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Introduction to Information Systems and Technology

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What is the primary function of an information system?

To process data and produce information (correct)
To store data in a database
To facilitate network communications
To manage hardware resources

Which type of computer is designed for individual or personal use?

Super computers
Server computers
Minicomputers
Personal computers (correct)

What is the primary function of a server computer in a network?

To process transactions at a high speed
To provide support for various network functions (correct)
To manage hardware resources
To store large amounts of data

Which type of computer is capable of handling hundreds of users and processing transactions at a high speed?

Mainframe computers (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the information processing cycle comprised of?

Input, process, output, and storage (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of system software?

To control and operate the computer hardware (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of Transaction Processing Systems (TPS)?

To handle large volumes of routine transactions efficiently (C) Signup and view all the answers

What are the three components of system software?

Operating system, utility programs, and language processors (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of Decision Support Systems (DSS)?

To aid managers in decision making (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of online Transaction Processing Systems (TPS)?

They provide current information and better customer service (A) Signup and view all the answers