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MI – Nov 2020 – L1 – SB – Q6 – Information System Development and Security

Identify costs of software implementation, types of firewalls, common network issues, and methods to manage email inboxes.

Question

a. When a new software is implemented, various costs are incurred. Identify FIVE of such costs. (5 Marks)

b. Identify FOUR types of firewalls. (4 Marks)

c. State FIVE common network issues an organisation may encounter. (5 Marks)

d. If email is used inappropriately, it can hinder productivity. Identify SIX ways email inbox can be better managed. (6 Marks)

(Total 20 Marks)

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Level: Level 1

Topic: Information Systems Development and Security
Series: NOV 2020

MI – Nov 2020 – L1 – SB – Q5 – Information Systems

Define Decision Support System, list DSS packages, and outline advantages, disadvantages, and impact of IT.

Question

a. Define Decision Support System (DSS). (2 Marks)

b. List FIVE DSS packages that can be used to explore alternatives. (5 Marks)

c. Enumerate THREE advantages and TWO disadvantages of DSS. (5 Marks)

d. State FOUR benefits and FOUR lapses of information technology to individual, organisation, and government. (8 Marks)

(Total 20 Marks)

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Level: Level 1

Topic: Information Systems Development and Security
Series: NOV 2020

MI – Nov 2020 – L1 – SA – Q19 – Information Systems Development and Security

Identify the device that uses light beams to convert images or text into digital files.

Question

Which of the following devices uses light beams to digitally convert images, codes, text, or objects as two-dimensional (2D) digital files for transfer to the computer for processing?

A. Magnetic Character Reader

B. Optical Character Reader

C. Optical Mark Reader

D. Digital Camera

E. Magnetic Ink Character Reader

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Level: Level 1

Topic: Information Systems Development and Security
Series: NOV 2020

MI – Nov 2020 – L1 – SA – Q18 – Information System Development and Security

Identify the method of system changeover that maintains the old system operational after the new system is launched.

Question

The practice of keeping an old system operational after a new system has been launched is known as:

A. Direct Changeover

B. Parallel Changeover

C. Phased Changeover

D. Pilot Changeover

E. Concurrent Changeover

Answer

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Level: Level 1

Topic: Information Systems Development and Security
Series: NOV 2020

MI – Nov 2020 – L1 – SA – Q13 – Information System Development and Security

Identify the primary purpose of a firewall in computer systems.

Question

Firewall in a computer system is used for:

A. Security

B. Transmission

C. Encryption

D. Fire drills

E. Reporting

Answer

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Level: Level 1

Topic: Information Systems Development and Security
Series: NOV 2020

MI – Nov 2015 – L1 – SB – Q6a – Information Systems

Identifies areas where computers serve as instruments and targets of crime.

Question

a. In a computer environment, it is a common occurrence that data is lost, manipulated, or tampered with by unauthorized individuals for selfish reasons.

Required:
Enumerate FOUR areas where computers are used as instruments of crime and FOUR areas as targets of crime. (8 Marks)

Answer

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Tags: Computer Crime, Cybercrime, Data Theft, Fraud, Hacking, Information security, Information Systems
Level: Level 1

Topic: Information Systems Development and Security
Series: NOV 2015

MI – Nov 2015 – L1 – SB – Q5 – Information Systems

Defines an information system and explains the functions of different types of support systems.

Question

a. Define an Information System. (2 Marks)

b. Explain FOUR functions of an Executive Support System. (8 Marks)

c. Explain briefly the following:
i. Transaction Processing System (TPS). (5 Marks)
ii. Decision Support System (DSS). (5 Marks)

(Total 20 Marks)

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Topic: Information Systems Development and Security
Series: NOV 2015

MI – Nov 2015 – L1 – SB – Q4b – Information Systems

Summary: Describes three main methods used to monitor performance in IT-based organizations.

Question

State and describe briefly THREE main methods of monitoring performance in
an IT based organisation. (6 Marks)

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Tags: Benchmarking, Information Systems, IT Management, Key Performance Indicators, Performance Monitoring, Service Level Agreements
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Topic: Information Systems Development and Security
Series: NOV 2015

MI – Nov 2015 – L1 – SB – Q4a – Information Systems

Identifies values added by an Accounting Information System and its various uses.

Question

a. “A well-designed Accounting Information System normally adds VALUES to an organization.”
Required:
i. Enumerate FOUR of these values. (4 Marks)

ii. State FIVE uses of Accounting Information System and explain each briefly. (10 Marks)

(Total 14 Marks)

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Topic: Information Systems Development and Security
Series: NOV 2015

MI – Nov 2015 – L1 – SA – Q20 – Information Systems

Identifies an incorrect statement regarding directional alignment between IT strategy and business strategy.

