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  1.  A _______ is a computer connected to two networks.

  2. A.

    server

    B.

    gateway

    C.

    link

    D.

    bridge way


  3.  A set of inter-related components that collect, process, store and distribute information to support decision making and control in an organization best defines

  4. A.

    a network

    B.

    hardware

    C.

    an information system

    D.

    communications technology


  5.  Control in design of an information system is used to

  6. A.

    ensure that the system processes data as it was designed to and that the results are reliable

    B.

    protect data from accidental or intentional loss

    C.

    inspect the system and check that it is built as per specifications

    D.

    ensure privacy of data processed by it


  7.  A data warehouse is which of the following?

  8. A.

    Contains only current data

    B.

    Organised around important subject areas

    C.

    Contains numerous naming conventions and formats

    D.

    Can be updated by end users


  9.  Programs from the same developer, sold bundled together, that provide better integration and share common features, toolbars, and menus are known as

  10. A.

    software processing packages

    B.

    integrated software packages

    C.

    software suites

    D.

    personal information managers


  11.  Processing involves

  12. A.

    displaying output in a useful manner

    B.

     inputting data into a computer system

    C.

    providing relevant answers

    D.

    transforming input into output


  13.  The components that process data are located in the

  14. A.

    system unit

    B.

    storage component

    C.

    input devices

    D.

    output devices


  15.  The comprehensive software system that builds, maintains and provides acess to a database is

  16. A.

    DBMS

    B.

    CPU

    C.

    DASD

    D.

    CAI


  17.  When sending an e-mail, the _______ line describes the contents of the message.

  18. A.

    cc

    B.

    contents

    C.

    to

    D.

    subject


  19.  The process of computer receiving information from a server on the Internet is known as

  20. A.

    transferring

    B.

    pulling

    C.

    pushing

    D.

    downloading