Chapter 2 Definitions

Question 1

Explain the strengths and weaknesses of the waterfall life cycle model

Answer 1

Strengths:
- Document driven
- Disciplined approach
Weaknesses:
- Delivered product may not meet client needs

Question 2

Explain the strengths and weaknesses of the rapid prototyping life cycle model

Answer 2

Strengths:
- Ensured that the delivered product meets the clients needs and specifications
Weaknesses:
- Not yet proven beyond all doubt

Question 3

Explain the strengths and weaknesses of the open source life cycle model

Answer 3

Strengths:
- Has worked extremely well in a small number of instances
Weaknesses:
- Limited applicability
- Usually does not work

Question 4

Explain the strengths and weaknesses of the agile processes

Answer 4

Strengths:
- Works well when the requirements are vague
Weaknesses:
- Appears to only work on small-scale projects

Question 5

Explain the strengths and weaknesses of the synchronize and stabilize life cycle model

Answer 5

Strengths:
- Future users’ needs are met
- Ensures that components can be successfully integrated
Weaknesses:
- Has not been widely besides Microsoft

Question 6

Explain the strengths and weaknesses of the spiral life cycle model

Answer 6

Strengths:
- Risk driven
Weaknesses:
- Can be used only in large scale, in house projects
- Developers have to be competent at risk analysis and risk evaluation