing devices.
iii. Protects hardware, software and data from improper use.
iv. Controls and interprets keyboard, mouse and other inputs.
v. Controls the computer systems security for example by
monitoring the use of passwords.
vi. It provides a computer user with an interface that enables him
or her to easily manage, cont rol and operate a computer.
vii. It checks whether hardware is working properly, equipment
malfunctioning and displays error handling and correct
messages.
viii. Keeping track and furnishing a complete record of all that
happens during the processing.
ix. Responsible for starting a computer

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 x. Provides a means to establish web connections and some
include a web browser and e-mail program.
xi. Responsible for administering security where administrators
establish user accounts that require a user name and password
to access a computer system.
xii. Responsible for managing and moni toring directories and files
stored and the disks.
20. List any five advantages of a monitor over a printer. (5 marks)

i. A monitor can allow a user make corrections before giving the

final output.
ii. Monitor’s cost of maintenance is low compared to that of the
printer
iii. The monitor is cheaper than a printer
iv. Most monitors are plug_and_play yet most printers require
software installation which is tedious.
v. Monitors give their output faster than printers. END

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