Both Distributed Processing and Distributed Databases Require a Network to Connect

question 10

True/False

Both distributed processing and distributed databases require a network to connect all components.

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Definitions:

Expected Utility Function

A mathematical representation of a decision-maker's preferences concerning uncertain outcomes, factoring in the utility of each outcome and its probability.

Utility Function

A formulation used in economics to depict how different combinations of goods or services yield varying levels of happiness or utility to an individual.

Risk Neutral

A description of an individual or entity that does not show a preference for risk, valuing all investments purely by their expected return without concern for their risk.

Risk Averse

A description of an individual or entity that prefers outcomes with lower uncertainty and is less likely to engage in actions with uncertain outcomes.