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This document provides a marking guide for a Uganda Certificate of Education Computer Studies exam. It includes sections on key concepts, increasing computer usage, development of computers, electronic presentations, entertainment uses of ICT, storage devices, software types, and network topologies.

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Senior 4 Marking Guide

This document provides a marking guide for a Uganda Certificate of Education Computer Studies exam. It includes sections on key concepts, increasing computer usage, development of computers, electronic presentations, entertainment uses of ICT, storage devices, software types, and network topologies.

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MARKING GUIDE

Uganda Certificate of Education


COMPUTER STUDIES 840/1
SECTION A (20 marks)

1. 1 Ghz. One Ghz is equivalent to 1000Mhz


2. ALU this is the Arithmetic and Logic Unit of the computer
3. Keyboard a keyboard is an input device
4. Booting when a computer is started it goes through a process called booting
5. Scanner it converts information on hardcopy and inputs it into the computer in
a picture format
6. Hacker this is a person that enters a computer network without permission and
access the information therein
7. Analog and digital this describes the categories of computers based on the
way they present their data
8. Thinking
9. Character printers A character printer is an example of impact printers
10. C the backspace key erases characters to the left
11.Microcomputers these include the desktops that became very common in the
third generation of computers
12.Operating system when a computer is started, it loads the operating system
13.AVAST Anti virus whereas the rest are examples of utility programmes, this
is an antivirus and a utility programme
14.Utility programme is an a software
15.Scroll button placed on the right side of the window, it is used to scroll up and
down the document

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16.ICON this is the graphical representation of a programme or application
17. C A program which helps the user accomplish specific tasks
18.D application programme
19.A the main memory is composed of the Random Access Memory and the
Read Only Memory
20.Assembly code A low-level programming language is a programming
language that provides little or no abstraction from a computer's instruction set
architecture
SECTION B (60 marks)

21.Increase of usage of a computers


a. A computer is an electronic device that receives data processes it stores
it and gives it out as information based on the instructions given by the
user
b. Characteristics of a computer
i. Speed, accuracy, diligence, versatility, storage capacity
c. Disadvantages of using a computer
i. Limits learning and creates dependency
ii. Potential loss of privacy
iii. Health hazards like backache
iv. Potential loss of jobs
22.Development of a computer
a. Computer generation refers to the systematic change and development in
technology for both the hardware and software of the computer
b. 1st generation of computers, 2nd generation of computers. 3rd generation
of computers, 4th generation of computers, 5th generation of computers
c. Innovations during the generations
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i. 1st generation
1. Use of vacuum tubes
2. Introduction of the ENIAC
3. Machine languages
ii. 2nd generation
1. Use of transistors
2. Magnetic core memory
3. High level languages
iii. 3rd generation
1. Magnetic storage
2. Intergrated circuits
iv. 4th generation
1. Micro processor
2. Very Large Integrated circuits
3. Speed, accuracy and reliability
v. 5th generation
1. Ultra scale integration
2. Parallel processing
3. Artificial intelligence
23.Electronic presentation
a. Key features
i. Slides that contain text, audio, video
ii. Animation and transition effects
iii. Slide masters
iv. Use of slide notes

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b. Benefits of using electronic presentation
i. Presentation is more interesting
ii. Allows for presentation of complex data like charts
iii. Easy to store in digital format
iv. Can be edited for future use
c. lack of electricity
24.entertainment on end of year party
i. playing Music
ii. can show a movie
iii. recreation by playing games
iv. speakers for individual performances
b. ICT devices
i. Speakers
ii. Projectors
iii. Microphones
iv. Computer
v. Sound cards
vi. Memory cards
25.Explain
i. Hard disk drive an electro-mechanical data storage device that
uses magnetic storage to store and retrieve digital data using one
or more rigid rapidly rotating platters coated with magnetic
material.

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ii. Optical drive an optical drive is a disc drive that uses laser light or
electromagnetic waves as part of the process of reading or writing
data to or from optical discs.
iii. Magnetic tape drives
b. The device that actually holds the data is known as the storage
medium ('media' is the plural). The device that saves data onto
the storage medium, or reads data from it, is known as the storage device
26.Computer software
i. Application software are packages that are designed to meet the
user’s specific needs they can be called user programmes. Like
word processors, spreadsheets
ii. Operating system: it’s a set of programmes that work together to
control execution of user programs and acts as an interface
between the user and the machine
iii. Utility programme; a set of programmes that are designed to
ensure that the work of the computer goes on smoothly with
minimal problems.
b. Factors to consider when buying software
i. Authenticity
ii. Documentation
iii. User needs
iv. User friendliness
v. Cost
vi. Compatibility and system configuration

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SECTION C (20 marks)

Attempt only one question

27.Adjustments made to the use of the computer and computer devices in an


attempt to curb energy consumption and environmental pollution
a. Use software that encourage sleep mode and power management
b. Purchase of energy star rated computer devices
c. Un plug the machine when not in use
d. maintain the computer and its devices to ensure long life
e. ensure proper electronic waste management
f. configure the computer to ensure optimal energy usage
g. avoid unnecessary waste like paper, ink
28.How to maintain hardware
i. Keep it clean from dust, water and food particles
ii. Update the drivers
iii. Ensure proper cabling
iv. Ensure fans are working well to avoid overheating
v. Properly place the devices to avoid them falling down
vi. Avoid overcharging the batteries
vii. Keep devices away from magnets
b. Factors when purchasing hardware
i. Microprocessor type and speed
ii. Compatibility
iii. Upgradability
iv. Portability
v. User needs
vi. Warranty
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vii. Cost
29.Network topologies
a. Network topology is the arrangement of elements, links and nodes of a
communication network
i. Mesh topology; each device is connected to every other device on
the network through a dedicated point to point link. Link carries
data to and from the connected device only.

ii. Ring topology; connecting devices create a circular data path.


Each device connects to the other with data travelling from node
to node

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iii. Star topology: in star topology there is a central hub to which
every node is connected.

iv. Bus topology; Nodes are connected to a single cable

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