Dani, a customer in one of the local supermarkets, noticed that when the cashier passed a wand over some straight lines printed on the side of an item, the description and price of the item appeared on the screen. Explain this observation.The products in the store are labelled using bar codes. The bar code gives each stock item a unique identity. The bar code reader (wand) interprets the bar code into the product unique identification number and uses it to search and retrieve the product information including its price from the database in the look up files.
The EPOS terminal then computes the bill totals for the customer to pay and automatically updates the stock control files.
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Identify the main components that make up an electronic point of sale (EPOS) terminal.
Highlight the advantages of computerised inventory control systems.
State three advantages and two disadvantages of using automated teller machines.Advantages
Disadvantages
Define the term 'automated teller machine (ATM)'.An automated teller machine is a computerised device that enables clients of a financial institution to perform basic financial transactions like cash withdrawal, checking account balance and statements without the need for a bank teller.
Using an example, describe how money is transmitted using electronic funds transfer (EFT).30/11/2022 Using an example, describe how money is transmitted using electronic funds transfer (EFT).Electronic funds transfer is the use, movement or exchange of money digitally from one entity to another. An EFT system transfers money from one account to another electronically either within the same or
different financial institutions. Examples of EFT systems in Kenya include Visa electron, credit card, debit card, Mpesa, M-Kesho, Zap, yu Cash, Orange Money, PayPal, MasterCard, among others. Explain the importance of financial systems in budgeting, Counting, banking and auditing.30/11/2022 Explain the importance of financial systems in budgeting, Counting, banking and auditing.Computer based budgeting systems automate some aspects of financial planning and provide relevant information to the budget preparation personnel in an organisation.
Such systems not only provide historical data but also combine many variables together like inflation, future growth and current constraints that enable planners to prepare well balanced budgets. Accounting is the process of capturing data on how money has been spent and preparing relevant reports. Computer based financial systems are highly suited to perform repetitive tasks like recording transactions, tracking expenditure, enforcing controls and generating accounting reports. Computerised banking systems provide connectivity within. banks. This allows customers to access their accounts from various branches that are in different geographical locations and from automated teller machines. Such banking systems are also able to provide e-banking and m-banking services. Good computerised financial systems provide clear audit trails that are used to track transactions and the flow of money. State four types of financial systems that can be automated using ICT.
List eleven application areas of ICT in the contemporary world.
Define the term 'ICT'.Information and communication technology (ICT) refers to the technologies that provide access to information through the use of telecommunication devices like computers, televisions, radios, cell phones, satellite systems and network software and hardware. IMPACT OF ICT ON SOCIETY REVISION EXERCISE
State ten current trends in ICT.
A few years ago, nobody would have thought that ICT would be where it is today with mobile phones and portable computers being affordable even to students. What do you think of ten years to come?This is just to arouse imagination. As a student of computer studies, you need to keep intouch with new developments in ICT.
Identify at least nine major breakthroughs today which would never have been possible without ICT.29/11/2022 Identify at least nine major breakthroughs today which would never have been possible without ICT.
Explain how ICT has affected our cultural, religion and social values.
Justify the following statement. 'Computers are becoming physically smaller but more powerful'. This statement is true.
Define the following terms: (a) Society (b) Social networking (c) Ethics
Identify two environmental concerns that emanate from the use of ICT devices.
Highlight three negative impacts of ICT on human health.
State three advantages and two disadvantages of automating industrial production processes.29/11/2022 State three advantages and two disadvantages of automating industrial production processes.Advantages
Disadvantages levels to be paid
State some of the measures that can be taken to reduce technology phobia and job displacement.29/11/2022 State some of the measures that can be taken to reduce technology phobia and job displacement.Enable employees to register for computer training courses either externally or internally within the organisation for them to acquire the relevant skills.
Highlight four impacts of ICT on employment.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN ICT REVISION EXERCISE
Identify six public and six private universities chartered or accredited by the Commission for Higher Education (CHE) to offer diploma and degree courses in Kenya.
Currently, university education is regulated by a government agent known as the Commission for Higher Education (CHE). State the main functions of the commission.
List at least six ICT related degrees and courses offered by recognised public and private universities.
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