December 1999
SE203 : SOFTWARE ENGINEERING

QUESTION 2

Total Marks: 15 Marks

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(a)

The following statements have been made in relation to software demand:

(i)software demand increased with the use of personal computers

(ii)software demand increased with the use of microprocessors in intelligent products

Based on your understanding of software demand,discuss in some detail each of the two statements.Explain the extent to which you agree with them,or not.

 

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(b)

The use of fourth-generation languages (4GLs)can make a signi .cant impact upon development methods and techniques.

(i)What are the important characteristics of a fourth-generation language,or a fourth-generation technique?[2 marks ]

(ii)With the aid of a diagram,explain how 4GLs (or 4GTs)can be used in different steps of the software development process.

 

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(c)

Explain what is meant by requirements analysis .

 

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(d)

What are the three main objectives of requirements analysis?

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