Question 1

A firewall is placed between:
A) a computer and a server.
B) an intranet and a client computer.
C) the internet and a network.
D) an extranet and a client computer.
E) network interfaces and client computers.

Accepted Answer

A firewall is typically placed between the internet and a network to protect the network from external threats such as hackers, viruses, and malware. It monitors and filters incoming and outgoing network traffic to prevent unauthorized access to the network. Placing a firewall between a computer and a server, an intranet and a client computer, or an extranet and a client computer may also provide some level of security, but it would not provide as comprehensive protection as placing it between the internet and a network. Network interfaces and client computers do not require a firewall as they are internal to the network.

Question 2

Media flexibility describes the capabilities of the internet to cooperate with multimedia companies.

Accepted Answer

Media flexibility refers to the ability of various media platforms (including the internet) to adapt and deliver content in multiple formats, not specifically to their cooperation with multimedia companies.

Question 3

MySpace, Facebook, and LinkedIn are all examples of ________.
A) cloud computing
B) software as a service
C) electronic data interchange
D) ebusiness
E) social media

Accepted Answer

MySpace, Facebook, and LinkedIn are all examples of social media platforms.

Question 4

The streamlining of the internal value chain and the external supply chain enable businesses to respond quickly to the increasingly stringent demands of ecustomers.

Accepted Answer

Streamlining both the internal value chain and external supply chain helps businesses to be more efficient and responsive to the demands of customers who are increasingly shopping online (e-customers).

Question 5

Which is not one of the benefits of ebusiness named in this chapter?
A) increasing sales
B) reducing costs
C) expanding market reach
D) improving customer service
E) providing Graphical User Interface (GUI)

Accepted Answer

Providing Graphical User Interface (GUI) is not mentioned in this chapter as a benefit of ebusiness. The other options (increasing sales, reducing costs, expanding market reach, and improving customer service) are all benefits listed in the chapter.

Question 6

Growth in ebusiness is driven by how its benefits will impact profitability. The two main ways in which contribution to profit can be achieved are:
A) increased revenue and cost reduction.
B) increased sales volume and cost reduction.
C) reductions in customer service personnel and increased customer service.
D) improved relations with suppliers and customers.
E) expanding market reach and increased competitive advantage.

Accepted Answer

The two main ways in which ebusiness can contribute to profitability are through increased revenue (e.g. through online sales, reaching new customers) and cost reduction (e.g. through automation of processes, reduced overhead costs). Choice B is also partially correct, as increased sales volume can lead to increased revenue, but it does not encompass all the potential ways ebusiness can contribute to profitability. Choices C, D, and E may be benefits of ebusiness, but are not directly related to profitability.

Question 7

Social media marketing is completely free marketing for businesses.

Accepted Answer

Social media platforms may offer free accounts for businesses to create a presence, but promoting content and reaching a wider audience often requires paid advertising or sponsored posts. Therefore, social media marketing is not completely free for businesses.

Question 8

Businesses achieve systems integration by using intranets to connect their systems internally, and by using extranets to connect their systems to customers and suppliers.

Accepted Answer

This statement is true. Intranets are used to connect the internal systems and extranets are used to connect systems to external parties such as customers and suppliers.

Question 9

Government to Government (G2G) is one of the domains of ebusiness.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Government to Government (G2G) is one of...

Question 10

Sears is an example of an old company that has made the transition to the world of ebusiness and now has one of the top-rated ebusiness websites on the internet while still retaining its traditional retail presence. This transition would be considered to be ________.
A) brick-and-mortar
B) clicks to bricks
C) bricks to clicks
D) plug and play
E) bricks presence

Accepted Answer

The transition from traditional retail presence to a strong online presence is known as bricks to clicks, which Sears has successfully achieved. The option A, brick-and-mortar, refers to traditional physical stores without an online presence. Option B, clicks to bricks, is the opposite of what Sears has done, where an online-only business opens physical stores. Option D, plug and play, is a term used to refer to hardware or software that can be easily connected or installed without significant effort. Option E, bricks presence, is not a commonly used term in the context of e-business.

Question 11

In the B2B arena, activity has centred on the streamlining of the customer relationship management applications by establishing shared systems between suppliers and customers, using the internet or related technology.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In the B2B arena, activity has centred...

Question 12

Two sides are involved in trading communities or exchanges. These two sides are:
A) suppliers and manufacturers.
B) manufacturers and distributors.
C) vendors and suppliers.
D) suppliers and customers.
E) customers and customers.

Accepted Answer

The two sides involved in trading communities or exchanges are suppliers and customers, as customers purchase goods or services from suppliers. The other options, such as manufacturers, distributors, and vendors, may be involved in the supply chain process but are not directly involved in the exchange between the buyer and seller. Option E, "customers and customers," does not make sense in the context of a trading community or exchange, as both parties cannot be customers.

