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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