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What is a web site?
What is a web site?
- A type of database
- A single web page
- A collection of related web pages usually belonging to an organization or individual (correct)
- An internet address
What does URL stand for?
What does URL stand for?
Uniform Resource Locator
What is a computer?
What is a computer?
A programmable, electronic device that accepts data input, performs processing operations on that data, and outputs and stores the results.
What is a tablet computer?
What is a tablet computer?
What does processing refer to in computer science?
What does processing refer to in computer science?
What is data storage?
What is data storage?
What is a supercomputer?
What is a supercomputer?
What is software?
What is software?
What is hardware?
What is hardware?
What is the internet?
What is the internet?
In a relational database, more than 1 table can be included in the database.
In a relational database, more than 1 table can be included in the database.
Normalization is used to minimize data redundancy.
Normalization is used to minimize data redundancy.
Using usernames and passwords is a data validation technique.
Using usernames and passwords is a data validation technique.
A database that stores all data in memory instead of hard drive is called a cloud database.
A database that stores all data in memory instead of hard drive is called a cloud database.
Dynamic web pages commonly use databases.
Dynamic web pages commonly use databases.
In a student database, NAME would be considered _______ in the table while all of Jennifer Mitchel's info would be a ________.
In a student database, NAME would be considered _______ in the table while all of Jennifer Mitchel's info would be a ________.
What does data integrity refer to?
What does data integrity refer to?
When _______ organization is used, a hashing procedure determines where data is stored.
When _______ organization is used, a hashing procedure determines where data is stored.
The terms front end and back end refer to ________ data base entry.
The terms front end and back end refer to ________ data base entry.
What is data integrity?
What is data integrity?
What is data security?
What is data security?
What is data definition?
What is data definition?
What is a database?
What is a database?
What is a record in a database?
What is a record in a database?
What is a query?
What is a query?
What is an index in a database?
What is an index in a database?
What is a primary key?
What is a primary key?
What is a relational database management system?
What is a relational database management system?
What is a table in a relational database?
What is a table in a relational database?
What is middleware?
What is middleware?
What is a data validation?
What is a data validation?
What is a data dictionary?
What is a data dictionary?
What is source code?
What is source code?
What is a compiler?
What is a compiler?
What is object-oriented programming (OOP)?
What is object-oriented programming (OOP)?
What is a software development kit (SDK)?
What is a software development kit (SDK)?
What is a markup language?
What is a markup language?
What is a syntax error?
What is a syntax error?
What is a flow chart?
What is a flow chart?
What is object code?
What is object code?
What is debugging?
What is debugging?
What is coding?
What is coding?
What is HTML5?
What is HTML5?
What is Java?
What is Java?
What is assembly language?
What is assembly language?
A systems analyst is an individual who writes the codes for a computer program.
A systems analyst is an individual who writes the codes for a computer program.
The terms class and inheritance are associated with the object-oriented programming approach.
The terms class and inheritance are associated with the object-oriented programming approach.
With a do-while structure, the program statement in the loop are always executed at least once.
With a do-while structure, the program statement in the loop are always executed at least once.
Basic is an example of an object-oriented programming language.
Basic is an example of an object-oriented programming language.
A wireframe is another name for a flow chart.
A wireframe is another name for a flow chart.
A _______ (called an attribute in OOP) in a computer program holds the current value of a data item in that program.
A _______ (called an attribute in OOP) in a computer program holds the current value of a data item in that program.
A _______ converts the source code of an application program into executable object code (machine language) one line at a time.
A _______ converts the source code of an application program into executable object code (machine language) one line at a time.
Using an incorrect formula is an example of a ________ error.
Using an incorrect formula is an example of a ________ error.
_________ software development is an approach that uses short development cycles in order to produce small functional pieces of a program on an ongoing basis.
_________ software development is an approach that uses short development cycles in order to produce small functional pieces of a program on an ongoing basis.
List the phases in the program development life cycle (PDLC).
List the phases in the program development life cycle (PDLC).
What is a data warehouse?
What is a data warehouse?
What is a robot?
What is a robot?
What is computer-aided design (CAD)?
What is computer-aided design (CAD)?
What is neural network?
What is neural network?
What is a geographic information system (GIS)?
What is a geographic information system (GIS)?
What is a systems analyst?
What is a systems analyst?
What is a transaction processing system (TPS)?
What is a transaction processing system (TPS)?
What is a management information system (MIS)?
What is a management information system (MIS)?
What is the system development life cycle (SDLC)?
What is the system development life cycle (SDLC)?
What is business analytics (BA)?
What is business analytics (BA)?
Executive managers tend to make highly unstructured decisions.
Executive managers tend to make highly unstructured decisions.
A decision support system would most likely be used by a non-management worker.
A decision support system would most likely be used by a non-management worker.
An expert system is an example of an office system.
An expert system is an example of an office system.
Assigning business tasks to an external company is referred to as outsourcing.
Assigning business tasks to an external company is referred to as outsourcing.
