IT Review Flashcards
Midterms
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.
Network
It is a component of IT Infrastructure that refers to the applications, which is responsible for managing system resources to be connected.
Software
True or False:
Hardware is the physical part that make up a computer such as operating system and other programs.
False
As discussed, give 5 applications of IT in different aspects of life.
Education , Governance , Agriculture , Health and Care , Communication
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
Information Technology
It is the elements required to operate and manage enterprise IT environment.
IT Infrastructure
Give 5 benefits of Business from IT.
- Increased data security
- Help business save money
- A wider talent net
- Improved productivity
- Achieving coordination and uniformity
It is one of the types of IT Risks in Business which is more dangerous because it cannot be controlled
External
The components of IT Infrastructure.
- Hardware
- Software
- Network
It is a system used in managing digital processes.
Enterprise IT Environment
The 3 major responsibilities of IT department of an organization.
Governance , Hardware and Software Infrastructure , Operations
True or False:
One of the roles of IT in business is to enhance competitive advantage.
True
It is the practice of making one’s living or making money by producing or buying and selling products.
Business
As discussed, choose 4 Uses of IT in Business.
- Relationship with Clients
- Product Development
- Operational Efficiency
- Marketing
- Security
- Online Storage
Give 4 ways to protect the business from IT threats.
- 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.
It is one of the types of IT Risks in Business that exists within the organization which can be controlled.
Internal
Refers to the application of business and technical expertise to enable organizations to create, manage, and optimize or access information and business processes.
IT Services
What are the IT environments?
- On-premises Environment
- Cloud Environments
- Hybrid Environments
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.
On-Premise Environment
On the other hand, it involves hosting IT services and resources on a third-party provider’s servers, offering scalability, flexibility, and cost-efficiency.
Cloud Environments
Combine elements of both on-premises and cloud environments, allowing organizations to leverage the benefits of both models.
Hybrid Environment
Enumerate the Threat to IT.
- Physical
- Electronic Threat
- Technical Failure
- Infrastructure Failure
- Human Error
Enumerate the Different Types of Risks to IT
- Internal
- External
- Intentional
- Unintentional
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.
Marketing
Use of Information Technology in Marketing
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Content Marketing
- Customer Relationship Management
- Digital Advertising
- Marketing Automation
The process of running the business, managing internal workings, handling of resources and engaging in activities as well as ensures everything remains in line.
Operations
Uses of IT in Operations
- Inventory Management
- Supply Chain Management
- Warehouse Automation
- Operations Management and Scheduling
- Point of Sale Systems
The management, acquisition, generation, and allocation of financial resources.
Finance
Uses of IT in Finance
- Automation
- Cloud Computing
- Data Representation
- Real-time Analytics
- Security
It involves managing employee affairs concerning recruiting, hiring, training, performance, management, administering benefits, compensation, and firing.
Human Resources
Uses of IT in HR
Hiring
Training
Automation
Employee Management
Data Management
