Question 1

Electronic prescription systems (EPSs)offer huge potential benefits,but several obstacles are slowing the adoption of these systems.Which of the following is not one of those obstacles?

Accepted Answer

Widespread EPS technology standardization is not an obstacle to the adoption of these systems, as standardization is necessary for interoperability and the efficient exchange of information. The other options (A, B, and D) are all obstacles to adoption, as the high cost of implementation, lack of knowledge and understanding, and resistance from healthcare providers can all impede the uptake of EPSs.

Question 2

Why did Ericsson,Motorola,Nokia,and Siemens establish the Mobile Games Interoperability Forum (MGIF)that defined a range of technical standards?

Accepted Answer

The Mobile Games Interoperability Forum (MGIF) was established by Ericsson, Motorola, Nokia, and Siemens to define technical standards that would make it possible to deploy mobile games across multi-game servers and wireless networks, and over different mobile devices. The goal was to ensure interoperability and improve the user experience by allowing players to access mobile games more easily regardless of their device or network. The other options - A, C, and D - do not accurately reflect the purpose of the MGIF.

Question 3

Mobile commerce in __________ is growing exponentially and now represents the largest amount of m-commerce sales in the world.

Accepted Answer

Japan has experienced significant growth in mobile commerce, with its m-commerce sales surpassing those of the US and China, making it the largest m-commerce market in the world.

Question 4

In Japan,wireless shopping is popular with busy single parents,executives,and teenagers,who are doing __________ percent of their e-commerce shopping from cell phones.

Accepted Answer

The question states that wireless shopping is popular with busy single parents, executives, and teenagers in Japan. It also states that they are doing over 80% of their e-commerce shopping from cell phones. Therefore, the best choice is D, which is "over 80."

Question 5

End users can access a WLAN with their laptops,desktops,or PDAs by adding a(n)__________.

Accepted Answer

End users can access a WLAN with their laptops, desktops or PDAs by adding a wireless network card. This card allows their device to communicate wirelessly with an access point, which then connects them to the WLAN. Choice A (4G network) and B (Internet protocol) are not relevant to accessing a WLAN, and choice C (access point) is not something the end user would add to their device.

Question 6

Which is not one of the three dominant PC operating systems (OSs)?

Accepted Answer

Apple, Linux, and Microsoft Windows are the three dominant PC operating systems. Java is a programming language and platform, not an OS.

Question 7

Belgian Godiva Chocolatier is recognized worldwide as the leader in fine chocolates.The Godiva Mobile app integrates Godiva's best selling products with the address book on a BlackBerry smartphone.Why is this integration a good strategic move for Godiva?

Accepted Answer

All of the above options are correct. This integration simplifies the purchasing process for consumers, which is helpful because Godiva's products are often gifted items. The address book integration feature also makes it easier and more efficient for users to ship products to their desired recipients.

Question 8

Duplicating or __________ the Electronic Serial Number (ESM)of a cell phone and using it in second phone allows the perpetrator to have calls and other transactions fraudulently billed to the original phone.

Accepted Answer

Cloning involves duplicating the Electronic Serial Number (ESM) of a cell phone and using it in a second phone, which allows the perpetrator to have calls and other transactions fraudulently billed to the original phone. Phishing, smishing, and vishing are all different types of social engineering attacks used to obtain sensitive information, such as usernames and passwords, through electronic communication channels.

Question 9

The mobile computing and commerce environment relies on two basic approaches to Internet connectivity: short range wireless technologies such as __________ and longer range telecommunications technologies such as __________.

Accepted Answer

Short range wireless technologies such as Wi-Fi are used for local area connectivity, such as connecting to a hotspot in a coffee shop or hotel. Longer range telecommunications technologies such as WiMAX are used for wide area connectivity, providing access to the Internet over a larger geographic area. Option B is incorrect because WiMAX is a longer range technology, not a short range one. Option C is partially correct, but only covers longer range technologies and does not include short range ones. Option D is incorrect because 4G is a longer range technology, not a short range one.

Question 10

Writing apps for handheld devices,such as smartphones,is __________.

Accepted Answer

Writing apps for handheld devices can be difficult because there are many different models and operating systems, which require different coding languages and specific optimizations.

