INFORSY-LEC1A (QUIZ 1)

Question 1

The study of people, process,
technology, organizations, and the
relationships among them.

____ is a people-oriented field with an
emphasis on service through
technology.

Answer 1

Management Information System

Question 2

The Networked Humans

Answer 2

Homo Conexus

Question 3

derived from the Latin word datum, a
given or fact, which might take the form of a number, a statement, or a picture. Raw
Material in the production of information

Answer 3

Data

Question 4

facts or conclusion that have
meaning within a context. Data that has been transformed into output that is valuable to users. Raw Data is rarely meaningful or useful as information.

Answer 4

Information

Question 5

consists of data and/or information that
have been organized and processed to convey understanding, experience, accumulated learning, and expertise as they apply to a current business problem

Answer 5

Knowledge

Question 6

an array of interrelated components
that work together to achieve a common goal, or multiple goals, by accepting input,
processing it, and producing output in an
organized manner.

Answer 6

System

Question 7

CLOSED VS OPEN SYSTEM
stand alone, with no connection to
another system.

Answer 7

Closed

Question 8

CLOSED VS OPEN SYSTEM
interfaces and interacts with other
systems

Answer 8

Open

Question 9

consists of all the components that work together to process data and produce information. Combines information technology, process (or procedure), and people to support business requirements.

Answer 9

Information system

Question 10

combination of database, hardware, network and software products and services that people use to manage, access, communicate, and share information.

Answer 10

Information technology

Question 11

consists of everything in the physical layer
of the information system. Example: servers, workstations, networks, telecommunication equipment, fiber-optic cables and other technology based infrastructure.

Answer 11

Hardware

Question 12

refers to the programs that control the
hardware and produce the desired information or results. Software consists of system software and application software

Answer 12

Software

Question 13

controls the flow of data, provides data security, and manages network operations. Manages the hardware components, which include a single workstation or a global network with many thousands of clients. Example: operating systems, security software, utility programs.

Answer 13

System Software

Question 14

consists of programs that support day-to-day business functions and provide users
with the information they require. Example: Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) – order processing, payroll system, financial system and the like.

Answer 14

Application Software

Question 15

Application software includes ______ (can be adapted for use in many different types of companies) and ______ systems (designed to meet the unique requirements of a specific business or industry)

Answer 15

Horizontal; Vertical

Question 16

composed of systems analysts and programmers who handled information system design, development and implementation.

Answer 16

Application Development

Question 17

provides vital protection and maintenance services for system hardware and software. This group also installs and supports operating systems, in-house software or packages and centralized database management systems.

Answer 17

System Support and Security

Question 18

provides users with technical
information, training and productivity support. The function is sometimes called Help Desk. A help desk staff trains users and managers on application software such as email, word processors, spreadsheets and graphic packages.

Answer 18

User Support

Question 19

involves database design, management, security, backup and user access.

Answer 19

Database Administration

Question 20

includes installation of Local Area Network (LAN) and Wide Area Network (WAN). Provides hardware and software maintenance, support and security.

Answer 20

Network Administration

Question 21

involves design and construction of Web pages, monitoring traffic, managing hardware and software and linking Web-based applications to the company’s
existing information systems.

Answer 21

Web Support

Question 22

team that reviews and tests all application and systems changes to verify specifications and software quality standards.

Answer 22

Quality Assurance

Question 23

team that documents the system or user requirements, business processes or procedures and business cases.

Answer 23

Systems and Procedures

Question 24

A person who investigates, plans, analyzes,
designs, develops, installs, evaluates, maintains and implements information systems.

Answer 24

Systems Analyst

Question 25

The most comprehensive and responsible role that the system analyst takes on is that of an ____________________.

Answer 25

AGENT OF CHANGE

Question 26

An agent of change can be defined as a person who serves as a ____________, __________ and _________________.

Answer 26

catalyst for change; develops a plan for change; works with others in facilitating that change

Question 27

1. Problem Solver – views the analysis of
   the problem as a CHALLENGE and
   systematically tackle the situation at hand
   through skillful application of tools, techniques
   and experience.
2. Communicator
3. Strong Personal and Professional
   Ethics
4. Self – Disciplined
5. Self – Motivated

Answer 27

Qualities of Systems Analyst