Computer-Studies Exam Past Questions and Answers | JAMB, WAEC and NECO

Computer Studies covers general knowledge of computers, computing terms, and technologies. It focuses on building interest and confidence in using computers.

• Question 131:

  In any software package, which of the following versions represents a major improvement on the previous version?

  Options:
  A) 1.0
  B) 1.5
  C) 2.0
  D) 2.5
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 132:

  Which of the following is not a third generation language?

  Options:
  A) FORTRAN
  B) COBOL
  C) Assembly language
  D) Basic
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 133:

  Which of the below-mentioned reasons do not satisfy the reason why people create a computer virus?

  Options:
  A) protection
  B) Identity theft
  C) pranks
  D) research purpose
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 134:

  Word processor, spreadsheets, database, graphics and presentation software are all examples of?

  Options:
  A) application packages
  B) utility packages
  C) operating system software
  D) None of the above
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 135:

  When the computer reboots itself without triggering the hardware based reset, it is called ?

  Options:
  A) cold booting
  B) hard reboot
  C) cold reboot
  D) soft reboot
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 136:

  A display listing of program options which users can select is called?

  Options:
  A) icons
  B) options
  C) selection
  D) menu
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 137:

  In general, a file is basically a collection of all related______.

  Options:
  A) Rows & Columns
  B) Fields
  C) Database
  D) Records
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 138:

  Encryption helps with what?

  Options:
  A) Spam messages
  B) identify source of message
  C) Safe delivery of messages to destination without being accessed by a third party
  D) interpretation of message and digital data
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 139:

  What is the difference between internal and external modem

  Options:
  A) external modems are PCI or ISA expansion cards while internal modems are traditionally plug into a serial port on the computer.
  B) internal modems are PCI or ISA expansion cards while external modems are traditionally plug into a serial port on the computer.
  C) external modems are PCI or ISA expansion cards while internal modems are USB modems
  D) they are PCI or ISA expansion cards
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 140:

  The actual physical network of wires, cables and satellite that connects computers and resources throughout the world is the _______________

  Options:
  A) Web
  B) Internet
  C) e-commerce
  D) social media
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  The correct answer is B .