IT Unit 1 Review

Which of the following BEST describes Information Technology (IT)?

• IT deals with how to turn information into meaningful decisions.

• IT has to do with collecting and utilizing data?

• IT refers to everything that involves computers.

• IT refers to designing, creating, and improving software.

Which of the following is something that an Information Technology (IT) professional would do?

• Build and repair computers

• Create and improve software

• Collect and utilize data

• Manage grades and enrollments

Which of the following is something that an Information System (IS) professional would do?

• Devise new ways to use computers

• Create and maintain computer networks

• Turn information into meaningful decisions

• Help people with their technology needs

Which of the following BEST describes Computer Science (CS)?

• It has to do with collecting and utilizing data.

• It refers to everything that involves computers.

• It refers to meeting the technological needs of businesses.

• It is the study of computers and computing concepts.

Which of the following is something a computer scientist would do?

• Solve problems in areas like robotics

• Help organizations know how to generate information

• Create and maintain computer networks

• Help people with their technological needs

Mike decides to humiliate a former friend by posting embarrassing photos on social media. What ethical standard did he violate?

• Human dignity

• Confidentiality

• Civility

• Property rights

Which of the following BEST describes personal responsibility?

• How you act even if no one is watching

• Obeying laws that regulate how computers are used

• Provides the basis for your code of ethics

• Rules that support your personal values

The IT staff at a hospital shares genetic information about specific patients with a life insurance company. Which ethical standard was violated?

• Civility

• Human dignity

• Property rights

• Confidentiality

Which of the following BEST describes a code of ethics?

• Your personal adherence to your own values and principles

• The fundamental truths or rules that undergird your personal values

• A set of rules or standards you adopt that dictate how you act.

• Laws that regulate how computers are used

Recognizing and respecting the legal claims of others to online data, creative works, and other digital assets

• Confidentiality

• Human Dignity

• Civility

• Digital Property Rights