Write short note on advantages of laptop over desktop PC.
What are the applications of computers?
✅ Long / Comprehensive Questions
What are the uses of Analog Computer?
Define Computer. Explain any three applications in brief.
Define analog computer.
Differentiate between analog and digital computer.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of computer?
What is ASCII?
What is the difference between ASCII and Unicode?
What are the different data representation codes used in computer? Explain.
🎬 Chapter: Multimedia
✅ Very Short Answer Questions
Define Multimedia.
List the elements of multimedia.
What is the difference between static and dynamic media?
Define text in multimedia.
What is the role of graphics in multimedia?
Explain audio in multimedia.
What is video? How is it different from animation?
Define animation.
What is an interactive multimedia system?
What is hypermedia?
✅ Descriptive Questions
Explain the components/elements of multimedia with examples.
Describe types of multimedia.
Explain the applications of multimedia in education, business, and entertainment.
Explain the characteristics of multimedia.
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of multimedia.
Explain the difference between linear and non-linear multimedia.
Describe the role of compression techniques in multimedia.
Discuss the impact of multimedia in modern education.
Explain various multimedia file formats for text, image, audio, and video.
Describe the hardware and software requirements for multimedia systems.
Explain the future trends in multimedia technology.
📘 Unit 2: Computer Hardware and Peripheral
✅ Group A: Very Short Answer Questions (6 × 1 = 6 Marks)
Define Cache Hit Ratio.
What is the primary function of the BIOS (Basic Input/Output System)?
Differentiate between a 'Cold Boot' and a 'Warm Boot'.
Define the term 'DPI' in the context of printers and scanners.
What is the purpose of the 'Program Counter' (PC) register?
Name two non-impact printers commonly used today.
✅ Group B: Short Answer Questions (5 × 5 = 25 Marks)
Explain the Von Neumann Architecture with a neat block diagram.
Differentiate between RAM and ROM. Why is RAM called 'volatile' memory?
Describe the different types of System Buses (Data, Address, and Control Bus) and their specific roles.
What are the main components of a Motherboard? Briefly explain the role of the Chipset (Northbridge/Southbridge).
Explain the working principle of an Optical Mouse vs. a Mechanical Mouse.
✅ Group C: Long Answer Questions (2 × 10 = 20 Marks)
"Memory hierarchy is essential for balancing speed, capacity, and cost." Explain the memory hierarchy in a computer system in detail. Include Cache, Primary Memory, and Secondary Storage in your discussion.
Compare and contrast Impact and Non-Impact printers. Discuss the technology behind Laser printers and Inkjet printers, highlighting their advantages and disadvantages.
📘 Unit 3: Computer Software
✅ Group A: Very Short Answer Questions (6 × 1 = 6 Marks)
Define Utility Software.
What is a GUI (Graphical User Interface)?
Give one example of a Server-side scripting language.
What is meant by 'Proprietary Software'?
Which language translator converts code line-by-line?
What is the role of an Assembler?
✅ Group B: Short Answer Questions (5 × 5 = 25 Marks)
Differentiate between System Software and Application Software with relevant examples.
Compare and contrast Machine Level, Assembly Level, and High-Level Languages.
Explain the differences between Open-source and Proprietary software.
Define Scripting Languages. Differentiate between Client-side and Server-side scripting.
Describe the types of Operating Systems based on the number of users (Single-user vs. Multi-user).
✅ Group C: Long Answer Questions (2 × 10 = 20 Marks)
What is an Operating System? Discuss its major functions and explain the types of Operating Systems based on the User Interface (CLI vs. GUI).
What are Language Translators? Provide a detailed comparison between Compilers and Interpreters, explaining how each processes High-Level Language into Machine Code.
📘 Unit 9: IT Ethics
✅ Group A: Very Short Answer Questions (6 × 1 = 6 Marks)
What is a Patent?
Define Plagiarism.
What is the main goal of 'Ethical Hacking'?
Define Trade Secrets with an example.
What are Professional Codes of Conduct?
Mention one common Intellectual Property issue in the IT industry.
✅ Group B: Short Answer Questions (5 × 5 = 25 Marks)
What is Intellectual Property? Explain the importance of Copyright in the software industry.
Differentiate between Ethical Hacking and Cracking (Unethical Hacking).
Explain the concept of 'Reverse Engineering' and why it is considered a significant IP issue.
What is IT Ethics? Why is it important for IT professionals to follow a code of ethics?
How can an organization encourage the ethical use of IT resources among its users?
✅ Group C: Long Answer Questions (2 × 10 = 20 Marks)
Discuss the various forms of Intellectual Property Rights (Copyright, Patent, and Trade Secrets). Why are these protections crucial for innovation in Information Technology?
Explain the different types of Intellectual Property issues, specifically focusing on Plagiarism and Reverse Engineering. How can a professional code of conduct help prevent these issues?
