MIS Final
Because they must interpret what a user is looking for and return relevant results in a timely manner, natural language processing is widely used in _____.
. search engines
How much time do many project managers recommend be allocated for training staff to facilitate a successful enterprise system implementation?
30-60 days per employee
One of the most common applications for Cartesian robots is for _____.
3D printing
What is one advantage that SaaS confers because it is deployed and managed from a central location?
A company can run its business from a computer with any browser
Your new software project manager is comfortable working on projects without fully specifying the requirements up front. He recommends a team-based approach to development. He is very likely to be a proponent of the _____ approach to software development.
Agile
_____ is an iterative system development process that develops a system in "sprint" increments lasting from two weeks to two months
Agile development
When you successfully connect your computer to a printer using _____, the two devices will be 10 to 30 feet apart and the computer will transmit to the printer at a rate of about 2 Mbps.
Bluetooth
Because of ____ e-commerce sites, anyone can become a merchant online.
C2C
Which of the following allows users to analyze customer data to identify ways to increase revenue, ways to decrease costs, and the company's "best customers" and how to locate more of them?
CRM system
Which of the most common types of industrial robot takes up a smaller footprint and moves in straight lines?
Cartesian
Why is change management a significant challenge for many organizations during enterprise system implementation?
Companies often must radically change how they operate to conform to the enterprise work processes.
_____ determines whether the expected benefits associated with a project outweigh the expected costs sufficiently to make the project financially attractive.
Economic feasibility
All members of a system investigation team must be co-located to ensure a successful start to a project. t/f
F
An expert system, using the knowledge acquisition facility, can indicate all the facts and rules that were used in reaching a conclusion. t/f
F
As a project manager, you would use the stakeholder analysis matrix to manage communications with external entities such as customers, vendors, and regulatory bodies. t/f
F
Enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems work directly with manufacturing machines on the production floor t/f
F
In organizations with more advanced planning processes, strategic planning is focused inward only. t/f
F
It is appropriate for Mavis, who is the CEO of an organization, to delegate long-term decisions about the organization to a subordinate. t/f
F
Product lifecycle management (PLM) typically includes customer relationship management (CRM) software. t/f
F
Smart cards are less protected from misuse that conventional credit, charge, and debit cards because the smart card information is not encrypted. t/f
F
Suppose the industry your business is in has 10 buyers but 50 sellers. This means there is a low bargaining power of buyers. t/f
F
The degree of rivalry between competitors is low in industries with many equally sized competitors or little differentiation between products. t/f
F
The knowledge engineer is the person with the expertise the expert system is trying to capture. t/f
F
Unit testing uncovers any defects in the interface between individual components of an information system. t/f
F
Virtual reality and augmented reality are two different terms for the same technology, which allows the user to take tours or "walk through" different scenes. t/f
F
_____ is a set of activities that includes defining an achievable completion date that is acceptable to the project stakeholders, developing a workable project schedule, and ensuring the timely completion of the project.
Schedule management
_____ includes the planning, executing, and controlling of all activities involved in raw material sourcing and procurement, converting raw materials to finished products, and the warehousing and delivery of finished product to customers.
Supply chain management (SCM)
