Vinayaka Missions University 2008 B.E Information Technology System Software - Question Paper

Sl.No:E3752 Sub.Code:3510430
B.E.DEGREE exam
4th Semister
info TECHNOLOGY
SYSTEM SOFTWARE
Maximum:80marks
ans all ques.
Part-A(10*2=20marks)

1.How is the target address computed in the base relative and program counter relative addressing modes?

2.What is indirect addressing mode?

3.What is load-and-go assembler?

4.How is literal table useful?

5.What is a linking loader?

6.How is linking editors defined?

7.List out the 3 main data structures used by macro processor?

8.What is meant by macro time variable?

9.What is debugging?

10.What are the criteria of user interface?

PART-B

11.a)Explain the SIC/XE machine with neat structure.

or
b.)Describe in detail the architecture of VAX machine

12.a)What are the functions performed in pass1 and pass2 of a 2 pass assembler?Explain it.

or
b.)Discuss in brief about MASM assembler.

13.a)What is bootstrap loader? discuss its characteristics with examples.

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b.)Explain the subsequent design choices of a loader.
Linkage editor
Dynamic linking.

14.a)Explain recursive macro expansion in detail.

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b)Write a notes on MASM macro processor.

15.a)Give a brief notes about editing process in text editor.

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b)Explain briefly the relationship ranging from system software.

Earning:   Approval pending.