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What does IT infrastructure encompass?
What does IT infrastructure encompass?
Which of the following is NOT a purpose of IT infrastructure?
Which of the following is NOT a purpose of IT infrastructure?
How do computing platforms function within IT infrastructure?
How do computing platforms function within IT infrastructure?
Which service is responsible for providing policies on IT usage within a firm?
Which service is responsible for providing policies on IT usage within a firm?
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What is the primary role of data management services in IT infrastructure?
What is the primary role of data management services in IT infrastructure?
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Which aspect is related to the efficiency and speed of platform operations?
Which aspect is related to the efficiency and speed of platform operations?
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Which of the following best describes the role of IT management services?
Which of the following best describes the role of IT management services?
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What do physical facilities management services primarily focus on?
What do physical facilities management services primarily focus on?
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What is included in the definition of a computing platform?
What is included in the definition of a computing platform?
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Which component of a computing platform is responsible for managing hardware resources?
Which component of a computing platform is responsible for managing hardware resources?
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What characteristic of computing platforms indicates their ability to accommodate growing demands?
What characteristic of computing platforms indicates their ability to accommodate growing demands?
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What benefit does virtualization offer in computing environments?
What benefit does virtualization offer in computing environments?
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Which of the following is NOT a component of computing platforms?
Which of the following is NOT a component of computing platforms?
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What role do frameworks and libraries play in software development?
What role do frameworks and libraries play in software development?
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Which characteristic ensures that a computing platform can run specific applications?
Which characteristic ensures that a computing platform can run specific applications?
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Which of the following best describes Runtime Environments in the context of computing platforms?
Which of the following best describes Runtime Environments in the context of computing platforms?
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What role does the Central Processing Unit (CPU) play in a computer?
What role does the Central Processing Unit (CPU) play in a computer?
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Which component is responsible for converting electrical power for the internal components of a computer?
Which component is responsible for converting electrical power for the internal components of a computer?
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What type of hardware connects computers and other devices to a network?
What type of hardware connects computers and other devices to a network?
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Which hardware component provides temporary storage for data needed by the CPU?
Which hardware component provides temporary storage for data needed by the CPU?
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Which of the following is NOT a component of hardware platforms?
Which of the following is NOT a component of hardware platforms?
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What is the purpose of expansion cards in a computer?
What is the purpose of expansion cards in a computer?
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Which of the following describes the storage component in a hardware platform?
Which of the following describes the storage component in a hardware platform?
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What type of device is primarily used to input data into a computer?
What type of device is primarily used to input data into a computer?
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What is the primary role of the systems bus in computer architecture?
What is the primary role of the systems bus in computer architecture?
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Which of the following is NOT considered a hardware platform?
Which of the following is NOT considered a hardware platform?
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What does the term 'software platform' refer to?
What does the term 'software platform' refer to?
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Which of these is a component of development platforms?
Which of these is a component of development platforms?
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What is virtualization primarily used for?
What is virtualization primarily used for?
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What role does a hypervisor play in virtualization?
What role does a hypervisor play in virtualization?
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Which example is a common debugging tool used in development platforms?
Which example is a common debugging tool used in development platforms?
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What type of computing system is designed primarily for high-performance tasks like graphic design?
What type of computing system is designed primarily for high-performance tasks like graphic design?
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What is a key component of providing effective feedback in interaction design?
What is a key component of providing effective feedback in interaction design?
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Which of the following best describes the concept of 'Delight' in emotional design?
Which of the following best describes the concept of 'Delight' in emotional design?
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What is the purpose of using a design system in UI design?
What is the purpose of using a design system in UI design?
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What role does typography play in visual design?
What role does typography play in visual design?
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Why is responsive design important in interface design?
Why is responsive design important in interface design?
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What is a primary focus of interface design?
What is a primary focus of interface design?
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How does consistency in design language benefit users?
How does consistency in design language benefit users?
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What does adaptability refer to in the context of responsive design?
What does adaptability refer to in the context of responsive design?
