CIS Discussion

Computer Information System - Week 3 Discussions

(1) Our readings so far explored computer hardware and software, in particular operating systems and application software. There are many kinds of hardware, operating systems, and applications. Do some Internet research or use a basic search online library to locate an example of hardware that you might encounter as a Human Resource Generalist or business professional in your career path. Share what sort of operating system might run on that hardware and what sort of applications would be installed.

(2) Our readings this week focused on the Internet and web browsers. One very important topic discussed was the use of the cloud to store and retrieve files. As a business professional, you will find that the cloud is likely to play a big part in the future of information technology. In your chosen profession, how will the cloud impact your job both now and in the future? Why will it be important as a business professional to understand and be able to implement this technology?