_____ creates a complete set of technical specifications that can be used to construct an information system.
System design
A CEO must be heavily involved in setting high-level business objectives and defining strategies. t/f
T
A data flow diagram (DFD) does not provide any information about process timing t/f
T
Although computers excel at numerical calculations, they are not as good at dealing with symbols and three-dimensional objects. t/f
T
An expert system can use a case-based solution process to develop the solution to a problem by finding cases stored in the knowledge base that are similar to the problem at hand and then modifying the solution to the cases to fit the current problem. t/f
T
Artificial intelligence involves the development of machines and computer systems that can simulate human intelligence processes. t/f
T
Devices that belong to the IoT network contain sensors that can detect something about the device's surroundings, such as pressure, temperature, or motion. t/f
T
Even if unit testing is successful, developers cannot assume they can combine individual components into a working system without any problems. t/f
T
Expert systems use facts and heuristics to arrive at conclusions or make recommendations. t/f
T
If a company considers its IS organization as a cost center or service provider, then the IS organization's strategic planning will be inward focused. t/f
T
Implementation of an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system provides an organization with an opportunity to also upgrade the information technology that it uses. t/f
T
IoT applications can be classified into four groups based on two key qualities: their degree of sensing and degree of action. t/f
T
Joint application development (JAD) sessions with a cross section of users and stakeholders in a project are an effective way to define system requirements. t/f
T
Lack of trust in online sellers is one of the most frequently cited reasons that some consumers are not willing to purchase online. t/f
T
One of the significant drawbacks to building a custom system is the high cost compared to off-the-shelf software. t/f
T
Organizations frequently need to customize a vendor's enterprise resource planning (ERP) software to integrate other business systems. t/f
T
Organizations that are concerned about the security of their data must investigate the cloud provider's processes and applications related to security fully before using public cloud computing. t/f
T
Pressure to increase profitability and improve operational efficiencies often drives organizations to implement new approaches and technology. t/f
T
Smaller lot sizes from vendors will help reduce the purchasing complexities for the consumer t/f
T
The Internet is the infrastructure on which the Web exists. t/f
T
The main difference between batch processing and online transaction processing is the currency of system data--that is, how up to date it is. t/f
T
The purpose of studying a system is to identify the strengths and weaknesses of the existing system and examine current inputs, outputs, processes, security and controls, and system performance. t/f
T
To successfully implement a supply chain management system, an organization must be able to integrate its systems with its suppliers. t/f
T
Vision systems include hardware and software that permit computers to capture, store, and process visual images. t/f
T
When there is a delay between an event and the eventual processing of the data, the type of system in use is called batch processing. t/f
T
When you use your lab computer to access a printer, you are using the local area network (LAN). t/f
T
You are involved in an information systems project. The project's scope has widened, but there is no change in the cost, quality, or user expectations. This will result in an increase in time taken to complete the project. t/f
T
Which of the following processes was developed by W. Edward Deming and emphasizes the need to involve all employees in improving quality by eliminating errors?
TQM
Which of the following statements is true of user acceptance testing (UAT)?
UAT must be completed successfully before newly developed software can be rolled out to the market
A key ingredient to e-commerce infrastructure is _____.
a Web server platform
Top career options in AI include becoming _____.
a data scientist, who analyzes large data sets to follow patterns and find trends
One positive aspect of the Waterfall approach is that, at the end of each phase of the process, _____.
a formal review ensures that the project is on track and worth completing
Successful implementation of e-commerce requires _____.
a substantial investment in IS technology
What is SCARA?
a type of industrial robot
Artificial intelligence _____.
acks outside context on the importance of unique patterns revealed by data
A useful model that describes how teams develop is the forming-storming-norming-performing-_____ model.
adjourning
Supply chain management involves many situations where data from one function of an organization is used to make critical decisions in another area. What is one example?
ales ordering includes confirming the availability of desired items in the inventory and the customer's available credit
What tool would likely be the best choice for a heavy machinery manufacturer seeking to improve the accuracy of its product demand forecasting?
an algorithm that analyzes key variables to identify the primary drivers for production and demand
Innitrobe is ramping up to begin an ERP implementation. To promote its success, Innitrobe seeks project oversight and verification and validation of system performance from _____.
an experienced, independent resource
Millie's company is implementing an ERP, and her direct reports are complaining loudly of their frustrations with the new system. What should Millie request from upper management to alleviate this?
an extensive training program for system users
Which statement about objectives and goals matches the way these terms are used in your text?
an objective is a statement of a compelling business need that an organization must meet
Peter Sam's product development team studies a dashboard that shows the top product requests from customers in parallel with the product roadmap for the year in an effort to identify any gaps in their product offerings. What type of tool are they using?
data visualization and business intelligence
What component at the core of the ERP system allows all business functions to access current and consistent data for operational decision making?
database
The elimination of organizations that operate between the producer and the consumer is called _____.
disintermediation
A customer relationship management (CRM) system helps a company in managing _____.
distribution and accounting
Mavis and her project team are evaluating candidates for a new off-the-shelf software package for their company. Mavis calls some professional acquaintances who use these candidate packages in order to _____.
elicit feedback regarding the software performance and the quality of technical support available
One benefit for a small business using the hosted software model for its enterprise software is that it can succeed without ___
employing full-time IT professionals
Reinforcement learning _____.
emulates the trial-and-error method through which humans learn
The disadvantages of the Waterfall approach to software development relate primarily to _____.
end users
In the context of data-flow diagrams (DFDs), a(n) _____ shows either the source or destination of the data.
entity symbol
A network built using Web technologies that links selected resources of a company's internal corporate network with its suppliers, customers, or other business partners is called a(n) _____.
extranet
An artificial neural network is programmed to learn _____.
from each iteration during the training phase
PLM software facilitates decision making by _____.
