What are the types of controls in a computer based systems?

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Answer
General Controls: It is applicable with wide range of areas which systematically threatens the integrity of the application processed within the computer information system. They can be summarized as:
 Operating system controls
 Data management controls

 Internet and intranet controls
 Organizational structure Controls
 System development Controls
 Computer Centre security Controls
 Personal computer Controls

Application Controls:
 They are focused with specific application systems which are developed for the specific purpose within the department or branch. Such as: Payroll system, Account Receivable system



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