Data is raw facts and figures that have no meaning because they have not been put into context. For example, 2,3,4,5,3,4,3,2,4,
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What is information?
Information is data that has been processed by a computer so has been given a meaning and context. For example, house numbers - 2,4,5,6,4,3,2,
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What is knowledge?
Knowledge is a set of rules of a rule that is applied to information to be able to manipulate it. For example, if the temperature that was predicted for the next day were 0, -1,-2,0,1 then you know it is cold so will need a coat.
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What is encoding?
Encoding is where data is entered into a computer in coded form which makes the data shorter. For example male and female could be shortened to M or F.
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What are the advantages of encoding data?
Encoding needs less memory space; it's quicker to enter; can be validated more easily.
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What are the disadvantages of encoding?
The codes can be hard to understand if you don't know what the codes are; can be hard to remember all the codes; accuracy can be lost.
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What is important for good quality information?
That the information is up to date; accurate and complete.
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How does good quality information add value to organisations?
By aiding decision making, monitoring progress and targeting resources.
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What is information?
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Information is data that has been processed by a computer so has been given a meaning and context. For example, house numbers - 2,4,5,6,4,3,2,
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