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GPS Surveying, 2008.
An analysis of the use of geodetic positioning system (GPS) surveying technology in relation to the Meadowlands Xanadu Project.
6,498 words (approx. 26.0 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 149.95
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This paper analyzes the use of GPS surveying in relation to a proposed land project over a garbage dump. The paper also outlines the necessary factors of GPS surveying to be used in the assessment, and discusses the advantages and end result. The paper explains that before the arrival of GPS technology, three- to five-person survey crews were used in comparison to a one- or two-person crew into the field in order to achieve the same results. The paper also looks at how GPS technology also provides complete, three-dimensional survey information, enabling and empowering the design and construction management team to excel at their phase of the project. The writer believes that future studies and advancements in GPS technology will pave the way for a brighter future in land use planning.
Outline:
Introduction to GPS Technology
Land Development in Relation to GPS Technology
Meadowlands Xanadu Project History
The Application of GPS Technology to the Meadowlands Xanadu Project
Benefits of Using GPS Technology in relation to the Meadowlands Project
Proposed Use of GPS Technology for the Meadowlands Project
Conclusion
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"Control surveys are primarily used to establish the locations of arbitrary points. These points, called control points, may then be used as reference locations for performing additional survey work (U.S. Department of Commerce, 2007). The main reason for performing a control survey is to place control points in locations which are physically convenient for the intended survey work. Control surveys are generally performed to a higher standard of accuracy than other types of surveys (U.S. Department of Commerce, 2007). Control surveys usually consist of several different measurements to the unknown point from several known points, so that the measurements are taken from different angles."
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RFID Strategies based on Supply Chain Performance, 2008.
This paper is a comparative and quantitative masters thesis proposal studying radio frequency identification distribution (RFID) strategies based on supply chain performance.
4,945 words (approx. 19.8 pages), 24 sources, APA, $ 125.95
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This thesis proposal focuses on the implications of introducing radio frequency identification distribution (RFID) to supply chain processes and the resulting financial and logistical benefits. The proposal looks to quantify the contribution of RFID to increasing supply chain performance across several industries, specifically studying the best practices of leading companies in each industry studied. As a result, this proposal concentrates on the concepts of business process management (BPM) as they relate to streamlining and making supply chain processes more efficient as well as the intensive use of analytics to quantify supply chain performance gains based on the use of RFID.
Outline:
Introduction
List of Abbreviations
Literature Survey
Problem Definition
Research Design and Methodology
Anticipating Findings
Summary of Proposal
Bibliography
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"In defining the Return on Investment (ROI) that RFID contributes to as part of streamlining supply chains, the benefits to each member of a supply chain first need to be defined, followed by the key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics of performance that quantify them. RFID's contributions have been quantified to the pallet level and in the case of mixed-pallet level of shipments as they move through warehouses and distribution centers. Strategies for quantifying the Return on Investment (ROI) of RFID needs to begin with an assessment of the potential benefits of using this technology by specific members of the supply chain. Table 1, RFID Benefits for Supply Chain Partners, provides an overview of the key benefits by supply chain participant (Baird and Company 11). . The following table provides insights into which process areas manufacturers, logistics providers, and retailers are concentrating on relative to RFID implementations. The work completed by AMR Research (2004) serves as the foundation for many organizations that are creating dashboards to quantify the contribution of RFID to their process reengineering efforts organization-wide."
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Tactical Reconnaissance, 2008.
This work is a nine page comparative paper on the topic of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) versus manned aircraft in Tactical Reconnaissance.
1,840 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 20 sources, MLA, $ 59.95
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This paper compares the use of unmanned arial vehicles (UAV) versus the use of manned aircraft in military observation tactics. The paper asserts that while there are limitations in the use of the UAVs and MAVs, as technologies in this area mature the limitations that are seen in today's craft will be replaced with new applications and technologies making these crafts even more viable for use than in the present. The number one advantage of these aircrafts is the fact that lives will be saved in the tactical reconnaissance mission phases of warfare. Savings will also be seen in the cost associated with reconnaissance missions in terms of fuel, costs of the aircraft, and the other savings of support for these aircraft.
Outline:
Objective
Introduction
Review of the Literature
Findings of the Research
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"The application that is most important in use of the UAV is clearly the avoidance of human beings in flight during reconnaissance missions better handled by unmanned vehicles. The goals set out by the DAPO development program in terms of 'airborne communications node reconnaissance applications were stated by DAPO to be: (1) reachback to exploitations resources in the continental United States; and (2) direct dissemination to warfighter. (DAPO, 1998) DAPO states that the Information Workgroup Elements of the Global ISR Exchange includes the elements as follows:
(1) Information Consumers;
(2) Reconnaissance/Surveillance Product and Service Information Procedures;
(3) Value-added resellers;
(4) Information Brokers; and
(5) Exchange Regulators. (DAPO, 1998)
"Exchange regulators will be those responsible for establishment and enforcement of rules and regulations for operation and use of the global ISR information exchange."
