Answer all problems

problem1)

What do you understand by database approach? How is access to databases different from access to traditional computer files? Describe the features of a database.

problem2)

Discuss basic difference between 'data structures’ and 'file structures' and describe their use in the physical design of a database.

problem3)

Differentiate information retrieval from data retrieval. Discuss strategy for effective and efficient search.

problem4)

Enumerate and describe the steps involved in a database search.

problem5)

Discuss rationale and advantages associated with a computerized acquisition sub system in a library. Describe the basic operations involved and the files necessary for the purpose.

problem6)

describe the functions and advantages of a computerized circulation module.

problem7)

What do you understand by news filtering services? describe various modes of providing such services.

problem8)

Discuss the need for digitization in a library. describe the steps involved in the process.

problem9)

prepare brief notes on the following:

a) Digital Reference Service

b) File Transfer Protocol (FTP)

c) Internet Security

d) Extensible Mark-up Language (XML)