Computer Systems in the 1960s and Early 1970s Were Typically

question 35

Multiple Choice

Computer systems in the 1960s and early 1970s were typically designed around a specific departmental need and did not interface very well. These systems were designed to support:

• A) the functional perspective.
• B) the entire enterprise.
• C) the silo perspective.
• D) incremental change.
• E) social IT and mobile needs.

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Definitions:

Limbic System

A sophisticated neural system within the brain, responsible for managing innate behaviors and mood, overseeing primary feelings (such as fear, happiness, and rage) and basic desires (including eating, sexual behavior, power, and offspring care).

Thoracic

Relating to the thorax, the part of the mammalian body between the neck and the abdomen, housing primary organs such as the heart and lungs.

Lumbar

Referring to the lower back segment of the vertebral column, consisting of five vertebrae.

Sacral

Pertaining to the sacrum, the triangular bone at the base of the spine formed from fused vertebrae, important in the structure of the pelvis.