END TERM EXAMINATION
FIRST SEMESTER [BCA] FEBRUARY 2023
Paper Code: BCA-105
Subject: Fundamentals of Computers & IT
Time: 3 Hours
Maximum Marks: 75
Note: Attempt all questions as directed. Internal choice is indicated.
- Q1. Attempt any five questions: (5x5=25)
- (a) List and explain five important characteristics of a computer.
- (b) Explain the five Basic functions performed by a computer system.
- (c) Differentiate between Multitasking and Multiprogramming.
- (d) Distinguish between LAN, MAN, WAN.
- (e) Define the Term byte. What is the difference between a bit and byte.
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(f) Write full form of the following:
(a) GUI
(b) CUI
(c) BASIC
(d) FORTRAN
(e) MICR.
UNIT-I
- Q2. (a) What is generation in Computer terminology? Explain various computer generations along with key characteristics of computers of each generation. (6.5)
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(b) Explain the following:-
(i) Data
(ii) Information
(iii) RAM
(iv) ROM
(v) CPU
(vi) Auxillary Memory (6)
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- Q3. (a) Define Memory? Explain different type of Memory in Computer System with the help of diagram. (6.5)
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(b) Write short notes on the Following:-
(i) Static Memory and Dynamic Memory
(ii) EPROM AND EEPROM (6)
UNIT-II
- Q4. Define Operating System? Explain the role of an operating system with respect to following Function: (12.5)
- (a) Process Management
- (b) Memory management
- (c) Device Management
- (d) Security
- (e) Command interpretation
OR
- Q5. (a) Define the following Terms: (8)
- (i) Multiprogramming
- (ii) Multitasking
- (iii) Multithreading
- (iv) Multiprocessing
- (b) Give Difference between:- (i) Interpreter and compiler (ii) Linker and Loader (4.5)
UNIT-III
- Q6. Convert the following: (2.5x5=12.5)
- (a) Convert 23 from base10 to base 8.
- (b) Convert 101011011 from base 2 to base 8.
- (c) Convert 234 from base 8 to base 10.
- (d) Convert E16 from base 16 to base 10.
- (e) Perform binary addition of (12) +(18).
UNIT-IV
- Q7. (a) What is Computer Network? Explain. (2.5)
- (b) Discuss the various Network topologies along with their advantages and disadvantages. (10)
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- Q8. (a) Discuss various data transmission media. (6)
- (b) Differentiate between Digital and Analog Transmission. (6.5)