itpp unit 2

Which of the following best characterizes a profession?

• A profession requires only basic skills and no formal training.
• A profession is defined by casual knowledge and no ethical standards.
• A profession is characterized by a lack of accountability and oversight.
• A profession is characterized by specialized knowledge and ethical standards.

he IT profession is considered a profession because it:

• is only about programming
• does not require any training
• is a hobby for many people
• requires specialized knowledge and skills

Which of the following behaviuors reflects professionalism?

• Arriving late to meetings
• Ignoring emails from colleagues
• Disregarding dress code guidelines
• Punctuality and effective communication.

What is the primary function of an IT professional association?

• To conduct market research for IT products.
• To support the professional development of its members.
• To regulate IT industry standards.
• To provide technical support to companies.

A Code of Conduct helps IT professionals by:

• It provides financial incentives for IT professionals.
• A Code of Conduct helps IT professionals by providing ethical guidelines and promoting professionalism.
• It allows IT professionals to ignore legal regulations.
• It helps IT professionals by increasing their workload.

Which of the following is typically included in an IT Code of Conduct?

• Guidelines on acceptable use of technology and data privacy.
• Policies on office dress code and behavior.
• Recommendations for social media engagement.
• Instructions for personal device usage during work hours.

Which body helps enforce ethical behaviuor in IT in South Africa?

• South African Computer Society
• Department of Communications and Digital Technologies
• Information Technology Association of South Africa
• IITPSA

What does IT governance primarily involve?

• Conducting market research
• IT governance primarily involves aligning IT strategy with business goals and managing IT resources effectively.
• Developing software applications
• Implementing cybersecurity measures

Which of the following best describes the role of IT governance?

• IT governance focuses solely on IT infrastructure management.
• IT governance is responsible for software development only.
• IT governance aligns IT strategy with business goals and manages risks.
• IT governance eliminates all business risks completely.

A good transformation initiative in IT might include:

• Implementing outdated technology solutions.
• Focusing solely on reducing IT costs.
• Aligning technology with business goals and improving processes.
• Ignoring user feedback during the process.