To address the need for tighter data controls and lower support costs, the Macdonald Company has adopted a new disk less PC system. The basic concept behind the disk less PC is simple: a LAN server-based file system of high-powered disk less workstations is spread throughout a company and connected with a central repository or mainframe. The network improves control by limiting user access to company data previously stored on desktop hard drives. Since the user can destroy or delete only the information currently on the screen, an organization’s financial data are protected from user instigated catastrophes. The disk less computer also saves money in user support costs by distributing applications and upgrades automatically and by offering online help.

Requirements
1. What threats in the information processing and storage system does the disk less PC minimize?
2. Do the security advantages of the new system outweigh potential limitations? Discuss.