Sunday, May 10, 2020

Distributed Data Processing (DDP):

Distributed Data Processing (DDP):

DDP is a system in which the computing and other resources are decentralised at different places instead of being located at just one place. The places at which computers are installed are inter-connected.
In this system, there is some form of communication linkage between locations where the computer resources and users are situated. A manufacturing or trading or service organisation like banking can successfully make use of distributed data processing system.
Internet:
Any database situated in any corner of the world can be linked through the internet. Internet refers to network of different networks. The most important advantage of internet is the accessibility to information available anywhere in the world.
Every organisation or individual using personal computer can create a web site in the internet and keep any sort of information on the web site. This information is accessible from anywhere in the world using computers.
Another advantage of internet is e-mail. E-mail is helpful in faster, better and cheaper communication across the world. Internet is also being used as a medium through which trade and aids to trade are carried out.
Intranet:
It is an information system which facilitates communication within the organisation, among widely dispersed departments, divisions and regional locations. It provides easily accessible information and reduces documentation cost. Information searching time is also reduced.