Computer Science 1032A/B Midterm: COMPSCI FEB Midterm Notes

• School: Western University
• Department: Computer Science
• Course: Computer Science 1032A/B
• Professor: Diane Goldstein

Document Summary

Computer hardware: one of the 5 fundamental components of an information system. Computer-based information system: an information system that includes a computer. One of the 5 fundamental component of an information system. Five component framework: 5 components of an information system: computer hardware, software, data, procedures, people ( always present in every system) Information communications technology sector: provides products and services that other industries rely on to get their work done. Information system: a group of components that interact to produce information. Information technology: the products, methods, inventions, and standards that are used for the purpose of producing information. Management information systems: an information system that helps businesses achieve their goals and objectives. Moore s law: a law( by gordon moore) stating the number of transistors per square inch of an integrated chip doubles every 18 mths. It has been proved accurate for 40 years since it was made. People: part of 5 component framework/information system.