IGNOU BCOS-183 December 2023 Previous Year Question Paper

Q1.Discuss the Generation wise evolution of computers. Also differentiate between the following : 6+12+2

(a) System softwares and Application softwares

(b) Digital computer and Hybrid computer.

(c) Mini computers and Super computers Give advantages and disadvantages of computers. [ 2 ]

Q2.What is an Operating System ? Briefly discuss the purpose of operating system. Also explain the important functions of operating system.

Q3.Explain the term “Business Information System” with suitable example . Briefly discuss the classification of business in terms of ownership. Also list the operational scenarios under each class, and differentiate between sole proprietorship and partnership model. (10+6+4)

Q4.Write short notes on the following : 4×5=20

(a) Limitations of file processing systems over Database Management System (DBMS)

(b) Data Models and its types

(c) Role of Database Administration

(d) Decision support system and its functionalities

(e) Data Abstraction and data independence

Q5.Compare Data Protection Directives (DPD) and General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) on the grounds of various policy issues. List and discuss the steps for securing the business data in current digital age. 5+15 [ 3 ]

Q6.What is Capital Budgeting ? Discuss the syntax of MS-Excel and role of IRR method and NPV method to compare the projects with different cost and cash inflow . Support your discussion with suitable example. (5+5+5+5)

Q7.Explain the following : 4×5=20

(a) Business presentation and its types

(b) Logical function in Excel

(c) Mail-merge and its components

(d) CAPTCHA Code

(e) Enterprise Resource Planning

Q8.What is Digitization ? Explain the impact of Digitization on Business world, with suitabl e examples. 5+15 [ 4 ] BCOS–183 2023 –183 6+12+2 [ 5 ] BCOS–183 10+6+4 (Abstraction) (DPD) (GDPR) [ 6 ] BCOS–183 5+5+5+5 (CAPTCHA)