Essays Tagged: "data input"

Accuracy of data input is important. What method of data input would be best for each of the following situations and explain why?

Accuracy of data input is important. What method of data input would be best for each of the following situation ... ide from avoiding uncertainty from unclear handwriting or other methods, and because "...most input data consists of letters and numbers. In addition, people are usually familiar with how to use keybo ... milar to an ATM transaction.d. Retail tagsOptical Scanning Input device; Bar-coding allows for easy data-read for inventory and pricing purposes - without the bar code the cash register would be a pre ...

(5 pages) 1480 1 2.6 Jun/2004

Subjects: Businesss Research Papers

Essay about input and output devices and computer components

The purpose of this paper is to answer questions about various data input and output methods, various storage types and devices, and the speed of a computer. Each ... d cases, electronic scanning methods are the best method, and the method routinely used, to extract data and store it in repositories for compilation and analysis.Input ScenariosPrinted questionnaires ... ionnaires and telephone surveys that assess service quality, therefore, require some type of manual data input (answers). The only difference is the method used to enter the data into the survey form. ...

(8 pages) 291 0 4.5 Oct/2004

Subjects: Science Essays > Computer Science

The needs of input, output, storage communication devices to computer processing cycle

IntroductionComputer is a machine that can be programmed to accept data (input) process it into useful information (output) and stored it away (in a secondary storage ... tware but performed by the hardware.To function, a computer system requires four main aspect of data handling:        Input        Processing      ... e 1.1 the hardware responsible for these four areas        Input devices accept data or commands in a form that computer can use; they send the data or commands to the processing u ...

(57 pages) 337 0 3.0 Apr/2005

Subjects: Science Essays > Computer Science

Increasing Technology

aper, we will discuss the advances in technology that have aided in the efficiency of areas such as data input, data output, data storage, and computer speed.Data input is an important area of emphasi ... rage, and computer speed.Data input is an important area of emphasis. Without the accurate input of data, there is no way to receive the proper results. Thus, finding the most effective and accurate m ...

(4 pages) 55 0 0.0 Jul/2005

Subjects: Science Essays > Computer Science

Hardware systems.

Many technologies are available to a business looking to create their own digital data. Nevertheless, some things must be well thought-out before buying equipment or software. The de ... on the organization's current software, budget, skill-level of employees, available time, available data, and amount of data in need of digitizing. Because the process of data conversion, collection, ... process of data conversion, collection, and creation is often the costliest component of applying a data storage system, the conclusion cannot be made without careful thought.Accuracy of data input is ...

(4 pages) 273 0 5.0 Sep/2005

Subjects: Science Essays > Technology

Application Devices

Data InputAccuracy of data input is important. There are many aspects to consider when deciding whic ... a input is important. There are many aspects to consider when deciding which method is the best for data input and output (I/O). Users communicate with computers in an information system through input ... ate with computers in an information system through input and output devices. The user enters input data into the system through input devices and receives output information through output devices. I ...

(7 pages) 110 0 0.0 May/2006

Subjects: Science Essays > Computer Science

Transferring and Storing Data

Data found after collecting is one of the most important resources for businesses. In order for busi ... usinesses to efficiently function and compete in today's world, they must be able to transfer these data into an information system that is readily accessible. In order to ensure the quality transfer ... n order to ensure the quality transfer of these data, business must first select the best method of data input, followed by an output device, and consider what type of storage device is needed for sto ...

(6 pages) 183 0 4.1 Jun/2006

Subjects: Science Essays > Computer Science

Basic Systems Analysis

y over the past decade and this article takes into account such aspects as sophisticated methods of data input and output and the many new computer applications now feasible with the introduction of c ... system at one go. The various systems are broken down and taken one at a timeNormally, the flow of data from one department to another department would follow an existing pattern as also the processi ...

(4 pages) 127 0 2.7 Jul/2006

Subjects: Science Essays > Technology

Importance of Accuracy of Data Input CIS 319 UOP Week 2

businesses collectively losing millions of dollars due to human error and inaccuracies. Accuracy of data input is very important and such carelessness results in clients being improperly billed; becau ... ht input hardware in any given situation is important for an information system. The best method of data input for printed questionnaires would be the use of an OCR scanner because it readily recogniz ...

(4 pages) 799 1 4.3 Oct/2006

Subjects: Science Essays > Technology

Computers and Information Processing

The accuracy of data input is very important in determining the best method of data input that would provide the bes ... es are going to be input through computer terminals. These terminals are input devices that perform data input. A terminal is connected to a complete computer system, including a processor, memory, an ... em, including a processor, memory, and secondary storage. The issue that comes up in the process of data input is the use of people to input the data. Mistakes can occur from the data processor inputt ...

