Question 1

Match each of the following terms with its corresponding description.
-The organizational process of changing over from the current information system to a new one
A)Direct installation
B)Installation
C)Parallel installation
D)Phased installation
E)Single location installation

Accepted Answer

The answer of Match each of the following terms with...

Question 2

Match each of the following types of testing with its corresponding definition.
-The process whereby actual users test a completed information system, the end result of which is the users' acceptance of it
A)Integration testing
B)System testing
C)Stub testing
D)Acceptance testing
E)Alpha testing
F)Beta testing
G)Recovery testing
H)Security testing
I)Stress testing
J)Performance testing

Accepted Answer

Acceptance testing is the process whereby actual users test a completed system, with the end goal of acceptance or rejection.

Question 3

Match each of the following types of user documentation with its corresponding description.
-This type of documentation consists of an exhaustive list of the system's functions and commands, usually in alphabetical order.
A)Acceptance sign-off
B)Release description
C)Reference guide
D)System administrator's guide
E)User's guide

Accepted Answer

A reference guide typically provides an exhaustive list of the system's functions and commands in alphabetical order.

Answer: D
 A system administrator's guide provides users with information on how to manage and maintain the system.

Answer: E
 A user's guide typically provides users with basic instructions on how to use the system.

Answer: A
 An acceptance sign-off is a document that serves as a formal acceptance of the system by the user.

Answer: B
 A release description provides users with information about the system and its updates or changes, including new features and bug fixes.

Question 4

Match each of the following terms with its corresponding definition.
-A measurement of error occurrences that can be tracked over time to indicate the quality of a system
A)Adaptive maintenance
B)Baseline modules
C)Build routines
D)Configuration management
E)Corrective maintenance
F)Maintainability
G)Maintenance
H)Mean time between failures
I)Perfective maintenance
J)Preventive maintenance

Accepted Answer

Mean time between failures is a measurement of error occurrences that can be tracked over time to indicate the quality of a system.

Answer: A
 Adaptive maintenance is the type of maintenance that involves modifying a software system to make it work in a changing environment or to extend its capabilities.

Answer: C
 Build routines are scripts or programs that automate the building of a software system from its source code.

Answer: D
 Configuration management is the process of identifying, organizing, and controlling changes to the software, hardware, documentation, and other artifacts that make up a system.

Answer: E
 Corrective maintenance is the type of maintenance that involves identifying and fixing defects in a software system.

Answer: F
 Maintainability is the ease with which a software system can be modified or repaired.

Answer: G
 Maintenance is the process of keeping a software system operational and up-to-date.

Answer: I
 Perfective maintenance is the type of maintenance that involves improving the performance, efficiency, or usability of a software system.

Answer: J
 Preventive maintenance is the type of maintenance that involves taking proactive measures to prevent defects from occurring in a software system.

Answer: K
 System librarian is a person or team responsible for managing the software artifacts and documentation of a software system, often including version control, build management, and release management.

Question 5

Match each of the following terms with its corresponding definition.
-The ease with which software can be understood, corrected, adapted, and enhanced
A)Adaptive maintenance
B)Baseline modules
C)Build routines
D)Configuration management
E)Corrective maintenance
F)Maintainability
G)Maintenance
H)Mean time between failures
I)Perfective maintenance
J)Preventive maintenance

Accepted Answer

Maintainability refers to the ease with which software can be understood, corrected, adapted, and enhanced.

Question 6

Match each of the following types of testing with its corresponding definition.
-The bringing together of all the programs that comprise a system for testing purposes; programs are typically integrated in a top-down, incremental fashion.
A)Integration testing
B)System testing
C)Stub testing
D)Acceptance testing
E)Alpha testing
F)Beta testing
G)Recovery testing
H)Security testing
I)Stress testing
J)Performance testing

Accepted Answer

The answer of Match each of the following types of...

Question 7

Match each of the following terms with its corresponding description.
-Trying out a new information system at one site and using the experience to decide if and how the new system should be deployed throughout the organization
A)Direct installation
B)Installation
C)Parallel installation
D)Phased installation
E)Single location installation

Accepted Answer

The answer of Match each of the following terms with...

