PA Computer Hardware and Software Flashcards
An organization needs an IT component for accessing the internet and internet resources.
Which IT component should be used?
A. Software as a service
B. Web browser
C. HTML
D. Enterprise software application
Correct Answer: B. Web browser
Explanation:
A web browser is the primary IT component used to access the internet and its resources. It provides an interface for users to interact with web-based content using protocols like HTTP and HTTPS. Other options, like software as a service (SaaS) or enterprise applications, depend on a web browser for delivery, but the browser itself is the essential tool.
An IT manager is evaluating the possibility of using open-source software for business operations.
What is an example of open-source, as opposed to proprietary, software?
A. Google Chrome web browser
B. IBM mainframe
C. Windows operating system
D. Mozilla Firefox web browser
Correct Answer: D. Mozilla Firefox web browser
Explanation:
Open-source software allows users to access, modify, and distribute its source code freely. Mozilla Firefox is an open-source web browser, making it different from proprietary software like Google Chrome or Windows OS, which are closed systems controlled by their respective companies.
What is an economic advantage of new information systems in an organization?
A. Reduced internal management costs
B. Increased market demand
C. Greater availability of raw materials
D. Enhanced morale
Correct Answer: A. Reduced internal management costs
Explanation:
New information systems improve operational efficiency, automate processes, and streamline management functions, leading to a reduction in internal costs. This economic advantage supports cost-effective decision-making and resource utilization.
Which benefit is associated with the organizational use of the internet?
A. Prompt internal and external interactions
B. A centralized customer base
C. Greater information security
D. More personal customer interactions
Correct Answer: A. Prompt internal and external interactions
Explanation:
The internet facilitates real-time communication, collaboration, and interaction across internal teams and external stakeholders. It enhances speed and efficiency in decision-making and operations, making prompt interactions a key benefit.
Which outcome has resulted from virtualization as a trend of emerging information technology?
A. The ability to process units of data as 0, 1, or both simultaneously
B. The need to wipe data from devices remotely
C. The possibility of accessing computing resources in ways not restricted by geographic location
D. The use of wearable devices to deliver information without task interruption
Correct Answer: C. The possibility of accessing computing resources in ways not restricted by geographic location
Explanation:
Virtualization enables computing resources to be abstracted from physical hardware, allowing remote and location-independent access. This is a cornerstone of cloud computing and modern IT infrastructures.
Based on trends in IT, companies are able to utilize clean energy-powered data centers.
Which trend has led to this impact on organizations?
A. Virtualization
B. Consumerization of IT
C. Edge computing
D. Green computing
Correct Answer: D. Green computing
Explanation:
Green computing emphasizes energy-efficient and environmentally friendly technologies. This trend has driven the adoption of clean energy-powered data centers, reducing environmental impact while maintaining computational performance.
Which organizational effect should management expect with new information system applications?
A. Changes to business processes
B. Greater market demand
C. Slow inventory adjustments
D. Greater marketing effectiveness
Correct Answer: A. Changes to business processes
Explanation:
New information systems often automate, optimize, or completely reimagine existing business processes. These changes lead to improved efficiency, better resource management, and enhanced decision-making.
What is an important consideration for hardware capacity planning?
A. Employee turnover
B. Changes in business volume
C. Needed interactivity
D. Business culture
Correct Answer: B. Changes in business volume
Explanation:
Hardware capacity planning ensures that IT infrastructure can handle current and future workloads. Anticipating changes in business volume, such as growth or seasonal spikes, is essential to avoid performance bottlenecks and underutilized resources.
