IT Application Tools Reviewer: Lesson 1 Introduction to Business and Information Technology
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What does the term 'Business' refer to?

  • Producing and exchanging goods and services (correct)
  • Construction and infrastructure development
  • Transportation and logistics management
  • Healthcare services provision

    • Which of the following is NOT a component of Information Technology (IT)?

  • Computers
  • Networks
  • Mechanical systems (correct)
  • Software

    • How does IT integration benefit businesses?

  • Limits the ability to adapt to market changes
  • Enhances communication and information flow within an organization (correct)
  • Reduces decision-making efficiency
  • Slows down communication processes

    • What are 'Business Operations'?

    <p>Manufacturing and creating goods and services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of process focuses on promoting and selling products or services?

    <p>Marketing Processes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do businesses adapt to technological advancements according to the text?

    <p>By adapting to technological advancements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary use of mainframe computers in the 1950s and 1960s?

    <p>Complex calculations for large organizations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which technology facilitated communication and resource sharing within organizations in the 1980s?

    <p>Local Area Networks (LANs)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significant development that revolutionized communication within organizations in the 1970s?

    <p>Email</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which technology became widely accessible in the 1990s, transforming communication and paving the way for e-commerce?

    <p>The internet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significant development in the 2010s that allowed remote access to computing resources and storage?

    <p>Cloud computing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which technology enabled organizations to leverage large datasets for insights and decision-making in the 2010s?

    <p>Big Data and Analytics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of data protection in cybersecurity and risk management?

    <p>To safeguard sensitive data from unauthorized access or breaches</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a strategy for managing IT-related risks?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of infrastructure security in cybersecurity and risk management?

    <p>To ensure the security of IT infrastructure against cyber threats</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of conducting regular risk assessments in cybersecurity and risk management?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of maintaining customer trust in cybersecurity and risk management?

    <p>To uphold customer trust by safeguarding their data and privacy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of protecting an organization's brand reputation in cybersecurity and risk management?

    <p>To protect the organization's reputation from cyber incidents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary factor that has enabled businesses to operate on a global scale?

    <p>Digital technologies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following digital technologies has not been mentioned in the text?

    <p>Virtual reality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary implication of globalization and digitalization for businesses, according to the text?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of Big Data, as described in the text?

    <p>Volume</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are analytics tools primarily used for?

    <p>Data analysis, visualization, and reporting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How has social media altered the way businesses interact with customers and conduct marketing, according to the text?

    <p>It has changed how businesses interact with and market to customers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic of modern IT roles?

    <p>Emphasis on cross-functional teams and collaboration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key challenge in the field of data analytics?

    <p>Ensuring data privacy and security</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus of traditional IT roles?

    <p>Specialized roles with deep technical expertise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of modern IT roles?

    <p>Proactive approach, automation, and continuous improvement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the shift in focus for modern IT roles compared to traditional IT roles?

    <p>From technology-centric to business-centric</p> Signup and view all the answers

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