COB 204 Final 2024 Exam Study Guide (A+ Verified)

A(n) __________ collects, processes, stores, analyzes, and disseminates information for a specific purpose. correct answers Information System Which of these reflects the poorest definition of "information"? correct answers information is data presented in a graph, chart, or table ________ is the ability to model the components of a system and to connect the inputs and outputs among those components into a sensible whole that reflects the structure and dynamics of the phenomenon observed. correct answers systems thinking The Lexon Corporation has been growing rapidly over the last five years. Lexon manufactures, distributes and services specialty medical equipment such as MRI and CAT imaging and diagnostic machines. Lexon has been using cloud based software services for communications and office suite software and an in-house database and software package for manufacturing and inventory management. Customers are managed by another in-house database and software package that is separate from the manufacturing and inventory management IS. Lexon management has identified the need to replace the current system and integrate all of its business functions into one cohesive system with a central database. Lexon would need to adopt which information system to accomplish that goal? correct answers ERP WeFlyFast, Inc. recently adopted a new cloud based ERP system for their aircraft maintenance division. As evidence found from a recent FAA audit, data deficiencies were found within the new system, specifically serial numbers of parts installed by mechanics are not recorded in the system. Current business processes dictate that the part expediter should enter the serial number at the time when the part is issued to the work order, but the new system will not allow that process to occur. The differences between the organization's business process requirements and the application's capabilities are known as ________. correct answers requirement gaps Which of the following terms best describes the ability to use computing resources from the cloud that dynamically meet a customer's demand? correct answers elastic Susan is in charge of creating a Business Process Modeling Notation (BPMN) diagram for the procurement department. The diagram will represent the separate paths to be followed for an old supplier and a new supplier. Which of the following shapes should Melissa use to represent the question "old supplier?" which can be answered with a yes or no as applicable? correct answers diamonds A(n)_____ is a collection of computing devices that transmit data to and receive it from each other over transmission lines or wirelessly. correct answers network If the CPU is like the computer's "brain" what is RAM like? correct answers short-term memory Which of the following statements regarding operating systems is TRUE? correct answers The most popular operating systems for personal desktops and laptops are Windows and Mac.