A bank is selecting a server for its retail accounts application.
To ensure that the server can handle a high volume of transactions with the required response times, which test should the IS auditor recommend?
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The IS auditor should recommend a benchmark test to ensure that the server can handle a high volume of transactions with the required response times.
A benchmark test is a type of performance test that measures the server's ability to handle a workload that simulates real-world usage. This test determines the maximum capacity of the server and identifies potential performance bottlenecks, such as slow response times or hardware failures.
A benchmark test involves setting up a test environment that mimics the production environment and running a workload that represents the expected level of usage. The test workload is typically designed to stress the server to its limits, and the test is run for a specific duration, such as several hours or days.
The benchmark test results provide valuable information about the server's performance, such as the maximum number of transactions it can handle, the response time for each transaction, and any errors or failures that occurred during the test.
Regression testing is a type of testing that verifies that changes made to the server or application do not negatively affect its existing functionality. Acceptance testing is a type of testing that ensures that the server or application meets the requirements and specifications outlined by the business. Integration testing is a type of testing that verifies that the server or application can function with other systems or applications.
While these types of tests are important, they are not directly relevant to determining the server's ability to handle a high volume of transactions with the required response times. Therefore, the IS auditor should recommend a benchmark test to ensure the server's performance meets the bank's needs.