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 141:

  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 142:

  Which of the following is not an example of graphics packages

  Options:
  A) Freelance
  B) Quattro pro
  C) Corel draw
  D) Havard graphics
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 143:

  The Domain name of a website is also its__________

  Options:
  A) IP address
  B) TCP address
  C) Database system
  D) Network server
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 144:

  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 145:

  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 146:

  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 147:

  Which program translates programs to a simpler language that the computer can execute.

  Options:
  A) Compiler
  B) Interpreter
  C) Processor
  D) algorithm
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 148:

  The process where a programmer converts a program specifications into computer instructions is called ?

  Options:
  A) Debugging
  B) Coding
  C) Testing
  D) System design
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 149:

  Which of the following is termed as the minimum error code?

  Options:
  A) binary code
  B) gray code
  C) excess 3 code
  D) octal code
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 150:

  Which of the following is not a type of computer on the basis of operation?

  Options:
  A) Remote
  B) Hybrid
  C) Analog
  D) Digital
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  The correct answer is A .