Module 1: Introduction to Information Systems

Vocabulary flashcards covering core concepts, career roles, data hierarchy, and CBIS components from Module 1: Introduction to Information Systems.

Information System

A set of connected components that collects, processes, stores, analyzes, and distributes information to support decision-making, coordination, and problem-solving.

Systems Analysis and Design

A major area of information systems that helps improve processes and design better systems for solving organizational problems.

Data Management and Analysis

A major area of information systems that helps organize and interpret data for better decision-making.

Networking and Cybersecurity

A major area of information systems that helps connect systems and protect information from digital threats.

Software Development

A major area of information systems that helps create applications that support tasks and solve problems.

Testing and Implementing New Technologies

A major area of information systems that helps check if new tools are effective, reliable, and useful before full use.

Cloud Computing and IT Support

A major area of information systems that helps users access online services and receive technical assistance when problems occur.

IT Analyst

A professional who examines an organization's technology needs, evaluates existing IT systems, identifies opportunities for improvement, and recommends technology solutions.

Software Engineer

A professional who applies software development principles to design, develop, test, and maintain software applications that support organizational activities and solve business problems.

Data Engineer

A professional who develops and manages data infrastructures that allow organizations to collect, store, integrate, and prepare data for processing, analysis, and informed decision-making.

Systems Analyst

A professional who studies organizational processes and information requirements, analyzes system problems, and designs or recommends information system solutions.

Cybersecurity Specialist

A professional who protects organizational information systems by implementing security measures, managing risks, monitoring threats, and safeguarding data from unauthorized access or misuse.

Business Intelligence Analyst

A professional who uses information systems, data analysis techniques, and reporting tools to transform organizational data into meaningful information that supports managerial decision-making.

Computer-Based Information System (CBIS)

An information system that uses computer technology to perform some or all of its functions.

Data

Raw facts or figures without meaning on their own.

Information

Data that has been processed and organized to become meaningful.

Knowledge

The understanding gained from information, experience, and analysis.

Hardware

Physical devices used in the system, such as computers, monitors, keyboards, printers, and servers.

Software

Programs or applications that tell the hardware what to do.

Database

An organized collection of related data that can be stored, accessed, and updated.

Network

Communication connections that link computers and devices so they can communicate and share resources.

Procedures

Rules, steps, and instructions that guide users on how to operate the system properly and securely.

People

The users who interact with the system, including end users, students, managers, employees, customers, and IT professionals.