16 Questions
What is the definition of an information system?
A set of interrelated components that collect, manipulate, store data, and disseminate information
What is the difference between data and information?
Data is unorganized, while information is organized
What determines the value of information in an organization?
The alignment of information with the organization's goals and its ability to help decision makers achieve those goals
What does an organized combination of people, hardware, software, communications networks, and data resources form?
An information system
What is a system?
A set of elements or components that interact to accomplish goals
What is knowledge in the context of information systems?
An awareness and understanding of a set of information and ways that information can be made useful
What is the main purpose of an Expert System?
To give a computer the ability to make suggestions and act like an expert in a particular field
Which system involves the activity of creating or modifying existing business information systems?
Systems Development
What does E-Commerce rely on for wireless communications?
M-Commerce
What is the main characteristic of Virtual Reality?
It simulates a real or imagined environment that can be experienced visually in three dimensions
Which aspect of Business Information Systems involves the electronic transmission of signals for communication?
Telecommunications
What is the main function of Transaction Processing System (TPS)?
To record completed business transactions
What is the collection of data, rules, procedures, and relationships that must be followed to achieve value or the proper outcome in Artificial Intelligence (AI)?
Knowledge Base
Which system is used to support problem-specific decision making?
Decision Support System
What is the purpose of Intranet?
Internal Corporate Network
What is the main purpose of Management Information System?
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