Calicut University 2006 M.C.A , - 2K 205 - INTRODUCTION TO SYSTEMS PROGRAMMING (New Scheme) - Question Paper

1.

(a>

What are th? functions of an assembler ?

(8 marks)

(b)

What do you understand by the term assembler directive ? Give any four examples.

<12 marks)

2.

<a)

Explain the features of the ADC assember.

<12 marks)

<b)

Discuss the use of literals with an example.

(8 marks)

3.

{a)

Explain with an example how a macro is defined and expanded.

<10 marks)

(b)

Explain the implementation of conditional macro expansion.

<10 marks)

4.

(n)

Explain the working of a bootstrap loader.

(10 marks)

(bWhat are the advantages of a relocating loader ?

(10 marks)

5.

(a)

What is an operating system ? Discuss the services provided by an operating system.

(10 marks)

(b)

Write a note on virtual machines.

(10 marks)

6.

<a)

Explain the use of system call, giving examples of system calls.

<10 marks)

(b)

Explain the hierarchy of storage devices.

(10 marks)

7.

(a)

Explain the life-cycle of a process in UNIX.

(10 marks)

(b)

Explain how interrupts are handled in UNIX.

(10 marks)