INS Flashcards
(213 cards)
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Term/Concept
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Definition/Explanation
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Information System
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A set of interrelated components that collect, process, store, and disseminate information to support decision-making.
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Data
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Raw facts and figures about organizational activities.
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Computer Application
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A software program that runs on a computing device to perform specific functions.
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Systems Analysis
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The process of understanding and specifying what a new system should accomplish.
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Systems Design
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The process of planning a new system or improving an existing one to solve a problem.
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Software Engineering
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A systematic approach to developing, operating, and maintaining software.
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Software
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A collection of executable programming code, libraries, and documentation.
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Systems Development
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The process of developing a software system through analysis and design.
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Subsystem
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A component of a larger system that performs a specific function.
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System Feedback
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A process where system output is used to adjust system operations.
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Open System
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A system that interacts with its environment.
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Closed System
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A system that does not interact with its environment.
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Transaction Processing System (TPS)
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A system that captures, processes, stores, and retrieves transaction data for record-keeping.
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Management Information System (MIS)
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A system designed to support management decision-making.
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Decision Support System (DSS)
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A computer-based system that helps users make semi-structured decisions.
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Expert System
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A system that mimics human expert decision-making using artificial intelligence.
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Knowledge-Based System
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A system that uses AI to analyze data and generate new knowledge.
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Digital Firm
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A firm where all significant business relationships and processes are digitally enabled.
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Network Resources
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Components like hardware, software, and communication media that support information exchange.
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Business Information System (BIS)
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A system that supports forecasting, planning, control, and decision-making in organizations.
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Term/Concept
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Definition/Explanation
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Information System
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A set of interrelated components that collect, process, store, and disseminate information to support decision-making.
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Data
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Raw facts and figures about organizational activities.
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Computer Application
A software program that runs on a computing device to perform specific functions.
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Systems Analysis
The process of understanding and specifying what a new system should accomplish.
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Systems Design
The process of planning a new system or improving an existing one to solve a problem.
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Software Engineering
A systematic approach to developing, operating, and maintaining software.
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Software
A collection of executable programming code, libraries, and documentation.
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Systems Development
The process of developing a software system through analysis and design.
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Subsystem
A component of a larger system that performs a specific function.
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System Feedback
A process where system output is used to adjust system operations.
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Open System
A system that interacts with its environment.
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Closed System
A system that does not interact with its environment.
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Transaction Processing System (TPS)
A system that captures, processes, stores, and retrieves transaction data for record-keeping.
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Management Information System (MIS)
A system designed to support management decision-making.
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Decision Support System (DSS)
A computer-based system that helps users make semi-structured decisions.
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Expert System
A system that mimics human expert decision-making using artificial intelligence.
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Knowledge-Based System
A system that uses AI to analyze data and generate new knowledge.
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Digital Firm
A firm where all significant business relationships and processes are digitally enabled.
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Network Resources
Components like hardware, software, and communication media that support information exchange.
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Business Information System (BIS)
A system that supports forecasting, planning, control, and decision-making in organizations.
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System
A set of interrelated components working together to achieve a common goal.
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System Components
Includes inputs, processes, outputs, controls, feedback, and boundaries.
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System Modularity
Dividing a system into smaller, manageable modules.
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System Cohesion
The extent to which a subsystem performs a single function.
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System Coupling
The degree of dependence between subsystems.
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Software Engineer
A professional responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software systems.
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Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
The process of planning, creating, testing, and deploying software.
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Waterfall Model
A sequential SDLC model where each phase depends on the deliverables of the previous one.
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Agile Model
An iterative and incremental SDLC model that emphasizes flexibility and collaboration.
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User Requirements
The needs and expectations of users that a system must fulfill.
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System Boundaries
Defines the limits of a system, separating it from its environment.
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Cybernetic System
A self-regulating system that adapts based on feedback.
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Simulation Model
A model that mimics the behavior of a real system to analyze its performance.
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Mathematical Model
A representation of a system using mathematical equations.
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Information System Roles
Includes supporting operations, decision-making, and strategic advantage.
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Operational Excellence
A business approach focused on continuous improvement and efficiency.
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Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
A system that helps businesses manage customer interactions and data.
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Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
A software system that integrates core business processes.
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Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Technology that enables machines to simulate human intelligence.
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Big Data
Large volumes of structured and unstructured data used for analysis and decision-making.
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Data Mining
The process of discovering patterns in large datasets.
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Cloud Computing
The delivery of computing services over the internet.
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Internet of Things (IoT)
A network of interconnected devices that collect and exchange data.
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Digital Transformation
The integration of digital technology into all areas of a business.
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Knowledge Management System (KMS)
A system that captures, stores, and shares organizational knowledge.
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Risk Management in Software Engineering
The process of identifying and mitigating software development risks.
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Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)
The study of how users interact with computer systems.
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System Viability
The ability of a system to maintain itself and adapt to change.
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Scalability
A system's ability to handle increased workload efficiently.
