Trivia Flashcards

Which term describes software that tracks user behavior without their knowledge and sends data to a third party?

Answer: Spyware

Spyware covertly monitors and transmits user activity to an unauthorized party without consent.

In MIS, what does 'data integrity' primarily ensure?

Answer: Data is accurate, consistent, and reliable

Data integrity ensures that information remains accurate, consistent, and trustworthy throughout its lifecycle.

What type of system uses historical data to generate scheduled reports for managers at set intervals?

Answer: Management Reporting System

A Management Reporting System (MRS) produces predefined reports on a scheduled basis from stored transactional data.

Which networking device operates at Layer 3 of the OSI model and directs traffic between different networks?

Answer: Router

Routers operate at the Network layer (Layer 3) and forward packets between separate networks using IP addresses.

What is the primary purpose of a data dictionary in an information system?

Answer: To define and describe data elements and their attributes

A data dictionary is a repository that defines each data element's name, type, length, and relationships within a system.

Which concept refers to the ability of a system to handle increasing workloads by adding resources?

Answer: Scalability

Scalability is the capacity of a system to grow and manage increased demand by adding hardware or software resources.

In supply chain management systems, what does 'EDI' stand for?

Answer: Electronic Data Interchange

EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) is the structured transmission of business documents between organizations in an electronic format.