MIS Midterm Quiz

End-User Development (EUD) refers to computer systems and platforms that are meant to allow non-programmers who use computers to create working applications and outputs.

• True

• False

This type of EUC involves the most common hardware aspect of an EUC solution, namely computers, and can be customized for any specification of an end user.

• Virtual Desktops and Applications

• Desktop and Laptop Computers

• Desktop Operating Systems and Applications

• None of the Above

End-User Computing (EUC) is a practice that allows end-users to develop their information systems, usually with the support of IT professionals and professional systems developers.

• True

• False

Most end-users are not trained in formal techniques of analysis and design. Documentation is often inadequate or even non-existent, making maintenance difficult and expensive.

• True

• False

It refers to the complete integration of basic office requirements for a department within an organization.

• End-User Computing

• End-User Development

• Office Automation

• Office Information System

This type of electronic discussion requires a user to do something to access the discussion.

• Synchronous

• Asynchronous

• Pull

• Push

This type of electronic conferencing involves multiple points between multiple members.

• Synchronous

• Asynchronous

• Point-to-Point

• Multipoint

Electronic conferencing refers to a possible aspect of an electronic communication system that facilitates the digital publication of textual material and other forms of readable information.

• True

• False

This does not require members to be available at the same time to communicate.

• Synchronous

• Asynchronous

• Pull

• Push

Digital content can be stolen and used by anyone, as it does not follow the rules of traditional publishing.

• Security Issues

• Plagiarism

• Public Opinion on Business Models

• None of the Above