generating and distributing product and process data to those who need it
Smart cars _____.
have sensors that monitor objects in the car's blind spots and at the front and rear of the car
An IS manager has identified several of what the diffusion of innovation theory would term "laggards" in his department. It is likely that the most successful approach to persuading them to adopt a new information system would be to _____.
have their peers demonstrate how this change has helped them and bring pressure to bear from other adopter
One issue associated with the use of electronic exchanges is _____.
he fear of losing trade secrets when working with competing organizations
Thomas is preparing to implement a new software package that his project team has selected and purchased. Thomas should _____.
help his coworkers identify and make any needed changes to their current processes using a DFD
One core task of e-commerce software is product configuration, which _____.
helps customers select the necessary components and options
IoT technology can be used to control thermostats, home security systems, appliances, and motorized blinds via a smartphone app. This is known as _____.
home automation
Web pages are connected to each other using specially denoted text or graphics on each page that, when clicked, open a new Web page containing related content. These are called _____.
hyperlinks
Tom's Art Supplies used to sell art supplies through mail order catalogs, but the company's data entry specialists often had difficulty deciphering their customers' handwriting on the order forms. Since switching to an e-commerce site, Tom's has enjoyed which advantage of e-commerce?
increased order accuracy
In an expert system, the _____ is the component that delivers the expert advice.
inference engine
In the context of purchasing systems, when a(n) _____ arrives from a supplier, it is matched to the original order and the receiving report, and a check is generated if all data is complete and consistent.
invoice
Buying off-the-shelf software _____.
is less risky than building software
As Frida is using a company database application, her computer transfers information securely by encapsulating traffic in IP packets and sending them over the Internet. Frida _____.
is likely logged in to her company's intranet
If an organization elects to undergo system development, _____.
it can choose to hire an outside company for this project
Since the early 1800s, automation has often aroused workers' fears about _____.
job loss
Sensors inside IoT wearable devices typically collect information such as _____.
location and heart rate
One benefit of the cloud computing option known as software as a service is _____
lower costs compared with licensing needed applications
A LinkedIn report on AI skills among users identified three skill sets that are complementary to AI. Which of the following skill sets is NOT one of them?
mechanical engineering skills
How might a start-up company that has been using a paper-based document control approach benefit from switching to a cloud-based PLM system?
more efficient development processes
With the DevOps approach, _____.
move-into-production activities are automated, incremental, and self-service
The part of machine learning that allows computers to understand, analyze, manipulate, and generate natural language for processing is most specifically called _____.
natural language processing
A _____ is a major program change, typically encompassing many new features.
new version
What emerging approach allows administrators to manage a network via a controller that does not require physical access to all the network devices?
oftware-defined networking
Which of the following types of processing is essential for businesses that require access to current data such as airlines, ticket agencies, and stock investment firms?
online transaction processing
You have observed that some of your organization's projects end up having little or no value after they are completed. You are tasked with selecting potential future projects. Which type of projects would you recommend the organization consider?
only projects that are tied to specific organizational goals
The major understandings and assumptions for an organization, which are often neither stated nor documented as goals or formal policies, are known as _____.
organizational culture
You are part of the team assigned to implement new software at XYZ Inc. The employees at XYZ Inc. trust the results obtained from the old software, but are cautious about accepting those from the proposed new software. What software implementation strategy would you recommend in this situation to allow users fall-back access to the old system as the new one is implemented?
parallel start up
New, industry-transforming services that will be made possible by 5G technology include _____.
performing remote surgery
Using a customer's name in an email campaign or a greeting that appears when they visit a Web page is considered the most basic form of _____.
personalization
One reason for the growth in business-to-consumer (B2C) e-commerce is that online B2C shoppers have the ability to design a _____ product.
personalized
Compology's dumpster-monitoring software uses data from garbage container sensors plus external data to determine when dumpsters need service and alert sanitation workers so they can take preemptive action. Which type of IoT application is this?
predict and adapt
Which type of IoT application performs predictive analysis and initiates preemptive action using sensor data augmented with external data?
predict and adapt
Within the Scrum framework for Agile software development, the prioritized list of project requirements collected from stakeholders prior to a sprint planning session is called a _____.
product backlog
Jeannine is aware that her company's IS needs a serious upgrade, and others in her department respect her opinion about this. Which is likely the most appropriate strategy for convincing Jeannine to adopt a new IS?
provide Jeannine assistance getting started with the new system
For members of what the diffusion of innovation theory calls the early majority, the recommended strategy for promoting a new technology is to _____.
