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Why is it essential to know what information will be needed from the database from the
outset of development? Select all that apply.
- ANSWER By knowing the purpose, the developer can determine how many fields are
needed in the database.
The purpose determines the structure of the database.
The developer can determine which data types would help fulfill the purpose.
Which of the four main components of a computer is described by this statement: This
component executes all of the arithmetic and logic operations and is responsible for
controlling (commanding) all of the components in the computer.
- ANSWER CPU
Which type of software includes programs such as Microsoft Word and PowerPoint? -
ANSWER Application
As a new sales manager, Edgar is studying the historical and current sales report
numbers to determine the top three salespersons of the year. At which stage of the
DIKW hierarchy is Edgar working?
- ANSWER Information
Which of the following statements best describes the difference between information
systems and information technology?
- ANSWER An information system does not have to use computer hardware; whereas
information technology re‐ quires the use of hardware and software.
In 2nd generation computers, which of the following high-level programming languages
was created to be business-oriented?
- ANSWER COBOL
What is the definition of business intelligence? - ANSWER Business intelligence is a
term used to reflect the knowledge a business can create by analyzing data gathered
from multiple sources.
In this network topology ALL devices have a single point-to-point connection with a
central device.
- ANSWER STAR network
,A ____________ is also known as a datasheet.
- ANSWER Database Field
________,
sometimes referred to as middleware, facilitate the communication of hardware and
software.
- ANSWER Device driver
The role of a ______ ______ is to respond to requests most typically come from web
browsers, such as HTTP
- ANSWER Web server
The _____ keyword in SQL is used to inform the DBMS of the specific criteria the data
should match to be returned as the output of the query
. - ANSWER WHERE
A program written in a high-level language must be converted into __________ code to
be executed by the computer. - ANSWER Machine
__________ uses the concept of reflection of light through a core made up of glass or
plastic. - ANSWER Optical wire
Which project phase consists of determining the objectives and activities, organizing the
activities, and estimating the time and costs? - ANSWER Planning
Which of the following is/are true of the IPOS cycle? - ANSWER Once words, numbers
or images are entered, a computer processes the data into useable information that can
then be accessed to answer questions or meet specific needs.
Which of the following is an accurate definition of a computer system?
- ANSWER A computer system is a collection of hardware and software components
that work together to meet the needs of the user.
Which of the following would NOT require the use of a network? - ANSWER Loading a
statistical program on your personal computer.
This database structure format organizes data using a tree-like or organizational chart
type structure (i.e. parent-child structure).
- ANSWER Hierarchal
Which of the following best describes the differences between memory and the hard
drive? - ANSWER Memory stores instructions and data used by programs in the
moment; whereas a hard drive stores data, programs, and files that can be accessed at
a future time.
, Which two are both types of scripting languages?
- ANSWER Ruby and Python
An operating system will write and change data to multiple hard drives at the same time
so that if something happens to one hard drive, another hard drive is available to speed
up data recovery. This statement best describes which of the following? - ANSWER
Data mirroring
A local area network (LAN) - ANSWER Allows hardware sharing within one office
All of the following are parts of a URL except for:
- ANSWER LAN
In a SQL query, the __________ operation combines two tables together? - ANSWER
JOIN
What is the definition of information technology?
- ANSWER It is the technology used to create, maintain, and make information
accessible.
Which IT position has the responsibillity of working with routers and switches? -
ANSWER Network Administrator
In which generation were silicon chips first used in computers? - ANSWER Third
generation
Which low-level language corresponds one to one with assembly?
- ANSWER machine language
What allows an organization to use software through the internet? - ANSWER Saas or
Software as a Service
What is one of IT's role in golobalization?
- ANSWER It allows companies to reach a wider customer base.
Which category of computer has an external flat screen monitor, optical disk drive, and
a large capacity hard drive?
- ANSWER Desktop
Which two software application packages would be classified as productivity software? -
ANSWER Spreadsheet program and word processor
Which two computer peripherals are connected to the computer through a port? -
ANSWER External microphone and USB flash drive
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