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System Decomposition
Breaking down a system into smaller subsystems for better understanding and management.
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Term/Concept
Definition/Explanation
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Information System
A set of interrelated components that collect, process, store, and disseminate information to support decision-making.
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Data
Raw facts and figures about organizational activities.
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Computer Application
A software program that runs on a computing device to perform specific functions.
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Systems Analysis
The process of understanding and specifying what a new system should accomplish.
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Systems Design
The process of planning a new system or improving an existing one to solve a problem.
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Software Engineering
A systematic approach to developing, operating, and maintaining software.
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Software
A collection of executable programming code, libraries, and documentation.
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Systems Development
The process of developing a software system through analysis and design.
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Subsystem
A component of a larger system that performs a specific function.
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System Feedback
A process where system output is used to adjust system operations.
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Open System
A system that interacts with its environment.
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Closed System
A system that does not interact with its environment.
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Transaction Processing System (TPS)
A system that captures, processes, stores, and retrieves transaction data for record-keeping.
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Management Information System (MIS)
A system designed to support management decision-making.
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Decision Support System (DSS)
A computer-based system that helps users make semi-structured decisions.
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Expert System
A system that mimics human expert decision-making using artificial intelligence.
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Knowledge-Based System
A system that uses AI to analyze data and generate new knowledge.
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Digital Firm
A firm where all significant business relationships and processes are digitally enabled.
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Network Resources
Components like hardware, software, and communication media that support information exchange.
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Business Information System (BIS)
A system that supports forecasting, planning, control, and decision-making in organizations.
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System
A set of interrelated components working together to achieve a common goal.
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System Components
Includes inputs, processes, outputs, controls, feedback, and boundaries.
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System Modularity
Dividing a system into smaller, manageable modules.
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System Cohesion
The extent to which a subsystem performs a single function.
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System Coupling
The degree of dependence between subsystems.
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Software Engineer
A professional responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software systems.
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Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
The process of planning, creating, testing, and deploying software.
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Waterfall Model
A sequential SDLC model where each phase depends on the deliverables of the previous one.
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Agile Model
An iterative and incremental SDLC model that emphasizes flexibility and collaboration.
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User Requirements
The needs and expectations of users that a system must fulfill.
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System Boundaries
Defines the limits of a system, separating it from its environment.
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Cybernetic System
A self-regulating system that adapts based on feedback.
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Simulation Model
A model that mimics the behavior of a real system to analyze its performance.
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Mathematical Model
A representation of a system using mathematical equations.
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Information System Roles
Includes supporting operations, decision-making, and strategic advantage.
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Operational Excellence
A business approach focused on continuous improvement and efficiency.
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Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
A system that helps businesses manage customer interactions and data.
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Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
A software system that integrates core business processes.
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Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Technology that enables machines to simulate human intelligence.
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Big Data
Large volumes of structured and unstructured data used for analysis and decision-making.
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Data Mining
The process of discovering patterns in large datasets.
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Cloud Computing
The delivery of computing services over the internet.
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Internet of Things (IoT)
A network of interconnected devices that collect and exchange data.
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Digital Transformation
The integration of digital technology into all areas of a business.
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Knowledge Management System (KMS)
A system that captures, stores, and shares organizational knowledge.
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Risk Management in Software Engineering
The process of identifying and mitigating software development risks.
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Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)
The study of how users interact with computer systems.
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System Viability
The ability of a system to maintain itself and adapt to change.
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Scalability
A system's ability to handle increased workload efficiently.
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System Decomposition
Breaking down a system into smaller subsystems for better understanding and management.
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Term/Concept
Definition/Explanation
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Information System
A set of interrelated components that collect, process, store, and disseminate information to support decision-making.
126
Data
Raw facts and figures about organizational activities.
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Computer Application
A software program that runs on a computing device to perform specific functions.
128
Systems Analysis
The process of understanding and specifying what a new system should accomplish.
129
Systems Design
The process of planning a new system or improving an existing one to solve a problem.
130
Software Engineering
A systematic approach to developing, operating, and maintaining software.
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Software
A collection of executable programming code, libraries, and documentation.
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Systems Development
The process of developing a software system through analysis and design.
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Subsystem
A component of a larger system that performs a specific function.
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System Feedback
A process where system output is used to adjust system operations.
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Open System
A system that interacts with its environment.
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Closed System
A system that does not interact with its environment.
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Transaction Processing System (TPS)
A system that captures, processes, stores, and retrieves transaction data for record-keeping.
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Management Information System (MIS)
A system designed to support management decision-making.
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Decision Support System (DSS)
A computer-based system that helps users make semi-structured decisions.
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Expert System
A system that mimics human expert decision-making using artificial intelligence.
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Knowledge-Based System
A system that uses AI to analyze data and generate new knowledge.
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Digital Firm
A firm where all significant business relationships and processes are digitally enabled.
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Network Resources
Components like hardware, software, and communication media that support information exchange.
