Which of the Following Is the Most Complete Definition of a Computer

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the most complete definition of a computer crime?

• A) the act of using a computer to commit an illegal act
• B) the act of using someone's computer to browse the Internet
• C) the act of using someone's computer to check e-mail
• D) the act of stealing a computer and related hardware
• E) the act of giving personal information to Web sites when shopping

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Definitions:

Expectancies

Beliefs about the likelihood of a particular outcome as a result of one's actions or behaviors.

Process Theories of Motivation

Theories that focus on the psychological and behavioral processes influencing individuals’ motivation, including how they make decisions about their behavior in relation to their goals.

Expectancy Theory

A motivational theory suggesting that individuals are motivated to act in certain ways based on the expectation that their actions will lead to desired outcomes.

Instrumentality

Is a person’s belief that various outcomes will occur as a result of task performance.