CIS/319 Computer Information Paper - Week 2 Individual Assignment

Prepare a 2- to 3- page APA paper that includes the following:

·         Accuracy of data input is important. What method of data input would be best for each of the following situations and why:

o    Printed questionnaires

o    Telephone survey

o    Bank checks

o    Retail tags

o    Long documents

·         Convenience and quality of output are important. Explain what method of output would be best for each of the following situations and why:

o    Hand-held computer

o    Color photograph

o    Resume

o    Memorandum

o    Statistical report

o    Company annual report

·         Different types of storage devices are optimal for different situations. Explain what situations are appropriate for the following devices and why:

o    Hard disk

o    Floppy disk

o    RAM

o    CD ROM

o    Tape

o    Flash or jump drive

·         Explain the role of each of the following in determining the speed of a computer:

o    RAM

o    Clock speed

o    Data on hard disk

o    Data on CD ROM

Data on floppy disk