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The document outlines key concepts in information systems, including its components such as hardware, software, data, people, and processes. It describes the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) phases from planning to maintenance, and defines project management as the application of skills to meet project requirements. Additionally, it explains HTML, the differences between HTML and XML, the DrugBank database, drug databases, and the functions of web servers.

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Information Systems Answers

The document outlines key concepts in information systems, including its components such as hardware, software, data, people, and processes. It describes the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) phases from planning to maintenance, and defines project management as the application of skills to meet project requirements. Additionally, it explains HTML, the differences between HTML and XML, the DrugBank database, drug databases, and the functions of web servers.

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1.

Explain Information System and its Components (5 Marks)

An Information System (IS) is a combination of people, technology, and processes that manage and

distribute information. It supports operations, management, and decision-making in an organization.

Components of Information System:

1. Hardware - Physical devices like computers, servers, etc.

2. Software - Programs and applications used to process data.

3. Data - Raw facts used to generate information.

4. People - Users who interact with the system.

5. Processes - Procedures that define how data is collected, processed, and distributed.

2. Explain System Development Life Cycle and its Phases (5 Marks)

The System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) is a process used for planning, creating, testing, and

deploying information systems.

Phases of SDLC:

1. Planning - Define objectives and resources.

2. Analysis - Gather requirements and study current systems.

3. Design - Develop system architecture and design user interface.

4. Implementation - Actual coding or system creation.

5. Testing - Detect and fix errors.

6. Deployment - Install and run the system.

7. Maintenance - Ongoing updates and improvements.

3. What is Project? Explain Project Management (5 Marks)

A project is a temporary task with a clear objective, timeline, and resources, aimed at producing a

unique product, service, or result.


Project Management is the application of knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques to meet project

requirements. It includes:

- Planning

- Executing

- Monitoring

- Controlling

- Closing the project

4. Explain HTML with an Example (5 Marks)

HTML (HyperText Markup Language) is the standard language for creating web pages. It structures

content using tags.

Example:

<!DOCTYPE html>

<html>

<head>

<title>My Page</title>

</head>

<body>

<h1>Welcome</h1>

<p>This is my first web page.</p>

</body>

</html>

5. Difference Between HTML and XML (5 Marks)

Feature | HTML | XML


---------------|------------------------------|------------------------------

Purpose | Display data on web | Store and transport data

Tags | Predefined | User-defined

Data format | Not strict | Strict and structured

Closing tags | Optional | Mandatory

Case sensitivity | Not case-sensitive | Case-sensitive

6. Explain DrugBank Database (5 Marks)

DrugBank is a comprehensive online database that combines detailed drug data with drug-target

information. It is widely used in bioinformatics, pharmacology, and drug discovery.

Key Features:

- Data on approved and experimental drugs

- Drug interactions

- Chemical, pharmacological, and pharmaceutical data

- Protein and gene target information

7. What is Drug Database? (5 Marks)

A drug database is a structured collection of information related to drugs. It includes chemical

properties, usage, interactions, dosage, and side effects.

Types of Data Included:

- Brand and generic names

- Mechanism of action

- Side effects and warnings

- Pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics

- Clinical trials and research data


8. What is Web Server? Explain it (5 Marks)

A web server is software and hardware that uses HTTP/HTTPS to respond to client (browser)

requests for web resources like web pages or files.

Functions of a Web Server:

- Hosts websites

- Processes user requests

- Delivers content (HTML, images, videos)

- Can run server-side scripts (e.g., PHP, Python)

Examples: Apache, Nginx, Microsoft IIS

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