Question 13

One of the reasons people use the internet is for convenience.

Accepted Answer

Convenience is one of the main reasons that people use the internet, as it allows them to easily access information, shop online, communicate with others, and perform various tasks from the comfort of their own home.

Question 14

Businesses achieve systems integration by tying their systems together internally and externally using:
A) supply chain and customer relationship management.
B) ebusiness domains and ecommerce.
C) intranets and extranets.
D) enterprise resources planning (ERP) and electronic data interchange (EDI).
E) buy-side and sell-side systems.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Businesses achieve systems integration by tying their...

Question 15

The rise in the use of the internet is the single most important enabler of ebusiness of any type.

Accepted Answer

The internet has revolutionized the way businesses operate and communicate, enabling them to reach wider audiences and conduct transactions online. Without the internet, e-businesses as we know them today would not be possible.

Question 16

The use of the internet together with ________ make it possible for internet-based businesses to provide customized products and services.
A) business intelligence
B) encryption
C) integrated systems
D) internet service providers
E) PayPal

Accepted Answer

The answer of The use of the internet together with...

Question 17

Artificial intelligence (AI) is a powerful application or set of applications that allows businesses to capture, analyze, interpret, and report on data across an enterprise, thus creating valuable information for the enterprise.

Accepted Answer

Artificial intelligence (AI) refers to the simulation of human intelligence in machines that are programmed to think like humans and mimic their actions. The description provided conflates AI with business intelligence and analytics tools, which are applications that specifically focus on analyzing and reporting data for business insights. AI encompasses a broader range of capabilities beyond just data analysis, including learning, reasoning, and self-correction.

Question 18

The internet is being revolutionized through the spread of mobile units such as smartphones, iPads, and other internet-capable devices. These tools have made the internet ________.
A) ubiquitous
B) more secure
C) less secure
D) iniquitous
E) less expensive

Accepted Answer

The word "ubiquitous" means present, appearing, or found everywhere, and this accurately describes the internet's reach through mobile devices. Mobile units have made the internet accessible anywhere and at any time, making it ubiquitous.

Question 19

The use of a mathematical formula that is applied to electronic data to render it illegible to anyone without the decoding key is called ________.
A) firewall blocking
B) encryption
C) encoding
D) code privatization
E) pseudo coding

Accepted Answer

The use of a mathematical formula to render electronic data illegible to unauthorized users is known as encryption. It involves converting the original plaintext into ciphertext using a secret key, making it unreadable unless the recipient has the corresponding key to decrypt it. The other options - firewall blocking, encoding, code privatization, and pseudo-coding - are not accurate descriptions of this process.

Question 20

The Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) is designed to help individuals maintain a measure of control over personal information.

Accepted Answer

PIPEDA was introduced to provide individuals with greater control over their personal information by regulating how businesses collect, use, and disclose their personal information.

Quiz 1: Introduction to Ebusiness

A firewall is placed between:

Media flexibility describes the capabilities of the internet to cooperate with multimedia companies.

MySpace, Facebook, and LinkedIn are all examples of ________.

The streamlining of the internal value chain and the external supply chain enable businesses to respond quickly to the increasingly stringent demands of ecustomers.

Which is not one of the benefits of ebusiness named in this chapter?

Growth in ebusiness is driven by how its benefits will impact profitability. The two main ways in which contribution to profit can be achieved are:

Social media marketing is completely free marketing for businesses.

Businesses achieve systems integration by using intranets to connect their systems internally, and by using extranets to connect their systems to customers and suppliers.

Government to Government (G2G) is one of the domains of ebusiness.

Sears is an example of an old company that has made the transition to the world of ebusiness and now has one of the top-rated ebusiness websites on the internet while still retaining its traditional retail presence. This transition would be considered to be ________.

In the B2B arena, activity has centred on the streamlining of the customer relationship management applications by establishing shared systems between suppliers and customers, using the internet or related technology.

Two sides are involved in trading communities or exchanges. These two sides are:

One of the reasons people use the internet is for convenience.

Businesses achieve systems integration by tying their systems together internally and externally using:

The rise in the use of the internet is the single most important enabler of ebusiness of any type.

The use of the internet together with ________ make it possible for internet-based businesses to provide customized products and services.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is a powerful application or set of applications that allows businesses to capture, analyze, interpret, and report on data across an enterprise, thus creating valuable information for the enterprise.

The internet is being revolutionized through the spread of mobile units such as smartphones, iPads, and other internet-capable devices. These tools have made the internet ________.

The use of a mathematical formula that is applied to electronic data to render it illegible to anyone without the decoding key is called ________.

The Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) is designed to help individuals maintain a measure of control over personal information.