Which of the following is TRUE of data processing and storage in a computerized information system?
A) In a computerized accounting information system, processing includes manually journalizing transactions and posting to the accounts.
B) In a computerized accounting information system, there will be a main centralized computer where data is stored, which cannot be accessed from any other computers.
C) In both computerized and manual systems, all data are contained in paper documents and are often stored in filing cabinets and off-site document warehouses.
D) In a computerized accounting information system, companies are spending increasingly large amounts of cash to ensure that their data and information are secure.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

With the increasing dependence on computerized systems for processing and storing data, companies are investing more in ensuring the security of their data and information. Option A is incorrect as manual journalizing is not a part of a computerized system. Option B is incorrect as data in a computerized system may be stored in a distributed manner across multiple devices or servers. Option C is incorrect as this statement is not true for computerized systems.

Which of the Following Is TRUE of Data Processing and Storage