Users are only involved in the system development life cycle if the end-user approach is being used.
Users are only involved in the system development life cycle if the end-user approach is being used.
The software program used in an expert system in conjunction with the knowledge base to reach decisions is called the _________.
The software program used in an expert system in conjunction with the knowledge base to reach decisions is called the _________.
A _______ is the computer professional who is most involved in the system development process.
A _______ is the computer professional who is most involved in the system development process.
What is a forum?
What is a forum?
What is a computer network?
What is a computer network?
What is an antenna?
What is an antenna?
What is a switch?
What is a switch?
What is Bluetooth?
What is Bluetooth?
What is a mesh network?
What is a mesh network?
What is wireless HD (WiHD)?
What is wireless HD (WiHD)?
What is TCP/IP?
What is TCP/IP?
What is a global positioning system (GPS)?
What is a global positioning system (GPS)?
What is a digital signal?
What is a digital signal?
What is Ethernet?
What is Ethernet?
GPS systems are used only by the government.
GPS systems are used only by the government.
With serial transmissions, each bit of data is sent individually.
With serial transmissions, each bit of data is sent individually.
The internet is an example of a LAN.
The internet is an example of a LAN.
The type of cable used inside most homes for telephone service is twisted pair wire.
The type of cable used inside most homes for telephone service is twisted pair wire.
A router is a type of modem.
A router is a type of modem.
With a _________________ network topology, all devices are connected in a line to a central cable.
With a _________________ network topology, all devices are connected in a line to a central cable.
A __________ phone can be used with more than one communication network, such as both cellular and Wi-Fi.
A __________ phone can be used with more than one communication network, such as both cellular and Wi-Fi.
A small network designed to connect personal devices for an individual (such as via Bluetooth) is called a __________.
A small network designed to connect personal devices for an individual (such as via Bluetooth) is called a __________.
A __________ is a network that transfers private information securely over the Internet or other public networks.
A __________ is a network that transfers private information securely over the Internet or other public networks.
Benefits that are easy to quantify in dollars are called __________.
Benefits that are easy to quantify in dollars are called __________.
A __________ is a model of a system that is built during systems development.
A __________ is a model of a system that is built during systems development.
What is business intelligence (BI)?
What is business intelligence (BI)?
What is a decision support system (DSS)?
What is a decision support system (DSS)?
What are document management systems (DMSs)?
What are document management systems (DMSs)?
What is a firewall?
What is a firewall?
What is a dot-com?
What is a dot-com?
Study Notes
Web Development and Network Basics
- A web site is a collection of related web pages, typically associated with an organization or individual.
- A Uniform Resource Locator (URL) is the internet address identifying a webpage, beginning with http:// or https://.
- The internet is the largest network, serving as a key communication tool.
Computer Types and Functions
- A computer is a programmable device that processes input data and produces output results.
- A tablet computer is a portable device designed for touch input or digital pen interaction.
- A supercomputer is the most powerful and fastest type of computer, often the most expensive.
Data Operations and Management
- Processing involves operations performed on input data to generate output.
- Storage refers to saving data and programs for future use.
- Normalization minimizes data redundancy in databases, ensuring efficient data organization.
Database Fundamentals
- A database consists of related data stored to allow information retrieval.
- Fields (or columns) represent specific data categories, while records (or rows) hold related information.
- A primary key uniquely identifies records within a database table, essential for data integrity.
Programming Concepts
- Software consists of instructions that guide computer operations, while hardware refers to physical components like monitors and keyboards.
- Debugging involves correcting errors in a program, whereas coding is the action of writing program code.
- Object-oriented programming (OOP) organizes data and methods into objects, enhancing code reusability and structure.
Networking Technologies
- A computer network connects devices for shared resources and communication.
- Bluetooth facilitates short-range wireless connections between devices.
- A mesh network allows for multiple paths between devices, enhancing connectivity and reliability.
Security and Data Integrity
- Data integrity ensures accuracy within a database, preventing inconsistent or duplicated data.
- Data security uses authentication methods, like fingerprint logins, to protect database access.
- A firewall serves as a barrier to protect networks from unauthorized access.
Data Analysis and Business Intelligence
- Business analytics (BA) evaluates company operations through data analysis.
- Decision support systems (DSS) provide upper management with vital information for decision-making.
- Business intelligence (BI) involves gathering and analyzing data to improve business strategies.
Development Methodologies
- Agile software development employs iterative cycles for delivering functional software components rapidly.
- The system development life cycle (SDLC) outlines phases from preliminary investigation to system maintenance, ensuring structured development.
Technological Tools and Languages
- HTML5 is a markup language for creating web pages and applications, while Python is a high-level language suitable for various applications.
- An interpreter translates source code into machine language line-by-line, allowing for immediate execution.
Miscellaneous Concepts
- A data warehouse stores comprehensive datasets about a company and its clientele.
- A virtual private network (VPN) ensures secure information transfer over public networks.
- Tangible benefits are quantifiable advantages in dollar terms, while prototypes model systems during their development.
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