Question 1

________ is the term used to refer to the wireless network technology that is becoming increasingly available.
A)Airtech
B)Wi-Not
C)MPEG
D)Wi-Fi

Accepted Answer

Wi-Fi is the commonly used term to refer to wireless network technology.

Question 2

In recent years,a major trend has been a movement from:
A)network systems to mainframe systems.
B)extranets to infonets.
C)desktop PCs to portable wireless technologies.
D)digital technology to analog technology.

Accepted Answer

The trend in recent years has been towards mobility and portability, with an increasing number of users preferring portable wireless technologies like laptops, tablets, and smartphones over desktop PCs. This shift has been driven by advancements in technology and improvements in wireless networks, making it easier for users to access information and communicate on the go. The other options listed are not reflective of current trends.

Question 3

Network computing systems are also known as:
A)mainframe systems.
B)database systems.
C)inner-nets.
D)client/server systems.

Accepted Answer

Network computing systems are commonly known as client/server systems, which involve multiple computers connected to a network where one or more servers provide services to multiple clients. Mainframe systems refer to a specific type of computer architecture, while database systems refer to software for organizing and accessing large sets of data. Inner-nets is not a commonly used term in the field of computer networking.

Question 4

Lernital University is connected to Internet2,and several professors in its school of engineering are engaged in a research project that makes extremely heavy use of the bandwidth this connection provides.In fact,the engineering professors would like to get even more bandwidth.Given the way its designers set up Internet2,the researchers at Lernital:
A)are out of luck.One drawback of Internet2 is that,unlike the regular Internet,the technology of Internet2 can allocate only a fixed amount of bandwidth to each user.
B)may be able to obtain more bandwidth,but only if the university is willing to pay for it.
C)must petition the Internet2 Usage Committee and obtain approval.
D)can install a simple bandwidth amplification card in each computer that compresses data,thus allowing it to flow more rapidly.

Accepted Answer

Internet2 allows for allocation of more bandwidth, but it comes at a cost that the university would need to be willing to pay for. Petitioning the committee or installing bandwidth amplification cards are not mentioned as options.

Question 5

The organizations that benefit the most from an intranet are the ones that:
A)publish information on the intranet that all employees can access.
B)operate the intranet over a mainframe system.
C)base the intranet interface on one of the popular web browsers.
D)develop interactive intranet applications.

Accepted Answer

Developing interactive intranet applications allows for more efficient communication and collaboration among employees. This can lead to higher productivity and better decision-making within the organization. Publishing information on the intranet that all employees can access is also important, but it is not enough to fully utilize the benefits of an intranet. Operating the intranet over a mainframe system or basing the interface on one of the popular web browsers may not have as much impact on intranet effectiveness as developing interactive applications.

Question 6

A key element of Internet2 is:
A)the requirement that all users log on to each site with a unique password.
B)the very-high-speed Backbone Network Service (vBNS).
C)a new security system that eliminates the risk that unauthorized users will be able to access private information.
D)the high speed Resource Allocation Prioritizer (hsRAP).

Accepted Answer

The very-high-speed Backbone Network Service (vBNS) is a key element of Internet2, as it provides the infrastructure for high-speed data transmission between Internet2 participating institutions. The other options are not key elements of Internet2.

Question 7

For the past several years,scientists and engineers at Equatech,Inc.have relied on the Internet to keep in touch with their peers at various universities and research organizations.In recent years these researchers have become frustrated because the increasing congestion on the Internet has disrupted their attempts to communicate and collaborate with colleagues at other institutions.Which of the following developments would be most likely to help Equatech's researchers overcome this problem? Equatech should:
A)set up an intranet.
B)allow its scientists and engineers to telecommute.
C)assign each employee a second e-mail address.
D)gain access to Internet2.

Accepted Answer

Accessing Internet2 would provide Equatech's researchers with high-speed and reliable connectivity, which would allow them to communicate and collaborate more effectively with colleagues at other institutions. This would help overcome the problem of increasing congestion on the Internet. Setting up an intranet or assigning each employee a second email address may improve communication within the organization, but it would not necessarily address the issue of communication with external peers. Allowing scientists and engineers to telecommute may provide some flexibility, but it would not necessarily address the issue of Internet congestion.

