08 Task Performance 1
08 Task Performance 1
Task Performance
File Management
Objectives:
Instructions:
1. Reanalyze the five (5) different file structures that were discussed and search for other file structures
that are available in books, the Internet, and other resources. Closely analyze the components,
attributes, structure, and operations or implementation guidelines of each file organization.
Note: Illustrations or design figures are also available on the Internet. These will help you to better conceptualize your ideal file
management structure.
2. After gathering all the essential ideas and concepts, propose a unique file organization structure or a
file management system using the guidelines/questions below. Use 3 to 5 sentences in answering each
item. (5 items x 5 points)
a. Enumerate all your desired attributes/features/functionalities for your file organization design.
b. Which specific file system property would you like to focus on: long-term existence, sharable
between processes, or good internal structure? Why?
c. Select a particular industry (i.e., education, entertainment, health services, and manufacturing
industry) that would greatly benefit from your file organization design, and explain how it will be
beneficial for your selected industry. Elaborate on your answer.
d. Identify what type of records or files would be involved in your design. Elaborate on your
answer.
e. What makes your file organization design unique? Rationalize your answer.
3. Create a simple illustration of your proposed file organization structure. (10 points)
4. List down possible recommendations to improve your file organization structure design. (5 points)
5. Properly cite all relevant references that you have utilized. (5 points)