Summary

• Description:

  The PDF document comprises KALA Computer Studies Paper 1 Pre-Mock 2026 Exam with Answers (Marking Scheme). The marking scheme is in a different document.

  It was a KALA Pre-Trial Computer Studies Paper 1 examination.

  This theory paper comprehensively assesses students on computer systems, software architecture, data representation, and system development, providing a solid review of the core computing syllabus.

  • Duration: 2½ HOURS
  • Number of Questions: 1 - 20
  • Structure: Section A (40 Marks) and Section B (60 Marks)

  It covers the following topics:

  • Section A
    • Hardware and Processor Speeds
    • Desktop Publishing (Tracking, Kerning, Margins)
    • Operating Systems and Graphical User Interfaces
    • Secondary Storage Devices
    • Artificial Intelligence and Data Integrity
  • Section B
    • Programming and Algorithms (Flowcharts and Low-Level Languages)
    • Data Representation (Binary Math and Error Detection)
    • Application Software (Spreadsheets vs. Ledgers, Word Processing Proofing Tools)
    • System Development and Information Gathering
    • Database Management Systems and File Organization
• Category:

  Mock Past Papers
• Level:

  Form 4
• Subject:

  COMPUTER STUDIES

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