Distributing parts of an information system across many computer systems and locations is called ____

Which of the following would not be classified as a specific lien, even if properly recorded:

A: A mechanic's lien for labor furnished on real property; B: A blanket mortgage which does not contain a release clause; C: A judgment for punitive money damages; D: Taxes on an unimproved parcel of real property delinquent for three years.

According to Prahalad and Hamel, a core competence has all of the following characteristics except:

A) potential access to a wide variety of markets. B) a significant contribution to perceived customer benefits. C) it is easy for competitors to imitate. D) benefits to customers. E) it is difficult for competitors to imitate.