Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha Vishwavidyalaya 2005 B.C.A Computer Application Operating System and Networking - Question Paper

END-TERM exam
SECOND SEMESTER [BCAM] - J UNE 2005
Paper Code: BCAM110 Subject: Operating System and Networking

Time : three Hours (Reappear) Maximum Marks : 75



Note: Attempt any 5 ques..


Q.1 elaborate memory mapped files. discuss its working and the
details of implementation in any Operating System of your
choice.


Q.2 Name and define 3 kinds of file systems supported by
LINUX.


Q.3 define the file system layout of the LINUX system. Comment
specifically about the utility of the /proc file system.


Q.4 Differentiate ranging from the following: -
(a) Low level and high level language
(b) Procedural and object oriented language
(c) Machine and assembly language


Q.5 “A ll devices in Linux/Unix are files”. Comment.


Q.6 define the working of the subsequent devices:
(a) Modem
(b) Routers
(c) Switch


Q.7 (a) define 2 various LAN topologies.
(b) elaborate the differences ranging from a LAN and a WAN.


Q.8 Write short notes on the following: -
(a) Architecture of an Operating System
(b) Evolution of Operating Systems
(c) Functions of an Operating Systems

Earning:   Approval pending.