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:

  What is a computer file.

  Options:
  A) A computer program
  B) A document like bunch of text
  C) A place on a computer where information is stored in a package
  D) A physical paper document that entails how a computer works
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 42:

  Which can be the input and output devices both?

  Options:
  A) Scanner
  B) Touch screen monitor
  C) Speaker
  D) Digitizer
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 43:

  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 44:

  In which situation does running application remain active?

  Options:
  A) when log off
  B) when user is switched
  C) when shut down
  D) when reboot
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 45:

  One of the following is not a good way to prevent virus.

  Options:
  A) encryption
  B) use of firewall
  C) carelessly exposing your vital and personal information
  D) use of antivirus software
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 46:

  At least how many keys is a keyboard made up of?

  Options:
  A) 105
  B) 107
  C) 101
  D) 103
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 47:

  Which of these application packages can be used to create a spreadsheet ?

  Options:
  A) Microsoft powerpoint
  B) Microsoft excel
  C) Macwrite
  D) Microsoft word
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 48:

  The first stage of data processing activities is ?

  Options:
  A) Manipulation
  B) Collection
  C) Conversion
  D) Sorting
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 49:

  The illegal access to a network or computer system is___________

  Options:
  A) security
  B) cracking
  C) virus
  D) piracy
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 50:

  which communication channel allows the sending of information in one direction only?

  Options:
  A) simplex mode
  B) half duplex mode
  C) duplex mode
  D) full duplex mode
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  The correct answer is A .