What is network topology? How is ring topology different from star topology and mesh topology? Mention the pros and cons of each of them.
What is system software? Explain the various types of system software with their usages. What are the characteristics of system software?
What is computer memory? Discuss the various types of source and memory in a computer system.
Attempt any Eight questions
[8×5=40]Based on size, describe the classes of a computer.
How do ALU and CPU work in the central processing unit?
How is decimal to binary conversion done? Convert (15.34)10 to binary.
What are binary coding schemes? How can you represent signed and unsigned numbers?
What is an IP address? How are computers on the internet identified through IP addresses?
Explain the significance of data warehousing and data mining in computer systems.
What is computer security? How is digital signature used to ensure security in computer systems?
Differentiate between static RAM and dynamic RAM.
Write short notes on:
a) Instruction set
b) Logic Gates


