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biggirl4568

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A set of instructions that communicates with the computer and tells it what to do is called which of the following?
 
  1. Software
  2. Manual
  3. Hardware
  4. Input devices

Question 2

Selecting a computer system depends primarily on the needs and expectations of the organization. Which of the following choices are not relevant in the decision making process?
 
  1. Applications needed to accomplish goals
  2. Back up options
  3. Cost
  4. The computer literacy of the nursing staff



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Answer to Question 1

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Rationale: Software is a set of instructions that tells the computer what to do. Software is available in the forms of programs and applications.

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Rationale: Decision makers are called to identify the needs of the organization before selecting a computer system. The system is then tailored to the organizational goals.





 

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