Exam (elaborations) Introduction To IT – WGU C182

What network always has two hops? - ANSWER A Star network. What is IT? - ANSWER It consists of hardware, software and the users of technology How does IT support the business? - ANSWER communication, both internal and external, sharing of resources, facilitating the integration of departments, management of information, securing company and employee information, and ensuring that the organization runs according to ethical practices. What is a system? - ANSWER A combination of independent parts all working together to accomplish a certain goal What are the core components of IT? - ANSWER Hardware, software, and users What is IT? - ANSWER Technology used in creating, maintaining, and making information accessible Who are considered to be personnel in IT? - ANSWER Network engineers, computer scientists and administrators Part of the definition of IT? Does it enables the processing of data? - ANSWER True Part of the definition of IT? The people who supply and support the use of Information Technology in organizations. - ANSWER True Part of the definition of IT? Analyze profit and loss data and information for businesses. - ANSWER False Part of the definition of IT? Software, data, and computer networks - ANSWER True Does IT include Stand-alone TV monitors and computer desks? - ANSWER No Does IT include Computer networks and IT personnel? - ANSWER Yes What is an administrator? - ANSWER Someone who is in charge of some portion of the IT infrastructure What is system administration? - ANSWER The process of maintaining the operating system of a computer system