Bict 429:Automated Advanced Information Retrieval Question Paper
Bict 429:Automated Advanced Information Retrieval
Course:Information Science
Institution: Kenya Methodist University question papers
Exam Year:2011
FACULTY : COMPUTING AND INFORMATICS
DEPARTMENT : INFORMATION SCIENCE
TIME : 2 HOURS
INSTRUCTIONS Answer THREE Questions in Section A and TWO in Section B
SECTION A
Question 1
a) Giving examples define a multimedia system (5marks)
b) Explain the different media (formats) available. (5marks)
Question 2
Briefly explain the selection criteria you would consider when choosing the browser to use.(10marks)
Question 3
Using diagrams illustrate the use of Booleaon logical ‘AND’ ‘OR’ and ‘NOT’ in information retrieval. (10marks)
SECTION B
Question 5
You have been requested to evaluate an information retrieval system. Using examples discuss the criteria you would use. (20marks)
Question 6
Describe the similarity and differences between data retrieval and information retrieval. (20marks)
Question 7
“Developments in Information Communication Technology (ICT) have enhanced Information Retrieval.” Using relevant examples, discuss this statement. (20marks)
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