practice test ?s itgs

1. explain: Explain why computer based translators often perform translations rather badly.

Computer translations are usually performed badly because one word may have different translations and meanings. So the translator would put a word that isn't commonly used for a term. The computer translator also makes very bad grammar mistakes. For instance instead of saying "Anta ta'kul ta3am" it could say "anta akul ta3am".

2. Explain: how a Markup Language works.

A Markup Language works is a text based language particularly in web pages. Tags are inserted in the text of the page to tell a web browser or other suitable software how to display the text on a user's screen when they open the page.

a) Is e-commerce possible without the Internet? Explain.

No, it is not possible to e-commerce without the internet because the "e" in e-commerce means ELECTRONIC! there is no other way to trade "electronicly" without internet.
b) Describe the 3 forms of e-commerce

3 forms of e-commerce are (B2B): Business to Business which a company handles transactions within its own value chain and with other businesses and organizations.

There is B2C (Business-to-consumer): which represents retail transactions between a company and individual customers.

Lastly, there is C2C (Consumer-to-consumer): this one represents an organization, business or individual thats selling and buying directly with each other through the internet.
c) What are the purposes of an intranet? What are the main characteristics of an intranet?

The purpose of the intranet is to be able to give easy access info to consumers. main characteristics of the intranet are: firewall security for software, network, at least one computer with server software installed, and other computers with client software installed.

IB ITGS QUESTION #2

describe two input devices that would be used in a pilot training computer simulation:

headphones and joysticks are two devices that a pilot training computer simulation used. the joystick would help the pilot direction-wise and headphones help the pilot hear if there are any in-coming airplanes.

Describe advantaged and disadvantages of schools providing their students with USB drives?

An advantage that one would get from this is that if the students printer isnt working, then he/she can at least save it on their usb amd bring it in for school so that they can print from school. A disadvantage may be that students can be very used to the idea and they wouldnt be able to carry the responsibility of finishing their work from home.

Termsssssss 2/16

intranet: it is a private network created using World Wide Web software

middleware: it is a software connecting server to client so that its easier giving information.

e-business: reference to e-commerce of a particular group. company

e-commerce: selling or buying items online

dot-coms: internet based companies

mobile commerce: being able to trade, buy or sell through the cell-phone, smart phones, etc.

Practice Test ?s

1. define:

a.) Computer Simulation-- are programs based o n models in order to imitate a certain scenario. They can be used in wide spectrum of areas, including business, traffic, training communalistic matters, and the weather.

b.) Bandwidth-- bandwidth refers to the speed and the capability of a connection to transfer a certain amount of data per unit of time. mostly units are classified as kb. it refers to the physical measurements of the band through which connection cables pass.

Chap 10 rev. ?s 10n11

10. In what ways can computer security protect the privacy of individuals? in what ways can computer security threaten the privacy of individuals?

Computer security can protect individuals by giving passwords and softwares. Firewalls help protect ones computer security as well as encryptions and audits. However, these may be easily hacked into by genius individuals.

11. What are smart weapons? How do they differ from conventional weapons? what are the advantages and risks of smart weapons?

Smart weapons are missiles that use computerized guidance systems to locate their targets. These weapons can be extremely accurate in pinpointing enemy targets under most circumstances. However, they reduce the amount of time people have to make life-death decisions. As decision-making time goes down, chance of making errors go up.

page 379 ?s 7and 8.

7. What are the two inherent characteristics of computers that make security so difficult?
Two inherent characteristics of computers that make security so difficult are:
- a computer does exactly what its programmed to do, including reveal sensitive information. Any system that can be programmed can be reprogrammed by anyone with sufficient knowledge.
- Any computer can do only what it is programmed to do. "[I]t cannot protect itself from either malfunctions or deliberate attacks unless such events have been specifically anticipated, thought through, and countered with appropriate programming".
8. Describe several different computer security techniques and explain the purpose of each.

Several different security techniques:

-passwords: if choosen carefully, passwords restrict ones access to computer systems and information.

-firewalls: keep internal networks secure while enabling communication with the rest of the internet.