System Analysis and Design 7 and 8

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An online software and data environment in which applications and services are access and used through an internet connection rather than a local computer describes which of the following terms?

Cloud computing

Which of the following is an example of vertical application?

Point of sale application

What interactive tool can users use to custom interface and handle data entry format and procedures?

Screen generator

Which term best describes a model of software deployment in which an application is hosted as a service provided to customers over the internet?

Software as a Service

Which of the following is an accurate characteristic of a web-based systems development environment?

Systems are easily scaleable and can run on multiple hardware environments.

A firm that enhances a commercial package by adding custom features and configuring it for a particular industry is known as which of the following?

Value-added reseller

Which type of input describes data entry that is usually performed on a specified time schedule, such as a daily, weekly, monthly, or longer?

batch input

What type of test can be performed in order to determine whether a package can handle a certain transaction volume efficiently?

benchmark

What design feature is used to select one or more choices from a group?

check box

Which data validation check is performed on two of more fields to ensure that they are consistent or reasonable when considered together?

combination check

Which feature can be added to a user interface design in order for a user to initiate an action?

command button

A feature that is sensitive to the current conditions and offers assistance for tasks in progress is known as which of the following?

context-sensitive help

What type of report produces one or more lines of output for each record processed?

detail report

Which data validation check should be used for mandatory data items?

existence check

A data entry method where a blank form duplicates or resembles the source document and is completed on the screen is known as which of the following?

form filling

What can be used to provide a checklist of user tasks that must be included in the interface design?

functional decomposition diagram

What term is used to describe a software package that can be used by many different types of organization?

horizontal application

Which term is used to describe the relationship between computers and the people who use them to perform their jobs?

human-computer interaction

What term best describes a template or pattern that restricts data entry and prevents errors?

input mask

Which of the following defines what must take place, not how it will be accomplished?

logical design

Some firms offer Internet Business Services (IBS), which provide powerful web-based support for transactions. What is another term used to describe IBS?

managed hosting

What feature allows users to type commands or requests in normal text phrases?

natural language

Which term refers to the practice of shifting IT development, support, and other operations to other countries?

offshore outsourcing

Many companies have now transferred information systems development, operation, or maintenance to a third-party firm that provides these services for a fee. What is this known as?

outsourcing

What term is used to identify a document that describes the company, list the IT services or products needed, and specifies the features required?

request for proposal

A percentage rate that compares the total net benefits received from a project to the total costs of the project is known as which of the following?

return investment

Which of the following is used to input data, authorize an input action, and provide a record of the original transaction?

source document

Which type of outsourcing fee structure charges a variable fee based on the number of users or workstations that have access to the application?

subscription model

A GUI element that is used to represent on or off status is known as which of the following?

toggle button

What can be used to document the user interface?

user-approved sketches and story boards


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