What is a test harness?

Use of test scripts and expected results to test a system

What is a data warehouse?

Alargecollection of archived data used for decision making

What is parallel changover?

Thecompany runs both the old and new system to test first

Which definition describes induction training?

Training when you start a new role

What is a definition of outsourcing?

Transfer externallyof a particular aspect of the business

How does BYOD reduce costs for an employer?

Less spent on infrastructure and hardware/software

What does JiT (just in time stock) ordering mean?

Only re-order when stock levels are very low

What does a procurement strategy involve?

The purchasing and leasing of hardware and software

What are back office systems?

Systems that run all the business administration processes

What is a characteristic of iterative development methodology?

‘loopround’ the stages of development until client is happy

Which activity would a transaction processing system NOT deal with?

Helps manage the day-to-dayrelationship with customers

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1
What is a test harness?
alimited version of the solution and show it to the client
Use of test scripts and expected results to test a system
showshow systems will perform with different volumes of data
Testing the interaction between softwaremodules
2
Which is NOT a backup method?
Differential
Full
Partial
Continious
3
Which one is NOT a technique for recording processes?
Email comments
JAD
Questionnaires
Interviews
4
What is the most common cause of data loss?
Human error
Natural disaster
Software corruption
Virus attack
5
What is a data warehouse?
Alargecollection of archived data used for decision making
A dabatase of current sales information
A legacy system
An off-site storage hold to help with backup and recovery
6
What is parallel changover?
complete new system is installed in a small number of depts
Thecompany runs both the old and new system to test first
Oldsystem is still active but partsof the new system used
Switch off the old system and switch on the new one
7
Whic of the following is NOT a feature of batch processing?
One order processed at a time
–Usuallyperformed overnight
–Largevolumes of data can be processed efficiently
nointeraction between computer and user
8
What word is missing from this list of components of an ICT system?
Legislation
Processes
Systems
Software
9
What does a payroll systems deal with?
Financial operations
Wages and salaries
Hiring and firing
ICT procurement
10
Which definition describes induction training?
Task based for a specific role
Web-based practical training
Training when you start a new role
Training whilst you do the job?
11
What is a definition of outsourcing?
Transfer externallyof a particular aspect of the business
Usingoffshore centres for routine services
A service level agreement
Agreement between supplier & customer purchasing equipment
12
How does BYOD reduce costs for an employer?
No staff training
Employees can work from home
Less spent on infrastructure and hardware/software
13
What does JiT (just in time stock) ordering mean?
Only order from suppliers when a custoemer orders
Only re-order when stock levels are very low
Order when the level is <10
Re order stock when levels are 0
14
What is not likely to be in a security policy?
Backup and recovery
Testing software and release
Data transfer security
Network security
15
What must be maintained as part of legacy systems to transfer data?
Data integrity
Data security
Data compatibility
Data portability
16
What would a CIO NOT be responsible for?
ICT procurement
Suggesting areas where ICT can support business
Writing the ICT strategy
Recruitment
17
What is a benefit of offshoring?
No language barrier
Good local knowledge
Short waiting times
Low labour costs
18
In testing a system what type of test would you use to check performance with large data sets?
Black box testing
Regression testing
White box testing
Volume testing
19
What factor does not affect an ICT strategy?
Legacy systems
Management structure
Legislation
Finance
20
Which type of methodology commonly uses prototyping?
Linear
Iterative
Agile
21
Which of the following is not a level within the hierarchy of an organisation?
Strategic
Managerial
Tactical
Operational
22
What does a procurement strategy involve?
Keepingpace with developments
InformationManagement
Standards and protocols
The purchasing and leasing of hardware and software
23
What are back office systems?
Systems that run all the business administration processes
To keep track of electronically stored documents
supportsall functions of an organisation rather than 1 area
To make effective decisions for planning
24
What are employers allowed to do as part of an acceptable use policy?
Ban employees from using their own devices
<p>Read employee emails</p>
Insist on knowing users passwords
Listen to personal phonecalls
25
What is a characteristic of iterative development methodology?
•Fixedand understood requirements
‘loopround’ the stages of development until client is happy
•Rigidand inflexible
stageswhich are followed sequentially
26
What does JAD stand for?
Joint and Development
Joint Application Development
Joined Application Development
Joint Application Design
27
What does an e-commerce system NOT deal with on the internet?
Selling
Legislation
Paying
Buying
28
Which activity would a transaction processing system NOT deal with?
A customer paying for goods
A flight or holiday beingbooked
Helps manage the day-to-dayrelationship with customers
A payment being made tosuppliers
29
Which legislation deals with personal data held about individuals?
Computer Misuse Act
Data Protection Act
Digital Economy Act
Health and Safety at Work Act
30
Which stage is missing from the systems life cycle below?
Deliverables
Installation and conversion
Evaluation
Implementation

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