As a Result of Corporate Downsizing,Alex Lost His Job as an Information

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As a result of corporate downsizing,Alex lost his job as an information systems manager for a large telecommunications company.A bonafide computer geek in his own right,Alex knew that several of his past company contacts often outsourced their computer problems.He decided it was a good time to test the waters and see if he could secure enough computer clients to be in business for himself.His success demonstrated that:

• A)starting your own business can quickly provide security and profits.
• B)people always tend to hire people they know from past associations.
• C)the service sector is not an area of significant growth.
• D)successful big businesses often create profitable opportunities for small businesses.

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Definitions:

Ports

Physical or virtual connection points used by computers and networking devices to connect to one another and exchange data.

Adapter

A device or electronic component that allows one hardware or electronic interface to be adapted or converted to another without loss of functionality.

Expansion Slots

Interfaces in a computer's motherboard that allow for the addition of expansion cards to provide additional functionality, such as better graphics or enhanced connectivity.

Operating System

The software that manages the hardware and software resources of a computer and provides common services for computer programs.