Discussion Post
• Define data centers in terms of hardware, software, networks, and client-server architecture/networks
• What is the relationship between a business firm's MIS infrastructure and a business firm's data center.
• What are the implications of cloud computing for data centers?
• How are SAAS, PAAS, and IAAS related to a firm's MIS infrastructure?
• Is Blackboard a client-server application? Briefly explain your answer.
• Name four groups within City University who regularly use Blackboard and briefly describe what services/information these different types of users require from Blackboard.
• Briefly discuss how the seven MIS infrastructure characteristics (Information Systems Baltzan 3e, Figure 5.7, p. 111)
The response must include a reference list. One-inch margins, double-space, Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font and APA style of writing and citations.