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Quiz1 "Introduction to the Profession" Flashcards

1
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most _________ require some mathematical background.

A

computer science programs

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Ranges from theory through programming to cutting-edge development of computing solutions.

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Computer Science

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Offers a foundation that permits graduates to adapt to new technologies and new ideas

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Computer Science

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4
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The work of computer scientists falls into three
categories:

BS
SI D
AC R CV DF

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a. designing and building software

b. storing information in databases

c. addressing particular challenges in areas such as robotics, computer vision, or digital forensics

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5
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concerned with the information that computer systems can provide to aid a company, non-profit or governmental organization in defining and achieving its goals.

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Information system

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6
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also concerned with the processes that an enterprise can implement and improve using information technology

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Information system

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7
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Information system professionals must:

T and Of
help Orga DeterHow IT EBP FfSOP

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a. understand both technical and organizational factors

b. be able to help an organization determine how information and technology enabled business processes can provide a foundation for superior organizational
performance

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8
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is a label that has two
meanings. In common usage, the term
“_________________” is often used to refer to all of computing.

A

Information technology

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As a name of an undergraduate degree program, it refers to the preparation of students to meet the computer technology needs of business, government, healthcare, schools, and other kinds of organizations.

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Information technology (IT)

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10
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possess the right combination of
knowledge and practical, hands-on expertise to take care of both an organization’s information technology infrastructure and the people who use
it.

what people

A

IT professionals

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11
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They assume responsibility for selecting hardware and software products appropriate for an organization.

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Information technology

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12
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They integrate those products with organizational needs and infrastructure, and install, customize and maintain those applications, thereby providing a secure and effective environment that supports the activities of the organization’s computer users.

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Information technology

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13
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IT discipline require special skills such as (2):

Understand H NS c ‘n s
R S U ‘n EnE

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  • Understanding how networked systems are composed and structured
  • Important software systems concerns such as reliability, security, usability, and effectiveness and efficiency for their intended purpose
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14
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Department in business or government agency that employs people in computer-related jobs

A

information technology (IT) department

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15
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Responsible for keeping all computer operations and networks operating smoothly

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information technology (IT) department

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16
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Manufacturers and distributors of computers and computer-related hardware.

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computer equipment field

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17
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Careers involve design,
manufacture, and production of computer equipment

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computer equipment field

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18
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What is the computer software field?

PL
P
SE
CS

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Project leader
Programmer
Software engineer
Computer scientist

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19
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analyzes requirements, designs solutions, and oversees software development process

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Project leader

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20
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writes and tests computer programs

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Programmer

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21
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designs and develops software

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Software engineer

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22
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researches, invents, and develops solutions to complex software problems

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Computer scientist

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23
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Provides preventative maintenance, component installation, and repair services

A

computer service and
repair field

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24
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Installs, maintains, and repairs hardware

A

Computer technician

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25
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need general understanding of computers and specific knowledge of the product they are selling

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Computer sales people

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26
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Schools, colleges, universities, and private companies need educators and trainers.

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career opportunities in education and training

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27
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_________ teach employees how to use software, design and develop systems, and program

A

Corporate trainers

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28
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Individual who draws upon expertise in specialized area of computers

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IT consultant

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29
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What are the three broad disciplines in higher education that produce the majority of entry-level employees in the computer industry?

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  1. computer information
    systems (CIS)
  2. computer science
    (CS)
  3. computer engineering (CE)
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30
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Programs that emphasize
technical knowledge and skills

A

computer information
systems (CIS)

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31
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computer information
systems (CIS) sometimes called _________

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(MIS) or management information system

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32
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Programs that stress theoretical side of programming and operating systems

A

computer science
(CS)

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33
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Also called software
engineering.

A

computer science
(CS)

34
Q

Teaches students how to design and develop the electrical components found in computers and peripheral devices.

A

computer engineering (CE)

35
Q

Required courses include application and systems programming, data and file structures, networks, and operating systems.

A

computer engineering (CE)

36
Q

How do companies advertise computer- related job openings?

linkin
canva

A

➢Web sites specialized in helping people find jobs.

➢allow job seekers to submit resumes online

37
Q

What are some organizations for computer professionals?

(ACM)
(AITP)

A

➢Association for Computing Machinery (ACM)—science- oriented

➢Association of Information Technology Professionals (AITP)—programmers, systems analysts, and information processing managers

38
Q

Collection of people with common computer equipment or software interests

A

user group

39
Q

How can you stay informed about the computer industry?

