The Basics of Information Technology

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Which of the following best defines information technology (IT)?

  • The technology used for the storage, processing, and distribution of information
  • The technology used to create, maintain, and make information available (correct)
  • The technology used for network connectivity and performance
  • The technology used to develop computer hardware and software

What is the purpose of an IT department in an organization?

  • To develop computer hardware and software
  • To provide network connectivity and performance
  • To manage the storage, processing, and distribution of information (correct)
  • All of the above

What does IT as a system include?

  • Only the hardware and software
  • Only the networking elements
  • Only the people who use them
  • All of the above (correct)

How does information technology affect businesses?

<p>It affects nearly every area of business (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a system?

<p>A collection of elements that interact to achieve a common goal (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the role of information technology (IT) in an organization?

<p>IT provides the information backbone of any organization (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of IT in relation to computer hardware and software?

<p>IT maintains computer hardware and software (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does IT manage and support in terms of network connectivity?

<p>IT manages network performance (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some examples of IT's responsibilities in terms of information distribution?

<p>IT manages the storage, processing, and distribution of information (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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