2015级管理信息系统复习题.docVIP

What is a network? A network is a group of connected computers that communicate, exchange information and share resources What is a server? A server is a computer which can provide services to other computers on the network. What are the main advantages of networking? Users access programs and data simultaneously(同时) Users share peripherals（周边设备）, such as printers and scanners Users communicate more easily Users backup their data more easily What is a local area network? A local area network is a network of computers that are relatively near each other and are connected in a way that enables them to communicate. What is a wide area network? Typically, a wide area network is two or more LANs connected together, generally across a wide geographical area. What is a TPS ? A system that handles the processing（经过） and tracking of transactions （交易）is called a transaction processing system or TPS What is an expert system? An Expert System (ES) is a type of information system that gives expert advice to the decision maker. Examples: a diagnostic system（诊断系统） 8. What is software? – (define application software and system software) Software can be a single program or a group of programs needed to perform several functions. Application software （应用软件）: programs written for a specific application to perform functions specified by end users. System software: Generalized programs that are designed to make computers usable by managing the computers’ resources, such as the central processor, communications links, and peripheral devices（外围设备） What is a management information system? (MIS) is a set of tools that enables managers to gather, organise and evaluate information about a workgroup, a department or an entire organisation. （For internal management） 10. What is a hub（集线器）? A hub is a simple connection point for different types of devices on a network 11. What are 8 basic information processing activities? a) Ente