WGU C182 (Introduction to IT) - Flashcards 2024 with complete solution.

WGU C182 (Introduction to IT) - Flashcards 2024 with complete solution Assembly and machine language are examples of which type of programming language? These are examples of low-level programming languages. JavaScript, Python, PHP, and JSP are examples of what type of programming language? These are examples of scripting languages. BASIC, C, C++, FORTRAN, and LISP are examples of which kind of programming language? These are known as high-level programming languages. A system comprised of different parts working together to accomplish a goal is known as what? This loosely defines Information Technology. Maintaining computer systems, installing hardware/software, configuring OSs, and performing some scripting are the roles of which type of administrator? These are typically some of the roles associated with a Systems Administrator. Running wire, working with network hardware, configuring machines for network communication, and troubleshooting the network are roles of which type of administrator? These are typically some of the roles associated with a Network Administrator. Designing, developing, and supporting DBMSs (Database Management Systems) are roles of which type of administrator? These are typically some of the roles associated with a Database Administrator. Installing, configuring, and administering firewall security are some of the roles of which type of administrator? These are typically some of the roles associated with a Security Administrator. Installing, configuring, maintaining, securing, and troubleshooting web servers are the roles of which type of administrator? These admins may be referred to as a "webmaster" and may or may not be responsible for the server hardware. These are typically the roles associated with a Web Administrator. What are some skills desired for IT personnel? Troubleshooting/problem-solving, knowledge of operating systems, system level programming (scripting), system security, hardware. Information can be defined as _________ data. Processed Is data more or less structured than information? Data is less structured than information. __________ is the output of some process. Information What does DIKW refer to? Data -> Information -> Knowledge -> Wisdom What is the difference between information and data? Data consists of raw inputs, whereas information consists of data that has been processed into more useful material.