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PRACTICAL CONNECTION ASSIGNMENT
Provide a reflection of how the knowledge, skills, or theories of this course have been applied or could be applied,
1. Information system, Discuss pros and cons of outsourcing, offshoring, and downsizing.
2. Define the term "the soft side of implementing change" and explain why it is a critical factor in the successful adoption of any major change.
3. Identify and describe four change models used to increase the likelihood of successfully introducing a new IS into an organization.
4. Define the types of roles, functions and careers available in the field of IS.
5. Identify and briefly describe the functions of the primary components of a computer.
6. Give an example of recent innovations in computer processor chips, memory devices, and input/output devices.
7. Identify the characteristics of various classes of single-user and multiuser computer system, and discuss the usage of each class of system
8. Define the term "sphere of influence," and describe how it can be used to classify software.
9. Define the basic functions performed by the operating system.
10. Identify current operating systems that are used for personal, workgroup, and enterprise computing.
11. Discuss the role of the OS in embedded systems.