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unit 3
information and communication systems
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| an abbreviation for application; a piece of software that can run on the internet, on a computer, phone, or other electronic device | apps |
| a group discussion technique that is used to generate as many ideas as possible for solving a problem | brainstorming |
| a program that permits you to navigate and view web pages | browser |
| the means by which a message is conveyed | channel of communication |
| the top computer executive | chief information officer (CIO) |
| refers to the sharing of information which results in a high degree of understanding between the message, sender, and receiver | communication |
| a structure through which information flows in a business | communication network |
| a situation that develops when one person interferes with the achievement of another's goals | conflict |
| doing business online | e-commerce |
| an electronic form of communication | |
| a science adapting equipment to the work and health needs of people | ergonomics |
| an exact copy or reproduction; duplicator that transmits the copy by wire or radio | facsimile (FAX) |
| a system using special software that screens people who enter or exit a network by requesting passwords | firewall |
| a service that provides internet access | internet service provider (ISP) |
| integrates data from various departments to make it available to help managers with daily business operations | management information system (MIS) |
| a small computer0like device that can send and receive messages wirelessly | personal digital assistant (PDA) |
| a program that assists in locating information on the internet | search engine |
| a computer that stores data and application software for all computing workstations in a single building or building complex | server |
| virtual communities for people interested in sharing information about themselves with others | social networking |
| exchange of information over distances by electronic means | telecommunications |