Question 8

The most likely reason a firm would decide to establish an extranet would be the desire to:
A)speed the flow of information on its private network by increasing the bandwidth.
B)make the information on its network widely available to the general public.
C)share information and collaborate with a select group of outside organizations or individuals.
D)overcome the speed and capacity limitations of its external connection to the Internet by gaining access to the very-high-speed Backbone Network Service.

Accepted Answer

An extranet is a private network that allows external organizations or individuals to access an organization's internal network. The primary purpose of an extranet is to allow the organization to share information and collaborate with a select group of outside organizations or individuals, such as suppliers, customers, or partners. This can improve communication, streamline processes, and ultimately lead to improved business outcomes. The other options (A, B, and D) do not accurately describe the primary purpose of an extranet.

Question 9

Compared to the Internet,a major advantage of Internet2 is that it:
A)can be accessed even by people without computers;all that is needed is a simple,inexpensive receiver,a television set,and a standard telephone line.
B)is owned and operated by the United Nations,and is accessible to people in every nation.
C)can move information much faster than the Internet and has the capacity to handle heavy-duty applications.
D)allows firms to set up their own protocols for transferring and processing information.

Accepted Answer

Internet2 is built on advanced networking technologies that allow for faster information transfer and greater capacity for heavy-duty applications, such as scientific research and high-performance computing. This makes it advantageous for institutions that require high-speed data transfer and collaboration. It is not accessible to people without computers or owned by the United Nations, and it operates on standard protocols like the Internet.

Question 10

A firm would consider establishing a virtual private network if it wanted to:
A)prevent people who are not employees from being able to access its network.
B)set up a secure network connection with another firm for a short period of time.
C)obtain a broadband connection to the Internet.
D)simulate a network before it became operational in order to identify any security leaks.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A firm would consider establishing a virtual...

Question 11

A firm that wanted to enable its employees to use and share data without allowing outsiders to gain access could do so by establishing a(n):
A)extranet.
B)innernet.
C)enternet.
D)intranet.

Accepted Answer

An intranet is a private computer network that uses Internet protocols and network connectivity to securely share any part of an organization's information or operational systems with its employees. This would allow the firm's employees to use and share data without allowing outsiders to gain access.

Question 12

The key difference between an intranet and an extranet is that an intranet:
A)uses technology based on current Internet standards,while an extranet uses technology based on Internet2.
B)uses public lines to transmit information,but an extranet uses private lines.
C)is closed to public access,while an extranet allows selected outsiders access to the network.
D)allows many different organizations to share data and resources,while an extranet is limited to only two organizations.

Accepted Answer

An intranet is a private network that is only accessible to authorized users within a specific organization, while an extranet allows selected external users such as customers, suppliers or partners access to the network. In terms of technology, both intranets and extranets use the same Internet-based standards and protocols. Therefore, option A is incorrect. Option B is also incorrect as an extranet can use both public and private lines to transmit information. Option D is incorrect as an extranet can involve more than two organizations.

Question 13

Moore's Law says that the capacity of computer chips _________ every year or so.
A)increases by 20 percent
B)increases by 50 percent
C)doubles
D)triples

Accepted Answer

Moore's Law states that the number of transistors on a microchip doubles approximately every two years, which consequently increases its processing power and capacity.

Question 14

In a(n)___________ computing system,the tasks are performed by personal computers using information stored in databases controlled by a server.
A)mainframe
B)data exchange
C)network
D)application

Accepted Answer

The description mentioned personal computers performing tasks and accessing information from databases controlled by a server indicates a network computing system. A mainframe computing system, on the other hand, relies on centralized processing and does not involve personal computers. Data exchange and application are not suitable options as they do not encompass the entire system described in the question.

Question 15

__________ includes computers,pagers,printers,fax machines,and cellular phones.
A)Hardware
B)Software
C)Flexware
D)Infomedia

Accepted Answer

Hardware refers to physical devices such as computers, pagers, printers, fax machines, and cellular phones. Software, on the other hand, refers to programs and instructions that run on hardware. Flexware and Infomedia are not commonly used terms in the field of technology.

Question 16

In older computer systems,a central computer,known as a(n)_________ performed all of the tasks and sent the results to terminals that could not perform the tasks themselves.
A)mainframe
B)prime node
C)application service provider
D)network controller

Accepted Answer

In older computer systems, a central computer known as a mainframe performed all tasks and sent the results to terminals that could not perform the tasks themselves. The other options like prime node, application service provider, and network controller do not accurately describe the central computer system as described in the question.

