Question 1

A small firm that manufactures specialized automobile parts would be unable to participate in an e­marketplace because accessing such markets requires expensive dedicated connections between firms that only larger firms can afford.

Accepted Answer

This statement is false. E-marketplaces are accessible to businesses of all sizes as they can be accessed through the internet. Dedicated connections between firms are not always necessary and there are many affordable options available for smaller firms to participate.

Question 2

The CAN­SPAM Act of 2003 has proven to be extremely successful at shutting down businesses that rely heavily on spamming to generate sales.

Accepted Answer

The CAN-SPAM Act of 2003 has not proven to be extremely successful at shutting down businesses that rely heavily on spamming to generate sales. While it has helped to reduce the amount of spam emails being sent, spammers have found ways to circumvent the law and continue their illegal activities.

Question 3

Spam is a type of malware.

Accepted Answer

Spam is not a type of malware. Spam refers to unsolicited or unwanted messages, often sent in bulk, through email, messaging apps, or social media. While some spam messages may contain malware or links to malicious websites, not all spam is inherently malicious.

Question 4

Radio frequency identification technology stores information on a microchip that can be read by the correct reading device if within a certain range of the chip.

Accepted Answer

This statement accurately describes how RFID technology works.

Question 5

One advantage of the e­marketplace is that it enables sellers and buyers to contact and negotiate with a large number of market participants.

Accepted Answer

The e-marketplace allows for a wider reach and easier communication between buyers and sellers, enabling them to connect and negotiate with a larger number of potential market players.

Question 6

Malware is a hardware developed or created with malicious intent.

Accepted Answer

Malware is a software created with malicious intent, not a hardware.

Question 7

Spyware installs itself on a computer without permission and then tracks computer behavior.

Accepted Answer

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Question 8

Computer viruses and worms must each be attached to other files in order to spread across computer networks.

Accepted Answer

Computer worms are capable of spreading across computer networks without the need for other files, as they are standalone programs that can self-replicate and propagate. However, viruses require a host file to attach themselves to in order to propagate and spread.

Question 9

E­marketplaces often provide additional services­beyond simple trade­that allow firms to exchange information and collaborate, thus forging tighter supply chain relationships.

Accepted Answer

This statement is true. E-marketplaces can provide various additional services such as supply chain management, inventory management, logistics coordination, and data analytics to facilitate exchange of information and collaboration among firms, ultimately leading to stronger supply chain relationships.

Question 10

Spam filters exist that help detect and eliminate spam.

Accepted Answer

Spam filters are designed to detect and eliminate spam emails from reaching the user's inbox. They use algorithms to analyze the content, sender, and other characteristics of the email to determine if it is spam or legitimate. Spam filters are widely used by email service providers and are an effective way to combat spam.

Question 11

E­marketplaces are primarily used by participants in the B2C market.

Accepted Answer

E­marketplaces are primarily used by participants in the B2B market, although some also serve the B2C market.

Question 12

Worms are an example of malware that spread by attaching themselves to files that are then transferred from computer to computer.

Accepted Answer

Worms are a type of malware that can spread independently without attaching themselves to files, often exploiting network vulnerabilities to propagate.

Question 13

The main purpose of radio frequency identification chips is to transmit a serial number that uniquely identifies a product or device.

Accepted Answer

Radio frequency identification chips are commonly used to transmit a unique serial number that identifies a product or device. This allows for more efficient tracking and inventory management.

Question 14

The basic difference between computer viruses and spyware is that a virus has the ability to spread from one computer to another while transferring data.

Accepted Answer

Computer viruses are capable of self-replication and spreading from one computer to another through data transfer, while spyware typically infiltrates a system through internet usage and remains localized to that particular computer.

Question 15

The key advantage of radio frequency identification technology is that it allows a seller of a product to track and monitor a buyer's use of that product.

Accepted Answer

The key advantage of radio frequency identification technology is that it allows for efficient and automatic identification and tracking of products, but it does not necessarily monitor the buyer's use of that product. The focus is on inventory management and supply chain optimization.

Question 16

Spyware is often installed when users download and install freeware on their computers.

Accepted Answer

Spyware is often bundled with freeware and gets installed on the user's computer without their knowledge or consent during the installation process.

Question 17

Computer viruses can erase or modify data on a hard drive, prevent a computer from booting up, and find and send personal information stored on the hard drive to unauthorized people.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Computer viruses can erase or modify data...

Question 18

Spam refers to unsolicited email advertisements usually sent to very large numbers of recipients, many of whom may not have interest in the message.

Accepted Answer

Spam is indeed unsolicited email advertisements sent to numerous recipients, often without regard for the interest or consent of the individuals receiving the messages.

Question 19

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Accepted Answer

Pathway encryption is a method of securing data while it is being transmitted, including usernames and account numbers.

Question 20

Margaret Reed works for a major manufacturer that is having trouble tracking components and materials as they move through a supply chain. Margaret wants to find a technology that will uniquely identify items to simplify the tracking process. Margaret should consider radio frequency identification chips to solve this problem.

