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.