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Computer Application 1 Theory 2025

This document is an examination paper for Computer Applications 1 (Theory) for the year 2025, consisting of six questions from which candidates must answer four. The questions cover various topics related to computer systems, software classification, operating systems, and internet services. The paper is structured to assess knowledge in computer definitions, classifications, functions, and practical considerations in a computer lab setting.

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Computer Application 1 Theory 2025

This document is an examination paper for Computer Applications 1 (Theory) for the year 2025, consisting of six questions from which candidates must answer four. The questions cover various topics related to computer systems, software classification, operating systems, and internet services. The paper is structured to assess knowledge in computer definitions, classifications, functions, and practical considerations in a computer lab setting.

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COMPUTER APPLICATIONS 1 (THEORY)

YEAR 2025 TIME: 2 HOURS

Regional College of Management & Accountancy


INFORMATION COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY

MODULE 1
COMPUTER APPLICATIONS 1 (THEORY)

Paper I
2 hours

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
This paper consists of SIX questions.
Answer any FOUR of the SIX questions in the answer booklet provided.
All questions carry equal marks.
Candidate should answer the questions in English.This paper consists of 5 printed pages

Candidates should check the question paper to ascertain that all the
pages are printed as indicated and that no questions are missing.

©2025 Regional College of Management & Accountancy Turn over


QUESTION ONE (Total Marks – 30)
a) Define the following terms as used in computers (5marks)
i. Computer
ii. Data
iii. Internet
iv. Scanner
v. CPU
b) Giving examples describe two types of inputs and output devices each (4marks)
c) Name and describe the basic elements that make up a computer system (6marks)
d) With the aid of a diagram explain the classification of computer software (10marks)
e) Explain five application areas of computers (5marks)

QUESTION 2 (Total Marks – 20)


a) list six factors or criterion that can distinguish various classification of computers (6marks)
b) Name and describe generation of computers citing their key features (8marks)
c) Name and describe three number system as used in data presentation in a computer (6marks)

QUESTION 3 (Total Marks – 20)


a) Describe two classification of computer by Purpose (4marks)
b) Name and differentiate the types of computer that are classified as per the data they accept as
input and process (6marks)
c) Name and explain the five services offered by the Internet (10marks)

QUESTION 4 (Total Marks – 20)


a) list the five main functions of operating systems in computer (5marks)
b) Describe five precautions that should be taken while using computers in computer lab
(5marks)
c) List steps that you can follow to do the following (4marks)
i. Start a program
ii. Shutdown the computer
d) With aid of a diagram describe what is a CPU (6marks)

QUESTION 5 (Total Marks – 20)


a) List six factors to consider when choosing the following (1) computer software and (2)
hardware(6marks)
b) Define the term Registers as used in computers and explain three types of registers (6marks)
c) Describe what is an email and state 3 advantages and 3 disadvantages (8marks)

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