Question 1

Open-source software is freely available.

Accepted Answer

Open-source software is designed in a way that it can be freely used, modified, and distributed by anyone. There are no licensing fees or restrictions on usage.

Question 2

One of the primary benefits of using an enterprise software solution is the short time period required for implementation.

Accepted Answer

The implementation of enterprise software solutions can be complex and time-consuming, requiring significant planning, customization, and testing before it can be fully deployed. However, the long-term benefits of using such a solution usually outweigh the initial costs and time investment involved.

Question 3

Information technology services firms, packaged software providers, vendors of enterprise-wide solution software, open-source software, and in-house development are sources of software.

Accepted Answer

These are all common sources of software.

Question 4

Information technology services firms do not use the same methodologies, techniques, and tools that companies use to develop systems in-house.

Accepted Answer

Service firms will generally employ the same techniques, methodologies and tools that a company would use to develop systems in-house.

Question 5

Using enterprise software solutions, a firm can integrate all parts of a business process in a unified information system.

Accepted Answer

Enterprise software solutions are designed to integrate all parts of a business process into a single, unified information system. This can include functions such as accounting, human resources, and inventory management, among others. By providing a centralized platform for managing these various components, businesses can streamline their operations, improve efficiency, and reduce costs.

Question 6

Cloud computing is slower in allowing a user accesss to internal applications.

Accepted Answer

Cloud computing, by its nature of being internet-based, can actually provide faster access to applications and data compared to traditional on-premise systems.

Question 7

One reason for cloud computing is that it frees up internal staff.

Accepted Answer

With cloud computing, the responsibility of managing servers, storage, and software applications is shifted to the cloud service provider, freeing up internal staff to focus on other business areas.

Question 8

A turnkey system is a system that integrates individual, traditional business functions into a series of modules so that a single transaction occurs seamlessly within a single information system rather than several separate systems.

Accepted Answer

A turnkey system is a complete, ready-to-use system that can be easily implemented without significant customization, not necessarily one that integrates business functions into modules.

Question 9

A company may consider outsourcing if it feels that its core mission does not involve managing an information systems unit and that it might achieve more effective computing by turning over all of its operations to a more experienced, computer-oriented company.

Accepted Answer

Outsourcing is a common strategy for companies that want to focus on their core mission and delegate certain business functions to specialized external providers. This can often result in cost savings, improved quality of service, and increased flexibility. In the case of information technology (IT) outsourcing, a company may choose to outsource its entire IT operations to a more experienced and specialized IT service provider in order to achieve more effective computing and free up resources for its core business activities.

Question 10

For many organizations, the most cost-effective way to manage payroll operations is through in-house development.

Accepted Answer

In-house development requires significant investment in time, resources, and expertise, and may not be the most cost-effective way to manage payroll operations for many organizations. Outsourcing or using specialized payroll software may be more cost-effective options.

Question 11

Cloud computing is a low-cost access method to corporate quality data.

Accepted Answer

Cloud computing allows businesses to store and access data remotely, often at a lower cost than traditional on-premises solutions. This can provide smaller businesses or startups with access to high-quality data that they might not have been able to afford otherwise.

Question 12

The concept of a third-party provider running applications at remote sites and charge rent or a licensing fee to the organization is called cloud computing.

Accepted Answer

This is a correct statement. Cloud computing refers to the delivery of computing services (including servers, storage, databases, networking, software, analytics, and intelligence) over the Internet, thus enabling organizations to rent or license access to these resources from third-party providers.

Question 13

In many instances, off-the-shelf software can meet over 80 percent of an organization's needs.

Accepted Answer

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Question 14

Referencing enterprise solutions, the difference between the modules and traditional approaches is that the modules are integrated to focus on the business functional areas, rather than on business processes.

Accepted Answer

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Question 15

Outsourcing refers to turning over responsibility of some or all of an organization's information systems applications and operations to an outside firm.

Accepted Answer

This statement accurately describes outsourcing.

Question 16

Cloud computing always complies with government regulations.

Accepted Answer

While cloud computing can comply with government regulations, it is not always guaranteed. It is important for organizations to ensure that the cloud service provider they choose complies with the necessary regulations and industry standards.

Question 17

By 2013, over half of all the world's corporate computing will be done using cloud computing.

Accepted Answer

This statement was made in a 2011 survey by IT consultancy Gartner, and it is estimated that the prediction came true.

Question 18

The primary concern of cloud computing is reliability.

Accepted Answer

The reliability of cloud computing is a major concern since it is dependent on internet connectivity, service providers, and the security of data in the cloud. Downtimes and data breaches can cause significant damage to organizations, making reliability a top priority for cloud computing.

Question 19

Outsourcing can include having a firm develop and run another firm's application on its computers.

Accepted Answer

This is a possible form of outsourcing called application outsourcing, where a company contracts another company to develop, manage and maintain a software application on their behalf. The application can run on the service provider's computers or on a third-party cloud infrastructure.

Question 20

Open-source software is developed by employees of a particular company.

Accepted Answer

Open-source software is developed by a community of contributors, not just employees of a particular company. Companies may contribute to open-source software development, but it is not exclusively developed by their employees.

Quiz 2: The Sources of Software