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The Correct answer is (i) and (iv) are correct

Key Points

• ​IaaS is a cloud computing model that provides virtualized computing resources over the internet such as servers, storage, and networking.
• Users can rent infrastructure on demand instead of buying and maintaining physical hardware.
• Rackspace is a cloud computing company that provides IaaS solutions, including managed servers, storage, and networking.
  • It allows users to deploy virtual servers and cloud infrastructure.
• AWS is one of the leading IaaS providers globally.
  • Services like Amazon EC2 (Elastic Compute Cloud) offer on-demand computing infrastructure.

Additional Information

• Duraspace:
  • DuraSpace is not an IaaS provider. It focuses on open-source repository platforms like DSpace and Fedora for digital preservation and data management.
  • It is relevant to digital libraries, not cloud infrastructure.
• Liblime:
  • Liblime offers library automation solutions, particularly Koha (an open-source ILS).
  • It does not provide IaaS infrastructure services.

Software as a Service (SaaS)-

• It is a software licensing and delivery model in which software is licensed on a subscription basis and is hosted centrally.
• It is also known as "on-demand software" and Web-based/Web-hosted software.
• It includes the services such as - GoogleDoc, GoogleApps, OpenID, Adobe

Platform as a Service (PaaS)-

• It is a category of cloud computing services that allows customers to instantiate, run, and manage a modular bundle comprising a computing platform and one or more applications.
• It removes the complexity of building and maintaining the infrastructure typically associated with developing and launching the application(s)
• It allows developers to create, develop, and package such software bundles.
• It includes Cloud Services such as - LibLime, OSSLab, N-LARN project in India, Polaris, and Exlibris.

Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)-

• ​It is a cloud computing service model by means of which computing resources are supplied by a cloud services provider.
• This service enables users to free themselves from maintaining an on-premise data center.
• IaaS involves the use of a cloud orchestration technology like OpenStack, Apache CloudStack, or OpenNebula. 
• It includes the services such as - Amason Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2), Amazon Simple Storage Solution (S3), and Dropbox Cloud storage.

The Correct answer is (i) and (iii) are correct.

Key Points

• XPointer (XML Pointer Language):
  • A syntax designed to point to specific parts within an XML document.
  • Unlike a regular URL that links to a whole document, an XPointer allows you to go deeper and pinpoint a specific element, attribute, or section inside an XML file.
  • XPointer is explicitly a syntax for pointing to parts of XML documents.
• XFragments:
  • ​Another syntax is under development for referencing specific parts of XML documents
  • Just like XPointer, XFragments are also meant for pointing inside XML structures.

Additional Information

• XML stands for eXtensible Markup Language. It is a markup language much like HTML, but it is designed to store, transport, and structure data, not to display it.
• An XML document has a tree structure and consists of:
  • Elements (tags): Like

The Correct answer is A-3, B-1, C-2, D-4.

Key Points

• The LAMP stack is a bundled set of four open-source software technologies widely used by developers to create websites and web applications.
• LAMP stands for Linux (the operating system), Apache (the web server), MySQL (the database server), and PHP (the programming language).
• These technologies work together to build and maintain web content.
• The LAMP architecture, representing the layers of this technology stack, comprises the following components:
  • Linux: Linux is an open-source operating system that forms the foundational layer of the LAMP stack, providing a versatile and customizable environment for hosting web applications.
  • Apache: Apache is an open-source web server, serves as the second layer. It stores website files and facilitates communication with browsers using HTTP. When a browser requests a webpage, Apache processes the request, retrieves the necessary files, and sends the information back to the browser.
  • MySQL: MySQL, the third layer, is an open-source relational database management system. It is used to store, manage, and query information in relational databases. Developers use MySQL to store application data, and the web server queries this data when users search for information.
  • PHP: PHP, the final layer, is a scripting language integrated into HTML. It allows websites to run dynamic processes, handling real-time or updated information. Developers use PHP to ensure cohesive processing of requests from browsers, enabling interactions between the web server, database, and operating system.

Key Points

• VPN (Virtual Private Network) and EzyProxy are technologies used to provide secure remote access to digital resources.
• They are particularly useful in libraries for allowing patrons to access e-resources such as journals, databases, and e-books from remote locations.
• Remote Access enables users to utilize library resources without being physically present in the library.
• VPN creates a secure connection over the internet, encrypting data and ensuring privacy, which is essential for accessing licensed e-resources.
• EzyProxy is a web proxy server that helps libraries manage and simplify access to e-resources by authenticating users based on their affiliations with the library.

