Two of the Three Principal Sources of Poor System Performance

question 12

Multiple Choice

Two of the three principal sources of poor system performance are

• A) software bugs and errors and outdated standards.
• B) hardware or facility failures and malware.
• C) hardware or facility failures and poor input data quality.
• D) poor input data quality and insufficient integration with legacy systems.

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Definitions:

Microsoft Antitrust Case

A legal case in which Microsoft was accused of holding a monopoly and engaging in anti-competitive practices, leading to a series of court decisions aimed at reducing its monopoly power.

Sherman Act

A landmark federal statute in the antitrust law passed by Congress in 1890, which prohibits monopolistic practices and promotes competition in the marketplace.

Tying Contracts

Agreements where the sale of one product (the tying product) is made conditional on the purchase of a second, distinct product (the tied product).

Antitrust Laws

Legislation enacted to prevent monopolies and promote competition, ensuring fair practices in the marketplace for the benefit of consumers.