provide them with evidence of the system's effectiveness and success stories
Which project variable is defined as the degree to which the project meets the needs of its users?
quality
In a manufacturing enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, demand management _____.
refines a production plan by determining the amount of weekly or daily production needed to meet the demand for individual products
Which type of machine learning is used to train autonomous cars to drive?
reinforcement learning
Drones that deliver packages, unmanned home vacuum cleaners, and toy dogs that entertain children are all examples of _____
robots
Manufacturing enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems follow a systemic process for developing a production plan that starts with _____ to develop an estimate of future customer demand.
sales forecasting
The definition of which tasks are and which tasks are not included in a project is called the project's _____
scope
A _____ is a valuable tool that enables a user to find information on the Web by specifying words or phrases known as keywords, which are related to a topic of interest.
search engine
Before signing a contract with a SaaS vendor, an organization must ensure that the vendor has acceptable answers to questions about the storage and protection of the data shared with them because _____.
security and privacy must be addressed by all organizations
The business unit most affected by the project and the one whose budget will cover the project costs is known as the _____.
sponsoring business unit
What overall strategy is used to train artificial neural network programs?
supervised learning
Technology that interacts with a human's neural structure and translates the information into activity is known as _____.
the brain computer interface
Dialects, slang, and the context of speech are examples of which challenge associated with natural language processing?
the difference between how computers "listen" and humans speak
An expert system's knowledge acquisition facility serves as an interface between _____.
the experts and the knowledge base
Rheneas wants to ensure his management team is aware of the common causes for failed enterprise system implementations before they begin their own. He points out to the team that _____
the failure rate for ERP implementations worldwide is 21 percent
Thomas and Emily are discussing the affect of AI on future employment. Emily correctly points out that _____.
the introduction of new technology has always resulted in the creation of more jobs than were lost
A genetic algorithm is an approach to solving problems based on the _____.
theory of evolution
James entered into a public cloud computing arrangement without reviewing the standard contract carefully. What problem is he most likely to face as a result?
unexpected cloud service costs
Which of the following is characteristic of extreme programming?
unit testing of all code
Claudette is a developer working for a software company that uses JIRA, a PLM product. Claudette knows that using JIRA benefits her organization because _____.
upper management can it to monitor project progress in order to make informed decisions
According to experts, what organizational practice will allow the growth of AI to create new jobs?
upskilling the workforce
JoAnn's company is preparing to launch an e-commerce Web site. After researching the process and realizing that they don't have any of the necessary technology infrastructure in place, JoAnn advises that they minimize their initial out-of-pocket costs and speed up the launch of the site by _____.
using a third-party Web service provider
IoT devices help organizations deepen their understanding of consumer preferences and behaviors using data from _____.
video surveillance, social media, mobile, and Internet usage
In the automotive industry, the fast-paced automated environment often requires that machines determine their direction of movement using new-generation _____.
vision systems
You are part of a testing team at a software business. Your job is to see how many concurrent users the system can host and how many database transactions the system can handle without a noticeable drop in performance. You are doing _____ testing.
volume
The goals of _____ are to determine the work load at which systems performance begins to degrade and to identify and eliminate any issues that prevent the system from reaching its required system-level performance.
volume testing
When an organization chooses to subscribe to an on-demand software service rather than buy or build software, that organization _____.
ypically has 24/7 access to technical support
Why are advances in 5G technology expected to influence the IoT?
5G enables many devices to transmit data quickly to the cloud
Which statement about data security in the public cloud is true?
Clients of public cloud computing services must rely on service providers to safeguard their data.
A mobile advertiser can find how many people clicked on his ad and how many people bought his product or service. t/f
T
A virtual private network (VPN) can support a secure connection between a company's employees and remote users, usually through a third-party service provider t/f
T
An organization may use buy-side e-commerce to purchase goods and services from its suppliers t/f
T
Because of the danger of vendor lock-in, organizations must choose a cloud provider wisely t/f
T
Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) use special Hypertext Markup Language (HTML) tags to globally define font characteristics for a variety of page elements as well as how those elements are laid out on a Web page. t/f
T
Conversion to an e-commerce or m-commerce system enables organizations to increase the accuracy of order processing and order fulfillment. t/f
T
Purple Pie Man's Bakery has entered an agreement with Amazon whereby the bakery's database system resides on Amazon's hardware and employees access it through the Internet. In this scenario, Purple Pie Man's Bakery is _____.
a tenant of Amazon
The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) uses companies called _____ to handle the business of registering domain names.
