Introduction to Enterprise Information Systems

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What is a critical concern to address when providing data access to stakeholders outside the organization?

Data storage duration
Data usage protocols
Data privacy assurance (correct)
Data accessibility criteria

How can organizations facilitate the responsible distribution of data to outside stakeholders?

By limiting data types shared
By regularly updating stakeholders
By increasing data availability
By establishing clear data sharing roles and rules (correct)

What overall approach should an organization take to ensure data protection against unauthorized access?

Focusing primarily on external threats
Using a single-layer security model to simplify management
Defining clear data protection policies (correct)
Limiting physical access to workstations

Which of the following is a consideration when ensuring data privacy within an organization?

Employee training on data sensitivity (C) Signup and view all the answers

What primary advantage do private networks have over public internet networks in terms of access control?

Private networks enable tighter control over data access. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which feature differentiates the reliability of a company's private network from that of the public internet?

Private networks are designed with backup options. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential drawback of using a public internet connection compared to a private network in a corporate environment?

Public internet connections are typically slower for critical operations. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What role does a router play in a company's private network?

It regulates traffic and forwards data between networks. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which device is primarily responsible for filtering network traffic to enhance security?

Physical Firewall (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a server?

A server is the central component from which other devices access data and services. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which best describes the function of a Network Interface Card (NIC) in a device?

It connects a device to a network and facilitates communication. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of an Enterprise Information System?

To regulate how information flows in and out of an organization. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What doese the 'Hardware' of an Enterprise Information System consist of?

It consists of any device that creates, uses, stores or distributes relevant data. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why are guidelines and protocols crucial in an Enterprise Information System?

To ensure consistency and security in how information is handled across the organization. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following correctly describes the evolution of information systems throughout history?

They have continuously integrated both low-tech and high-tech elements. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary definition of Hardware in the context of an Enterprise Information System?

The physical, tangible components that support data processing, storage, and communication. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following would NOT typically be considered hardware in an Enterprise Information System?

A software application installed on a computer. (A) Signup and view all the answers

When defining what should be included on the list of an EIS's hardware, what should organizations consider?

The overall business model of the organization. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about physical assets in an EIS is true?

Both sophisticated equipment and everyday office tools can be considered hardware. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was a primary motivation for the development of a decentralized communication network like ARPANET?

To ensure communication could continue after a nuclear attack (B) Signup and view all the answers

What kind of connections does the internet use for data transmission?

A combination of copper wires, fiber optics, and satellite connections (C) Signup and view all the answers

What key feature distinguishes the internet's architecture from traditional communication systems?

It is decentralized, allowing data rerouting through various nodes (B) Signup and view all the answers

What happens to data if a node in the internet's network is disrupted?

The data is rerouted through another node (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which component of the internet is primarily responsible for the infrastructure of data transmission?

Physical connections like wires and cables (D) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

What is an Enterprise Information System (EIS)?

The rules, resources, and processes that determine how an organization manages and uses its information.

What role do rules and protocols play in an EIS?

These guidelines determine who can access data, how it can be used, and how sensitive information is protected.

Who are the key players in an EIS?

These are the people who manage and utilize information within an organization.

What is the role of hardware in an EIS?

This includes computers, servers, laptops, printers, and other physical assets used for data processing and storage.