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Answer: C

System logs are automated reports that identify most of the
activities performed on the computer. Many programs have
been developed which analyze the system log to report on
specifically defined items. Abnormal job termination reports
identify application jobs that were terminated before
successful completion. Operator problem reports are used by
operators to log computer operations problems and their
solutions. Operator work schedules are maintained by IS
management to assist in human resource planning.

An organization has contracted with a vendor for a turnkey solution for their electronic toll collection system (ETCS). The vendor has provided its proprietary application software as part of the solution. The contract should require that: A. a backup server be available to run ETCS operations with up-to-date data. B. a backup server be loaded with all the relevant software and data. C. the systems staff of the organization be trained to handle any event. D. source code of the ETCS application be placed in escrow.

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Which of the following is MOST effective in controlling application maintenance? A. Informing users of the status of changes B. Establishing priorities on program changes C. Obtaining user approval of program changes D. Requiring documented user specifications for changes

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An installed Ethernet cable run in an unshielded twisted pair (UTP) network is more than 100 meters long. Which of the following could be caused by the length of the cable? A. Electromagnetic interference (EMI) B. Cross talk C. Dispersion D.Attenuation

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Which of the following logical access exposures involves changing data before, or as it is entered into the computer? A. Data diddling B. Trojan horse C. Worm D. Salami technique

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An IS auditor is reviewing the database administration function to ascertain whether adequate provision has been made for controlling data. The IS auditor should determine that the: A. function reports to data processing operations. B. responsibilities of the function are well defined. C. database administrator is a competent systems programmer. D. audit software has the capability of efficiently accessing the database.

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There are several methods of providing telecommunications continuity. The method of routing traffic through split cable or duplicate cable facilities is: A. alternative routing. B. diverse routing. C. long-haul network diversity. D. last mile circuit protection.

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Which of the following is the MOST effective type of antivirus software to detect an infected application? A. Scanners B. Active monitors C. Integrity checkers D. Vaccines

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Access rules normally are included in which of the following documentation categories? A. Technical reference documentation B. User manuals C. Functional design specifications D. System development methodology documents

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The use of a GANTT chart can: A. aid in scheduling project tasks. B. determine project checkpoints. C. ensure documentation standards. D. direct the post-implementation review.

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The PRIMARY reason for replacing checks (cheques) with EFT systems in the accounts payable area is to: A. make the payment process more efficient. B. comply with international EFT banking standards. C. decrease the number of paper-based payment forms. D. reduce the risk of unauthorized changes to payment transactions.

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Which of the following is a feature of an intrusion detection system (IDS)? A. Gathering evidence on attack attempts B. Identifying weakness in the policy definition C. Blocking access to particular sites on the Internet D. Preventing certain users from accessing specific servers

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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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