BCOR 350: Chapter 6

Which of the following is true about geographic information systems (GIS)? More than one answer may be correct.

A GIS uses a global positioning system (GPS) powered by at least 24 satellites Combined with GPS, GIS is used to guide the transport of goods to different locations. Spatial data generated from GIS is used by organizations to make better decisions.

Which of the following statements accurately describes computer networks? More than one answer may be correct.

A network is a group of two or more devices/computers that are connected together. Networks range in size from small home networks to the Internet, the world's largest network. Networks support many different software applications and online or offline services.

From the following list, select all the characteristics of collaboration software that enhance the productivity of teams, groups, and organizations.

Dedicated workspaces are viewable and editable by approved users, regardless of their physical location. The software is cloud-based, removing the need for users to have specific software downloaded on a device.

Which statement describes part of the process for sending information on the Internet? More than one answer option may be correct.

Each device connecting to the Internet must have a network interface card (NIC) installed. Devices connect to the Internet using either network cables or wireless technologies. Modems and routers are connected to the Internet via an Internet Service Provider (ISP).

Which of the following are correct regarding blockchain? More than one answer may be selected.

For business contracts, blockchain makes it almost impossible to change any information in a contract. This is advantageous for businesses that are dealing with multiple contracts. In supply chain management, blockchain can verify with almost absolute certainty where items and goods are along the supply chain, thus removing guesswork and inefficiencies for shippers and customers. Blockchain can be used to assist with quality assurance by tracing mistakes and errors in manufacturing back to where they occurred.Blockchain can be used to assist with quality assurance by tracing mistakes and errors in manufacturing back to where they occurred. Incorrect

Which of the following correctly identify National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) cloud computing deployment models? More than one answer may be correct.

Public cloud infrastructure is for open use by the general public. It may be owned, managed, and operated by a business, academic, or government organization, or some combination of them. Private cloud infrastructure is extended to a single organization with multiple consumers e.g., business units.

Which of the following statements correctly defines a TCP/IP layer? More than one definition may be correct.

The network access layer handles the physical parts of sending and receiving data. The Internet protocol layer controls the movement of packets throughout the network.The Internet protocol layer controls the movement of packets throughout the network. Correct The transport protocol divides data into packets and acknowledges these have been received.

A project manager needs to assess how much progress her team has made on the project, to provide executives with a weekly update. Which collaboration software program will be most useful for assessing the project's status?

Trello

Why would a vendor agreement be a disadvantage of cloud computing?

Vendor agreements make it difficult to switch services.

What are the major issues faced by organizations in terms of data and information that were addressed by cloud computing? More than one answer may be correct.

data management storage costs

In addition to overall digital flexibility, technological savings, and increased collaboration, computing in the cloud provides organizations with

disaster recovery.

Which cryptocurrency offers a blockchain-based platform that can be used to develop decentralized applications?

ethereum

Describe the benefits 5G networks will provide cell phone carriers and users. More than one answer may be correct.

faster connections and data transfer speeds greater capacity lower latency

An educational startup has already written its proprietary "Homework Helper" code, using AI to help high school students with homework. While their data storage needs are currently small, they expect their needs to grow exponentially as they increase their user base. Which of the following could help them with this?

infrastructure as a service (IaaS)

The amount of time that passes between when a device is asked to perform and when it completes the task is known as

latency.

List disadvantages of cloud computing. More than one answer may be correct.

limited control downtime security risks

While using her phone's GPS to drive to her vacation destination, Siena needs to find a gas station. She enters into her phone's GPS that she is looking for a gas station that is no more than five miles away from the route she is currently on. What is this an example of?

proximity location

With Web 3.0, everyday devices connected to the Web will become

smarter and more capable, given the improved support for the Internet of Things (IoT).

Select which entities in a connected city may benefit from increased data generated by 5G networks. More than one answer may be correct.

utility companies first responders city planners

An investment firm creates a network designed to facilitate information exchange between devices at its offices in New York City and New Haven, Connecticut. Which type of network would the company use to exchange information?

wide area network (WAN)