CONCEPTS OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS.

1. Define I.S terms

Absolutely, information systems involve a lot of specific terminology. Here are some key terms to understand them better:

• Information System (IS): A set of interrelated components that collect, process, store, and disseminate information to support decision-making, communication, and operations [1].

• Components of an IS:

  • Hardware: Physical devices like computers, servers, and storage units.
  • Software: Programs and applications that run on the hardware.
  • Data: Raw facts and figures.
  • Telecommunications: Technology for transmitting data (networks, internet).
  • People: Users, analysts, developers, and managers of the system.
  • Procedures: Defined ways of using the system and the information it provides.

• Types of Information Systems: There are many, but some common ones include:

  • Transaction Processing Systems (TPS): Handle routine tasks like processing sales or inventory control.
  • Management Information Systems (MIS): Provide summaries and reports for managers to make informed decisions.
  • Decision Support Systems (DSS): Use data analysis tools to help with specific decisions.
  • Executive Information Systems (EIS): Provide real-time data and summaries for top executives.

This is just a starting point. If you're interested in a specific term or type of information system, let me know and I can provide more details.