QUESTION TWO $[20]$

$2\mathrm{.}1$ Explain how a business organisation can use information technology to compete effectively by improving efficiency and by improving its products

and services. $(10)$

$2\mathrm{.}2$ Describe any five $(5)$ characteristics of the $1$st generation computer. $(5)$

$2\mathrm{.}3$ Explain briefly the impact of recent developments in high performance computing on lifestyles, research and business. $(5)$