General Knowledge on Information Systems

What is a Database Management System (DBMS)?

• A Database Management System (DBMS) is a type of hardware used for data storage.

• A Database Management System (DBMS) is software that manages databases, allowing for data creation, manipulation, and administration.

• A Database Management System (DBMS) is a cloud service for hosting websites.

• A Database Management System (DBMS) is a programming language for creating applications.

Name three types of database models.

• Graph model

• Relational model, Document model, Key-value model

• Object-oriented model

• Hierarchical model

What is the purpose of systems analysis in information systems?

• To conduct market research for new products.

• To manage the financial aspects of IT projects.

• The purpose of systems analysis is to evaluate user needs and system requirements to inform design and implementation.

• To create user manuals for software applications.

Describe the main phases of the systems development life cycle (SDLC).

• Analysis, Design, Testing, Delivery

• The main phases of the SDLC are Planning, Analysis, Design, Implementation, Testing, and Maintenance.

• Planning, Execution, Review, Deployment

• Concept, Design, Development, Support

What are the key components of information system design?

• Network security protocols

• Database management techniques

• Software development methodologies

• Requirements analysis, system architecture, data modeling, user interface design, system integration.

Explain the importance of data security in information systems.

• Data security is vital for protecting sensitive information, ensuring compliance, and maintaining trust in information systems.

• Data security is only important for large corporations.

• Data security primarily focuses on hardware protection.

• Data security is irrelevant in cloud computing.

What are common threats to information security?

• Firewalls

• Malware, phishing, insider threats, data breaches, denial of service, weak passwords.

• Antivirus software

• Data encryption

Define the term 'information technology'.

• Information technology is the use of computers and software to manage information.

• Information technology is the process of cooking food using computers.

• Information technology refers to the study of human behavior.

• Information technology is the art of painting with digital tools.

What role does cloud computing play in modern information systems?

• Cloud computing limits resource availability and scalability.

• Cloud computing eliminates the need for data analytics in systems.

• Cloud computing enables scalable resources, collaboration, flexibility, cost reduction, and advanced data analytics in modern information systems.

• Cloud computing increases operational costs significantly.

How can organizations ensure the integrity of their data?

• Rely solely on user training

• Implement access controls, regular audits, data validation, encryption, and backups.

• Use outdated software for data storage

• Ignore data management practices