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1. The concept that the same message gives different meanings to different objects is called polymorphism.
Can you think of examples where this behavior may provide unexpected results?
2. As more companies outsource systems development, will there be less need for in-house systems analysts?
Why or why not?
3. Some systems analysts argue, "Give users what they ask for. If they want lots of reports and reams of data, then that is what you should provide.
Otherwise, they will feel that you are trying to tell them how to do their jobs." Others say, "Systems analysts should let users know what information can be obtained from the system.
If you listen to users, you'll never get anywhere because they really don't know what they want and don't understand information systems." What do you think of these arguments?
4. Many large organizations have had their database system hacked and customer data stolen.
How should the security for the database be different than security for the rest of the system?
Does it make a difference for web-based data designs? If so, how?
5. E-commerce has seen explosive growth in recent years.
What are the most important reasons for this trend?
Will it continue?
Why or why not?