Question 1

The cost of hiring additional employees in virtual organizations is reduced because:

Accepted Answer

In virtual organizations, skills are shared among the participating companies which means that they do not have to hire additional employees with specific skill sets. This reduces the cost of hiring new employees.

Question 2

Which of the following is true of virtual organizations?

Accepted Answer

Virtual organizations allow independent suppliers to collaborate and access each other's markets through information technologies, without the need for central offices or hierarchical structures.

Question 3

Green computing can be achieved by:

Accepted Answer

Green computing aims to reduce the environmental impact of technology. Using video conferencing, electronic meeting systems, and groupware reduces the need for physical travel, thereby lowering carbon emissions and saving energy, aligning with green computing principles.

Question 4

A common way to index and link databases is by using _____. ​

Accepted Answer

The answer of A common way to index and link...

Question 5

A _____is an intellectual property that protects product names and identifying marks. ​

Accepted Answer

Trademark is specifically designed for protecting product names and identifying marks. Registrations are a general term used for any formal process of recording information, copyrights protect original creative works, and patents protect inventions and unique discoveries.

Question 6

In the context of information technology in workplaces, which of the following allows adding new tasks to employees' responsibilities?

Accepted Answer

Job upgrading involves enhancing an employee's current role by adding new tasks or responsibilities, often requiring new skills or knowledge.

Question 7

_____are small text files with unique ID tags that are embedded in a Web browser and saved on the user's hard drive. ​

Accepted Answer

Cookies are small text files that are saved on the user's hard drive with a unique ID tag. They are used by websites to remember user preferences, login information, and browsing history. They are not applets, kernels or firewalls.

Question 8

A _____is an intellectual property that protects new processes. ​

Accepted Answer

A patent is an intellectual property that protects new processes, machines, compositions of matter, and other inventions. It grants the holder the exclusive right to use and profit from the invention for a certain period of time. The patent must be granted by the relevant government agency, after the invention is demonstrated to be novel and non-obvious.

Question 9

In the context of privacy issues, unsolicited e-mail sent for advertising purposes is called _____. ​

Accepted Answer

Spam is unsolicited e-mail sent for advertising purposes. Viruses, bugs, and cookies are all different types of digital threats or tracking tools and are not necessarily related to spam.

Question 10

_____is a legal umbrella covering protections that involve copyrights, trademarks, trade secrets, and patents for "creations of the mind" developed by people or businesses. ​

Accepted Answer

Intellectual property is the correct choice as it refers to legal protections for creations of the mind such as copyrights, trademarks, trade secrets, and patents. The other options, such as identity log file, virtual organization, and information policy, are not related to the legal protections for intellectual property.

Question 11

Identify a true statement about information and communications technology (ICT).

Accepted Answer

According to studies, ICT generates approximately two percent of the world's carbon dioxide emissions. While it does consume a significant amount of energy, it has also been shown to help organizations save on energy costs through improved efficiency and virtual interactions, among other things. However, ICT does not necessarily improve the quality of the environment in which one works.

Question 12

_____make it possible for Web sites to customize pages for users, such as an e-commerce Web site recommending items based on your past purchases. ​

Accepted Answer

Cookies are small files that are stored in a user's web browser which allow websites to customize pages for users. They can track user preferences and activity, allowing sites to offer personalized recommendations or services. Trojans, applets, and kernels are not specifically designed for this purpose.

Question 13

In the context of information technology in workplaces, clerical workers using computers for word-processing tasks is an example of _____.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In the context of information technology in...

Question 14

Using _____ is a way to solve health issues related to computer equipment.

Accepted Answer

Correct lighting can help reduce eye strain and headache, which are common health issues related to computer equipment. Wired keyboards, a high capacity RAM, and a high speed Internet can improve computer performance but do not directly address health issues.

Question 15

In the context of Web and network privacy issues, new employees in an organization have to sign a(n) _____before they access the network. ​

Accepted Answer

An acceptable use policy outlines the terms and conditions for network and internet usage within an organization, including guidelines for privacy and security. New employees are required to sign this policy before they are granted access to the network. The other policies listed (standard data policy, article ownership policy, and user content policy) may also be relevant to privacy and security concerns, but they do not specifically address network and internet usage within an organization.

Question 16

Job deskilling occurs when:

Accepted Answer

Job deskilling occurs when experienced labor is eliminated by high technology. This means that the skills and expertise of workers are no longer needed as machines and technology have taken over their work, leading to a reduction in skill requirements for the job. This can result in lower wages and a loss of job security for those who have been replaced by automation.

Question 17

To guard against possible legal ramifications and the consequences of using the Web and networks, an organization usually establishes a(n) _____. ​

Accepted Answer

An acceptable use policy outlines the acceptable usage of an organization's information systems, networks, and internet access by employees and other users. It establishes guidelines for appropriate behavior and sets expectations for the use of technology resources, including the consequences of violating these rules. This policy helps the organization guard against legal ramifications and the negative consequences of irresponsible network and internet use. The other options could be policies that an organization establishes, but they are not specifically related to guarding against legal ramifications and consequences of using the Web and networks.

