Computer Assessment
Computer Assessment
1. What is a computer
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2 marks
2. State three functions of a computer
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3 marks
3. State and explain the two types of computers
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6 marks
4. List the two fields where computers are applied and what they do in each field
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6 marks
5. What is computer hardware?
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2 marks
6. Give any three computer hardware devices?
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3 marks
7. List five components of a computer
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5 marks
8. Explain the following computer components; Arithmetic Logic Unit and Memory Unit
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6 marks
9. What is an input device?
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2 marks
18. What is meant by the terms Memory Unit, Control Unit and Arithmetic/Logic Unit?
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6 marks
19. What is a port?
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2 marks
20. State and explain three examples of ports
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