The Institute of Cost and Works Accountants of India 2010 CWA Intermediate Information Systems and Technology - Question Paper
June 2010: The Institute of Cost and Works Accountants CWA Intermediate: info Systems and Technology: June 2010 University ques. paper
CWA Inter - Stage I : Information Systems and Technology - June 2010
1-6(IST)
Revised Syllabus
Time Allowed : 3 Hours Full Marks : 100
The figures in the margin on the right side indicate full marks.
Answer Question No. 1 which is compulsory and any five questions from the rest.
Marks
1. (a) Match Column (1) with Column (2) and write your answers only in A, B, , 1x10 J for each part below:
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Handshaking |
A. |
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(ii) |
Modulator |
B. |
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(iii) |
Pixels |
C. |
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(iv) |
Baud |
D. |
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(v) |
Modulus |
E. |
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(vi) |
Cache |
F. |
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(vii) |
memory |
G. |
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(viii) |
Mnemonic |
H. |
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(ix) |
Iteration |
I. |
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(x) |
Multimedia |
J. |
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Gateway |
Interconnecting two computer networks of different architecture Helping us to remember Communication between two pieces of hardware
Repetitive operation based on the parameters Combination of text, graphics, video, animation and sound Converts a signal for transmission Increases the speed of processing Pertaining to calculation of check digit Picture elements of individual dots that form an image on the PC screen Measurement of data transmission speed.
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(i) One of the objectives of information system auditing is safeguarding of
(ii) _support system refers to a problem solving system.
(iii) The purpose of_check bit is to prevent data corruption
during the process of data transfer.
(iv) Audit_locates the original source of input for verification.
(v) Network components of three basic building blocks viz. ________ ,
clients and communication media.
(c) Each statement below is either TRUE or FALSE. Choose the most appropriate one:
(i) Compiler converts machine language to a high level language program.
(ii) Upload implies transfer of a file from a local connected device to a remote computer.
(iii) In the Windows System, a Folder is a storage area for Files and Subfolders.
(iv) Undefined terms in computer programs constitute logical errors.
(v) Packet switching on the Internet refers to method of data movement.
2. (a) What are the steps involved in the implementation of ERP? What are the
benefits to be derived after implementation?
(b) Calculate the decimal and hexadecimal equivalent of octal number 333.
2+2
2
2+2+4
2+2
2+2
2x4
(c) How do you justify computer to be termed as a system?
3. (a) How do you distinguish Internet from Internet? What are the purposes
served by Intranet? Describe the various types of advantages from availability of Intranet.
(b) In the context of Information Technology Act, 2000, explain the following terms:
(i) Electronic Record and Unauthorised Access
(ii) Authentication and Authorization.
4. (a) Distinguish between the following:
(i) LAN and WAN;
(ii) Auditing around the computer and auditing through the computer;
(iii) Distributed and proprietary databases;
(iv) Preventive and detective controls;
(b) Write the full form of the following abbreviations:
1x5
(i) B-ISDN;
(ii) DML;
(iii) IDEA;
(iv) GUI;
(v) EFTS;
(c) Define Private Key and Public Key under IT Act, 2000.
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1+4
3+3
5
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5. (a) Who are End Users in a DBMS and how they may be categorized?
(b) What are the features of SAP? Name three platforms for the application of SAP.
(c) What are the factors to be considered before changeover to a new information system?
6. (a) What is the role of Database Administrator in a database environment?
(b) Clarify the inter-relationship among system, sub-system, synergy and
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