DIS Flashcards
refers to raw, unorganized facts or figures
that are collected and stored
Data
refers to information that can be represented using only two
possible values, typically 0 and 1
Binary Data
encompasses information that is not
restricted to two possible values
Non-Binary Data
the processed and organized
form of data. It is data that has been
analyzed, structured, and given context.
Information
It refers to a conceptual
framework wherein input in the
form of data
The INPUT – PROCESS – OUTPUT
(I-P-O) Model
It is a group of organized interdependent components that interact with
and complement one another to achieve one or more predetermined
goals.
System
a system is the sum of its parts glued into one distinct entity
Unitary Whole
a system is made up of functionally oriented
Composed of parts
boundaries separate the system from its environment
Bounded
the parts are related and have definite
interactions and interdependencies.
System Parts Interact with Each Other
Each system is likely to be part of another larger system. Just as it is likely to be divided into subsystems.
Hierarchical
The components all work toward a particular purpose of function.
Goal Oriented
Characteristics of a System
Unitary Whole
Composed of Parts
Bounded
System Parts Interact With Each Other
Hierarchical
Goal-Oriented
Elements of a Computer System
- Data
- Peopleware
- Hardware
- Software
supported by auxiliary or
peripheral; simply refers to computer
equipment
Hardware