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 211:

  The major function of a Database management system is _______________

  Options:
  A) Virus detection
  B) Cyber security
  C) Manipulation of data in a data base
  D) Store large data
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 212:

  Which of these is not a programming language

  Options:
  A) HTML
  B) Java
  C) C++
  D) ios
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 213:

  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 214:

  Evaluate ${1011}_2+{122}_4$, leaving your answer in base 10.

  Options:
  A) 37
  B) 51
  C) 47
  D) 73
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 215:

  System software can further be classified into two. Operating software and ______________ software

  Options:
  A) Utility
  B) Storage
  C) Anti virus
  D) File management system
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 216:

  Applications on a screen are displayed by __________

  Options:
  A) Cursor
  B) icon
  C) Home screen
  D) App drawer
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 217:

  The joystick typically have a button on _________ used to select the option pointed by the cursor.

  Options:
  A) bottom
  B) left
  C) right
  D) top
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 218:

  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 219:

  Translators are type of ?

  Options:
  A) System software
  B) Operating system
  C) Utility programs
  D) Application software
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 220:

  What differs a system software from application software?

  Options:
  A) ability to multi task
  B) being minimal in terms of space
  C) presence of cache memory
  D) unique programs installed by the creators to help run the computer
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  The correct answer is D .