Student’s Name: Josh Brown

Answer the following questions:

1. The Internet is the driving force behind developments in

telecommunications, networks, and other information technologies. Do you
agree or disagree? Why?

I agree, the internet is the reason these technologies exist, and it is the main reason for their
advancement. The internet allows people to easily research ideas and collaborate with others which
helps in the advancement of new technologies. Information is available to anyone with a computer and
a network connection, this allows average people to research and develop new ideas that could lead to
further technological advancement.

2. How is the trend toward open systems, connectivity, and

interoperability related to business use of the Internet, intranets, and
extranets?

In today’s world, more and more businesses are relying on the Internet, intranets and extranets. This
means that businesses are moving towards open systems, which allow businesses to easily establish
connectivity within their own organizations and enable communication with outside parties. Open
systems allow for easier collaboration between coworkers and the ability to multitask on different
projects using different applications at the same time.
3. Refer to the Real World Case on telemedicine and videoconferencing in
the chapter. Not mentioned in the case are implications for both privacy
and data security arising from the use of these technologies. Which specific
ones could arise as a result, and to what extent do you believe those would
inhibit the deployment of these advances?

Security is a huge concern; it is difficult to properly secure data so that no one is able to recover it. We
have heard multiple stories about credit card information being leaked to the public as well as private
photos and other confidential information. The lack of complete security is a huge risk and will
definitely inhibit the deployment of these advances. Cyber security advancements need to be put into
place before the advances can take place.

4. How will wireless information appliances and services affect the

business use of the Internet and the Web? Explain.

The use of wireless information appliances will change the way that businesses conduct themselves.
Businesses are able to be more mobile and more efficient. Employees are able to access information
from anywhere from the palm of their hand. They have all the information they could possibly need
available to them at any given time.
5. What are some of the business benefits and management challenges
of client/server networks?

Data can be completely processed locally, where most input and output must be handled. Provides
access to the workstations and servers in other networks. Computer processing is more tailored to the
needs of the end users. Increases information processing efficiency and effectiveness, as users are
more responsible for their own application systems.

6. What is the business value driving so many companies to install and

extend intranets rapidly throughout their organizations?

The ability to communicate, collaborate, and coordinate with others. Businesses are able to
communicate information more efficiently which allows their businesses to grow faster and run more
smoothly. The extended intranets provide the business with the ability for growth and to reach their
full potential.
7. Refer to the Real World Case on telepresence in the chapter. What
seems to be the difference between videoconferencing and telepresence?
Given the discussion on the latter in the case, does videoconferencing have
a future? Why or why not?

8. Do you think that business use of the Internet, intranets, and extranets
has changed what businesspeople expect from information technology in
their jobs? Explain.

Technology continues to grow at a rapid pace, and the business use of technology such as the Internet,
intranets, and extranets has also continued to grow. Certainly business people expect more from
information technology in order to do their jobs.