INFO 101 INFORMATION SYSTEMS by CORDELL PATRICK

[Audio] Information Systems By Cordell Patrick. [image] A close up of hands holding a device Description automatically generated.

[Audio] Key Topics explained are What is an INForMATION SYSTEM Types of Common & Specialized Computing Devices What is The Internet & Common Internet Services How has the Internet & these Devices have changed the way Business view an Information System and do Business..

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[Audio] An Information System (I.S) is basically a setup that collects, stores, manages, and uses data to help organizations make smart decisions and run their operations. By combining tech, people, and processes, these systems help companies operate smoothly and intelligently in a data-driven world. Some important parts of an information system include Data, which is the raw info that the I S handles and can turn into useful insights for decision-making; Hardware, like computers, laptops, and servers that let us input, store, and manage data; and Software, which is all the apps and programs that work with the data..

Common & Specialized Computing Devices.

[Audio] Some common types of computing devices include desktops and laptops, which are used as standard computers for everyday tasks; tablets, which are portable touchscreen devices capable of using applications and accessing the internet; and smartphones, which are convenient devices designed for communication and application usage while on the move..

[Audio] Specialized computing devices, such as servers, are designed to manage network operations and execute applications on a scale that standard desktops and laptops are incapable of performing. Another category of specialized computing device is the workstation, which functions as a supercomputer tailored for specific tasks, including scientific or technical work that surpasses the capabilities of conventional computers. Additionally, point of sale systems facilitate the processing of payments in retail environments..

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[Audio] The Internet is a network that connects people to private, public, academic, business and government networks, for the exchange of data and information through a standardize communication protocols. People can access various services like social media , emails, cloud storage, and web browsing for smooth communication and information sharing across the world..

[Audio] Email, or Electronic Mail as the name suggest is a method of sending & receiving messages electronically over the internet. Web browsing refers to the way browsers such as Safari and Google Chrome use to access the world wide web for viewing and sharing of content. E Commerce is another type of internet service that online Retail businesses like Amazon, eBay utilize for users to sell or purchase goods over the internet, Additionally File Sharing Apps such as Drop box , Google Drive which allow users to upload & share files to other users online..

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[Audio] The internet, Its Services & Modern Computing Devices have greatly influenced how organizations view Information Systems and conduct business, by allowing real time access to information that can be analyzed efficiently to make crucial decisions about sales, how customers act , and how well the organization is running, Cloud computing lets organization be more flexible and save money by sharing cloud based software for things like Accounting, project management and customer service relationships, without needing any onsite infrastructure at all their locations, Virtual Meetings and collaborations has been facilitated by digital tools such as MS teams, Google workspace and Zoom where teams can meet in one location without the need to be physically there,.

[Audio] Additionally E commerce also changed the way businesses operate by opening the door for online for online shops where customers can purchase goods without having to actually go to a physical store, organizations now have the agility and innovations to swiftly adapt to market fluctuations and switch up what they offer, based on customer reviews, In conclusion the internet , its services and modern computing devices have transformed the way organisations view information Systems, thus leading to a more agile, efficient and customer-centric business platform..