Question 1

All of the following are examples of cybercrimes except:
A) Employees or outsiders may change or invent data to produce inaccurate or misleading information.
B) Employees or outsiders modify computer programs to create false information or illegal transactions or to insert viruses.
C) When A calls, a new window automatically pops up on a computer screen with the customer's information and account history.
D) Unauthorized people access computer systems for their own benefit or knowledge or just to see if they can get in.

Accepted Answer

Option C is not an example of cybercrime. It is simply a scenario where a new window pops up on a computer screen with customer information and account history. The other options (A, B, and D) all involve intentional manipulation, modification, or unauthorized access of computer systems or data, which are considered cybercrimes.

Question 2

___________ are designed to produce a variety of information on an organization's activities for both internal and external users.
A) Transaction processing systems
B) Operational support systems
C) Process control systems
D) Management support systems

Accepted Answer

B

Question 3

The current standard for wireless networks is called a:
A) Hot spot.
B) Local area network (LAN).
C) Wide area network (WAN).
D) Wireless fidelity (WiFi).

Accepted Answer

The current standard for wireless networks is known as WiFi or Wireless Fidelity. Hotspot refers to a specific location that provides wireless internet access. LAN and WAN refer to types of networks that can include both wired and wireless connections.

Question 4

Microsoft Outlook is an example of which one of the following types of applications software?
A) Personal information managers
B) Database programs
C) Spreadsheets
D) Word processing

Accepted Answer

Microsoft Outlook is primarily designed as a personal information manager software that includes features for email, calendar/scheduling, task management, and contact management. It is not a database program, spreadsheet software, or word processing application.

Question 5

An organized method for collecting, storing, and communicating past, present, and projected information on internal operations and external intelligence is called _______.
A) Database
B) Information system
C) Management information system
D) Data system

Accepted Answer

An information system is an organized method for collecting, storing, and communicating past, present, and projected information on internal operations and external intelligence.

Question 6

Which one of the following statements concerning a database is incorrect?
A) Databases can be built internally.
B) Databases are centralized integrated collection of data resources.
C) Databases always provide relevant data.
D) Databases act as electronic filing cabinets.

Accepted Answer

Databases may not always provide relevant data, as this depends on the accuracy and completeness of the data entered into the database.

Question 7

A disruptive innovation is called an/a _________________________________________.
A) innovation that entirely changes the present market
B) innovation that sets the entire industry back a few years
C) annoyance that confuses manufacturing
D) service that cannot be replicated and is short-lived

Accepted Answer

A disruptive innovation is an innovation that completely changes the current market by introducing a new product or service that is more affordable, convenient, or accessible to a large number of consumers. It often disrupts existing businesses and can create new markets.

Question 8

Computer-based information systems consist of the following component(s).
A) Computer hardware
B) Computer software
C) Data resource management
D) All of the above

Accepted Answer

Computer-based information systems are composed of computer hardware, computer software, and data resource management. Therefore, all of the above components are necessary for computer-based information systems to function effectively.

Question 9

Telephone service that is transmitted over the Internet instead of through traditional phone lines is called
A) VPN.
B) VPV.
C) IvP.
D) VoIP.

Accepted Answer

VoIP stands for Voice over Internet Protocol and it is a technology that allows voice communication to be transmitted over the internet rather than traditional phone lines.

Question 10

An operational support system that records and processes business transaction data is referred to as a:
A) Management information system
B) Decision support system
C) Process control system
D) Transaction processing system

Accepted Answer

A transaction processing system (TPS) is a type of operational support system that records and processes business transaction data in real-time. It helps organizations collect, store, modify, and retrieve transaction data to support daily business operations. TPS is used in various industries such as retail, finance, and manufacturing to efficiently manage large volumes of transactions.

Question 11

Systems that imitate human thinking through complicated sets of "if-then" rules are referred to as:
A) Process control systems
B) Decision support systems
C) Expert systems
D) Executive Support Systems

Accepted Answer

Systems that imitate human thinking through complicated sets of "if-then" rules are referred to as expert systems. Expert systems are computer programs that emulate the decision-making ability of a human expert. They simulate the reasoning, decision-making, and problem-solving processes of a human expert in a specific domain. Process control systems are used to manage and control industrial processes, Decision support systems are used to support decision making, and Executive Support Systems are used for strategic decision making at the executive level.

Question 12

A centralized integrated collection of data resources is called:
A) Data mining
B) A database
C) An online system
D) Transaction processing system

Accepted Answer

Option B is the correct choice as a database is a centralized integrated collection of data resources used to store and manage data. Option A, data mining, refers to the process of extracting insights or knowledge from large sets of data. Option C, an online system, refers to a system that is available over the internet for access by users. Option D, a transaction processing system, is a type of software system used to manage transactions in an organization.

Question 13

A significant trend in information systems includes:
A) The growing demands of the so-called distributed workforce.
B) The increased use of Internet service providers.
C) On-demand group computing.
D) Cloud and grip computing.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A significant trend in information systems includes:
A)...

Question 14

Which of the following represents inputs for computer hardware?
A) Allow users to enter data and commands
B) Keyboard
C) Mouse
D) All of the above

Accepted Answer

All of the above options represent inputs for computer hardware. The keyboard and mouse are commonly used input devices for users to enter data and commands into a computer.

Question 15

A computer network that is similar to the Internet, but limits access to authorized users is called _________________.
A) Internal internet
B) Network
C) Intranet
D) Extranet

Accepted Answer

An intranet is a private network that is only accessible to authorized users. It is similar to the internet in that it uses the same technology, but it is limited to a specific organization or company. The other options do not accurately describe a network with limited access to authorized users.

Question 16

Using computer-based technology to retrieve and evaluate data in a database for the purpose of identifying trends is called
A) Business intelligence.
B) Data stockpiling.
C) Information mining.
D) Data servicing.

Accepted Answer

Business intelligence refers to the use of technology and statistical analysis to identify patterns and trends in data stored in databases. This allows businesses to make informed decisions based on relevant data. Data stockpiling refers to the accumulation of data without any clear purpose or analysis plan. Information mining is a term often used interchangeably with business intelligence. Data servicing is not a commonly used term in the field of data analysis.

Quiz 14: Using Technology to Manage Information

All of the following are examples of cybercrimes except:

___________ are designed to produce a variety of information on an organization's activities for both internal and external users.

The current standard for wireless networks is called a:

Microsoft Outlook is an example of which one of the following types of applications software?

An organized method for collecting, storing, and communicating past, present, and projected information on internal operations and external intelligence is called _______.

Which one of the following statements concerning a database is incorrect?

A disruptive innovation is called an/a _________________________________________.

Computer-based information systems consist of the following component(s) .

Telephone service that is transmitted over the Internet instead of through traditional phone lines is called

An operational support system that records and processes business transaction data is referred to as a:

Systems that imitate human thinking through complicated sets of "if-then" rules are referred to as:

A centralized integrated collection of data resources is called:

A significant trend in information systems includes:

Which of the following represents inputs for computer hardware?

A computer network that is similar to the Internet, but limits access to authorized users is called _________________.

Using computer-based technology to retrieve and evaluate data in a database for the purpose of identifying trends is called