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Computing Essentials 2002-2003 Intro, 14/e
Timothy J. O'Leary
Linda I. O'Leary

Your Future and Information Technology

Multiple Choice

Click on the correct response for each question below.



1

Technology introduces new ways for businesses to compete in the following ways, except:
A)new employees.
B)new products.
C)new enterprises.
D)new customer and supplier relationships.
2

An example of a new enterprise created by technology would be:
A)financial service companies.
B)manufacturing consultants.
C)efficiency experts.
D)Internet service providers.
3

People often react to changing technology with naïveté, frustration, cynicism, or:
A)disappointment.
B)proactivity.
C)fear.
D)sarcasm.
4

One way to stay current with technology is to:
A)become a computer expert.
B)read a lot of technical magazines and journals on software engineering.
C)concentrate on how computer technology is being used within your profession.
D)None of the above.
5

An informal line of communication within an organization is known as the:
A)network.
B)grapevine.
C)connection.
D)association.
6

When looking for innovative ways to apply technology to a person’s field of expertise, it is usually best to present your ideas to managers as:
A)a way to save money.
B)a way to make better decisions.
C)a way to use brand new untested ideas.
D)None of the above.
7

A __________ evaluates an organization’s information needs, designs software and hardware to meet those needs, and then implements the resultant information systems.
A)web designer
B)computer expert
C)systems analyst
D)middle manager
8

A ________ works closely with systems analysts to create new software or modify old applications to meet new needs of the organization.
A)webmaster
B)programmer
C)help desk specialist
D)computer technician
9

The following are examples of a computer support specialist, except:
A)technical writer.
B)computer trainer.
C)computer technician.
D)database administrator.
10

The individual responsible for ensuring computer security, privacy, and certifying that new communication systems as well as existing systems operate effectively is the:
A)systems analyst.
B)computer support specialist.
C)network manager.
D)Webmaster.




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