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What is the primary function of the MIS division in the bank?
Preparing reports and aiding decision making
What is the key limitation of the bank's data management system?
Absence of data mining and data analytics tools
What is the primary purpose of data communication?
To exchange data between devices
Why are computer networks essential to modern organizations?
To make organizations more flexible and adaptable
What is the location of the Disaster Recovery Site (DRS) of NCC Bank?
Gulshan-2, Dhaka
What is the significance of a strong database management system in the bank?
It manages data effectively
What is the primary way computers connect to a WAN?
Through public networks or private leased lines
What is the Internet, in the context of computer networks?
A global WAN that connects multiple networks
What is the primary purpose of an Intranet?
To support discovery, communication, and collaboration within an organization
What connects parts of the Intranets of different organizations?
An Extranet
What is a characteristic of the Internet?
It is a network of networks
What enables secure communication over the Internet in an Extranet?
Virtual private networks (VPNs)
What is the primary limitation of using a cold site?
It requires backup data and additional hardware to be sent and installed before use
What is a key consideration when determining the location of a DR site?
Distance from the primary data center to minimize the impact of a disaster
What is the purpose of a cold site?
To provide a minimal setup for power and networking capability
What is digital core banking?
A digital platform for core banking activities
Why is it important to consider the distance between the primary data center and the DR site?
To minimize the impact of a disaster on both sites
What is a potential issue with having a DR site that is too far away from the primary data center?
All of the above
What is the primary purpose of kiosk banking?
To promote financial inclusion in rural areas
What happens to requests initiated in a kiosk?
They are transferred to the nearest branch for processing
What is the primary advantage of Internet Banking?
It is a cost-effective and convenient way to bank
What is the main difference between kiosk banking and traditional banking?
The bank comes to the customer instead of the customer going to the bank
What is the ultimate goal of financial inclusion through kiosk banking?
To ensure financial security for all citizens
What is the characteristic of Internet Banking that makes it powerful?
It is a real-time online banking with least cost
What is the primary difference between data and information?
Data is input, while information is output
What is the smallest unit of data in a computer system?
Bit
What is the purpose of a database management system (DBMS)?
To enter, organize, and select data in a database
What is an example of a database software or DBMS?
MySQL
What can be thought of as an electronic filing system?
Database
What is the result of grouping related fields together?
A record
What is the main difference between Transactional Internet Banking and Communicative Internet Banking?
Communicative Internet Banking offers all the benefits of a traditional brick-and-mortar organization.
What is the primary purpose of Informational Internet Banking?
For marketing purposes only, offering basic information about the bank's products and services.
What can be a result of a slow connection or net connectivity loss?
It might be hard to know if the transaction went through.
What is a possible drawback of Internet Banking?
The customer might get overly marketed and become annoyed by notifications.
What is a characteristic shared by all three types of Internet Banking?
They all offer basic information about the bank's products and services.
What is the difference between Communicative Internet Banking and Informational Internet Banking?
Informational Internet Banking permits some communication between the client and bank.
What is a major challenge facing the financial sector in Bangladesh?
Reaching out with adequate financial services for low-income rural and urban population
What is the primary goal of Mobile Financial Services (MFS) in Bangladesh?
To innovate cost-efficient and prompt financial services for the underserved population
What is the role of an agent in Agent Banking?
To conduct banking transactions on behalf of the bank
What is the significance of mobile phone users in the development of Mobile Financial Services (MFS) in Bangladesh?
It has opened up opportunities for innovating cost-efficient and prompt financial services
What is the year when Bangladesh Bank introduced Agent Banking in the country?
2013
What is the primary target group of Mobile Financial Services (MFS) in Bangladesh?
Low-income rural and urban population
What is the primary characteristic of a Tier 1 data center?
It has only essential components or data center infrastructure.
What is the minimum availability guarantee of a Tier 2 data center?
99.741%
What is the average annual downtime of a Tier 1 data center?
28.8 hours
What is the key difference between a Tier 1 and a Tier 2 data center?
Redundancy in data center components
What type of businesses typically use a Tier 2 data center?
Medium-sized businesses
What is the benefit of a Tier 2 data center in terms of power supply?
It can be replaced or removed without interrupting power supply
Which type of DR site is suitable for business systems that can be down for an extended period?
Cold site
What is a key consideration for organizations with large information requirements and aggressive recovery time objectives?
The need for a DR site
What is the primary advantage of a hot site over a warm site?
It has customer data
What is the primary limitation of a warm site?
It does not have customer data
What is the primary purpose of a DR site?
To allow a company to recover and resume operations following a disaster
What is the ideal type of DR site for an organization?
Hot site
What is a common consequence of using simple passwords?
They can be cracked in minutes
What is the primary purpose of a password policy?
To prevent unauthorized access to computer systems
What is a characteristic of a strong password?
Length, complexity, and unpredictability
What is the purpose of changing passwords regularly?
To prevent password compromise
What is the primary method used in brute-force attacks?
Automation and scripting
Why should passwords not be shared with family members?
To maintain confidentiality and prevent unauthorized access
How much was the total transaction volume using internet banking facilities in 2021?
Tk 52 crore
What is the core banking software used by NCC Bank?
Flora Bank
How many servers does NCC Bank have as of December 2021?
223
What is the number of CBS terminals that NCC Bank has as of December 2021?
1950
How many POS terminals does NCC Bank have as of December 2021?
74
What is a characteristic of microwave connections?
They utilize high-frequency radio waves
What is a benefit of fiber-optic cables?
They provide greater security from interference and tapping
What is a characteristic of coaxial cable?
It is more difficult to work with than twisted-pair wire
What is the primary use of fiber-optic cables?
As the backbone for a network
What is the wavelength of microwave connections?
Short wavelength
What is a feature of fiber-optic cables?
They are smaller and lighter than traditional cable media
What is the main challenge facing the financial sector in Bangladesh?
Reaching out to low-income rural and urban population
What is the role of an agent in Agent Banking?
To conduct banking transactions on behalf of a bank
What is the primary goal of Mobile Financial Services (MFS) in Bangladesh?
To provide financial services to low-income groups
What is the primary function of a Network Interface Card (NIC)?
Sending and receiving data swiftly and securely between computers
What is the significance of mobile phone users in the development of Mobile Financial Services (MFS) in Bangladesh?
They enable the rapid expansion of Mobile Financial Services (MFS)
What is the primary characteristic of a geostationary satellite?
Appearing stationary while orbiting the Earth
What is a VSAT?
A satellite ground station with a dish antenna smaller than 3 meters in diameter
What is the year when Bangladesh Bank introduced Agent Banking in the country?
2013
What is the primary role of network devices?
Sending and receiving data swiftly and securely between computers
What is the primary target group of Mobile Financial Services (MFS) in Bangladesh?
Low-income rural and urban population
What is an example of a network device?
A router
What is the primary function of a NIC?
To enable internet connectivity
What percentage of availability is guaranteed by a Tier 1 data center?
99.671%
What is the average annual downtime of a Tier 1 data center?
28.8 hours
What is a key feature of a Tier 2 data center?
Partial redundancy in power and cooling resources
What type of businesses typically use a Tier 2 data center?
Medium-sized businesses
What is the benefit of a Tier 2 data center?
A power component or equipment can be replaced or removed without interrupting power supply
What is the primary difference between a Tier 1 and a Tier 2 data center?
Redundancy in power and cooling resources
The bank's data management system is remarkable, but lacks data mining and analytics tools. The MIS division helps with report preparation and decision making. Explore the bank's data management practices and potential for improvement.
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