#1
Which component of an information system is responsible for converting raw data into meaningful information?
Software
Hardware
Data
People
#2
Which of the following is an example of hardware component in an information system?
Operating System
Database Management System
Printer
Word Processor
#3
Which of the following best describes the role of an input device in an information system?
It processes data to generate meaningful information.
It displays output to the user.
It transfers data and instructions to the computer.
It stores data for future use.
#4
What is the primary function of an output device in an information system?
To input data into the system.
To process data and perform calculations.
To store data temporarily.
To present processed data to the user.
#5
What does the term 'ERP' stand for in the context of information systems?
Enterprise Resource Planning
Electronic Resource Processing
Enhanced Resource Provisioning
Efficient Resource Programming
#6
Which term refers to the rules or instructions for how data is processed?
Data
Software
Procedure
Network
#7
What does the acronym 'LAN' stand for in the context of information systems?
Large Area Network
Local Area Network
Logical Area Network
Link Access Network
#8
Which of the following is a characteristic of a distributed information system?
Centralized data storage
Single point of failure
Data redundancy
Geographically dispersed components
#9
In the context of databases, what is a 'primary key'?
A unique identifier for each record in a table
A key used for encryption purposes
A key used for sorting records in a table
A key used for accessing external databases
#10
What is the function of a firewall in an information system?
To regulate the flow of network traffic
To store and manage data
To display output on the screen
To execute loops
#11
Which of the following is NOT an example of a relational database management system (RDBMS)?
MySQL
Oracle
MongoDB
Microsoft SQL Server
#12
Which of the following is an advantage of using cloud-based information systems?
Lower initial setup costs
Higher level of control over infrastructure
Limited scalability
Increased hardware maintenance requirements
#13
What is the purpose of data normalization in database design?
To reduce data redundancy and improve data integrity
To increase data redundancy and improve data integrity
To eliminate data redundancy and reduce data integrity
To simplify data storage without considering integrity
#14
Which of the following is a key consideration in ensuring the security of an information system?
Data redundancy
Open access policies
Regular software updates
Public Wi-Fi networks
#15
Which of the following is an example of an external stakeholder in an information system project?
Project Manager
Software Developer
Customer
Database Administrator