Question 17

A firm would be most likely to establish an enterprise portal if it wanted to:
A)prevent outsiders from using its information network.
B)allow users to access different areas of its network depending on their relationship to the firm.
C)prevent viruses from being downloaded from the company's website.
D)search for hidden patterns and unknown relationships among data stored in different information systems.

Accepted Answer

An enterprise portal is a web-based platform that provides employees, customers, and partners with a single point of access to relevant information, applications, and services. It allows users to access different areas of the network depending on their relationship to the firm, creating a personalized and secure experience. This can improve collaboration, productivity, and efficiency within the organization.

Question 18

A company that wanted to provide a single,unified entry point to its network that would allow different types of users access to different types of resources could do so by establishing a(n):
A)enterprise portal.
B)broadband interface.
C)intranet.
D)mainframe network.

Accepted Answer

An enterprise portal is a web-based application that serves as a single entry point to a company's network. The portal can be customized to provide different types of users with access to different types of resources based on their roles and permissions. This makes it an ideal solution for companies looking to simplify their network access and provide a more personalized and efficient user experience. The other options, broadband interface, intranet, and mainframe network, do not provide the same level of customization and flexibility as an enterprise portal.

Question 19

The main reason a firm would establish a firewall for its intranet is that it wants to:
A)prevent outsiders from being able to access information on its network.
B)protect itself against loss of data in the event of a fire,flood,or other catastrophe.
C)create an interface to hook into Internet2 using firewire connections.
D)prevent employees from gaining access to the Internet for personal use.

Accepted Answer

The main purpose of a firewall is to prevent unauthorized access to a network, in this case, the intranet. Its primary function is to block outside access while allowing authorized users to access the network.

Question 20

Which of the following is the best assessment of the impact extranets have had on the way small businesses operate?
A)As yet,extranet technology has had little impact on small businesses,because the technology is too new and expensive.
B)The development of extranets has put small firms at a serious competitive disadvantage,because suppliers and customers are more willing to participate in extranets set up by larger organizations.
C)The use of extranets enables small firms to share and process data in ways that had been available in the past only to large firms that could afford electronic data interchange technology.
D)The extranet has made it easier for small firms to offer their goods and services to the general public because of the increased bandwidth this technology provides.

Accepted Answer

Extranets allow small firms to share and process data in ways that had previously been available only to larger firms with electronic data interchange technology, thus leveling the playing field and providing small businesses with a competitive advantage. Option A is incorrect because extranet technology has been around for quite some time, and while it can be costly, there are more affordable solutions available now. Option B is incorrect because small firms can also participate in extranets and collaborate with suppliers and customers, the statement is incorrect. Option D is incorrect because extranets aren't exclusively for public-facing use and don't necessarily solve slow bandwidth challenges.

Quiz 21: Bonus A: Using Technology to Manage Information

________ is the term used to refer to the wireless network technology that is becoming increasingly available.

In recent years,a major trend has been a movement from:

Network computing systems are also known as:

The organizations that benefit the most from an intranet are the ones that:

A key element of Internet2 is:

The most likely reason a firm would decide to establish an extranet would be the desire to:

Compared to the Internet,a major advantage of Internet2 is that it:

A firm would consider establishing a virtual private network if it wanted to:

A firm that wanted to enable its employees to use and share data without allowing outsiders to gain access could do so by establishing a(n) :

The key difference between an intranet and an extranet is that an intranet:

Moore's Law says that the capacity of computer chips _________ every year or so.

In a(n) ___________ computing system,the tasks are performed by personal computers using information stored in databases controlled by a server.

__________ includes computers,pagers,printers,fax machines,and cellular phones.

In older computer systems,a central computer,known as a(n) _________ performed all of the tasks and sent the results to terminals that could not perform the tasks themselves.

A firm would be most likely to establish an enterprise portal if it wanted to:

A company that wanted to provide a single,unified entry point to its network that would allow different types of users access to different types of resources could do so by establishing a(n) :

The main reason a firm would establish a firewall for its intranet is that it wants to:

Which of the following is the best assessment of the impact extranets have had on the way small businesses operate?