13. Information Technology in Organizations Quiz

What is a local area network (LAN) primarily used for?

• Connecting computers at different sites

• Exchanging data at one site

• Broadcasting television signals

• Managing satellite communications

What is the focus of knowledge management (KM) within an organization?

• To increase spending on technology for IT infrastructure

• To research, gather, organize, and share collective knowledge to improve productivity

• To look for hidden patterns in data for tracking activities

• To provide expert advice like a human consultant

How has information technology transformed business and managerial decision making?

• By reducing the need for data analysis

• By eliminating the need for strategic planning

• By providing systems that gather, analyze, and distribute information

• By making human resources obsolete

Why are computer networks an important part of today’s information technology systems?

• They increase the cost of operations

• They allow employees to communicate and work on joint projects

• They limit access to information

• They replace the need for management

What types of systems make up a typical company’s management information system?

• Only transaction processing systems

• Only office automation systems

• Transaction processing, management support, and office automation systems

• Only management support systems

What are the leading trends in information technology?

• Ignoring digital forensics

• Embracing cloud computing and distributed workforce

• Avoiding remote work

• Investing in outdated equipment

What is a computer network?

• A single computer used for gaming

• A group of computers linked to share data

• A software for designing websites

• A type of computer hardware

What are the two basic types of networks mentioned?

• Social networks and professional networks

• Local area networks (LANs) and wide area networks (WANs)

• Wireless networks and wired networks

• Personal networks and public networks

What is an intranet primarily used for within a company?

• Connecting with external vendors

• Linking a company's employees

• Accessing public internet services

• Hosting public forums

Which of the following is a feature of intranets?

• They are more expensive to install than other networks

• They provide access to external customers

• They use firewalls to prevent unauthorized access

• They are used for public broadcasting