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Section A: Long Answer Questions

Attempt any TWO questions.

3 questions·10 marks each
1long10 marks

Explain the generations of computers and the technology used in each generation. Also describe the classification of computers based on size.

computer-basics
2long10 marks

What is data representation? Explain the binary, octal and hexadecimal number systems with conversions among them.

data-representation
3long10 marks

Explain the Internet and its services. Discuss the role of IP addresses, DNS and protocols in Internet communication.

internet
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Section B: Short Answer Questions

Attempt any EIGHT questions.

9 questions·5 marks each
4short5 marks

List and explain the characteristics of a computer.

computer-basics
5short5 marks

Differentiate between primary memory and secondary memory.

memory
6short5 marks

Explain system software with examples.

software
7short5 marks

Explain any four input devices of a computer.

io-devices
8short5 marks

Convert (172)10 into binary, octal and hexadecimal.

data-representation
9short5 marks

What is a network topology? Explain the star topology.

networks
10short5 marks

What is a DBMS? List its advantages.

database
11short5 marks

Explain the components of multimedia.

multimedia
12short5 marks

Write short notes on computer security threats.

security