Computer Fundamentals (GE-1)' Dec 2019 | Dibrugarh University Question Paper | BA and B.SC 1st Sem | CBCS Pattern

2019

(December)

COMPUTER SCIENCE

(Generic Effective)

Paper: GE-1

(Computer Fundamentals)

Full Marks: 53

Pass Marks: 21

Time: 3 hours

The figures in the margin indicate full marks for the questions

1. Fill in the blanks:                                                          1x5=5

a)         The access method used for magnetic tape is _________.

b)         Actual execution of instruction in a computer takes place in _________.

c)          Memories which can be read only are called _________ memories.

d)         The _________ controls all input, output and processing.

e)         Multiple choice examination answer sheets can be evaluated automatically by _________.

2. Answer the following:                                               2x5=10

a)         Convert (219)₁₀ = (?)₂.

b)         State the use of ASCII code.

c)          State two difference between ROM and RAM.

d)         What are different types of registers available in computer?

e)         State two areas where data mining is widely applied.

3. Answer any five of the following:                        3x5=15

a)         How can one represent characters in computers?

b)         Explain volatile and non-volatile memories with example.

c)          State the different components of a motherboard.

d)         State the differences among nibble, bit and byte.

e)         Explain UNIX operating system with example.

f)          What are the difference between system software and application software?

4. Answer any four of the following:                       5x4=20

a)         State and explain different input devices.

b)         Describe the functions of an operating system.

c)          What is the main function of SMPs? State its different types.

d)         What are different types of port and interfaces?

e)         What is the use of ribbon cable? How does it work?

5. (a) Add (11011)₂ with (10010)₂.                              1

(b) Subtract (1101)₂ from (1000)₂ using 2’s complement method.                          2

 

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