Tribhuwan University

Institute of Science and Technology

2081.2

Bachelor Level / First Year / First Semester / Science

Bachelors in Information Technology (BIT101)

(Introduction to Information Technology)

Full Marks: 60

Pass Marks: 24

Time: 3 Hours

Candidates are required to give their answers in their own words as for as practicable.

The figures in the margin indicate full marks.

Section A

Long Answers Questions

Attempt any TWO questions.
[2*10=20]
1.
Explain the different types of operating system. [10]
2.
Discuss different types of guided and unguided transmission medium with suitable diagram. [10]
3.
Discuss three levels of database system architecture in detail. [10]
Section B

Short Answers Questions

Attempt any Eight questions.
[8*5=40]
4.
Describe the components of computer. [5]
5.
Differentiate between mainframe and super computers. [5]
6.
What is primary memory? Discuss different types of primary memory. [1+4]
7.
Convert (366)8(366)_8 to hexadecimal. Subtract (1001111)2(1001111)_2 from (1110111)2(1110111)_2. [2+3]
8.
Explain different types of programming languages. [5]
9.
What is cryptography? Explain private key cryptography and public key cryptography. [1+4]
10.
What is computer bus? Explain the working of laser printer. [1+4]
11.
Explain cloud computing. List its advantages. [3+2]
12.
Write short notes on: a) Societal Impacts of IT b) Internet of Things [0+2.5+2.5]