Chapter 2-Managing IS/IT Infrastructure

What is IT infrastructure?

• A collection of physical hardware

• A set of services provided by vendors

• Shared technology resources providing the platform for the firm's specific information system applications

• Only the software used by an organization

Which of the following is NOT a component of IT infrastructure?

• Computer hardware platforms

• Operating system platforms

• Office furniture

• Networking/telecommunications platforms

What is the main characteristic of cloud computing?

• Data stored on physical local servers

• On-demand self-service

• Limited network access

• Fixed service charges

Which platform has taken over PCs' functions for data transmission, web surfing, and email?

• Mainframes

• Smartphones

• Wearable devices

• Netbooks

What does scalability in IT infrastructure refer to?

• The ability to reduce operational costs

• The ability to expand to serve a larger number of users without breaking down

• The ability to enhance user interface

• The ability to connect different types of hardware

What does the competitive forces model for IT infrastructure help companies to do?

• Increase IT infrastructure costs

• Align IT spending with business needs

• Decrease market demand for services

• Centralize IT infrastructure management

Which of the following is an example of a data management service?

• Managing corporate data and making it available for analysis

• Providing platforms for digital environments

• Determining appropriate data voice and video connections

• Coordinating IT services among business units

What is green computing?

• Using outdated computer systems

• Disposing of computers in landfills

• Practices to minimize environmental impact of computing devices

• Investing heavily in IT infrastructure

Which of the following is NOT a challenge in designing IS infrastructure?

• Coordinating infrastructure components

• Dealing with scalability and technology change

• Increasing IT infrastructure costs

• Management and governance

What is edge computing useful for?

• Storing data permanently on local devices

• Reducing the amount of data flowing between computers and other devices

• Enhancing physical facilities management

• Increasing IT education services