Free ICT Revision

1. Which of the following statements best describes ICT?

1. 2. Computer (a)_________ refers to the physical components that a computer system requires to function whereas (b)______refers to a collection of instructions, procedures, documentation or programs used to operate computers and execute specific tasks.

3. The main component of the third-generation computers (1964-1971) was _______

4. Which of the following is not an impact printer?

5. Application software is a computer program designed to help people perform an activity. The following are examples of various types of application software. Match the examples with the correct software from the list below:

Application list:

Word Processing,Database,Education,Communication,Enterprise

6. Which of the following are all examples of open source software?

7. TRUE OR FALSE: It is possible for a user to use any computer or mobile device without having an operating system.

8. The file management operating system of a computer system performs the following tasks. Which is not true?

9. POST refers to the initial set of diagnostic tests performed by the computer right after it's powered on, with the intent to check for any hardware related issues. POST does not rely on any specific operating system because the test is handled by the system’s ________.

10. The following are ways to access a file into a computer system. Which is false?

11. Fill in the following blanks with these words :Read & execute, full control,write,read,list of folders and modify.

Every file and every folder in Windows has its own set of permissions that can be broken down into access control lists with users and their corresponding rights. (a)________permits viewing  & listing of files and subfolders, (b)________permits viewing and accessing of the file’s contents as well as executing of the file,(c)._______permits adding of files and sub-folders,(d).________ permits reading, writing, changing and deleting of files and subfolders, and (e) _______ permits viewing and listing of files and subfolders as well as executing of files of files; inherited by folders only, while (f)__________permits reading and writing of files & subfolders and allows deletion of the folder.

12. Which of the following statements are true about automated data capture ?

13. Information system can be defined as __________

14. The following are some of the common factors which are responsible for failure of a Management Information System (MIS). Which are not true?

15. The following are examples of Wide Area Network (WAN). Which one is not?

16. (a)__________networks refer to computer networks that used in  a dedicated computer (server) to store data, manage/provide resources and control user access, whereas, (b)_________refers to one in which two or more PCs share files and access to devices such as printers without requiring a separate server computer or server software.

17. Social media can be a useful tool for businesses, bringing many advantages, but is can also be a disadvantage. From the following ,which statement is not true?

18. Instant messaging can be defined as _____________

19. Robotic Process Automation (RPA) handles tedious, manual digital tasks and transfers the work of a human worker to a "digital worker”. RPA solutions therefore increase efficiency and help companies reduce costs. Which of the following is an example of where RPA is utilized ?

20. _________describes physical objects (or groups of such objects) that are embedded with sensors, processing ability, software, and other technologies that connect and exchange data with other devices and systems over the Internet or other.