Question 11

According to the Daiwa Institute of Research,__________ account(s)for most of the purchases that are done on mobile phones,if the users are on flat-fee-based service.

Accepted Answer

Impulse shopping is the most likely type of purchase that users will make on their mobile phones if they are using a flat-fee-based service, according to the Daiwa Institute of Research. This is because flat-fee-based services do not charge users for individual transactions, which makes it easier for them to make impulsive purchases without having to worry about the cost.

Question 12

The __________ continues to be a leader in making digital music,movies and podcasts available to consumers for a fee.

Accepted Answer

The iTunes Store has been consistently providing a platform for users to purchase and download digital music, movies, and podcasts for a fee, making it a leader in this industry. Amazon.com and Grooveshark.com offer similar services, but the iTunes Store has a larger and more established user base. Fox Mobile primarily focuses on mobile content and does not offer as wide of a range of digital media as iTunes.

Question 13

The __________ is expected to emerge as the predominant market for mobile banking services done via cell phones or other mobile device.

Accepted Answer

According to various industry reports, the Asia-Pacific region is expected to emerge as the predominant market for mobile banking services due to its large population, high percentage of unbanked individuals, and increasing smartphone penetration rates. Additionally, countries like China and India have already shown significant growth in mobile banking services.

Question 14

Many financial service handhelds send SMS texts using __________,which work like telephone numbers,except that they are 5 or 6 characters long and easier to remember.

Accepted Answer

Short codes are commonly used for SMS text messaging in the financial services industry. They are easier to remember and work like telephone numbers, but are typically only 5 or 6 characters long. Mobile PINs, packets, and biometrics are not typically used for SMS text messaging in this context.

Question 15

An advantage of an __________,which is a piece of software,is that it that stores an online shopper's credit card numbers and other personal information so that the shopper does not have to reenter that information for every online purchase.

Accepted Answer

The description of the piece of software aligns with the concept of an e-wallet, which is specifically designed to store payment information and personal details for online purchases.

Question 16

Which of the following is not a characteristic of Wi-Fi?

Accepted Answer

Wi-Fi technology does not rely on satellites, but rather on wireless access points or routers.

Question 17

One innovative payment systems uses an iPhone app called __________,in which two individuals can transfer money to each other simply by tapping their phones together.

Accepted Answer

The given description matches the features of the Bump app, which allows users to transfer money by tapping their phones together. The other options (QR, tap, and knock) do not specifically describe a payment system where two individuals transfer money by tapping their phones together.

Question 18

Primary forces that are driving the growth of the mobile market are __________ and __________.

Accepted Answer

The primary forces driving the growth of the mobile market are mobile social media and gaming handhelds. The use of social media on mobile devices has exploded in recent years, driven by the convenience of being able to access social media on-the-go. Mobile gaming has also seen significant growth due to the increasing popularity of smartphones and the development of more sophisticated mobile games. While the other options may have some impact on the mobile market, they are not the primary driving forces behind its growth.

Question 19

Which of the following is not one of the threats to mobile banking?

Accepted Answer

SMS is not a threat to mobile banking but rather a common method of delivering one-time passwords (OTPs) for added security in the mobile banking process. Cloning, phishing, and lost or stolen phones are all common threats to mobile banking.

Question 20

How can handheld mobile computing devices and technology significantly improve performance in the healthcare system?

Accepted Answer

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Quiz 7: Mobile Computing and Commerce

Electronic prescription systems (EPSs) offer huge potential benefits,but several obstacles are slowing the adoption of these systems.Which of the following is not one of those obstacles?

Why did Ericsson,Motorola,Nokia,and Siemens establish the Mobile Games Interoperability Forum (MGIF) that defined a range of technical standards?

Mobile commerce in __________ is growing exponentially and now represents the largest amount of m-commerce sales in the world.

In Japan,wireless shopping is popular with busy single parents,executives,and teenagers,who are doing __________ percent of their e-commerce shopping from cell phones.

End users can access a WLAN with their laptops,desktops,or PDAs by adding a(n) __________.

Which is not one of the three dominant PC operating systems (OSs) ?