 Additional Information

• Online Public Access Catalogue (OPAC)
  • OPAC is an online database of materials held by a library or group of libraries.
  • It allows users to search for books and other library materials via a web-based interface.
  • OPAC is a digital replacement of the traditional library card catalog.
• Online Cataloguing
  • Online cataloguing refers to the process of creating and managing digital records for library materials.
  • This process uses metadata standards like MARC (Machine-Readable Cataloging) to ensure the consistent description of resources.
• Remote Cataloging
  • Remote cataloging involves cataloging library materials from a remote location.
  • This can be useful for libraries with distributed staff or for cataloging collections that are not physically located at the main library.

The Correct answer is Access Management.

Key Points

• Shibboleth is primarily used for Access Management.
• Shibboleth serves as a single sign-on log-in system for computer networks and the Internet, enabling users to access various systems across federations of organizations or institutions with a unified identity.
• These federations, often comprised of universities or public service entities, are supported by the Shibboleth Consortium.
• Originating from Internet2, the Shibboleth project is now managed by the Shibboleth Consortium.
• Key software components include the Shibboleth Identity Provider and the Shibboleth Service Provider, both implementing Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML).
• Initiated in 2000, Shibboleth aimed to facilitate resource sharing among organizations with incompatible authentication systems. After a year of architectural planning, Shibboleth IdP 1.0 was released in July 2003, followed by Shibboleth IdP 1.3 in August 2005.

The correct answer is "System Software".

Key Points

• Linux is an open-source Unix-like operating system, Linux is based on the Linux kernel.
• Linux was developed by Linus Torvalds, and Linux was released in September 1991.
• Linux was written in C and assembly language. 

Additional Information

• Multimedia Software-
  • it is the combination of text, audio, images, animation, or videos to produce interactive content.
  • Examples of Multimedia Software are - VLC Media, KM Player, VidMate, iTunes, Windows Media Player, etc.
• Library Software- 
  • Software that is designed to manage all the functions of a library is known as Library Software.
  • Examples of Library Software are - CodeAchi, Libero, World Share Management Services, etc.​
• System Software-
  • A System Software is a type of computer program that runs a computer's hardware and application software.
  • It provides a platform for other software.
  • Examples of System Software are - operating systems (OS) like macOS, Linux, Android, Microsoft windows, etc.​
• Content Management Software-
  • Content Management Software enables users to create, edit, collaborate, publish and store digital content.
  • Examples of System Software are - WordPress, Magneto, Jumla, etc.

The Correct answer is Interactive editing of documents.

Key Points

• Word processing software:
  • ​Word processing software refers to applications designed for the manipulation, editing, and formatting of text, paragraphs, and pages.
  • This term encompasses three main types: electronic, mechanical, and software-based word processors.
  • Word processing software serves the purpose of basic editing and design, allowing users to manipulate text within documents.
  • It includes features for editing, formatting, and designing pages
  • In contrast, a word processor is a device that combines functions such as editing, input, formatting, and text output, often with additional features.
  • Main features and applications of word processing software:
    • Document Creation:
    • Text Editing:
    • Formatting Tools
    • Spell Checking and Grammar Checking
    • Template etc.
  • Examples:
    • Wordpad
    • Microsoft Word
    • Lotus word pro
    • Notepad
    • WordPerfect (Windows only),
    • AppleWorks (Mac only),
    • Work pages
    • OpenOffice Writer

The Correct answer is Disc Cleanup Tool.

Key Points

• Utility software refers to programs designed to help manage, maintain, and control computer resources.
• The Disc Cleanup Tool is a utility software designed to free up space on your hard drive by removing temporary files, system files, and other unnecessary data.
• Other options, such as Microsoft PowerPoint, Adobe Illustrator, and Skype, are application software used for creating presentations, graphics, and communication, respectively, but they are not considered utility software.

Additional InformationOperating system:

• An operating system (OS) is essential software that manages computer hardware and software resources, providing services for computer programs.
• It allows users to interact with the computer through a user interface, typically graphical (GUI) or command-line (CLI).
• The OS handles various tasks such as memory management, process scheduling, input/output operations, and file management.
• It acts as an intermediary between the user and the computer hardware, enabling users to execute applications and perform various tasks efficiently.
• Examples include Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android.
• Application Software:
  • ​Application software refers to a type of computer software that is designed to perform specific tasks or applications for the user.
  • It is distinct from system software, which manages and operates the computer itself.
  • Application software can range from simple tasks such as text editing to complex functions like database management and video editing.
  • Examples.
    • Microsoft Word, Google Chrome, QuickBooks Etc.
• System Software:
  • ​System software is a type of computer program that provides a platform for running application software and managing computer hardware.
  • It acts as an intermediary between the hardware and the application software, facilitating the functioning of the computer system.
  • Examples.
    • Operating Systems (OS), Device Drivers, etc.
• Utility software:
  • ​Utility software refers to a type of system software designed to help manage, maintain, optimize, and configure a computer system.
  • It provides essential tools that aid in enhancing the overall performance, security, and functionality of the system.
  • Utility software often includes a variety of applications that cater to different aspects of system management.
  • Examples.
    • Antivirus Software, Disk Cleanup, and Optimization Tools, Backup Software etc.