(5 pages) 215 0 5.0 Dec/2006

Subjects: Science Essays > Computer Science

Computer Information

ions today. The purpose of this paper is to provide the correct method for each situation regarding data input and output; provide situations for different storage devices; and explain the role of var ... ent storage devices; and explain the role of various items in determining the speed of the computer.Data Input ScenariosPrinted QuestionnairesToday many documents are no longer keyed on a typewriter. ...

(4 pages) 128 0 4.0 Feb/2007

Subjects: Science Essays > Computer Science

Hardware Systems: Computers and Information Processing

AbstractThis paper will discuss several ways data can be captured by using differentmethods of input devices. Many of these input devices are com ... s and the impacts they have on a computers performance and speed.Hardware SystemsThe best method of data input for printed questionnaires would be a scanning device, which is called an optical data re ... Depending on the format of the questionnaire there are two types of ways a scanner can capture the data recorded on the questionnaire. The first is called optical mark recognition (OMR) and the secon ...

(6 pages) 150 0 0.0 Feb/2007

Subjects: Science Essays > Computer Science

Technology Explanation

Information systems are hardware and software systems that support data applications and are vital and indispensable. Even more important is one understanding the vari ... en more important is one understanding the various elements of these hardware and software systems. Data Input, Output, Storage devices and device speeds are addressed for the education of the reader ... ible. Having obsolete hardware and software can place an organization at a competitive disadvantage.Data InputMany people's first experience with computers is through data input devices. There are hun ...

(7 pages) 58 0 0.0 Mar/2007

Subjects: Science Essays > Computer Science

Concepts of Computer devices

the tangible elements of a computer system, the input devices, the machines that store and process data and perform the required calculations, and the output devices that present the results to infor ... y important for organizations today. The purpose of this paper is to explain what methods regarding data input and output would be best for each situation provided and explain why; explain what situat ...

(8 pages) 187 0 4.0 Apr/2007

Subjects: Science Essays > Computer Science

A Review of Computer Abilities

ke a look at the various types of technology available. We start by looking at the best options for data accuracy given specific requirements. Next, we will review what storage devices are available a ... we will examine the role of specific hardware in regards to the speed of a computer.Beginning with data accuracy, the best option for data input for a printed questionnaire would be a scanner. The sc ...

(5 pages) 21 0 5.0 Aug/2007

Subjects: Science Essays > Computer Science

Executive Summary for Riordan Manufacturing

Riordan Manufacturing will benefit greatly by eliminating the waste of productivity time correcting data input errors.Peoplesoft provides training classes for employee.Peoplesoft software will minimiz ... n that Peoplesoft provides eliminates operator errors because the system will not process incorrect data. The new processes will benefit Riordan Manufacturing greatly in eliminating the waste of produ ...

(10 pages) 594 0 5.0 Sep/2007

Subjects: Businesss Research Papers > Case Studies

Hardware Paper: What method of data input would be best. Explain what method of output would be best for certain situations.

There are many concepts in the world of computing that can sometimes seem to be quite overwhelming. Data input, data output, storage devices and computer speeds are just some of the concepts that may ... ve a good amount of information before making a decision when it comes to anything computer related.Data InputPrinted questionnaires are easily imputed through the use of an optical data reader and so ...

(5 pages) 113 1 5.0 Nov/2007

Subjects: Science Essays > Technology

Accuracy of Data Input, Quality Output, Storage Devices, and Speed of a Computer

IntroductionThis Paper will discuss the importance of data entry and witch is the best method for data input for a variety of methods. Also this paper wil ... will give an explanation of the role of hardware in determining the speed of a computer.Accuracy of Data InputData plays an important role for computers and how well they perform. The accuracy of data ... r computers and how well they perform. The accuracy of data entry is very important, in that if bad data in, bad data out. That is to say if data entry is done improperly then the out put will flawed. ...

(3 pages) 65 0 5.0 Dec/2008

Subjects: Businesss Research Papers > Management

Hardware and Storage Paper

speedy manner. Computer hardware plays an important role in the creation, storage, and retrieval of data. Many types of hardware exist, and deciding what would be the best decision for company hardwar ... hardware depends on what is to be accomplished. Several factors have to be taken into account like data input and output, the speed of the computer, and storage devices.Data InputPrinted questionnair ...

(3 pages) 24 0 3.0 Mar/2009

Subjects: Science Essays > Computer Science

Computer Processes Paper

es, and for communication. Computers are now part of many daily operations. There are many forms of data stored and processed in computers each day. Data input and output of a computer depends on the ... feedback for leaders. This is a wonderful way to find out how something or someone ranks. The best data input for questionnaires would be the scanning method. On most college campuses scantrons are u ...

(5 pages) 10 0 3.0 Apr/2009

Subjects: Businesss Research Papers