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 41:

  Which of the following software can't be categorized as an application software?

  Options:
  A) DBM
  B) MS-DOS
  C) Spreadsheet
  D) word processor
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 42:

  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 43:

  What is the difference between an assembler and a compiler ?

  Options:
  A) an assembler converts a machine language code into assembly level language code while a compiler converts high level programming language to a machine language code.
  B) an assembler converts assembly level language code into machine language code while a compiler converts high level programming language code to a machine language code.
  C) a compiler converts assembly level language code into machine lange while an assembler converts high level programming language to a machine language code.
  D) they both convert assembly level language code into machine lange
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 44:

  Translating the problem statement into a series of sequential steps describing what the program must do is known as

  Options:
  A) coding
  B) creating the algorithm
  C) debugging
  D) writing documentation
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 45:

  Which of the listed is not a type of computer application?

  Options:
  A) Microsoft word
  B) Firefox
  C) Joy stick
  D) VLC media player
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 46:

  Sensitive data can be protected from prying eyes using _________

  Options:
  A) File permissions
  B) File locks
  C) passwords
  D) encryption
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 47:

  Analog, digital and hybrid computers are classification of computers based on

  Options:
  A) the type of data-handling techniques
  B) the purpose
  C) the size
  D) the functionality
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 48:

  When records are given a new value, it is called

  Options:
  A) updation
  B) insertion
  C) deletion
  D) retrieval
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 49:

  A logic circuit performs ________ functions

  Options:
  A) Interpretation
  B) Processing and Controlling
  C) Storage
  D) Security
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 50:

  What protocol is used between Email servers?

  Options:
  A) SMTP
  B) SNMP
  C) FTP
  D) POP
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  The correct answer is A .