Info Systems Chapter 4 - Practice Questions Flashcards
“______________” are sequences of instructions for the computer?
Computer Programs
“______________” describes the program function to help the user operate the computer system?
Documentation
When 2 or more people work together to achieve a common goal, they form a(n)?
Workgroup
The “______________” is the heart of the OS and controls the most critical processes?
Kernel
“______________” help to perform maintenance or correct problems with a computer system?
Utility Program
“______________” software filters incoming and outgoing packets, making sure that hackers or their tools are not attacking the system?
Firewall
The term “______________” is used to describe software that allows different systems to communicate and exchange data?
Middleware
A “______________” uses modular application services to allow users to interact with systems and systems to interact with each other?
Service-Oriented Architecture
True or False, using an ASP makes most sense for relatively small, fast-growing companies with limited IS resources?
True
“______________” help people, groups, and organizations store useful information, such as a list of tasks to complete or a set of names and addresses?
Personal Information Management (PIM) Software
A “______________” is a collection of single programs packaged in a bundle
Software Suite
“______________” software is designed to support teamwork, whether people are in the same location or dispersed around the world
Work-Group Application
A software “__________” is a defect in a computer program that keeps it from performing in the manner intended
Bug
A “__________” permits you to install the software on one computer, or sometimes two computers, used by one person
Single-User License
“__________” software is distributed, typically for free, with the source code also available so that it can be studied, changed, and improved by its users
Open-Source
