WGU D322 Intro to IT All Chapters Exam 300 Questions with
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Information Technology - CORRECT ANSWER a system comprising independent
parts that work together to advance an organization's goals & vision by increasing
growth, profits, and productivity.
3 Components of an IT System - CORRECT ANSWER Hardware, Software, and
People.
IT - CORRECT ANSWER technology used to create, maintain, and make
information accessible using systems for information storage, retrieval, and
exchange.
System - CORRECT ANSWER a collection of elements that interact to achieve a
common goal.
Networks - CORRECT ANSWER support communication between the elements of
an IT system.
Hard Disk - CORRECT ANSWER a disk on which information is saved and stored in
the computer even when it is not connected to a power supply.
Monitor - CORRECT ANSWER an output device that displays information in
pictorial form, allowing the user to interact with the computer interface and open
programs, typically using a keyboard and mouse.
Motherboard - CORRECT ANSWER one of the most essential parts of a computer
system that holds many of the crucial components of a computer, including
connectors for input and output devices.
Central Processing Unit (CPU) - CORRECT ANSWER a control center that converts
data input to information output and executes stored program instructions.
,Random Access Memory (RAM) - CORRECT ANSWER the memory within a
computer that holds the running programs and data when the computer is in use.
Network Cables - CORRECT ANSWER connect and transfer data & information
between computers.
Wifi Routers - CORRECT ANSWER transmit, receive, and decode information sent
using radio waves.
Laser Printers - CORRECT ANSWER use a laser to form a pattern of electrostatically
charged dots on a light-sensitive drum, which attracts toner; the toner is
transferred to a paper and is fixed by a heating process.
Internet - CORRECT ANSWER resources available for the public.
Intranet - CORRECT ANSWER resources only available for users or systems of a
specific organization.
Extranet - CORRECT ANSWER makes resources available within an organization,
but it also makes that information available to other specific organizations or
users, such as contracted, third-party consultants.
Computing - CORRECT ANSWER any activity that uses a computer to manage,
process, or share information.
5 Most Commonly Recognized Computing Disciplines - CORRECT ANSWER
Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information
Systems, Information Technology.
Computer Engineering - CORRECT ANSWER focuses on the design of hardware
systems and the software that makes them work.
Computer Science - CORRECT ANSWER addresses the design and implementation
of software with an emphasis on developing effective ways to solve computing
problems and creating new ways to use computers.
, Software Engineering - CORRECT ANSWER focuses on the development and
maintenance of reliable and efficient software systems.
Information Systems - CORRECT ANSWER integrate IT solutions meant to meet
organizational business goals.
Information Technology - CORRECT ANSWER focuses on the technology
supporting information systems in an organization rather than the information
residing on the systems or being communicated with them.
5 Key Roles in IT Industry - CORRECT ANSWER IT Administrator, IT Architect, IT
Engineer, Help Desk Professional, DevOps Professional.
System Administrator - CORRECT ANSWER responsible for providing technical
support for hardware and software issues end users encounter.
Network Administrator - CORRECT ANSWER responsible for designing, planning,
setting up, and maintaining an organization's network.
Database Administrator - CORRECT ANSWER responsible for installing and
configuring databases.
Security Administrator - CORRECT ANSWER responsible for installing,
administering, and troubleshooting network security issues.
Web Administrator - CORRECT ANSWER responsible for troubleshooting error
messages employees encounter when attempting to access their organization's
website.
Cloud Architect - CORRECT ANSWER responsible for overseeing a company's cloud
computing systems.
Network Architect - CORRECT ANSWER responsible for designing networks and
monitoring traffic.
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