What are the four common names used for computer-based information systems?

• Transaction processing, database management, decision support, executive information

• Transaction processing, management information, decision support, executive support

• Data analysis, database administration, executive support, management information

• Operational support, decision making, executive administration, management reporting

Two important security concerns are the illegal use of data and unauthorized access. Most

organizations use _________ to protect their internal networks.

What is the purpose of a transaction processing system (TPS)?

• To generate flexible tools for analysis

• To summarize detailed data in standard reports

• To record day-to-day transactions

• To present highly summarized information to top-level managers

Data ______ is a technique for searching and

exploring databases for related information and patterns.

What type of managers does a management information system (MIS) provide standard reports for?

• Top-level managers

• Entry-level managers

• Middle-level managers

• All of the above

_______ database: Stored on central server; accessed by multiple people.

What does a decision support system (DSS) help managers analyze?

• Detailed data of the transaction processing system

• Production output levels

• External events and trends

• Employee payroll records

__________ database data is stored in tables (relations); related tables must have a

common data item (key field). A table and its data are called a relation.

What is another name for an executive support system (ESS)?

• Executive decision system (EDS)

• Information executive system (IES)

• Executive information system (EIS)

• Decision executive system (DES)

__________ databases (information utilities and data banks): Enormous; for

particular subjects.