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Match each of the following categories of general controls (letters A-E) to the descriptio...

Match each of the following categories of general controls (letters A-E) to the description of a computer control (numbers 1-10). A category of general controls can be used more than once.

A. Hardware controls

B. Program development controls

C. Program change controls

D. Computer operations controls

E. Access to programs and data controls

____ 1. Separating the duties of systems programmers, computer operators, and data librarians.

____ 2. Conducting preventative maintenance on computer equipment.

____ 3. Requiring the use of passwords to access computer programs and files.

____ 4. Using the systems development life cycle for testing and validation of new programs.

____ 5. Requiring program modifications to be tested and implemented by appropriate personnel.

____ 6. Maintaining backup copies of files at safe, remote locations.

____ 7. Involving users in the design of programs and selection of prepackaged software.

____ 8. Relying on parity checks imbedded into computer equipment by the computer manufacturer.

____ 9. Using external labels to identify files and programs.

____ 10. Ensuring that emergency requests are appropriately documented and properly authorized.

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