KASNEB Information Communication Technology - Question 1a

State disadvantages of implementing information systems in an organisation.... [Click to view full question and step-by-step solution]

KASNEB Information Communication Technology - Question 1c

Using an example, explain how one would use “Goal seek” function in a business.... [Click to view full question and step-by-step solution]

KASNEB Information Communication Technology - Question 1d

Explain problems that could be encountered when using a computerised accounting software. ... [Click to view full question and step-by-step solution]

KASNEB Information Communication Technology - Question 2b

Explain limitations of using “Internet of things” (IoT) technology.... [Click to view full question and step-by-step solution]

KASNEB Information Communication Technology - Question 2c

Explain ways in which e-commerce could be used to optimise business opportunities in a large hotel.... [Click to view full question and step-by-step solution]

KASNEB Information Communication Technology - Question 4b

Giving an example, explain the purpose of a mobile browser.... [Click to view full question and step-by-step solution]

KASNEB Information Communication Technology - Question 4c

Explain how cloud computing supports e-commerce operations.... [Click to view full question and step-by-step solution]

KASNEB Information Communication Technology - Question 4d

Explain social issues that may arise from the use of information systems... [Click to view full question and step-by-step solution]

KASNEB Information Communication Technology - Question 5a

List types of software used to enable e-commerce business.... [Click to view full question and step-by-step solution]

KASNEB Information Communication Technology - Question 5c

Assess methods of controlling unethical behaviour in ICT.... [Click to view full question and step-by-step solution]

KASNEB Information Communication Technology - Question 6c

Outline benefits of conducting a feasibility study during systems development.... [Click to view full question and step-by-step solution]

KASNEB Information Communication Technology - Question 6d

Explain factors to consider when choosing an operating system for a computer.... [Click to view full question and step-by-step solution]

KASNEB Information Communication Technology - Question 7a

Explain characteristics of a “peer to peer” computer network.... [Click to view full question and step-by-step solution]

KASNEB Information Communication Technology - Question 7c

Suggest strategies that a country could adopt to minimise the digital divide.... [Click to view full question and step-by-step solution]

December 2022

Q: KASNEB Information Communication Technology - Question 3b

Organisations use different types of information systems.Required:(i) List types of information systems used by management.(ii) State the input, processes an... [Click to view full question and step-by-step solution]

1a

Information systems in an enterprise

State disadvantages of implementing information systems in an organisation.

1b

Introduction to information communication technology (ICT)

Explain computer hardware components that are required when establishing a multimedia platform for e-commerce.

1c

Overview of operating systems

Using an example, explain how one would use “Goal seek” function in a business.

1d

Overview of operating systems

Explain problems that could be encountered when using a computerised accounting software.

2a

Systems analysis and design

Outline the output products that result from the following systems development lifecycle stages:

(i) System initiation.

(ii) Requirement analysis.

(iii) Systems design.

(iv) System integration.

(v) Systems testing.

2b

Computer networks

Explain limitations of using “Internet of things” (IoT) technology.

2c

e-Commerce

Explain ways in which e-commerce could be used to optimise business opportunities in a large hotel.

3a

Computer networks

(i) Differentiate between “Intranet” and “Extranet” as used in computer networks.

(ii) Outline limitations of using “extranet” as a computer network in an organisation.

3b

Information systems in an enterprise

Organisations use different types of information systems.

Required:
(i) List types of information systems used by management.

(ii) State the input, processes and output of information systems used management.

(iii) Explain enterprise information system characteristics that support unstructured decision making in organisations.

3c

Overview of operating systems

Veronica stored word processing files in a flash disk when working from a home desktop computer. She has realised that the files could no longer open at her place of work.

Required:
Suggest reasons why some files may not open despite being visible on the flash disk.

4a

An overview of application packages

Differentiate between an “accounting package” and a “spreadsheet” based on the following features:

(i) Report generation.

(ii) Audit trail.

4b

Mobile devices and applications

Giving an example, explain the purpose of a mobile browser.

4c

e-Commerce

Explain how cloud computing supports e-commerce operations.

4d

Legal, ethical and social issues in information systems

Explain social issues that may arise from the use of information systems

4e

Data security

Assess ways in which general ICT controls ensure the reliability of data generated information systems.

5a

e-Commerce

List types of software used to enable e-commerce business.

5b

Systems analysis and design

Highlight types of skills that a system analyst is required to have in order to effectively carry out his/her tasks.

5c

Legal, ethical and social issues in information systems

Assess methods of controlling unethical behaviour in ICT.

5d

Systems analysis and design

Kibao Masetu, a system analyst, used the prototyping method to develop an information system for Petoka Ltd. Explain advantages of using this method.

6a

An overview of application packages

(i) Highlight features of a presentation program that are not available in a word processing program.

(ii) Explain contexts in which one would need to use a presentation program instead of a word processing program.

6b

Information systems in an enterprise

Enumerate reasons why an organisation might opt to use subcontractors for its information system needs.

6c

Systems analysis and design

Outline benefits of conducting a feasibility study during systems development.

6d

Overview of operating systems

Explain factors to consider when choosing an operating system for a computer.

7a

Computer networks

Explain characteristics of a “peer to peer” computer network.

7b

Legal, ethical and social issues in information systems

Highlight legal and ethical issues that may arise from the use of information systems in a large-scale chain-based supermarket.

7c

Legal, ethical and social issues in information systems

Suggest strategies that a country could adopt to minimise the digital divide.

7d

Introduction to information communication technology (ICT)

Simon has established an accounting firm in a busy town and employed seven assistants. However, the office space is not enough to accommodate all the staff and he has approached you for assistance.

Required:
(i) Explain modern ICT technologies that Simon could adopt to maximise employees’ productivity despite space constraints.

(ii) Explain possible disadvantages that Simon could face in adopting any of the technologies in (d) (i) above.

December 2022

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