Bit2103:Introduction To Computer Applications Question Paper
Bit2103:Introduction To Computer Applications
Course:Bachelor Of Information Technology
Institution: Meru University Of Science And Technology question papers
Exam Year:2012
(a) List three basic types of CPU sockets. (3 Marks) (b) Distinguish between parallel and serial transmission. (2 Marks) (c) When installing Windows XP, the Setup program examines the hard disk to determine its existing disk partition configurations. Discuss the options Setup will offer.(6 Marks) (d) Explain how you can add a program shortcut on the desktop. (3 Marks) (e) List four areas you can customize on the desktop. (2 Marks) (f) Discuss the following: (i) Macro viruses (ii) Network viruses (iii) Logic bombs (6 Marks) (g) Explain how you can compress a file or folder in Windows XP. (4 Marks) (h) Explain how you can enable programs to run automatically upon logon. (4 Marks)
QUESTION TWO – (20 MARKS)
(a) Discuss four backup types. (4 Marks) (b) Explain how you can send a console message. (6 Marks) (c) Explain how you can restore data using the Restore Wizard. (5 Marks) (d) Use a table to describe the Advanced Restore options. (5 Marks)
QUESTION THREE – (20 MARKS)
(a) Preparing your system for an upgrade is as important as planning an installation. List the tasks you need to carry out to prepare your system for an upgrade. (5 Marks) (b) Describe how to install non-plug and play devices. (5 Marks) (c) Discuss the functions of Diskpart. (5 Marks) (d) Explain the outcome of the following command typed in at the command prompt: Diskpart Select disk 2 Assign letter F (5 Marks)
QUESTION FOUR – (20 MARKS)
(a) Distinguish between a primary partition and an extended partition. (4 Marks) (b) Describe the procedure for automatic (timed) standby. (6 Marks) (c) Describe how to set a warning alarm for low or critical battery condition. (6 Marks) (d) Define hibernation. (4 Marks)
QUESTION FIVE – (20 MARKS)
(a) A user stores a very large number of graphic files on a local disk. For security purposes, it has been decided that these files are to be stored only on that user’s computer. The user reports that Windows XP professional is displaying a message that the C: drive is running out of disk space. You have verified that the disk has no remaining unformatted unallocated space. What can you do to help this user? (3 Marks) (b) Your computer has two operating systems installed in a dual-boot configuration, but you are not getting a chance to choose an operating system when you start the computer. Name two possible causes and solutions? (4 Marks) (c) You experience performance problems with your operating system, but these problems do not recur when you boot into safe mode. Name assumptions you can make about what may be causing the performance problems. (3 Marks) (d) One of the users that you support had numerous icons on the desktop, and now a number of them have disappeared. How would you stop the icons from disappearing? (3 Marks) (e) Your organization has users that move from computer to computer on a daily basis. They need access to the same files and programs from any computer that they visit. What type of profile would be best in this type of situation? (4 Marks) (f) State any three reasons as to why it is important to have some free space on the hard disk. (3 Marks)
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