Bachelor in Computer Application Part-I
Paper-III [Fundamental of IT]
Time: 3.00 Hrs. Full Marks: 80
Answer any five questions. All questions carry equal marks.

1. Describe the various generations of computer? What is the difference between an Analog
computer and a Hybrid computer?
2. Discuss various components of a computer system. Also draw the schematic
representation of a computer system.
3. Why is memory required in computer? Explain memory hierarchy with a proper diagram.
4. Explain the use of optical storage devices with suitable examples. How is drive
performance measured? Discuss in brief.
5. What are linkers and loaders? Briefly describe the components of an operating system
and give some suitable examples.
6. How does a computer system handle interrupts? Also explain how interrupts can be
handled quickly?
7. What is computer network? Discuss various LAN topologies with the help of an example
of each type.
8. What is internet? Why is internet surfing done? Explain various hardware and software
required for an internet connection.
9. Define an IP address. Why is an IP configured? Discuss IPv4 addressing and how is it
classified?
10. Write short notes on any four of the following:
a. Domain Name System
b. WWW
c. E-mail
d. FTP
e. Transmission media.