1. List and describe the five basic types of data. How much space would it take to store a typical example of each type of data? 2. What are the primary hardware components in a computer? 3. How do the various computer components affect the speed of the computer? 4. What is multitasking? Give some advantages of multitasking. What are some potential problems of multitasking? 5. What hardware is currently used to run browsers capable of handling e-commerce? 6. What issues are important when selecting servers for e-business applications? 7. Identify at least three possible uses for a massively parallel processing supercomputer. Explain how the tasks can be split into the necessary pieces. 8. Briefly describe five tasks you expect to perform in your job as a manager and list the application tool you will use. 9. What will it take for people to adopt a paperless office?
10. How do computers improve productivity in communication? What is the difference between increased efficiency and effectiveness (better decisions)? | 
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