Question 8

Match each of the following terms with its corresponding definition.
-Changes made to a system to evolve its functionality to changing business needs or technologies
A)Adaptive maintenance
B)Baseline modules
C)Build routines
D)Configuration management
E)Corrective maintenance
F)Maintainability
G)Maintenance
H)Mean time between failures
I)Perfective maintenance
J)Preventive maintenance

Accepted Answer

E) Corrective maintenance: Correcting defects or errors in a system to restore its perfect working order
F) Maintainability: The ease with which a system can be maintained or modified over time 
G) Maintenance: The process of keeping a system or application functioning properly 
I) Perfective maintenance: Making improvements to a system to enhance its functionality or performance 
J) Preventive maintenance: Proactive maintenance performed on a system to prevent issues or defects from occurring 
Answer: A, E, F, G, I, J 
 Each term is matched with its corresponding definition.

Question 9

Match each of the following types of testing with its corresponding definition.
-This type of testing determines how the system performs on the range of possible environments in which it may be used.
A)Integration testing
B)System testing
C)Stub testing
D)Acceptance testing
E)Alpha testing
F)Beta testing
G)Recovery testing
H)Security testing
I)Stress testing
J)Performance testing

Accepted Answer

Performance testing measures the system's ability to handle different levels of load, which includes testing its performance under various environments.

Question 10

Match each of the following terms with its corresponding description.
-Running the old information system and the new one at the same time until management decides the old system can be turned off
A)Direct installation
B)Installation
C)Parallel installation
D)Phased installation
E)Single location installation

Accepted Answer

Parallel installation involves running the old and new systems at the same time until the new system is fully implemented and the old system can be turned off.

Question 11

Match each of the following types of user documentation with its corresponding description.
-This type of documentation allows users to test for proper system installation and then signify their approval of the new system with their signatures.
A)Acceptance sign-off
B)Release description
C)Reference guide
D)System administrator's guide
E)User's guide

Accepted Answer

Acceptance sign-off documentation is used to allow users to test the new system and then indicate their approval through a signature. This confirms that the system has been installed properly and is functioning correctly.

Question 12

Match each of the following types of user documentation with its corresponding description.
-This document is typically ordered by how often tasks are performed and how complex they are.
A)Acceptance sign-off
B)Release description
C)Reference guide
D)System administrator's guide
E)User's guide

Accepted Answer

A User's guide is typically organized by the frequency and complexity of tasks, helping users perform tasks efficiently.

Question 13

Match each of the following types of user documentation with its corresponding description.
-This type of documentation is intended primarily for those who will install and administer a new system and contains information about the network on which the system will run, software interfaces for peripherals such as printers, troubleshooting, and setting up user accounts.
A)Acceptance sign-off
B)Release description
C)Reference guide
D)System administrator's guide
E)User's guide

Accepted Answer

The description provided clearly matches that of a system administrator's guide, which provides information about installation, administration, troubleshooting, and system configuration.

Answer: C
 A reference guide contains detailed information about system features, commands, and options and is typically used as a resource for users who need more detailed information beyond what is provided in a user's guide.

Answer: E
 A user's guide is intended for end-users who will be using a system or application and typically contains information about features, navigation, and basic troubleshooting.

Question 14

Match each of the following types of testing with its corresponding definition.
-User testing of a completed information system using real data in the real user environment
A)Integration testing
B)System testing
C)Stub testing
D)Acceptance testing
E)Alpha testing
F)Beta testing
G)Recovery testing
H)Security testing
I)Stress testing
J)Performance testing

Accepted Answer

The answer of Match each of the following types of...

Question 15

Match each of the following types of testing with its corresponding definition.
-This type of test tries to break the system.
A)Integration testing
B)System testing
C)Stub testing
D)Acceptance testing
E)Alpha testing
F)Beta testing
G)Recovery testing
H)Security testing
I)Stress testing
J)Performance testing

Accepted Answer

Stress testing is a type of testing that tries to break the system by testing its limits and capabilities under extreme conditions.

Question 16

Match each of the following types of user documentation with its corresponding description.
-This type of documentation contains information about a new system release, including a list of complete documentation for the new release, features and enhancements, known problems and how they have been dealt with in the new release, and information about installation.
A)Acceptance sign-off
B)Release description
C)Reference guide
D)System administrator's guide
E)User's guide

Accepted Answer

Release description contains information about a new system release, including a list of complete documentation for the new release, features and enhancements, known problems and how they have been dealt with in the new release, and information about installation.

