1. Information Technology
Part 2
Information Technology

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Next Three Chapters
Chapter 4 discusses hardware, software, open source alternatives, basic terms, fundamental computing concepts, importance of Web applications, and mobile systems.
Chapter 5 addresses data component of information systems by describing database processing and data modeling
Chapter 6 describes data communications; Internet technologies; and cloud-based services, uses and security.
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3. Purpose of These Three Chapters
Provide knowledge to be an effective IT consumer.
Present basic terms, fundamental concepts, and useful frameworks.
Provide knowledge to ask good questions and make appropriate requests of IS professionals.
The concepts and frameworks will last longer and be far more useful to you than being on top of the latest technology trend, which becomes outdated quickly.
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