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What is the primary form in which 'It' appears in the story?
What is the primary form in which 'It' appears in the story?
What power does 'It' possess?
What power does 'It' possess?
What prompts the 'Losers Club' to become aware of Pennywise's presence?
What prompts the 'Losers Club' to become aware of Pennywise's presence?
What inspired Stephen King to create the character Pennywise?
What inspired Stephen King to create the character Pennywise?
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Where does the story take place?
Where does the story take place?
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What does an information technology system (IT system) generally refer to?
What does an information technology system (IT system) generally refer to?
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When did the term 'information technology' in its modern sense first appear?
When did the term 'information technology' in its modern sense first appear?
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What does an IT project usually refer to?
What does an IT project usually refer to?
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What does information technology (IT) encompass?
What does information technology (IT) encompass?
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What did authors Harold J. Leavitt and Thomas L. Whisler comment about the new technology in 1958?
What did authors Harold J. Leavitt and Thomas L. Whisler comment about the new technology in 1958?
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Study Notes
Pennywise and the Story
- 'It' primarily appears in the story as Pennywise, a monstrous entity that takes the form of a clown.
- Pennywise possesses the power to shape-shift and take the form of its victims' greatest fears.
The Losers Club and Pennywise
- The 'Losers Club' becomes aware of Pennywise's presence when children start disappearing in Derry, Maine.
Inspiration for Pennywise
- Stephen King was inspired to create the character Pennywise after considering what would be the most terrifying thing to confront: a monster that takes the form of a clown.
Setting of the Story
- The story takes place in Derry, Maine.
Information Technology (IT)
- An information technology system (IT system) generally refers to a set of computer-based tools used to support management, operations, and decision-making in an organization.
Origins of the Term 'Information Technology'
- The term 'information technology' in its modern sense first appeared in the 1960s.
IT Projects
- An IT project usually refers to a temporary endeavor undertaken to create a unique product, service, or result using information technology.
Definition of Information Technology
- Information technology (IT) encompasses all forms of technology used to create, process, store, and communicate information, including computers, software, networks, and telecommunications.
Early Commentary on Information Technology
- In 1958, authors Harold J. Leavitt and Thomas L. Whisler commented that the new technology would lead to a fundamental change in the way businesses operate, stating that "management in the sense of the categorical imperative, will someday, be replaced by machines."
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Test your knowledge of Stephen King's iconic horror novel with this quiz on the character "It." Delve into the depths of this ancient, shape-shifting evil entity and its haunting presence in Derry, Maine.