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Study Notes
Computing Platforms
- A computing platform is a complete environment that combines hardware and software, enabling applications to run and be developed.
- It is the foundation for all computing activities.
- Key platform components include:
- Hardware: Physical computer components providing processing power.
- Operating System: Manages hardware resources, provides user interface and essential services for applications.
- Runtime Environments: Platforms that allow specific applications to run.
- Development Tools and Libraries: Software supporting application creation.
- Application Interfaces: APIs and SDKs allowing software applications and services to communicate.
- Platform characteristics:
- Compatibility: Ability to run specific applications.
- Scalability: Adaptability to increasing workload or resource demands.
- Security: Features and practices to protect applications and data.
- Performance: Efficiency and speed of operation.
- User Interface: Design and usability of the platform.
- Computing platforms are used for application development and service hosting.
IT Infrastructure
- IT Infrastructure refers to the physical and virtual resources that support an organization's IT services.
- It comprises the foundational components required to deliver, manage, and support information technology systems and services.
- IT infrastructure includes:
- Computing platforms: Provide computing services connecting employees, customers, and suppliers.
- Telecommunications services: Offer data, voice, and video connectivity.
- Data management services: Store and manage corporate data, enabling analysis.
- Application software services: Provide enterprise-wide capabilities like ERP, CRM, SCM, and knowledge management.
- Physical facilities management: Develop and manage physical installations for computing, telecommunications, and data management services.
- IT management services: Plan, develop, and coordinate infrastructure, manage accounting, provide project management.
- IT standards services: Set policies for technology use.
- IT education services: Provide training for employees in system use and managers in IT investment planning.
- IT research and development: Explore potential future IT projects and investments.
Hardware Platforms
- Hardware platforms are the physical components that form the basis for running software applications.
- Hardware components include:
- Central Processing Unit (CPU): Executes instructions, performs basic operations.
- Storage: Provides long-term storage for data and software.
- Motherboard: Houses CPU, memory, and other vital components, including connectors for peripherals.
- Power Supply Unit (PSU): Converts electrical power for internal components.
- Networking components: Hardware connecting devices, like Network Interface Cards (NICs), routers, and switches.
- Expansion Cards: Cards that can be added for additional functionality.
- Peripheral Devices: External devices connected to a computer.
- Enclosures and Cooling: Cases that house and protect components, including cooling systems like fans.
- Memory (RAM): Provides temporary storage for data and instructions used by the CPU during processing.
- Input Devices: Hardware for entering data into a computer.
- Output Devices: Hardware for displaying or conveying data from a computer.
- System Bus: Pathway for data transfer among components for efficient communication.
- Examples of hardware platforms:
- Personal Computers (PCs)
- Servers
- Mobile Devices
- Embedded Systems
- Workstations
Software Platform
- Software platforms run on top of hardware and provide services and interfaces for applications.
- Software platform components:
- Operating Systems (examples are Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS)
- System Libraries
- Runtime environments (examples are Java Virtual Machine,.NET)
- APIs (Application Programming Interfaces)
Development Platforms
- Development platforms are specifically designed for software development.
- Components include:
- Code editors (Examples: VS Code, Sublime Text)
- Debugging tools
- Build systems (Example: Apache Maven, Gradle)
- Frameworks and Libraries (Examples: React, Angular, Django)
- Integrated Development Environments (IDEs) (Examples: Visual Studio, Eclipse)
- Version Control Systems (Examples: Git, GitHub, GitLab)
Virtualization
- Virtualization is the creation of virtual instances of physical computing resources.
- Multiple virtual environments or virtual machines (VMs) can run on a single physical machine.
- VMs operate independently, running different operating systems and applications.
- A software layer called a hypervisor enables virtualization, sitting between the hardware and the virtual machines.
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This quiz covers the essential components and characteristics of computing platforms, including hardware, operating systems, runtime environments, and development tools. Understand how these components work together to support application development and execution. Test your knowledge on platform compatibility, scalability, security, and performance.
