Question 1

________ uses powerful servers to store applications software and databases for users to access via the Web.
A)CIO
B)VoIP
C)decision support system
D)firewall
E)application service provider
F)virtual private network
G)WiFi
H)Intranet
I)malware
J)local area network
K)data
L)grid computing
M)expert system
N)executive support system
O)spyware
P)databases
Q)cloud computing
R)botnet

Accepted Answer

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Question 2

_____ consists of a network of smaller computers running special software.
A)CIO
B)VoIP
C)decision support system
D)firewall
E)application service provider
F)virtual private network
G)WiFi
H)Intranet
I)malware
J)local area network
K)data
L)grid computing
M)expert system
N)executive support system
O)spyware
P)databases
Q)cloud computing
R)botnet

Accepted Answer

Grid computing involves a network of smaller computers that work together to perform complex tasks by dividing the workload among them.

Question 3

A centralized integrated collection of data resources is known as a(n)_______.
A)CIO
B)VoIP
C)decision support system
D)firewall
E)application service provider
F)virtual private network
G)WiFi
H)Intranet
I)malware
J)local area network
K)data
L)grid computing
M)expert system
N)executive support system
O)spyware
P)databases
Q)cloud computing
R)botnet

Accepted Answer

A centralized integrated collection of data resources is commonly referred to as a database or multiple databases. Therefore, the best choice is P for databases.

Question 4

A computer network that connects machines within a limited area is called a(n)_____.
A)CIO
B)VoIP
C)decision support system
D)firewall
E)application service provider
F)virtual private network
G)WiFi
H)Intranet
I)malware
J)local area network
K)data
L)grid computing
M)expert system
N)executive support system
O)spyware
P)databases
Q)cloud computing
R)botnet

Accepted Answer

A local area network (LAN) is a computer network that connects machines within a limited area, such as a home, office, or campus.

Question 5

A company network that links employees via Internet tools is called a(n)_____.
A)CIO
B)VoIP
C)decision support system
D)firewall
E)application service provider
F)virtual private network
G)WiFi
H)Intranet
I)malware
J)local area network
K)data
L)grid computing
M)expert system
N)executive support system
O)spyware
P)databases
Q)cloud computing
R)botnet

Accepted Answer

An intranet is a company network that links employees via Internet tools, but is only accessible within the company's own private network.

Question 6

Describe how the role of the chief information officer has changed in recent years.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Describe how the role of the chief...

Question 7

A secure connection between two points on the Internet is known as a(n)_____.
A)CIO
B)VoIP
C)decision support system
D)firewall
E)application service provider
F)virtual private network
G)WiFi
H)Intranet
I)malware
J)local area network
K)data
L)grid computing
M)expert system
N)executive support system
O)spyware
P)databases
Q)cloud computing
R)botnet

Accepted Answer

A virtual private network (VPN) is a secure connection between two points on the Internet, allowing users to access resources on a remote network as if they were directly connected.

Question 8

The purpose of a(n)________ is to limit data transfers to certain locations and log system use so that managers can identify threats to a system's security.
A)CIO
B)VoIP
C)decision support system
D)firewall
E)application service provider
F)virtual private network
G)WiFi
H)Intranet
I)malware
J)local area network
K)data
L)grid computing
M)expert system
N)executive support system
O)spyware
P)databases
Q)cloud computing
R)botnet

Accepted Answer

A firewall is a security system that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules. It can limit data transfers to certain locations and log system use, which helps managers identify threats to a system's security.

Question 9

_____ is a wireless network that connects various devices and allows them to communicate with one another through radio waves.
A)CIO
B)VoIP
C)decision support system
D)firewall
E)application service provider
F)virtual private network
G)WiFi
H)Intranet
I)malware
J)local area network
K)data
L)grid computing
M)expert system
N)executive support system
O)spyware
P)databases
Q)cloud computing
R)botnet

Accepted Answer

WiFi is a wireless network that connects devices through radio waves.

Question 10

_______ consist of raw facts and figures that may or may not be relevant to business decisions.
A)CIO
B)VoIP
C)decision support system
D)firewall
E)application service provider
F)virtual private network
G)WiFi
H)Intranet
I)malware
J)local area network
K)data
L)grid computing
M)expert system
N)executive support system
O)spyware
P)databases
Q)cloud computing
R)botnet

Accepted Answer

Data refers to raw facts and figures that may or may not be relevant to business decisions.

Question 11

Malicious software programs such as worms,viruses,and Trojan horses designed to infect computer systems are known as __________.
A)CIO
B)VoIP
C)decision support system
D)firewall
E)application service provider
F)virtual private network
G)WiFi
H)Intranet
I)malware
J)local area network
K)data
L)grid computing
M)expert system
N)executive support system
O)spyware
P)databases
Q)cloud computing
R)botnet

Accepted Answer

Malicious software programs designed to infect computer systems are known as malware.

Question 12

________ software secretly gathers user information through the user's Internet connection without the user's knowledge.
A)CIO
B)VoIP
C)decision support system
D)firewall
E)application service provider
F)virtual private network
G)WiFi
H)Intranet
I)malware
J)local area network
K)data
L)grid computing
M)expert system
N)executive support system
O)spyware
P)databases
Q)cloud computing
R)botnet

Accepted Answer

Spyware is software that secretly gathers user information through the user's Internet connection without their knowledge.

