Bacj 112:Computer Literacy And Skills Question Paper
Bacj 112:Computer Literacy And Skills
Course:Communication And Journalism
Institution: Kenya Methodist University question papers
Exam Year:2012
KENYA METHODIST UNIVERSITY
END OF 3''RD ''TRIMESTER 2012 (DAY) EXAMINATIONS
FACULTY : EDUCATION AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT : COMMUNICATION AND JOURNALISM
UNIT CODE : BACJ 112
UNIT TITLE : COMPUTER LITERACY
TIME : 2 HOURS
Instructions:
Answer question one (compulsory) and any other two questions.
SECTION A
Question One
Distinguish the following
(10 marks)
Virtual memory and cache memory
CD ROM and DVD
Internet and www
Digital signal and analogue signal
Minicomputer and microcomputer
A journalist can use a computer to increase efficiency in various aspects of his or her career. Discuss with elaborate examples.
(20 marks)
SECTION B
Question Two
Outline and illustrate two ways in which you can use each of the following computer application packages. (20 marks)
Ms Word
Ms PowerPoint
Ms Excel
Yahoo Messenger
Ms Outlook
Question Three
The brain of a computer is the CPU.
List and show in a diagram the main parts of the CPU.
(4 marks)
Explain the function of each of the four main units that make up the CPU.
(8 marks)
In addition to the CPU a computer has other hardware component. Name other four types of hardware and give an example of each type.
(8 marks)
Question Four
An effective Internet user should be equipped with certain practical skills. Identify and explain any ten such skills. (20 marks)
Question Five
Although a computer is useful it can also pose challenges to an individual or organization. Discuss this statement with clear examples. (20 marks)
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