Lesson 4: Emerging Technologies in MIS PDF
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This document contains a set of questions related to emerging technologies in management information systems (MIS). The questions cover topics such as cloud computing, virtualization, and mobile computing. The document appears to be a study guide or practice quiz, rather than a formal exam paper.
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Lesson 4: Emerging Technologies in MIS Your Name: 1. What is a defining characteristic of cloud computing? A. It relies exclusively on local servers. B. It is only accessible through private networks. C. It delivers computing services over the Internet. D. It requires significant physi...
Lesson 4: Emerging Technologies in MIS Your Name: 1. What is a defining characteristic of cloud computing? A. It relies exclusively on local servers. B. It is only accessible through private networks. C. It delivers computing services over the Internet. D. It requires significant physical infrastructure. 2. Which type of cloud offers dedicated infrastructure for a single organization? A. Public Cloud B. Private Cloud C. Community Cloud D. Hybrid Cloud 3. What is one of the primary benefits of using cloud computing for Management Information Systems? A. Allows scaling resources based on demand. B. Limits remote access to data and applications. C. Enhances dependency on in-house IT staff. D. Increases the need for physical hardware investments. 4. What does server virtualization enable? A. It allows multiple operating systems to operate on dedicated servers. B. It requires distinct hardware for each operating system. C. It facilitates the creation of multiple virtual servers on a single physical server. D. It involves the physical separation of servers. 5. How does mobile computing primarily benefit Management Information Systems? A. By requiring users to be in the office to access data. B. By increasing hardware costs for businesses. C. By complicating the decision-making process. D. By enabling access to data anywhere, anytime. 6. Which of the following best describes hybrid cloud computing? A. An option that excludes any type of cloud services. B. A combination of both public and private clouds. C. A completely private infrastructure without public access. D. Only supporting governmental organizations. 7. What role does virtualization play in backup and recovery? A. It provides no benefits for recovery strategies. B. It complicates the backup process. C. It simplifies backup and recovery processes. D. It necessitates more physical servers for recovery. 8. What capabilities do mobile applications provide to businesses? A. Access only to internal company resources. B. Enhanced desktop interactions. C. Potential for CRM and project management processes. D. Functionality limited to desktop environments.