BCOS-183 · December 2025 · English
IGNOU BCOS-183 December 2025 Previous Year Question Paper
Computer Application In Business
Structured previous year question paper for BCOS-183, December 2025 session.
Max marks: 100 · Questions: 8
Verified: 29 Jul 2026
BACHELOR OF COMMERCE
(GENERAL) [B.COM.
(G)]
Term-End Examination
December, 2025
BCOS-183 : COMPUTER APPLICATION IN
BUSINESS
Time : 3 Hours Maximum Marks : 100
Note:
(i) Attempt any five questions.
(ii) All questions carry equal marks.
Q1.Discuss the role of computers in bringing Medical Revolution. Also compare Micro Computer, Mini Computer, Mainframe Computer and Super Computer. (5+5+5+5)
Q2.Compare and contrast the following : 5x4=20
(a) Real Time OS and Time Sharing Operating System
(b) Analog Computer and Digital Computer
(c) Straight Line Method and Diminishing Balance Method
(d) System Software and Application Software
(e) SMTP and IMAP
Q3.(a) Discuss the principles of cyber security. Why is user authentication essential in online banking ? Describe identity theft in brief. 6+2+2
(b) Explain the role of IRR method and NPV method in capital budgeting. Give example for each.
Q4.(a) List and explain the components of a research proposal. 10
(b) How does WWW differ from Internet ? Briefly discuss SMTP, IMAP and POP protocol for the configuration of e-mails.
Q5.(a) Describe e-Payment System in Commerce. Explain four different technologies/methods involved in e- Payment system. Also discuss the precautions required in such payment methods. 2+6+2 (७) What is the role of Ratio Analysis in evaluation of any business proposal ? Briefly discuss the following ratios: 10
(i) Current Ratio Gi) Quick Ratio
(iii) Operating Cost Ratio
(iv) Inventory Turnover Ratio
Q6.Write short notes on the following: 5x4=20
(a) Logical functions in Excel
(b) Financial functions in Excel
(c) Structure of DPR
(d) CAPTCHA code and its purpose
(e) OTP and its working
Q7.(a) Describe the term Information Security. Also, discuss ‘Access Control Policy’ and ‘Two-factor Authentication Policy’ to implement information security. 2+4+4
(b) Differentiate between the following : 5+5 @ Sole proprietorship and Partnership firm
(ii) MIS and DSS
Q8.(a) List and explain the steps involved in the preparation of presentation for any business project. 10
(b) Explain the term ‘Cyber Security’. Describe Confidentiality, Integrity and Availability as the fundamental principles of cyber security. 5+5 ०-30378005-183 2.1. 0.