accredited domain name registrars
How can a business best increase traffic to its e-commerce site?
acquire links to its site on popular, related site
During the purchasing stage of e-commerce, accepted payment methods typically vary because _____.
additional safeguards and measures are required for first-time buyers in B2C e-commerce
What must a networked device possess to truly belong to the IoT?
an IP address
Tesla and Google have been pioneers in developing IoT devices that analyze data from the cloud and from on-board cameras and sensors to determine when to speed up, slow down, change lanes, or turn while moving. What are these devices called?
autonomous vehicles
Wholesale e-commerce applications often focus on improving a plant manager's efficiency in researching prices and availability from suppliers for _____.
manufacturing, repair, and operations goods and service
When a Web developer combines two or more Web applications into a new service, such as displaying the origin location of a Twitter post using Google Maps or overlaying Flickr photos of geographic locations within Google Maps, this is known as ____
mashup
The way consumers and large enterprises use the IoT is evolving because of advances in _____.
mobile communications
Early 5G users should be aware that their coverage may be limited compared with 4G coverage, at least initially. Why will 5G networks likely be less widespread at first?
more cell towers will need to be installed
In a typical network, routing and switching of data and enabling access to applications are performed by hundreds or thousands of _____.
network devices
WebEx and GoToMeeting are Internet applications designed to support _____.
real-time conferencing and presentations
Dodge works for a manufacturing firm where IoT and smart building systems monitor and control the usage of electrical systems. This benefits the firm primarily through _____.
reduced costs
Which IoT devices can be used to improve workplace safety in mining, heavy industries, and construction?
safety helmets and wristbands embedded with sensors
Security is a serious issue with IoT applications because _____.
they can expose internal systems to hacking, viruses, and malware
Compared with 4G networks, 5G networks _____
transmit more data
As a result of the analysis of aggregated sensor data, an IoT device may receive _____.
updates, alerts, or even automatic adjustment
What happens during the purchasing stage of the multistage e-commerce model when the buyer is a corporate buyer placing a monthly order with a long-term supplier?
a completed purchase order is sent electronically to the supplier
Which statement about 4G wireless communications is correct?
Eventually, 4G will make worldwide roaming as well as universal access possible.
4G technology, introduced in 2011, provides data transfer speeds of 1-10 Gbps and thus permits fast data transfer, minimal latency, and the ability to connect many IoT devices. t/f
F
A personal area network (PAN) is a wireless network that connects information networking devices within a small area, such as an office, home, or several floors of a building. t/f
F
A procurement card is an attachment to an e-mail message or data embedded in a Web site that verifies the identity of a sender or a Web site. t/f
F
A wide area network (WAN) is a telecommunications network that connects users and their computers in a geographical area that spans a campus or business park, but not beyond the city limits. t/f
F
All forms of cloud computing begin with a deployment in which a cloud serve provider offers its cloud-based services to the public. t/f
F
Because cloud computing arrangements have become so common, they are typically simple and straightforward from both the legal and pricing standpoints. t/f
F
Businesses and organizations that manage a local area network (LAN) connect to the Internet via a Web browser. t/f
F
In spite of recent economic downturns, Web site operators have shunned the idea of bartering for goods and services. t/f
F
Security is not a significant concern for developers of IoT applications because of the limited scope of the private data these applications handle. t/f
F
Smart card use is restricted to data associated with financial transactions. t/f
F
_____ is the standard page description language for Web pages.
Hypertext Markup Language (HTML)
What are the popular avenues for publishing a Web site once it has been built?
ISPs, free sites, and Web hosting services
Which of the following is a widely-used client-side programming language?
JavaScript
_____ is a social networking site designed to help its members develop a professional network.
The four major U.S. wireless network operators have expanded their 4G networks using a standard for wireless communications for mobile phones based on packet switching. This standard is known as _____.
Long Term Evolution
Clarabel, who is helping design her firm's e-commerce infrastructure, tells a colleague, "It is encouraging to remember that computer hardware continues to become more powerful without becoming more expensive thanks to _____."
Moore's Law
Which of the following factors is NOT one of the main reasons Web developers must often rewrite existing Web applications for mobile devices?
PIC security standard requirements
Which component of an e-commerce technology infrastructure performs several fundamental services including security and identification, retrieval and sending of Web pages, Web site tracking, and Web site development?
