16 Questions
What is the main aim of a system?
To produce an output useful for its user
Which element of a system involves the actual transformation of input into output?
Processor(s)
What are inputs in a system?
The information that enters into the system for processing
What is the control element in a system responsible for?
Guiding the system
What is the processor in a system responsible for?
Transforming input into output
What is the role of the decision making subsystem in a computer system?
Controlling the pattern of activities governing input, processing, and output
What does the environment determine for a system?
How the system must function
What does a system consist of?
Elements or components organized for a common purpose
What is the purpose of boundaries in a system?
To identify its components, processes, and interrelationships
What is the role of interconnectivity and interdependence in a system?
To achieve a predefined objective
What does organization imply in the context of properties of a system?
Structure and order to achieve predetermined objectives
What is the significance of the environment for an organization?
It provides external elements that strike on the system
What is the purpose of an indicator of current performance rates in a system?
To provide information for action based on negative feedback
What controls the behavior of a computer system?
Operating System and software
What are the elements that provide constraints affecting the actual performance of a business?
Vendors and competitors in the organization environment
What should the structure and behavior of a system be designed to achieve?
A predefined objective
Test your knowledge on the fundamentals of information systems with this quiz covering the definition of a system, its components, and the processes it undergoes to achieve a common goal.
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