BACHELOR OF LIBRARY AND SCIENCE 

June, 2013

BLS-7 : INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY : BASICS

1.1 Explain the characteristics of a computer and discuss the significant features of modern computer technology.

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1.2  What is application software ? Discuss the components which are essential for its design. Describe the commonly used software packages.

2.1  Describe the functional components of a telecommunication network. Discuss the importance of standards and protocols in this regard.

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2.2 Describe the salient features of CDS/ISIS (micro-version).

3.1 Discuss the objectives and essential functional requirements of automated circulation system.

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3.2 What is SDI ? Explain the components of an SDI system.

4.1 What are the different groups of databases available on CD-ROM ? Discuss the selection criteria of databases on CD-ROM. List the hardware and software requirements for searching CD-ROM databases.

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4.2 Explain the methodology of information system planning, analysis and design.

5.0 Write short notes on  any three of the following :

(in about  300  words each) :

(a)  Truncation

(b)  Subject directories

(c)  Delnet

(d)  Network services

(e)  Characteristics of www