The Correct answer is Animations.

Key Points

• Animations:
  • In the context of cartoon characters, animations involve creating a series of images, often frames, that, when played in sequence, give the illusion of motion.
  • This technique is widely used in cartoons, animated films, and other digital media to make characters move, emote, and interact within their animated world.
  • Animation is often compared to live-action films, but the distinction is not absolute.
  • Filmmakers frequently produce hybrid films that incorporate elements of both animation and live-action.
  • With the advancement of CGI, filmmakers can seamlessly integrate 3D animations into their films, providing a more efficient alternative to practical effects for visually stunning effects (VFX).

Additional Information

• Designs:
  • ​In a general sense, "designs" refer to the process of creating a plan or specification for the construction of an object, system, or concept.
  • It involves intentional decision-making regarding the structure, appearance, and functionality of the intended outcome.
  • Designs can be found in various fields, including graphic design, industrial design, architecture, and more.
• Simulations:
  • ​Simulations" involve imitating the operation of a real-world process or system over time.
  • This technique is used in various fields such as science, engineering, training, and entertainment.
  • Simulations aim to replicate real-world scenarios for analysis, training, or experimentation without the need for direct interaction with the physical environment.
• Illustrations:
  • ​Illustrations" refer to visual representations or interpretations created to accompany, clarify, or enhance a text, idea, or concept.
  • Illustrations can take various forms, including drawings, paintings, diagrams, or digital images.
  • They are widely used in literature, textbooks, advertisements, and artistic expression to convey information or evoke emotions.

The Correct answer is (B) and (D) are correct.

Key Points

• A user interface refers to the part of an operating system, program, or device that allows a user to enter and receive information
• CUI stands for Character User Interface. It is a user interface where the user interacts with the computer solely through the keyboard and requires a command to perform any task
• It works by allowing the user (client) to issue commands as one or more lines of text (referred to as command lines) to a program.
• Examples CUIs are MS-DOS and the UNIX.

​Additional Information

• GUI stands for Graphical User Interface.
• A GUI enables users to interact with the operating system or application. It performs quick calculations of arithmetic and frees up the CPU to perform other tasks.
• It offers buttons, windows, scrollbars, iconic images, wizards, and other icons to facilitate users. 
• MS-Windows is the most popular GUI for personal computers.

The correct answer is A, D, C, B.

Key Points

• FORTRAN;
  • Fortran (FORMula TRANslator) was created in 1954, and its commercial release was in 1957.
  • Developers are John Backus and IBM.
  • Software for NASA probes voyager-1 (space probe) and voyager-2 (space probe) was initially written in FORTRAN 5.
• ALGOL:
  • Algorithmic Language (ALGOL) -  Algorithmic Language (ALGOL) is a high-level programming language originally developed in 1958.
  • ALGOL is specifically designed for expressing mathematical, symbolic programming, and scientific computations.
  • ALGOL heavily influenced many other languages and was the standard method for algorithm description used by the Association for Computing Machinery in textbooks and academic sources for more than thirty years.
• BASIC:
  • BASIC is one of the simplest and earliest high-level programming language supports in all operating systems.
  • John G. Kemeny and Thomas E. Kurtz designed the original BASIC language DartmouthBasic in 1964.
    • The main motto is that all students should be able to use computers in every field.
  • With the use of BASIC, people started developing custom software on their personal computers for their business, profession, etc.
• PASCAL:
  • The PASCAL is considered a high-level programming language and was developed in the year 1970 by Niklaus Wirth.
  • PASCAL is using Algol-based language.
  • PASCAL is very easy to learn.
  • The computer platform can support PASCAL

Additional Information

• COBOL:
  • ​It stands for COmmon Business-Oriented Language
  • In 1959, a group of programmers devised COBOL.
  • Programs written in COBOL could run on more than one manufacturer’s computer. 
• C:
  • ​It is a general-purpose, procedural programming language and the most popular programming language now.
  • C came into being in the years 1969-1973, in parallel with the early development of the Unix operating system; the most creative period occurred in 1972.
  • All the code that was previously written in assembly language gets replaced by the C language like operating system, kernel, and many other applications.
• JAVA:
  • Java was created at Sun Microsystems, Inc., where James Gosling led a team of researchers in an effort to create a new language that would allow consumer electronic devices to communicate with each other.
  • Java was first released in 1995.

The correct answer is Application Software.

Key Points

• D-Base is a Database Management Software
• It was developed by Ashton-Tate, Wayne Ratliff
• It is based on C Language.