Question

Which of the following is NOT true of Directional Alignment between IT Strategy and Business Strategy?
A. The alignment must consider all of the organisation’s business functions
B. It must consider the related importance of data on assets throughout the enterprise
C. Alignment causes an organisation to incur costs that may not be necessary to the business needs
D. An organisation can transform technology into business service functions by aligning existing architecture and project portfolios with business needs
E. The cost of not having a directional alignment can be stated through direct costs to the technology environment

Answer

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Level: Level 1

Topic: Information Systems Development and Security
Series: NOV 2015

MI – Nov 2015 – L1 – SA – Q19 – Information Systems

Identifies a career path that is not typically suitable for a Chartered Accountant in a computer-based industry.

Question

The possible career paths for a Chartered Accountant in a computer-based industry include the following EXCEPT:
A. System Analyst
B. Computer Manufacturer
C. Computer Programmer
D. Web Designer
E. Database Administrator

Answer

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Level: Level 1

Topic: Information Systems Development and Security
Series: NOV 2015

MI – Nov 2015 – L1 – SA – Q17 – Information Systems

Identifies an item that is not considered a component of an Accounting Information System.

Question

Which of the following is NOT a component of an Accounting Information System (AIS)?
A. Humanware
B. Software
C. Information Technology Infrastructure
D. Office structure
E. Internal control and security measures

Answer

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Topic: Information Systems Development and Security
Series: NOV 2015

MI – Nov 2015 – L1 – SA – Q16 – Information Systems and Management

Identifies which management level handles strategic issues and long-term trends.

Question

Strategic issues and long-term trends are handled by:
A. Software system developers
B. Hardware system developers
C. Senior management
D. Middle management
E. System analysts

Answer

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Level: Level 1

Topic: Information Systems Development and Security
Series: NOV 2015

MI – Nov 2015 – L1 – SA – Q15 – Information Systems Development and Security

Identifies the type of malicious software that attaches itself to other programs to replicate and cause damage.

Question

A program that attaches itself to other programs in order to replicate and cause havoc on the attached programs is called:
A. Trojan horse
B. Worms
C. Worm
D. Virus
E. Trojan horses

Answer

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Level: Level 1

Topic: Information Systems Development and Security
Series: NOV 2015

MI – Nov 2015 – L1 – SA – Q14 – Information Systems

Identifies the software tool used for capturing and applying knowledge and expertise.

Question

A software tool that can be used to capture and apply both knowledge and expertise is called:
A. Knowledge capture system
B. Knowledge expertise system
C. Knowledge management system
D. Knowledge based system
E. Knowledge data system

Answer

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Level: Level 1

Topic: Information Systems Development and Security
Series: NOV 2015

MI – Nov 2014 – L1 – SB – Q5 – Information Systems

This question covers different modes of data transmission and security vulnerabilities in data systems.

Question

Data is converted to binary digits and forwarded to the desired location for the purpose of communication.

a. With the aid of diagrams, explain THREE data transmission modes. In each case, give ONE relevant example. (9 Marks)

b. State ONE difference between Parallel Data Transmission and Serial Data Transmission. (2 Marks)

c. In a tabular form, state TWO differences between Asynchronous Data Transmission and Synchronous Data Transmission. (4 Marks)

d. Enumerate FIVE attacks that could take place as a result of vulnerabilities of a computer system. (5 Marks)

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Topic: Information Systems Development and Security
Series: NOV 2014

MI – Nov 2014 – L1 – SB – Q4 – Information Systems

This question tests understanding of offline and online data processing techniques, with examples and characteristics.

Question

The purpose of data processing is to make data presentable, meaningful, and useful for a particular purpose.

a. Name an example of an offline data processing technique and explain briefly FIVE of its characteristics. (11 Marks)

b.
i. Explain an online processing technique. (3 Marks)
ii. Identify TWO such techniques and explain briefly TWO characteristics of each. (6 Marks

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Topic: Information Systems Development and Security
Series: NOV 2014

MI – Nov 2014 – L1 – SA – Q16 – Information Systems

This question tests knowledge of activities involved in sales order transaction processing.

Question

In Sales Order Transaction Processing, the following activities are correct EXCEPT:
A. Customers’ file scrutiny
B. Order placed file enquiry
C. Stock file examination
D. Payment analysis
E. Verification of receivable file

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Topic: Information Systems Development and Security
Series: NOV 2014

MI – Nov 2014 – L1 – SA – Q15 – Information Systems

This question focuses on understanding the concept and principles of change management.

Question

“Change is a constant, inevitable, and beneficial element of a management process.” Which ONE of the following is NOT true of a Change Management Process?
A. Enforcement of Change Management can be effected by education
B. Change must be imposed on clients
C. Impact of change must be measured on schedule and budget
D. Change must be approved by authority
E. Change request must be documented

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Topic: Information Systems Development and Security
Series: NOV 2014

MI – Nov 2014 – L1 – SA – Q14 – Information Systems Development and Security

This question tests knowledge on system vulnerability, specifically referring to risks and threats.

Question

The exposure of a system to likely risks and threats is called:
A. Virus attack
B. Worms attack
C. Vulnerability
D. Weakness
E. Data Didling

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