M1S1 Types of Systems🧩 Flashcards
What are the types of system?
Physical or Abstract
Open or Closed
Man-Made System
A system consists of tangible entities that may be static or dynamic in operation.
Physical or Abstract
A system that can be static like computer parts or dynamic like programs/application.
Physical
A system that is conceptual like a representation or model of a real system.
Abstract
Physical system is also known as
Tangible
Abstract system is also known as
Conceptual/Non Physical
An/a ___________ interacts with its environment, receiving inputs and delivering outputs.
open system
What are the five characteristics of an open system?
- Input from outside
- Entropy
- Process, output, and cycles
- Differentiation
- Equi-finality
Open systems are self-adjusting and self-regulating.
Input from outside
All dynamic systems tend to degrade over time (down time/ overload).
Entropy
Open systems operate in cycles, following a continuous flow path.
Process, output, and cycles
Open systems tend to specialize functions and differentiate their components over time.
Differentiation
Goals are achieved through different courses of action and paths within open system
Equi-finality
A/an ___________ on the other hand, is isolated from external influences. It is completely rare.
closed system
An information system serves as the interface between the user and the analyst, offering instructions, commands, and feedback.
Man-made information system
