Information Systems components of Information Systems Information technology and Information Systems

Glossary

• Programming language : a computer language used for writing computer programs.
• applications :a computer program designed to be used for a particular purpose, e.g. a word processor spreadsheet or database program
• C++: an object oriented superset of the C programming language commonly used for writing applications programs for the Microsoft Windows operating system;
• computer hardware: Physical equipment used for input, processing, and output activities in an information system
• computer software: Detailed, preprogrammed instructions that control and coordinate the work of computer hardware components in an information system.
• database : A collection of data organized to service many applications at the same time by storing and managing data so that they appear to be in one location.

Glossary

• Java: Programming language that can deliver only the software functionality needed for a particular task, such as a small applet downloaded from a network; can run on any computer and operating system.
• information technology (IT) infrastructure: Computer hardware, software, data, storage technology, and networks providing a portfolio of shared IT resources for the organization.
• input controls: The procedures to check data for accuracy and completeness when they enter the system.
• software package: A prewritten, pre coded , commercially available set of programs that eliminates the need to write software programs for certain functions.