Additional Information

• Application Software
  • ​It refers to the software that performs specific functions according to the need of the user.
  • Examples- Ms office, PowerPoint, etc.
• System Software 
  • ​It refers to the software which provides a platform for other software to run.
  • Ex- Windows, MS-Dos, etc
• Internal Storage
  • ​It refers to the space available in a device to keep the system files, applications, and User files.
  • There are two types of Internal storage, Primary and Secondary.
• External Storage
  • It refers to storing data separately from a computer's main or primary storage.
  • Example- Pendrive

The correct answer is Servers:

Key Points

•  Server:
  • ​A server is a computer program or device that provides a service to another computer program and its user, also known as the client.
  •  A single server can serve multiple clients (Multi-user), and a single client can use multiple servers.
  • The server is part of the client–server model; in this model, a server serves data for clients.
  • The role of a server is to share data as well as share resources and distribute work.
• Desktop PCs:
  • A desktop computer (often abbreviated desktop is a personal computer designed for regular use at a single location on or near a desk due to its size and power requirements.
  • The three most common operating systems for personal computers are Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux.
• Embedded computers;
  • An embedded system is a computer system—a combination of a computer processor, computer memory, and input/output peripheral devices—that has a dedicated function within a larger mechanical or electronic system.
  • Linux and Android are two powerful operating systems used in most embedded systems today.
• Hand-held computers:
  • A handheld personal computer (PC) is a pocket-sized computer typically built around a clamshell form factor and is significantly smaller than any standard laptop computer, but based on the same principles.
  • Most handheld PCs use an operating system specifically designed for mobile use.
• Types of Handheld Operating Systems are as follows:
  • Palm OS.
  • Symbian OS.
  • Linux OS.
  • Windows. Android

Additional Information

•  An Operating System (OS) is a collection of programs that acts as an interface between a user of a computer and the computer hardware.
• Single-User/Single-Tasking OS An operating system that allows a single user to perform only one task at a time is called a Single-User Single-Tasking Operating System.
  • Examples are MS-DOS, Palm OS, etc.
• A multi-user operating system allows the permission of multiple users for accessing a single machine at a time

The correct answer is ​(A) - (ii), B - (iv), C - (i), D - (iii)

Key Points

• An operating system (OS) is a program that, after being initially loaded into the computer by a boot program, manages all of the other application programs in a computer.
• A single-tasking system: A single-tasking system can only run one program at a time.
• A multi-tasking operating system allows more than one program to be running concurrently.
• A distributed operating system manages a group of distinct, networked computers and makes them appear to be a single computer, as all computations are distributed (divided amongst the constituent computers).
• Embedded operating systems are designed to be used in embedded computer systems. They are designed to operate on small machines with less autonomy.
• A real-time operating system is an operating system that guarantees to process events or data by a specific moment in time.

Additional Information

Some important operating systems:

The correct answer is Linux.

Key Points

•   Linux:
  • Linux is one of the popular versions of the UNIX operating System and it was developed by Linus Torvalds in 1991.
  • It is free to use. Linux was designed considering UNIX compatibility. Its functionality list is quite similar to that of UNIX. Though open source it adheres to standards of UNIX – POSIX and Linux file system standards (FSSTND).
  • Basic Features of Linux
    • Portable ( Machine independent)
    • Open Source
    • Multi-User
    • Multiprogramming
    • hierarchical
    • File System
    • Shell
    • Security
  • Linux Operating System has primarily three components: Kernel, System Library, and System Utility.
• Windows 7:
  • Windows 7 is a personal computer operating system developed by Microsoft. It is a part of the Windows New Technology (NT) family of operating systems. Windows 7 was released to manufacturing on July 22, 2009, and became generally available on October 22, 2009.
  • The primary features of Windows 7 are:
    •  Start Menu
    • Taskbar and Notification Area
    • Windows Snipping Tool
    • Windows Explorer Favorites
    • Windows Explorer Libraries 
• IBM Z/VM:
  • z/VM is the current version of IBM's VM family of virtual machine operating systems. z/VM was first released in October 2000 and remains in active use and development as of 2022.
  •  It can be used to support large numbers (thousands) of Linux virtual machines.
  • On 16 September 2022, IBM released z/VM Version 7.3 which requires z/Architecture, implemented in IBM's EC12, BC12 and later models
• Apple MAC OS:
  • MAC OS is the operating system designed to run on Apple laptops and desktop computers. As Apple grew and strengthened the ecosystem through the years, macOS operating system version history evolved too.
  • Mac OS X 10.0 (Cheetah) March 24, 2001: was the first version and macOS 13 (Ventura) Fall 2022 is the latest version.

Additional Information

• Operating System (OS) acts as an interface between a user and a computer. It controls all computer resources and provides an environment in which a user can execute programs.
• Machine-independent OS; A term applied to software that is not dependent on the properties of a particular machine, and can therefore be used on any machine. Such software is also described as portable.
• Machine dependent'  OS is commonly used to describe software that can run only on a specific type of hardware, such as a specific processor.