Question 13

A(n)_____________ is a computer program that imitates human thinking through complicated sets of "if/then" rules.
A)CIO
B)VoIP
C)decision support system
D)firewall
E)application service provider
F)virtual private network
G)WiFi
H)Intranet
I)malware
J)local area network
K)data
L)grid computing
M)expert system
N)executive support system
O)spyware
P)databases
Q)cloud computing
R)botnet

Accepted Answer

An expert system is a computer program that imitates human thinking through complicated sets of "if/then" rules.

Question 14

Explain the difference between data and information.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Explain the difference between data and information....

Question 15

A system that allows top managers to access a firm's primary databases is called a(n)_____.
A)CIO
B)VoIP
C)decision support system
D)firewall
E)application service provider
F)virtual private network
G)WiFi
H)Intranet
I)malware
J)local area network
K)data
L)grid computing
M)expert system
N)executive support system
O)spyware
P)databases
Q)cloud computing
R)botnet

Accepted Answer

An executive support system (ESS) is a decision support system that allows top managers to access a firm's primary databases to gather information and make informed decisions.

Question 16

A(n)_____ is an executive responsible for managing a firm's information system and related computer technologies.
A)CIO
B)VoIP
C)decision support system
D)firewall
E)application service provider
F)virtual private network
G)WiFi
H)Intranet
I)malware
J)local area network
K)data
L)grid computing
M)expert system
N)executive support system
O)spyware
P)databases
Q)cloud computing
R)botnet

Accepted Answer

CIO (Chief Information Officer) is the executive responsible for managing a firm's information system and related computer technologies.

Question 17

Telephones connected via _____ use personal computers with broadband connections in place of a traditional phone jack.
A)CIO
B)VoIP
C)decision support system
D)firewall
E)application service provider
F)virtual private network
G)WiFi
H)Intranet
I)malware
J)local area network
K)data
L)grid computing
M)expert system
N)executive support system
O)spyware
P)databases
Q)cloud computing
R)botnet

Accepted Answer

VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) uses personal computers with broadband connections to transmit phone calls over the internet, eliminating the need for a traditional phone jack.

Question 18

A(n)_____ is an information system that quickly provides relevant data to help people make decisions and choose courses of action.
A)CIO
B)VoIP
C)decision support system
D)firewall
E)application service provider
F)virtual private network
G)WiFi
H)Intranet
I)malware
J)local area network
K)data
L)grid computing
M)expert system
N)executive support system
O)spyware
P)databases
Q)cloud computing
R)botnet

Accepted Answer

A decision support system is specifically designed to provide relevant data and analysis to help users make informed decisions.

Question 19

A(n)________ is a network of PCs that have been infected with one or more data-stealing viruses.
A)CIO
B)VoIP
C)decision support system
D)firewall
E)application service provider
F)virtual private network
G)WiFi
H)Intranet
I)malware
J)local area network
K)data
L)grid computing
M)expert system
N)executive support system
O)spyware
P)databases
Q)cloud computing
R)botnet

Accepted Answer

A botnet is a network of computers that have been infected with malware, allowing a remote attacker to control the computers and use them to perform malicious activities such as stealing data or launching DDoS attacks.

Question 20

A(n)_____ is an outside company that specializes in providing both computers and the application support for managing information systems of business clients.
A)CIO
B)VoIP
C)decision support system
D)firewall
E)application service provider
F)virtual private network
G)WiFi
H)Intranet
I)malware
J)local area network
K)data
L)grid computing
M)expert system
N)executive support system
O)spyware
P)databases
Q)cloud computing
R)botnet

Accepted Answer

An application service provider (ASP) is an outside company that specializes in providing both computers and the application support for managing information systems of business clients.

Quiz 14: Using Technology to Manage Information

________ uses powerful servers to store applications software and databases for users to access via the Web.

_____ consists of a network of smaller computers running special software.

A centralized integrated collection of data resources is known as a(n) _______.

A computer network that connects machines within a limited area is called a(n) _____.

A company network that links employees via Internet tools is called a(n) _____.

Describe how the role of the chief information officer has changed in recent years.

A secure connection between two points on the Internet is known as a(n) _____.

The purpose of a(n) ________ is to limit data transfers to certain locations and log system use so that managers can identify threats to a system's security.

_____ is a wireless network that connects various devices and allows them to communicate with one another through radio waves.

_______ consist of raw facts and figures that may or may not be relevant to business decisions.

Malicious software programs such as worms,viruses,and Trojan horses designed to infect computer systems are known as __________.

________ software secretly gathers user information through the user's Internet connection without the user's knowledge.

A(n) _____________ is a computer program that imitates human thinking through complicated sets of "if/then" rules.

Explain the difference between data and information.

A system that allows top managers to access a firm's primary databases is called a(n) _____.

A(n) _____ is an executive responsible for managing a firm's information system and related computer technologies.

Telephones connected via _____ use personal computers with broadband connections in place of a traditional phone jack.

A(n) _____ is an information system that quickly provides relevant data to help people make decisions and choose courses of action.

A(n) ________ is a network of PCs that have been infected with one or more data-stealing viruses.

A(n) _____ is an outside company that specializes in providing both computers and the application support for managing information systems of business clients.