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Business Information System (BIS)
A system that supports forecasting, planning, control, and decision-making in organizations.
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System
A set of interrelated components working together to achieve a common goal.
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System Components
Includes inputs, processes, outputs, controls, feedback, and boundaries.
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System Modularity
Dividing a system into smaller, manageable modules.
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System Cohesion
The extent to which a subsystem performs a single function.
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System Coupling
The degree of dependence between subsystems.
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Software Engineer
A professional responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software systems.
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Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
The process of planning, creating, testing, and deploying software.
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Waterfall Model
A sequential SDLC model where each phase depends on the deliverables of the previous one.
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Agile Model
An iterative and incremental SDLC model that emphasizes flexibility and collaboration.
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User Requirements
The needs and expectations of users that a system must fulfill.
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System Boundaries
Defines the limits of a system, separating it from its environment.
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Cybernetic System
A self-regulating system that adapts based on feedback.
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Simulation Model
A model that mimics the behavior of a real system to analyze its performance.
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Mathematical Model
A representation of a system using mathematical equations.
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Information System Roles
Includes supporting operations, decision-making, and strategic advantage.
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Operational Excellence
A business approach focused on continuous improvement and efficiency.
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Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
A system that helps businesses manage customer interactions and data.
162
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
A software system that integrates core business processes.
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Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Technology that enables machines to simulate human intelligence.
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Big Data
Large volumes of structured and unstructured data used for analysis and decision-making.
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Data Mining
The process of discovering patterns in large datasets.
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Cloud Computing
The delivery of computing services over the internet.
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Internet of Things (IoT)
A network of interconnected devices that collect and exchange data.
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Digital Transformation
The integration of digital technology into all areas of a business.
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Knowledge Management System (KMS)
A system that captures, stores, and shares organizational knowledge.
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Risk Management in Software Engineering
The process of identifying and mitigating software development risks.
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Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)
The study of how users interact with computer systems.
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System Viability
The ability of a system to maintain itself and adapt to change.
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Scalability
A system's ability to handle increased workload efficiently.
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System Decomposition
Breaking down a system into smaller subsystems for better understanding and management.
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Information
The output of processing raw data to provide meaningful insights.
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System Analysis and Design (SAD)
The process of examining and improving business procedures through better methods and technology.
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System Development
A structured process of designing, building, and maintaining an information system.
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System Analyst
A professional who analyzes business requirements and designs information systems.
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Process Control
A system that regulates its operation based on feedback mechanisms.
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Functional Requirements
Specific tasks that a system must be able to perform.
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Non-functional Requirements
System attributes such as performance, security, and usability.
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Entity-Relationship Diagram (ERD)
A graphical representation of relationships between data entities in a system.
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Data Flow Diagram (DFD)
A visual representation of data movement through a system.
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Use Case Diagram
A diagram that shows how users interact with a system and its functionalities.
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Software Testing
The process of evaluating software to detect and fix defects.
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Quality Assurance (QA)
A set of practices to ensure software meets specified quality standards.
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Capability Maturity Model (CMM)
A framework for improving software development processes.
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ISO Standards
International standards for ensuring software quality and process improvement.
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Software Maintenance
The process of modifying software after deployment to fix bugs or enhance features.
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Software Prototyping
Creating an early working version of a system to test design concepts.
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System Integration
Combining different subsystems into one cohesive system.
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Legacy System
An outdated system that remains in use within an organization.
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Database Management System (DBMS)
Software used to store, retrieve, and manage structured data.
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Data Warehouse
A system for storing and analyzing large amounts of business data.
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Software Development Methodologies
Different approaches to software development, such as Agile and Waterfall.
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Project Management in Software Engineering
Planning, executing, and controlling software development projects.
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Version Control System
A tool that tracks changes in code and manages software versions.
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Cybersecurity
Protecting information systems from cyber threats and attacks.
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Ethical Hacking
Testing a system's security by simulating cyberattacks.
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Blockchain Technology
A decentralized and secure method for recording transactions.
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Machine Learning
A subset of AI that enables computers to learn from data and make predictions.
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Data Encryption
The process of securing data by converting it into a coded format.
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Backup and Recovery
Processes to restore data and system functionality in case of failure.
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Business Intelligence (BI)
The use of data analytics to support decision-making in businesses.
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Digital Economy
An economy driven by digital technologies and online transactions.
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E-Government
The use of information technology to provide government services online.
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Software as a Service (SaaS)
A cloud computing model where software is accessed over the internet.
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Human Factors in System Design
Considering user experience and usability in system development.
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Risk Assessment in Information Systems
Evaluating potential risks associated with IT systems and mitigating them.
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Big Data Analytics
Using advanced tools to analyze large datasets and extract useful insights.
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Cloud Security
Protecting data and applications hosted on cloud computing platforms.
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Internet Security Threats
Common cyber threats such as malware, phishing, and ransomware.
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Business Process Reengineering (BPR)
Redesigning business processes for efficiency and effectiveness.
