Final Exam!!!!!

Answer all questions in Section A and three questions in Section B

Section A

1- Explain, for each of the following actions, using the appropriate relevant terms, how each of the following actions takes place in terms of the data transfer, software and hardware used, protocols.
a) A user tries to access an unauthorized web site and is prevented from doing so by the network operating system.
b) A user installs a special videoconference software and when trying to run the software the system refuses to execute for security reasons.
c) An email is sent from a computer in Argentina to another computer in England.

2- Give an account of what specific functions are performed by the operating system from the moment in which the computer is turned on until it is ready to receive user input. How does the CPU/Operating System achieve multitasking?

3- How are AI bots programmed to respond to user questions and simulate intelligence?

Section B

4- How can robots be programmed to simulate feelings? What are the implications on individuals and society?

5- In which case would a tutorial or wizard be preferable over conventional learning? Give specific examples.

6- How is e-commerce different from over-the-counter buying and selling? What advice would you give to a startup entrepreneur?

7- Analyze why technology has not advanced in education as much as in other activities. How can teachers effectively use technology in the classroom?

8- Outline advantages and disadvantages of using simulations for training. On what criteria would you rate a simulation?

9- What measures should a firm take to prevent the consequences of hacking? What can these consequences be?