What Is the System That Consists of Nonproprietary Hardware and Software

question 103

Multiple Choice

What is the system that consists of nonproprietary hardware and software based on publicly known standards that allows third parties to create add-on products to plug into or interoperate with the system?

• A) Management system
• B) Reputation system
• C) Knowledge system
• D) Open system

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Definitions:

Dixon V. University

A reference to a legal case, but without specific details provided, it is not clear which specific case or its implications.

Equal Pay Act

Legislation aimed at abolishing wage disparity based on sex by ensuring that men and women receive equal pay for equal work.

Appellate Court

A higher court, usually consisting of more than one judge, that reviews the decision and results of a lower court (either a trial court or a lower-level appellate court) when a losing party files for an appeal. Appellate courts do not hold trials but may request additional oral and written arguments from each party; they issue written decisions, which collectively constitute case law or the common law. Also called court of appellate jurisdiction.

ADA

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all areas of public life.