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Middleware is independent software that connects two
otherwise separate applications sharing computing resources
across heterogeneous technologies. Firmware is software
(programs or data) that has been written onto read-only
memory (ROM). It is a memory chip with embedded program code
that holds its content when power is turned off. Firmware is
a combination of software and hardware. Application software
are programs that addresses an organization's processes and
functions as opposed to system software which enables the
computer to function. Embedded systems are built-in modules
for a specific purpose, for example SCARF.

In a LAN environment, which of the following minimizes the risk of data corruption during transmission? A. Using end-to-end encryption for data communication B. Using separate conduits for electrical and data cables C. Using check sums for checking the corruption of data D. Connecting the terminals using a star topology

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Which of the following Internet security threats could compromise integrity? A. Theft of data from the client B. Exposure of network configuration information C. A trojan horse browser D. Eavesdropping on the net

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To meet pre-defined criteria, which of the following continuous audit techniques would BEST identify transactions to audit? A. Systems Control Audit Review File and Embedded Audit Modules (SCARF/EAM) B. Continuous and Intermittent Simulation (CIS) C. Integrated Test Facilities (ITF) D. Audit hooks

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Of the following who is MOST likely to be responsible for network security operations? A. Users B. Security administrators C. Line managers D. Security officers

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Once an organization has finished the business process reengineering (BPR) of all its critical operations, the IS auditor would MOST likely focus on a review of: A. pre-BPR process flowcharts. B. post-BPR process flowcharts. C. BPR project plans. D. continuous improvement and monitoring plans.

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52. Which of the following tests confirm that the new system can operate in its target environment?

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A digital signature contains a message digest to: A. show if the message has been altered after transmission. B. define the encryption algorithm. C. confirm the identity of the originator. D. enable message transmission in a digital format.

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An IS auditor reviewing an outsourcing contract of IT facilities would expect it to define the: A. hardware configuration. B. access control software. C. ownership of intellectual property. D. application development methodology.

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A database administrator is responsible for: A. maintaining the access security of data residing on the computers. B. implementing database definition controls. C. granting access rights to users. D. defining system's data structure.

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A web-based bookstore has included the customer relationship management (CRM) system in its operations. An IS auditor has been assigned to perform a call center review. Which of the following is the MOST appropriate first step for the IS auditor to take? A. Review the company's performance since the CRM was implemented. B. Review the IT strategy. C. Understand the business focus of the bookstore. D. Interview salespeople and supervisors.

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When reviewing the implementation of a LAN the IS auditor should FIRST review the: A. node list. B. acceptance test report. C. network diagram. D. user's list.

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Which of the following is a control to compensate for a programmer having access to accounts payable production data? A. Processing controls such as range checks and logic edits B. Reviewing accounts payable output reports by data entry C. Reviewing system-produced reports for checks (cheques) over a stated amount D. Having the accounts payable supervisor match all checks (cheques) to approved invoices

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