DISTANCE EDUCATION
M.C.A. DEGREE EXAMINATION, DECEMBER 2017.
First Semester
PRINCIPLES OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
(2005 to 2010 Calendar Year)
Time Three hours Maximum 100 marks
Answer any FIVE questions.
All questions carry equal marks.
× 20 100)
1. Describe the importance of "software" element and
"Hardware" elements in computer technology era.

Discuss on ethics of information technology.
2. Write notes on the following with necessary examples.
Word processing.
Presentation graphics software.
3. Explain the database software that are very useful to
everyone.
4. Give a brief account on:
Web Browsers.
Desktop accessories and personal information
managers.
Sub. Code
11
DE-2742
2
Ws3
5. Compare and contrast internet with intranet.
Give a note on Integrated services digital
network.
6. Narrate the concept of communication networks with its
topology.
7. Write notes on:
Compression and decompression.
Different kinds of secondary storage devices.
8. List and explain the six phases of system analysis
and design.
Explain the concept of object oriented and visual
programming languages.
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