Answer: C 
 Reference guide provides detailed information about the product and how it works, including technical information, troubleshooting tips, and best practices.

Answer: D 
 System administrator's guide provides information for those responsible for installing, configuring, and maintaining the system.

Answer: E 
 User's guide contains instructions on how to use the product and its features, targeted towards end-users.

Answer: A 
 Acceptance sign-off is not a type of user documentation. It refers to a formal confirmation that the system has met all requirements and can be accepted for deployment.

Question 17

Match each of the following types of testing with its corresponding definition.
-A technique used in testing modules, especially where modules are written and tested in a top-down fashion, where a few lines of code are used to substitute for subordinate modules
A)Integration testing
B)System testing
C)Stub testing
D)Acceptance testing
E)Alpha testing
F)Beta testing
G)Recovery testing
H)Security testing
I)Stress testing
J)Performance testing

Accepted Answer

The answer of Match each of the following types of...

Question 18

Match each of the following types of testing with its corresponding definition.
-This type of testing verifies that protection mechanisms built into the system will protect it from improper penetration.
A)Integration testing
B)System testing
C)Stub testing
D)Acceptance testing
E)Alpha testing
F)Beta testing
G)Recovery testing
H)Security testing
I)Stress testing
J)Performance testing

Accepted Answer

Security testing verifies protection mechanisms against unauthorized access or malicious attacks.

Question 19

Match each of the following terms with its corresponding description.
-Changing over from the old information system to a new one by turning off the old system as the new one is turned on
A)Direct installation
B)Installation
C)Parallel installation
D)Phased installation
E)Single location installation

Accepted Answer

The answer of Match each of the following terms with...

Question 20

Match each of the following terms with its corresponding description.
-Changing over from the old information system to a new one incrementally, starting with one or a few functional components and then gradually extending the installation to cover the whole new system
A)Direct installation
B)Installation
C)Parallel installation
D)Phased installation
E)Single location installation

Accepted Answer

Phased installation involves transitioning to a new system gradually, starting with a few functional components and then extending to the whole system.

Quiz 10: Systems Implementation and Operation

Match each of the following terms with its corresponding description. -The organizational process of changing over from the current information system to a new one

Match each of the following types of testing with its corresponding definition. -The process whereby actual users test a completed information system, the end result of which is the users' acceptance of it

Match each of the following types of user documentation with its corresponding description. -This type of documentation consists of an exhaustive list of the system's functions and commands, usually in alphabetical order.

Match each of the following terms with its corresponding definition. -A measurement of error occurrences that can be tracked over time to indicate the quality of a system

Match each of the following terms with its corresponding definition. -The ease with which software can be understood, corrected, adapted, and enhanced

Match each of the following types of testing with its corresponding definition. -The bringing together of all the programs that comprise a system for testing purposes; programs are typically integrated in a top-down, incremental fashion.

Match each of the following terms with its corresponding description. -Trying out a new information system at one site and using the experience to decide if and how the new system should be deployed throughout the organization

Match each of the following terms with its corresponding definition. -Changes made to a system to evolve its functionality to changing business needs or technologies

Match each of the following types of testing with its corresponding definition. -This type of testing determines how the system performs on the range of possible environments in which it may be used.

Match each of the following terms with its corresponding description. -Running the old information system and the new one at the same time until management decides the old system can be turned off

Match each of the following types of user documentation with its corresponding description. -This type of documentation allows users to test for proper system installation and then signify their approval of the new system with their signatures.

Match each of the following types of user documentation with its corresponding description. -This document is typically ordered by how often tasks are performed and how complex they are.

Match each of the following types of testing with its corresponding definition. -User testing of a completed information system using real data in the real user environment

Match each of the following types of testing with its corresponding definition. -This type of test tries to break the system.

Match each of the following types of testing with its corresponding definition. -A technique used in testing modules, especially where modules are written and tested in a top-down fashion, where a few lines of code are used to substitute for subordinate modules

Match each of the following types of testing with its corresponding definition. -This type of testing verifies that protection mechanisms built into the system will protect it from improper penetration.

Match each of the following terms with its corresponding description. -Changing over from the old information system to a new one by turning off the old system as the new one is turned on

Match each of the following terms with its corresponding description. -Changing over from the old information system to a new one incrementally, starting with one or a few functional components and then gradually extending the installation to cover the whole new system