KYALO WINNIE MBULI DJMC/112/01468 COMPUTER SKILLS 1. Using examples discuss the application of computers in today society.

Science one of the most important advantages of computer is in the field of science for research and development. The computers have played a major role in most of what we know about ourselves and the universe. The satellites, the telescopes and all the research tools make use of computers in some or other way. The huge calculations required for space science, safe communication between scientists, storage of all the gathered information are some of the computer uses in science and technology. Medical-Research and Development mark significant presence of computers in daily life. The high-end machines used for diagnosis and cure of many diseases are nothing but computers. For example, the Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), ultra sound devices, etc are among most ubiquitous uses of computer in hospital. Even many surgical procedures, need the help of computers. Even many surgical procedures, known as laparoscopic surgeries, need the help of computers. Web conferencing helps doctors treat people remotely. Education- computer uses in the field of education are infinite. The internet is a huge source of information. There are online universities that deliver online degrees and distant learning is spreading far and wide. Many schools and colleges have started making use of audio-visual ways of imparting knowledge. A horde of tools that need a computer, help students in many. For instance MS word, Excel, PowerPoint etc. Banking- The banking sector has improved on fronts such as security ease of use etc. with the help of computers. Most of the banking operations can be done online known as internet banking, and you dont have to walk up to the bank for virtually anything. You can withdraw money from ATM's and deposit in any branch thanks to the networking affected by the use of computers. The complete banking experience has also become safer. Entertainment- the field of entertainment has been revolutionized by computers animations, graphic image manipulation etc. has made the entertainment experience hundred times better. Computer gaming is achieving new landmarks in terms of technology. Movie making, editing, music composition etc. everything needs computer. This is only the tip of the ice bag as you and I cant even imagine ubiquity of computer in todays life. However, the development of computer technology has also rise to many vices like identity theft. But the truth remains the same- the advantages of computer supersede their disadvantages with pride. 2. a) What is a computer virus? A Virus is a program that has ability to multiply and interact with the computer resources without the knowledge of the user.

KYALO WINNIE MBULI DJMC/112/01468 COMPUTER SKILLS b) Symptoms of virus infection I. II. III. IV. V. Mysterious disappearing of files Programs not responding to input instructions and commands. Periodic error messages. Problem in locating removable storage devices. Unexpected shut down and the starting of the computer.

d) Ways of avoiding spread of virus I. II. III. IV. V. Avoid installing Pirated softwares in your in your computer.re Do not share flash disks from affected computers. Update the anti-virus programs. Isolate the affected computer in a network to avoid spread of virus. Before downloading and opening in the internet scan them by the antivirus.

e) Cleaning of computer virus I. By use of anti-virus programs like: a)panda b) Norman c) Esset NoD32 d) Avast

3 a) what is internet? A global system of inter-connected computer networks that use the standard internet protocol suit to serve billions of users worldwide. b) Explain services offered by internet? E-learning- comprises all forms of electronically learning and teaching .The information and communication whether networked learning or not, serves as specific media to implement the learning process. Online marketing- generally includes promotion and marketing of goods and services over the internet. E-commerce its buying and selling of products over the internet. Social sites-it provides chat rooms where people interact by conversing and exchanging new ideas and opinions.

KYALO WINNIE MBULI DJMC/112/01468 COMPUTER SKILLS E-government-digital interaction between a government and citizens, government and business/commerce, government and employees, and also between government and governments c) Discuss impact of internet on the foreign Business Internet has a wide number of users hence makes marketing an easier task since products and services can be marketed online and advertized to many consumers. Manufactures are able to get feedback with just a click of a button speeding the time consumed during normal business transaction. Society The internet is a huge source of information. There are online universities that deliver online degrees and distant learning is spreading far and wide hence learning is not limited by geographical areas. Internet has made people communicate through social networks. This has made people exchange ideas and learn from peoples experiences. Some married couples were able to meet through social sites. Web conferencing helps doctors treat people remotely.