ITS Quiz 4

What is cloud computing?

• Accessing server resources over the internet

• Making computers lighter

• Using computers to forecast the weather

• Using AI to generate new ideas

True or false?

A drawback of cloud computing for businesses is that it requires a lot more IT staff to maintain cloud services.

• False

• True

The factors to consider when choosing an online system are?

• security, cost, ease of use, features & connectivity

• memes

• only cost, ease of use & connectivity

• secrecy, noise, if you can use it, propriety features & social media connectivity

What type of online tool allows you to have a text-based, real-time conversation between two people, or a small group

• Instant messenger

• Social media

• Blog

• Podcast

What type of website has content created by a community of users who share a common interest.

• Wiki

• Vlog

• Social media

• Podcast

Which of the following are considerations for user experience? (tick all that apply)

• easy to use

• good performance

• available to use

• accessible to disabilities

Online communities are typically free to use for individuals. Why is this?

• users must accept targeted adverts

• the government pays all the costs

• online communities don't cost anything to run, so don't need to charge users

• the sites are funded by bake sales

Organisations can also use online communities. Which of the following are benefits for organisations? (select all that apply)

• Improved productivity through better communication

• Distracting employees

• Direct communication with customers

• Accounts could be hacked and misused

What technology allows not only work files and folders to be accessed remotely, but also applications and even printers?

• Remote Desktop Technologies

• Virtual Private Networks

• Cloud Computing and Storage

• Machine Learning

True or false?

Security isn't a concern when using online systems because data is always protected from hackers

• True

• False