A local area network LAN) is best described as a(n):

• A.Computer system that connects computers of all sizes, workstations, terminals, and other devices within a limited proximity.
• B.System to allow computer users to meet and share ideas and information.
• C.Electronic library containing millions of items of data that can be reviewed, retrieved, and analyzed.
• D.Method to offer specialized software, hardware, and data handling techniques that improve effectiveness and reduce costs.

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Batch processing:

• A.Is not used by most businesses because it reduces the audit trail.
• B.Allows users to inquire about groups of information contained in the system.
• C.Accumulates transaction records into groups for processing against the master file on a
  delayed basis.
  D Can only be performed on a centralized basis.

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An organization is considering integration of governance, risk., and compliance (GRC) activities into a centralized technology-based resource. In implementing this GRC resource, which of the following is a key enterprise governance concern that should be fulfilled by the final product?

• A.Compliance, audit, and risk management can find and seek efficiencies between their functions through integrated information reporting.
• B.Data analytics can be utilized for trending of the data to ensure that patterns and ongoing monitoring occurs throughout the organization.
• C.Key compliance and risk metrics can be tracked and compared throughout the enterprise, aiding in identifying problem departments.
• D.The board should be fully satisfied that there is an effective system of governance in place through accurate, quality information provided.

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When making a cost-time trade-off in CPM analysis, the first activity that should be crashed is the activity:

• A.With the largest amount of slack.
• B.With the lowest unit crash cost.
• C.On the critical path with the maximum possible time reduction.
• D.On the critical path with the lowest unit crash cost.

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Which of the following should the auditor recommend as the most economical point at which to correct input errors in an online system?

• A.Input data are balanced with computer-produced control totals.
• B.Entry of data into each field of a record is completed.
• C.Output data are balanced with computer-produced control totals and delivered to the user.
• D.Entry of data into each record is completed.

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