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
