IT KNOWLEDGE

Time allowed- 1 hours

Total Marks 100

[N.B- The figures in the margin indicate full marks. Question must be answered in English. Examiner will take
account of the quality of language and of the way in which the answers are presented. Different parts, if any,
of the same question must be answered in one place in order of sequence.]

Marks
1. Distinguish between data and information. 8
2. Define passive and interactive information systems and give examples of each. 8
3. What are the benefits of using Database Management Systems? 8
4. In the information Systems, why do we need to validate data? Mention some method of data validation. 2+4
5. a) Draw the IT Asset Management (ITAM) life cycle and describe the benefits of using that. 4+5
b) How would you evaluate an ITAM solution? 6
6. What are the roles of communication protocols? 8
7. Describe the control activities for Information Technology. 13
8. Suppose you have to audit IT investments and activities of an organization. Name at least 8 (eight)
components of your IT audit. 8
9. What is System and Program Change Control? How can you apply management control over system and
program changes? 3+5
10. What are the difference between Electronic Commerce and Traditional Commerce? 5
11. What do you mean by risk management process? Show the risk management cycle. 4+4
12. Why does information system security important? Explain it. 5

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