Accepted Answer

Radio frequency identification chips are a technology commonly used to uniquely identify items and simplify the tracking process in supply chains. Therefore, Margaret should consider this technology to solve her company's tracking problem.

Quiz 16: Managing Information Technology: Finding New Ways to Learn and Link

A small firm that manufactures specialized automobile parts would be unable to participate in an emarketplace because accessing such markets requires expensive dedicated connections between firms that only larger firms can afford.

The CANSPAM Act of 2003 has proven to be extremely successful at shutting down businesses that rely heavily on spamming to generate sales.

Spam is a type of malware.

Radio frequency identification technology stores information on a microchip that can be read by the correct reading device if within a certain range of the chip.

One advantage of the emarketplace is that it enables sellers and buyers to contact and negotiate with a large number of market participants.

Malware is a hardware developed or created with malicious intent.

Spyware installs itself on a computer without permission and then tracks computer behavior.

Computer viruses and worms must each be attached to other files in order to spread across computer networks.

Emarketplaces often provide additional servicesbeyond simple tradethat allow firms to exchange information and collaborate, thus forging tighter supply chain relationships.

Spam filters exist that help detect and eliminate spam.

Emarketplaces are primarily used by participants in the B2C market.

Worms are an example of malware that spread by attaching themselves to files that are then transferred from computer to computer.

The main purpose of radio frequency identification chips is to transmit a serial number that uniquely identifies a product or device.

The basic difference between computer viruses and spyware is that a virus has the ability to spread from one computer to another while transferring data.

The key advantage of radio frequency identification technology is that it allows a seller of a product to track and monitor a buyer's use of that product.

Spyware is often installed when users download and install freeware on their computers.

Computer viruses can erase or modify data on a hard drive, prevent a computer from booting up, and find and send personal information stored on the hard drive to unauthorized people.

Spam refers to unsolicited email advertisements usually sent to very large numbers of recipients, many of whom may not have interest in the message.

Pathtiesmhipntg t ois g ae ts cthamem w thoe dreiv ouflfgiec iparlivloaotek iinngfo ermmaaitliso na rseu scehn at st op ainsdswivoidrdusa,ls in an usernames, and account numbers.

Quiz 16: Managing Information Technology: Finding New Ways to Learn and Link

A small firm that manufactures specialized automobile parts would be unable to participate in an e­marketplace because accessing such markets requires expensive dedicated connections between firms that only larger firms can afford.

The CAN­SPAM Act of 2003 has proven to be extremely successful at shutting down businesses that rely heavily on spamming to generate sales.

Spam is a type of malware.

Radio frequency identification technology stores information on a microchip that can be read by the correct reading device if within a certain range of the chip.

One advantage of the e­marketplace is that it enables sellers and buyers to contact and negotiate with a large number of market participants.

Malware is a hardware developed or created with malicious intent.

Spyware installs itself on a computer without permission and then tracks computer behavior.

Computer viruses and worms must each be attached to other files in order to spread across computer networks.

E­marketplaces often provide additional services­beyond simple trade­that allow firms to exchange information and collaborate, thus forging tighter supply chain relationships.

Spam filters exist that help detect and eliminate spam.

E­marketplaces are primarily used by participants in the B2C market.

Worms are an example of malware that spread by attaching themselves to files that are then transferred from computer to computer.

The main purpose of radio frequency identification chips is to transmit a serial number that uniquely identifies a product or device.

The basic difference between computer viruses and spyware is that a virus has the ability to spread from one computer to another while transferring data.

The key advantage of radio frequency identification technology is that it allows a seller of a product to track and monitor a buyer's use of that product.

Spyware is often installed when users download and install freeware on their computers.

Computer viruses can erase or modify data on a hard drive, prevent a computer from booting up, and find and send personal information stored on the hard drive to unauthorized people.

Spam refers to unsolicited email advertisements usually sent to very large numbers of recipients, many of whom may not have interest in the message.

Pathtiesmhipntg t ois g ae ts cthamem w thoe dreiv ouflfgiec iparli­vloaotek iinngfo ermmaaitliso na rseu scehn at st op ainsdswivoidrdusa,ls in an usernames, and account numbers.

A small firm that manufactures specialized automobile parts would be unable to participate in an emarketplace because accessing such markets requires expensive dedicated connections between firms that only larger firms can afford.

The CANSPAM Act of 2003 has proven to be extremely successful at shutting down businesses that rely heavily on spamming to generate sales.

One advantage of the emarketplace is that it enables sellers and buyers to contact and negotiate with a large number of market participants.

Emarketplaces often provide additional servicesbeyond simple tradethat allow firms to exchange information and collaborate, thus forging tighter supply chain relationships.

Emarketplaces are primarily used by participants in the B2C market.

Pathtiesmhipntg t ois g ae ts cthamem w thoe dreiv ouflfgiec iparlivloaotek iinngfo ermmaaitliso na rseu scehn at st op ainsdswivoidrdusa,ls in an usernames, and account numbers.