Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU) 2006 M.C.A Computer Aplications FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTER SYSYTEMS - Question Paper

M.C.A (AFFILIATED COLLEGES) DEGREE EXAMINATION, FEBRUARY 2006
First Semester

FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTER SYSYTEMS

Time: 3 Hours Maximum :75 Marks

ans any 5 ques..
All ques. carry equal marks.
1. (a) Explain with the use of a diagram, the functional components of a digital computer. (8 marks)
(b) How does a bare machine distinguish data from instructions? (7 marks)
2. (a) Is it a must that every computer should have a clock? Justify your ans.
(8 marks)
(b) Explain the register organization in a typical microprocessor. (7 marks)
3. (a) Explain the various data encoding methods with suitable examples (5 marks)
(b) Write short notes on various kinds of scanners (5 marks)
(c) Describe the different kinds of on-board connectors. (5 marks)
4. (a) Describe the working principle of a CRT display with a suitable diagram
(9 marks)
(b) Write short notes on various kinds of display devices (6 marks)
5. (a) Explain in detail, the Boot up process of a computer system (5 marks)
(b) Write short notes on display resolution (5 marks)
c) Describe any 1 video display modes (5 marks)
6. (a) Explain in detail the current generation of computers (7 marks)
(b) Give an overview of operating system (8 marks)
7. (a) Explain the concept of time –sharing systems (7 marks)
(b) Differentiate distributed system and multi processor system (8 marks)
8. (a) List the applications of real-time systems. (7 marks)
(b) Compare and contrast compiler and interpreter. (8 marks)

Earning:   Approval pending.