Question 18

With virtual organizations, _____.

Accepted Answer

With virtual organizations, companies can easily collaborate and communicate in real-time, allowing for more customization of products to meet customers' specific needs. This is because the use of technology within virtual organizations allows for greater flexibility in production and distribution, leading to more personalized and adaptable products.

Question 19

_____ involves the design, manufacture, use, and disposal of computers and servers in such a way that there is minimal impact on the environment.

Accepted Answer

Green computing focuses on reducing the environmental impact of computers and servers throughout their life cycle, from design to disposal. This includes reducing energy consumption, using sustainable materials, and properly disposing of electronic waste. Cloud computing and mobile computing are types of computing technologies, while natural computing is a subfield of computer science that focuses on developing computing systems modeled after natural phenomena.

Question 20

In the context of intellectual property, inventions are categorized as _____properties. ​

Accepted Answer

Inventions fall under the category of industrial property as they involve using scientific and technical knowledge to create new products or processes. Literary, copyrighted, and artistic properties refer to original works of literature, art, music, and other creative expressions.

Quiz 4: Personal, Legal, Ethical and Organizational Issues of Information Systems

The cost of hiring additional employees in virtual organizations is reduced because:

Which of the following is true of virtual organizations?

Green computing can be achieved by:

A common way to index and link databases is by using _____.

A _____is an intellectual property that protects product names and identifying marks.

In the context of information technology in workplaces, which of the following allows adding new tasks to employees' responsibilities?

_____are small text files with unique ID tags that are embedded in a Web browser and saved on the user's hard drive.

A _____is an intellectual property that protects new processes.

In the context of privacy issues, unsolicited e-mail sent for advertising purposes is called _____.

_____is a legal umbrella covering protections that involve copyrights, trademarks, trade secrets, and patents for "creations of the mind" developed by people or businesses.

Identify a true statement about information and communications technology (ICT) .

_____make it possible for Web sites to customize pages for users, such as an e-commerce Web site recommending items based on your past purchases.

In the context of information technology in workplaces, clerical workers using computers for word-processing tasks is an example of _____.

Using _____ is a way to solve health issues related to computer equipment.

In the context of Web and network privacy issues, new employees in an organization have to sign a(n) _____before they access the network.

Job deskilling occurs when:

To guard against possible legal ramifications and the consequences of using the Web and networks, an organization usually establishes a(n) _____.

With virtual organizations, _____.

_____ involves the design, manufacture, use, and disposal of computers and servers in such a way that there is minimal impact on the environment.

In the context of intellectual property, inventions are categorized as _____properties.

Quiz 4: Personal, Legal, Ethical and Organizational Issues of Information Systems

The cost of hiring additional employees in virtual organizations is reduced because:

Which of the following is true of virtual organizations?

Green computing can be achieved by:

A common way to index and link databases is by using _____. ​

A _____is an intellectual property that protects product names and identifying marks. ​

In the context of information technology in workplaces, which of the following allows adding new tasks to employees' responsibilities?

_____are small text files with unique ID tags that are embedded in a Web browser and saved on the user's hard drive. ​

A _____is an intellectual property that protects new processes. ​

In the context of privacy issues, unsolicited e-mail sent for advertising purposes is called _____. ​

_____is a legal umbrella covering protections that involve copyrights, trademarks, trade secrets, and patents for "creations of the mind" developed by people or businesses. ​

Identify a true statement about information and communications technology (ICT) .

_____make it possible for Web sites to customize pages for users, such as an e-commerce Web site recommending items based on your past purchases. ​

In the context of information technology in workplaces, clerical workers using computers for word-processing tasks is an example of _____.

Using _____ is a way to solve health issues related to computer equipment.

In the context of Web and network privacy issues, new employees in an organization have to sign a(n) _____before they access the network. ​

Job deskilling occurs when:

To guard against possible legal ramifications and the consequences of using the Web and networks, an organization usually establishes a(n) _____. ​

With virtual organizations, _____.

_____ involves the design, manufacture, use, and disposal of computers and servers in such a way that there is minimal impact on the environment.

In the context of intellectual property, inventions are categorized as _____properties. ​

A common way to index and link databases is by using _____.

A _____is an intellectual property that protects product names and identifying marks.

_____are small text files with unique ID tags that are embedded in a Web browser and saved on the user's hard drive.

A _____is an intellectual property that protects new processes.

In the context of privacy issues, unsolicited e-mail sent for advertising purposes is called _____.

_____is a legal umbrella covering protections that involve copyrights, trademarks, trade secrets, and patents for "creations of the mind" developed by people or businesses.

_____make it possible for Web sites to customize pages for users, such as an e-commerce Web site recommending items based on your past purchases.

In the context of Web and network privacy issues, new employees in an organization have to sign a(n) _____before they access the network.

To guard against possible legal ramifications and the consequences of using the Web and networks, an organization usually establishes a(n) _____.

In the context of intellectual property, inventions are categorized as _____properties.