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Utility programs that assemble software modules needed to
execute a machine instruction application program version
are linkage editors and loaders.

If an application program is modified and proper system maintenance procedures are in place, which of the following should be tested? The: A. integrity of the database B. access controls for the applications programmer C. complete program, including any interface systems D. segment of the program containing the revised code

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A validation which ensures that input data are matched to predetermined reasonable limits or occurrence rates, is known as: A. Reasonableness check. B. Validity check. C. Existence check. D. Limit check.

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An independent software program that connects two otherwise separate applications sharing computing resources across heterogeneous technologies is known as: A. middleware. B. firmware. C. application software. D. embedded systems.

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Disaster recovery planning for a company's computer system usually focuses on: A. operations turnover procedures. B. strategic long-range planning. C. the probability that a disaster will occur. D. alternative procedures to process transactions.

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In a business continuity plan, there are several methods of providing telecommunication continuity. One method is diverse routing which involves: A. providing extra capacity with the intent of using the surplus capacity should the normal primary transmission capability not be available. B. routing information via other alternate media such as copper cable or fiber optics. C. providing diverse long-distance network availability utilizing T-1 circuits among the major long-distance carriers. D. routing traffic through split-cable facilities or duplicate-cable facilities.

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An IS auditor performing an audit of the company's IS strategy would be LEAST likely to: A. assess IS security procedures. B. review both short- and long-term IS strategies. C. interview appropriate corporate management personnel. D. ensure that the external environment has been considered.

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Which of the following tests is an IS auditor performing when a sample of programs is selected to determine if the source and object versions are the same? A. A substantive test of program library controls B. A compliance test of program library controls C. A compliance test of the program compiler controls D. A substantive test of the program compiler controls

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Which of the following is a network architecture configuration that links each station directly to a main hub? A. Bus B. Ring C. Star D. Completed connected

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Which of the following functions, if performed by scheduling and operations personnel, would be in conflict with a policy requiring a proper segregation of duties? A. Job submission B. Resource management C. Code correction D. Output distribution

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Which of the following applet intrusion issues poses the GREATEST risk of disruption to an organization? A. A program that deposits a virus on a client machine B. Applets recording keystrokes and, therefore, passwords C. Downloaded code that reads files on a client's hard drive D. Applets opening connections from the client machine

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Which of the following is a practice that should be incorporated into the plan for testing disaster recovery procedures? A. Invite client participation. B. Involve all technical staff. C. Rotate recovery managers. D. Install locally stored backup.

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Which of the following would BEST ensure continuity of a wide area network (WAN) across the organization? A. Built-in alternative routing B. Full system backup taken daily C. A repair contract with a service provider D. A duplicate machine alongside each server

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