Question 1

The "quiet zone" is the white spaces between bar codes.

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Question 2

Which of the following technologies would an organization use to prevent access to its private network?

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A firewall is a technology that is specifically designed to prevent unauthorized access to a private network or computer system. It does this by analyzing incoming and outgoing network traffic and blocking any traffic that does not meet the organization's predefined security rules. Digital signatures, encryption, and web assurance services are useful for other security purposes but are not specifically designed to prevent access to private networks.

Question 3

What is the name of a business-to-business configuration where a company provides its own Web-based EDI hosting service?

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Web-EDI refers to the use of web-based technologies to transmit EDI documents between business partners. In this configuration, a company provides its own Web-based EDI hosting service to other companies, allowing them to exchange EDI documents without the need for a Value-Added Network (VAN) or other third-party intermediary. This can be a cost-effective and efficient option for companies with high-volume or complex EDI needs.

Question 4

Which of the following statements is/are true regarding a digital signature?

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A digital signature is generated from the contents of the message and the sender's private key, and extra data are appended to the electronic message to identify and authenticate the sender and message data using public-key encryption. The receiver of a message can be confident that no one has altered the message and that the sender is who the sender claims to be if they see that a digital signature is attached. Therefore, statement D is true, while statements A, B, and C are partially true but do not encompass all aspects of a digital signature.

Question 5

What can a company do to protect an e-commerce customer's personal information that the company has stored?

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Assigning user rights to company employees ensures that only authorized personnel have access to sensitive customer information, thereby protecting it from unauthorized access or breaches.

Question 6

How can companies that use e-commerce prevent repudiation?

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Digital signatures provide a way for customers and businesses to authenticate documents and transactions, preventing repudiation. This is accomplished by using cryptography to verify the identity of the sender and ensure the integrity of the message or transaction. Firewalls and audit trails may help protect against hacking and fraud, but they do not directly address the issue of repudiation. Electronic funds transfer may facilitate payment processing, but does not prevent repudiation on its own.

Question 7

The UPC bar code has a center divider with the field on the left and the field on the right representing

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The UPC bar code is divided into two main sections: the left side represents the company ID (also known as the manufacturer's code), and the right side represents the product ID (specific to the item).

Question 8

A self-checking symbology is one that supports check digits.

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A self-checking symbology is one where each character is designed in such a way that it can be automatically checked for accuracy during scanning, without the need for a separate check digit.

Question 9

In addition to conducting business-to-business over the Internet, business-to-business can also be conducted over an Extranet.

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Extranet is a private network that uses internet protocols, and it allows companies to communicate and share data securely. Therefore, B2B transactions can be conducted over an extranet as well as the internet.

Question 10

The barcode symbology that uses several (more than 2) bar widths is

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Question 11

The acronym "VAN" means value added network.

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VAN stands for "value added network".

Question 12

Which of the following technologies acts as a go-between between a company employee and the Internet?

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A proxy server acts as a go-between between a company employee and the Internet, allowing the employee to access the Internet while hiding their IP address and providing an extra layer of security. Digital signatures, encryption, and web assurance services are not specifically designed for this purpose.

Question 13

Continuous bar codes are those that have no inter-character gaps.

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Continuous bar codes are those that have no inter-character gaps, unlike discrete bar codes that have gaps between characters.

Question 14

Which of the following web assurance services assures the consumer that the site is genuine and not a "spoof" site?

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VeriSign provides a digital certificate that assures the consumer that the site is genuine and encrypts the transmission of sensitive data. TRUSTe, BBB OnLine, WebTrust, and SysTrust provide other types of web assurance services but do not directly address the issue of spoof sites.

Question 15

Which of the following web assurance services provides a report indicating whether there are adequate controls over the company's IT-based system and a description of the management's assertions to the effectiveness of the controls?

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Question 16

Which of the following is(are) common third-party web assurance service(s) for e- commerce?

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All of these options are common third-party web assurance services for ecommerce, providing different forms of verification and trust to online customers. TRUSTe focuses on privacy and data security, VeriSign offers digital certificates for secure online transactions, BBB OnLine is a program of the Better Business Bureau that provides accreditation and resolves disputes, and WebTrust and SysTrust are both auditing and certification programs that assess and verify the reliability and security of online systems. Choosing the best one depends on the specific needs and goals of the ecommerce business. 
All of the listed options—TRUSTe, VeriSign, BBB OnLine, WebTrust, and SysTrust—are common third-party web assurance services for e-commerce. These services provide various forms of certification or assurance to online businesses and their customers that the business is operating in a trustworthy and secure manner.
A) TRUSTe provides privacy certifications, ensuring that a website is handling user data in accordance with its privacy policy and relevant privacy standards.
B) VeriSign (now a part of Symantec) is known for providing SSL certificates, which are essential for securing data transfers, particularly in e-commerce transactions.
C) BBB OnLine, part of the Better Business Bureau, offers a trust seal that indicates the online business meets certain ethical standards and has committed to resolve customer complaints.
D) WebTrust is an assurance service provided by CPA (Certified Public Accountants) firms that certifies the policies and practices of e-commerce sites, including privacy, security, and business practices.
E) SysTrust (now part of the SOC suite of services) is an assurance service that evaluates and tests the reliability of an entity's systems, including their availability, security, and integrity.
Each of these services plays a role in enhancing consumer confidence and trust in e-commerce by ensuring that businesses adhere to certain standards and best practices for online operations.

Question 17

Companies are rapidly moving their EDI transaction to the Internet because this approach is much less expensive while providing the same level of security as value-added networks.

Accepted Answer

While moving EDI transactions to the Internet can reduce costs, it may not inherently provide the same level of security as traditional value-added networks, which are specifically designed for secure data exchange.

Question 18

An Extranet consists of two Intranets and one value added network.

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An extranet is a private network that uses Internet technologies to share information between organizations or businesses. It typically connects two or more intranets and may also include access to a value-added network for enhanced communication and collaboration.

Question 19

Most bar code symbologies use both the spaces (white bars) as well as the dark bars to encode data.

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Most bar code symbologies use a combination of both the light and dark bars (also known as the spaces and bars) to represent data. This helps to ensure accuracy and reliability in the scanning process.

Question 20

The international EDI standard is called EDIFACT representing Electronic Data Interchange for Administration, Commerce, and Transportation.

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The statement is true. EDIFACT stands for Electronic Data Interchange for Administration, Commerce, and Transportation, and is the international standard for EDI.

Quiz 14: Electronic Business