Question 1

All of the following relate to securing assets EXCEPT:
A) Access to networks
B) Access to end-user devices
C) How third-party vendors ensure security
D) The ease with which the system runs after a failure is corrected
E) Access to servers

Accepted Answer

Securing assets is related to protecting and controlling access to the assets to ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Choice D, the ease with which the system runs after a failure is corrected, does not directly relate to securing assets but is more focused on the system's functionality. Choices A, B, C, and E are all related to securing assets by controlling access to networks, end-user devices, third-party vendors, and servers.

Question 2

Which of the following frameworks provides a common approach for organizations to integrate strategic, business and technology management of their information systems?
A) Gartner
B) Federal Enterprise Architecture flexibility
C) TOGAF
D) Virtualization
E) Zachman

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following frameworks provides a...

Question 3

Using a cloud service from Amazon.com, the New York Times was able to:
A) Establish a strong social media presence.
B) Virtualize its mobile application.
C) Quickly digitize old articles without needing to purchase additional infrastructure components.
D) Build a web-based application to search past articles for keywords
E) Standardize its virtualization infrastructure.

Accepted Answer

The use of a cloud service from Amazon allowed the New York Times to quickly digitize old articles without needing to purchase additional infrastructure components, making option C the best choice. There is no indication in the article that the other options were utilized.

Question 4

Which of the following is an example of when a software-defined architecture is most appropriate?
A) A firm can't make the decision and wants software to do it
B) Resources need to be re-allocated dynamically depending on the situation or time of day
C) Sales are expected to be very high
D) Sales are expected to be very low
E) BYOD is discouraged in a firm

Accepted Answer

Software-defined architecture is most appropriate when resources need to be re-allocated dynamically depending on the situation or time of day. This allows for greater flexibility and efficiency in resource management.

Question 5

The primary reason to base an organization's architecture on its strategic goals is to prepare for inevitable ______ in the future.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The primary reason to base an organization's...

Question 6

A legacy system is all of the following EXCEPT:
A) Usually found on a mainframe
B) A system that is already in place, from the past
C) A system that often holds the middle tier of a multiple-tier system.
D) Old systems that often require hard-to-use command languages
E) Systems that most often have detailed information that can be accessed by a system at a higher tier.

Accepted Answer

Legacy systems are typically older systems or software that are still in use because they perform tasks that are still needed. They are not specifically characterized by holding the middle tier of a multiple-tier system; this attribute does not accurately describe what makes a system a legacy system. Legacy systems can indeed be found on mainframes (A), are systems from the past still in use (B), may require hard-to-use command languages due to their age (D), and often contain detailed information that might be accessed by newer systems (E).

Question 7

The idea of concurrently designing IT and business processes is out of the question. Instead, IT should be aligned with existing business processes.

Accepted Answer

The statement is incorrect. Concurrently designing IT and business processes is possible and can lead to better outcomes. The key is to have close collaboration and communication between IT and business teams to ensure alignment and achieve optimal results.

Question 8

Risks associated with cloud computing include all of the following EXCEPT:
A) Increased dependency on third-party suppliers
B) Security
C) Lack of standards for virtual infrastructures
D) Retooling existing applications to move to the cloud
E) Scalability

Accepted Answer

Scalability is not a risk associated with cloud computing, but rather a benefit. It allows for easy and flexible allocation of resources based on demand. The other options A, B, C, and D are all legitimate risks that organizations must consider when adopting cloud computing.

Question 9

The functional specifications such as hardware, software and storage specifications are all part of the __________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The functional specifications such as hardware, software...

Question 10

An enterprise architecture is a complex framework for establishing an IT architecture and infrastructure by defining how IT supports the business processes of the firm.

Accepted Answer

An enterprise architecture is a comprehensive approach for designing and managing an organization's IT infrastructure, applications, data, and technology. It defines the building blocks and standards for integrating technology solutions to support the business strategy and objectives of the firm.

Question 11

The__________________ is the physical location where a company will run and manage centralized computing needs such as servers and mainframe computers.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The__________________ is the physical location where a...

Question 12

Rigid architectures and organizational models are known to hamper the agility needed to grow a business it today's hypercompetitive environment. A traditional____________ IT architectures is considered to be "rigid."

Accepted Answer

The answer of Rigid architectures and organizational models are known...

Question 13

An IT architecture with a high level of flexibility and agility will be in a position to support changing business needs.

Accepted Answer

A flexible and agile IT architecture can quickly adapt to changes in business needs, making it more supportive of the organization's goals and objectives.

Question 14

There are very few mainframe computers still in operation today.

Accepted Answer

Mainframe computers are still widely used today, especially in industries like banking, healthcare, and government for their reliability, scalability, and ability to handle large volumes of transactions and data.

Question 15

Once a IT architecture is decided upon, a manager should leave the design process up to the IT professionals.

Accepted Answer

While IT professionals play a crucial role in the design and implementation of IT architecture, effective management and oversight are essential to ensure that the project aligns with business goals, budget, and timelines. Managers should actively participate in the process to facilitate communication, make strategic decisions, and address any issues that arise.

Question 16

It is predicted that cloud computing utilization will decrease over time.

Accepted Answer

There is no indication or evidence that cloud computing utilization will decrease over time. On the contrary, it is expected to continue to grow as more and more companies and individuals adopt cloud-based services and solutions.

Question 17

All of the following are reasons why a company may choose to use cloud computing for its IT infrastructure EXCEPT:
A) Cost savings
B) Speed to provision additional capacity
C) Reduce dependency on third-party suppliers
D) Consolidation of servers and even the elimination of a data center
E) Reduce server maintenance costs

Accepted Answer

This choice suggests that using cloud computing would actually increase dependency on third-party suppliers, which is the opposite of what is listed. The other choices are all valid reasons companies may choose to use cloud computing.

Question 18

Platforms and__________________ are sometimes described and the technology behind architectures and infrastructures.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Platforms and__________________ are sometimes described and the...

Question 19

Consumerization of IT is growing at a phenomenal rate because employees and ___________ want to use their own devices to access a company's IS.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Consumerization of IT is growing at a...

Question 20

Hypercompetition implies that any architecture must be designed with maximum scalability and _____________ to ensure it can handle the imminent business changes.
A) modularity
B) speed
C) flexibility
D) sustainability
E) availability

Accepted Answer

Hypercompetition necessitates that business models evolve rapidly, leading to the development of new products, services, and processes. As a result, architecture must be designed with maximum flexibility to enable companies to adapt to various circumstances, like changing market conditions or customer preferences. Modularity and speed are useful, but flexibility is the most vital attribute. Sustainability and availability are not directly related to the ability to handle imminent business changes.

Quiz 7: Architecture and Infrastructure

All of the following relate to securing assets EXCEPT:

Which of the following frameworks provides a common approach for organizations to integrate strategic, business and technology management of their information systems?

Using a cloud service from Amazon.com, the New York Times was able to:

Which of the following is an example of when a software-defined architecture is most appropriate?