Web server software
Conversion to an e-commerce or m-commerce system enables organizations to _____
improve their level of customer service
Ryan's power goes out while he is watching his favorite sport, but comes back on within 10 minutes. This is because his electrical utilities provider used sensor data to predict when a local power line was about to fail and took quick corrective action. This is an example of which benefit of the application of IoT to an organization?
improved customer service and experience
Which benefit of public cloud computing results when service providers operate multiple data centers distributed geographically and save multiple copies of data on different machines?
increased redundancy
Which of the following is used to create a program that runs on a Web server and deals with generation of the content of a Web page to satisfy an end-user's request?
server-side programming
Gordon is helping his company prepare for the launch of their e-commerce site. He knows that they must choose their technology components carefully and integrate them with the goal of _____.
supporting a large volume of transactions
Matthew is a developer who uses a combination of programming languages to create and run programs for the Web. He has access to a rich library of code for building XML Web applications, which he often finds helpful. Matthew develops Web services using _____.
the .NET platform
The number of mobile Web sites worldwide has grown rapidly, in part because of _____.
the development of new and useful applications
Francis purchases a new tablet device through an e-commerce Web site. In this scenario, the last stage of the multistage model for e-commerce takes place when _____.
the merchant's technical support team helps Francis configure his device
_____ include the people, procedures, hardware, software, data, and knowledge needed to develop computer systems and machines that can simulate human intelligence processes including learning, reasoning, and self-correction.
Artificial intelligence systems
_____ can process many pieces of data at the same time and learn to recognize patterns.
Artificial neural networks
Which statement about Agile software development is true?
It is an intense process that increases the risk for burnout among team members.
Mavis receives an e-mail announcing that her employer will be selecting employees from each department for upskillling and providing an application for those who are interested. What does this mean?
Mavis should apply if she would like to advance her career by gaining new skill
Mavis is a customer service manager. Suppose one of the business objectives at Mavis's firm is to improve customer service by offering a consistently high level of service that exceeds customers' expectations. Which of the following statements about this situation is FALSE?
Mavis should initiate a project to reduce costs by eliminating all but essential customer services.
Suppose Task C has two predecessor tasks: Task A and Task B. Task A ends on May 8 and Task B ends on May 13. When can Task C begin?
May 14
The high-speed communications links that span the globe over land and under sea make up the Internet _____.
backbone
Based on a 1992 Supreme Court ruling, an Internet-based merchant needed to collect sales taxes only when _____.
buyers lived in a state where the merchant hada physical presence
How can IoT devices minimize downtime in a manufacturing plant?
by predicting equipment failures and scheduling preventative maintenance
Preston wants to build some HTML and image files promoting his business and place them on a Web server. He wants to _____.
create a Web site
For an organization with an enterprise system, processing transactions _____.
creates a storehouse of data invaluable to decision making
Joan's organization has just set up a corporate intranet. In order to use the intranet effectively, most likely Joan _____.
can rely on her familiarity with Internet technology
Accounting systems track the flow of data related to all the organization's _____.
cash flows
E-commerce purchases are often made with various types of cards. Which of these card types does not carry a preset spending limit but must be paid off by the cardholder at the end of each billing period?
charge card
Stacey is developing code that will enable users of her software to display the customized text and images sent by Web servers as Web pages. She is engaged in _____.
client-side programming
The World Wide Web uses a networking approach wherein many end-user computing devices request and receive services from host computers on the network, which is known as _____.
client/server architecture
Suppose a business wishes to have access to servers and storage devices, but does not want to buy them. The business prefers to have their own employees install and maintain the computing platform and application software. What is their best choice?
cloud computing: infrastructure as a service
Robots that work with humans on manufacturing lines, handling work that is hard on a person and could cause repetitive injuries, are known as _____.
cobots
A common reason an organization chooses a private rather than a public cloud environment is _____.
concerns about data security
Authentication technologies are used by many organizations to _____.
confirm the identity of a user requesting access to information or assets
Emily would like advertisements that link to her company's Web site to appear on other sites that potential customers are likely to visit. Emily should _____.
consider having her ads distributed by a blind or premium blind mobile network
Which of the following is considered an "expense" among typical IS project-related costs?
consultant charges
Which type of IoT application enables automatic monitoring combined with remote control, trend analysis, and reporting by using individual devices that each gather a small amount of data?
control and react
Agile development requires _____.
cooperation and frequent meetings
The average ERP implementation _____.
costs in the millions and lasts over a year
Percy is attracted by the advantages of enterprise software but his small business cannot afford to make a major up-front investment in new applications at this time. Percy _____.
could try hosted enterprise software, which offers a pay-as-you-go approach