A

➢Computer industry publications

➢News, blogs, and technical Web sites

40
Q

Process of verifying technical knowledge in a particular area

A

certification

41
Q

Proficiency is acknowledged
with _____________

A

certification

42
Q

Enhances employee’s career, provides better standing as industry professional, and higher salaries and bonuses

A

certification

43
Q

_________ provide access to technical information, advanced training, and discounts on publications and tools

A

Vendors

44
Q

________ defines standards designed to raise
competence level for computer industry

A

Institute for Certification of Computer Professionals (ICCP)

45
Q

What options are available to prepare for certification?
Ss
Otc
ILT
Wr

A

Self-study
Online training classes
Instructor-led training
Web resources

46
Q

What are examinations like?

A

➢Taken using computers

➢Some are multiple choice, others are skill based

➢With computerized adaptive testing, the tests analyze a person’s responses while taking the test

47
Q

Focus on knowledge of
application software

what certification

A

application software certifications

48
Q

Sometimes called
end-user certifications

A

application software certifications

49
Q

sponsored by IBM

A

BM Certified Professional for Lotus Software

50
Q

Focus on particular skills—user, operator, system administrator, and system engineer

what certification

A

operating system certifications

51
Q

sponsored by Novell

A

Certified Linux Professional
(CNP)

52
Q

Recognition of programming training

what certification

A

programming certifications

53
Q

Broadens knowledge and skill base

what certification

A

programming certifications

54
Q

Recognition of general knowledge of hardware and controlling software needed to set up, maintain, and repair a computer

what certification

A

hardware certifications

55
Q

Can be narrowly or broadly focused

what certification

A

hardware certifications

56
Q

Awarded to professionals who demonstrate expertise in planning, installing, managing, and troubleshooting a network

what certification

A

networking certifications

57
Q

Discovery, collection, and analysis of evidence found on computers and networks

what certification

A

computer forensics certifications

58
Q

Certificate holders are considered highly credible during computer crimes case

what certification

A

computer forensics certifications

59
Q

Measure a candidate’s ability to identify and control security risks to computer resources

what certification

A

security certifications

60
Q

Require technical expertise in networking hardware and configuration

what certification

A

Internet certifications

61
Q

Include Web management, Web programming, and Web development certifications

A

Internet certifications

62
Q

Awarded for knowledge of a specific database management system

what certification

A

database system certifications

63
Q

Test the various tasks a database management staff must perform

what certification

A

database system certifications

64
Q

_______________ continues to be a trend to watch because its effects on how we live, work and play are only in the early stages.

A

Artificial Intelligence

65
Q

refers to computers systems built to mimic human intelligence and perform tasks such as recognition of images, speech or patterns and decision making.

A

Artificial Intelligence

66
Q

can do these tasks faster and more accurately than humans.

A

Artificial Intelligence

67
Q

Is a subset of AI.

A

Machine Learning

68
Q

Computers are programmed to learn to do something they are not programmed to do.

A

Machine Learning

69
Q

They learn by discovering patterns and insights from data.

A

Machine Learning

70
Q

some subsets of Machine
Learning.
Nn
NLP
DL

A

Neural networks

Natural language processing (NLP)

Deep learning

71
Q

________ is the use of software to automate business processes such as interpreting applications, processing transactions, dealing with data, and even replying to emails.

A

Robotic Process Automation or RPA

72
Q

offers security that is useful in many other ways. In the simplest of terms, ________ can be described as data you can only add to, not take away from or change.

A

Blockchain

73
Q

are consensus-driven so no one entity can take control of the data.

A

Blockchain

74
Q

Cloud computing is no longer the emerging technology.

A

Edge Computing

75
Q

Cloud computing has become mainstream, with major players AWS (Amazon Web Services), Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud dominating the market.

A

Edge Computing

76
Q

is designed to help solve some problems of cloud computing as a way to bypass the latency caused by cloud computing and getting data to a data center for processing

A

Edge Computing

77
Q

immerses the user in an environment.

A

Virtual Reality (VR)

78
Q

enhances their environment.

A

Augment Reality (AR)

79
Q

might not seem like emerging technology but it is evolving just as other technologies are.

A

Cyber security

80
Q

_______ will continue to find ways to get through even the toughest security measures.

A

Hackers

81
Q

enables devices, home appliances, cars and much more to be connected to and exchange data over the Internet.

A

Internet of Things

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