IT Review Flashcards

Midterms

1
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It is a group of interconnected nodes or computing devices that exchange data and resources where a connection between these devices can be established using cables or wireless media.

A

Network

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2
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It is a component of IT Infrastructure that refers to the applications, which is responsible for managing system resources to be connected.

A

Software

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3
Q

True or False:
Hardware is the physical part that make up a computer such as operating system and other programs.

A

False

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4
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As discussed, give 5 applications of IT in different aspects of life.

A

Education , Governance , Agriculture , Health and Care , Communication

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5
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It is the use of any computers, storage, networking, and other physical devices, infrastructure and procedures to create, to process, to store, to secure, and exchange all forms of electronic data

A

Information Technology

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6
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It is the elements required to operate and manage enterprise IT environment.

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IT Infrastructure

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7
Q

Give 5 benefits of Business from IT.

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  • Increased data security
  • Help business save money
  • A wider talent net
  • Improved productivity
  • Achieving coordination and uniformity
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8
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It is one of the types of IT Risks in Business which is more dangerous because it cannot be controlled

A

External

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9
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The components of IT Infrastructure.

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  • Hardware
  • Software
  • Network
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10
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It is a system used in managing digital processes.

A

Enterprise IT Environment

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11
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The 3 major responsibilities of IT department of an organization.

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Governance , Hardware and Software Infrastructure , Operations

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12
Q

True or False:
One of the roles of IT in business is to enhance competitive advantage.

A

True

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13
Q

It is the practice of making one’s living or making money by producing or buying and selling products.

A

Business

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14
Q

As discussed, choose 4 Uses of IT in Business.

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  • Relationship with Clients
  • Product Development
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Marketing
  • Security
  • Online Storage
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15
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Give 4 ways to protect the business from IT threats.

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  • Conduct a regular employee cybersecurity training.
  • Encrypt sensitive data and create backups.
  • Assess and Monitor Your Vendors
  • Put a Killswitch in Place.
  • Install Firewalls.
  • Reduce your attack surfaces.
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16
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It is one of the types of IT Risks in Business that exists within the organization which can be controlled.

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Internal

17
Q

Refers to the application of business and technical expertise to enable organizations to create, manage, and optimize or access information and business processes.

A

IT Services

18
Q

What are the IT environments?

A
  • On-premises Environment
  • Cloud Environments
  • Hybrid Environments
19
Q

Involve hosting and managing all IT infrastructure within the organization’s physical location, providing full control and security but requiring significant investment in hardware and maintenance.

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On-Premise Environment

20
Q

On the other hand, it involves hosting IT services and resources on a third-party provider’s servers, offering scalability, flexibility, and cost-efficiency.

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Cloud Environments

21
Q

Combine elements of both on-premises and cloud environments, allowing organizations to leverage the benefits of both models.

A

Hybrid Environment

22
Q

Enumerate the Threat to IT.

A
  • Physical
  • Electronic Threat
  • Technical Failure
  • Infrastructure Failure
  • Human Error
23
Q

Enumerate the Different Types of Risks to IT

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  • Internal
  • External
  • Intentional
  • Unintentional
24
Q

It is the activity, set of institutions, and
processes for creating, communicating, delivering, and exchanging offerings that have value for customers, clients, partners, and society.

A

Marketing

25
Q

Use of Information Technology in Marketing

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  • Data-Driven Decision Making
  • Content Marketing
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Digital Advertising
  • Marketing Automation
26
Q

The process of running the business, managing internal workings, handling of resources and engaging in activities as well as ensures everything remains in line.

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Operations

27
Q

Uses of IT in Operations

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  • Inventory Management
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Warehouse Automation
  • Operations Management and Scheduling
  • Point of Sale Systems
28
Q

The management, acquisition, generation, and allocation of financial resources.

A

Finance

29
Q

Uses of IT in Finance

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  • Automation
  • Cloud Computing
  • Data Representation
  • Real-time Analytics
  • Security
30
Q

It involves managing employee affairs concerning recruiting, hiring, training, performance, management, administering benefits, compensation, and firing.

A

Human Resources

31
Q

Uses of IT in HR

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Hiring
Training
Automation
Employee Management
Data Management