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Bbit 111 :Fundamental Of Information Question Paper

Bbit 111 :Fundamental Of Information

Course:Business Information Technology

Institution: Kenya Methodist University question papers

Exam Year:2012

KENYA METHODIST UNIVERSITY

END OF 3''RD ''TRIMESTER 2012 (EVENING) EXAMINATIONS
FACULTY : COMPUTING AND INFORMATICS
DEPARTMENT : COMPUTER SCIENCE AND BUSINESS
INFORMATION
UNIT CODE : MISC 116/BBIT 111
UNIT TITLE : FUNDAMENTAL OF BUSINESS INFORMATION
SYSTEMS
TIME : 2 HOURS

Instructions:

Answer question one and any other two questions.

Question One

Clearly explain four factors to consider when purchasing hardware resources in an organization.

(4 marks)

Briefly explain the factors affecting the efficiency and effectiveness of information systems.

(5 marks)

Outline five benefits of proprietary software.

(5 marks)

Briefly explain the data processing cycle.

(5 marks)

Explain three major functions of information systems in an organization.

(6 marks)

The role of information systems has expanded over the years. Briefly describe the expanding role over the years.

(5 marks)

Question Two

Describe any three strategies that an organization can employ to obtain competitive advantage and illustrate the role of information technology in each case.

(10 marks)

Information Technology has transformed organizations in many ways. Discus five major ways in which I.T. has transformed organizations.

(10 marks)

Question Three

Citing specific examples and their uses, describe five classes of proprietary software.

(10 marks)

Discuss four information security threats and suggest measures that an organization can employ to curb threats.

(10 marks)

Question Four

Define the term network and describe three types of networks noting their advantages and disadvantages.

(10 marks)

Describe the major ethical and ergonomics issues in information systems.

(10 marks)

Question Five

Clearly discuss the factors that affect the performance of a computer system.

(10 marks)

Computers have developed over time. Clearly explain the historical development of computers noting the major distinctions in hardware and software.

(10 marks)

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