DISTANCE EDUCATION
B.C.A. DEGREE EXAMINATION, MAY 2016.
PRINCIPLES OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
(2003 onwards)
Time Three hours Maximum 100 marks
Answer any FIVE questions.
All the questions carry equal marks.
20 100)
1. Explain the six elements of a computer and
communications system.
Describe about connectivity and interactivity in
computer and communications technology.
2. Why we need word processing? Explain its
applications in detail.
What is the purpose of spreadsheet? Explain its
operations and functions.
3. Discuss about video conferencing.
Explain about analog and digital signals in detail.

4. Describe about the criteria for rating secondary
storage devices.
Explain in detail about various types of database
organization.
5. Describe the five steps in programming.
Explain about the object oriented and visual
programming.
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6. Write in detail about database software and
presentation graphics software.
Explain the various integrated software and
internet web browsers.
7. Describe about communication channels and
networks.
Explain the functions of ISDN lines and cable
modems.
8. Describe about the five generations of programming
languages.
Explain about various internet programming
languages.