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Customer Satisfaction or Loyalty?, 2008.
This paper explores the importance of customer loyalty vs. customer satisfaction for healthcare consumers.
1,274 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 43.95
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The paper looks at health care information via the Internet that has changed the way individuals manage their health and receive health care information. The paper explains that this has greatly impacted customer loyalty to a doctor since one can order medication or research symptoms, treatments and long-term prognoses online. The paper therefore concludes that customer satisfaction has become much more important to the healthcare consumer than customer loyalty to a doctor.
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"When it comes to healthcare, people want to be satisfied. They often feel as thought they are not getting enough for their money, their doctors charge them too much, and their insurance companies do not pay for enough treatments and procedures. This being the case, they also doctor-shop to either (a) find a doctor that actually works the way they think he or she should, or (b) find a doctor that tells them what they want to hear. This comes down to a difference between customer loyalty (to one doctor, for example), and customer satisfaction (going from one doctor to the next until one is satisfied with the answer)."
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The First-Mover Theory, 2008.
A research proposal to determine the extent that the traditional first-mover theory applies to e-commerce companies.
1,261 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 42.95
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The research paper aims to identify the factors that provide unique advantages to first movers from traditional industries and determine the extent those factors are able to provide first-mover advantages to e-commerce companies. The paper proposes to explore the factors that enable late movers from e-commerce to compete with first movers from the same industry and sometimes outrun them. The paper provides the theoretical base for the empirical research, outlines the methodology to be used and presents potential hypotheses.
Outline:
Introduction
Literature review
Methodology
Potential hypotheses
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"The recent market trends for internet companies show that a lot of these are allocating a great deal of their resources for marketing activities that would help them get to buyers before the competition and thus reap the first-mover benefits. The first question that needs to be asked is: do the traditional theory first-mover benefits apply to dot.coms?
"The first-mover theory suggests that first entrants have some advantages that late entrants don't because by entering a market first, they manage to create brand awareness, gain more customers and superior market share, which is difficult to match by the late entrant competitors. First movers can also build barriers to prevent other movers from entering the same market."
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Technological Transformation, 2008.
An essay looking at the impact of technology on the world and, in particular, on America..
786 words (approx. 3.1 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 28.95
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The paper relates that technology has a significant impact on the social, economic and political makeup of the world. The paper continues and highlights the various technological advances over the last few years and describes what their impact has been on the world in general and American society in particular.
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"From a social standpoint, Americans started to become dependent on these machines that made life easier. Increasing numbers of people began living in the cities instead of on farms. Closer living arrangements, unfortunately led to epidemics. According to Wilentz (79), domestic service was also transformed. Hired help, as a domestic servant was called, had been a traditional worker in New England local communities. After the mid-1800s, a larger number of these workers were hired for the labor market, and service became a low-paid job. This "bastardization of craft," as Wilentz calls it, eliminated the traditional world of craft workers and apprentices and radically changed the way products were made."
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Nanotechnology, 2008.
This paper examines the history, uses and issues involved with nanotechnology.
867 words (approx. 3.5 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 30.95
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The paper describes nanotechnology and the growth of this field. The paper discusses how, although nanotechnology promises to revolutionize many products and medications in the future, many believe it needs to be researched more completely before releasing it to the public for consumption.
Outline:
Introduction
What it is
Conclusion
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"For many start up companies across the nation the word nanotechnology strikes a chord. While it is still a small market as compared to many other open markets in today's business world it is a new enough market that it holds promise for the future of start up company success(Challener, 2003).
"The most significant contribution that nanotechnology will make to the business world is the fact that it is very flexible by design and its use. It can be used in many areas of business including automotive technology, aerospace technology, drug delivery and the textile industry."
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Learning Social Skills in Virtual Worlds, 2008.
A discussion regarding the effects of on-line games on social skills.
1,609 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 52.95
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This paper addresses the effects that virtual worlds and, more specifically, massively multiplayer online games (MMOGs) have on the individual's social skills. The paper asserts that it is crucial that we gain a better understanding of how such media can be embraced and or rejected by the broader community, or even tailored to better meet the needs of the learner, be it a learner in literacy or any other educational goal, including but not limited to social skills.
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"The exponential growth of the Internet has created an astronomical number of options for entertainment and knowledge attainment, right at the fingertips of any connected individual. One of the most important functions of the internet is that it creates a virtual world where interaction is possible, be it to seek obscure messages or not so obscure pastime opportunities within the confines of ones own home. The stress of this function is that without leaving home an individual, theoretically could live nearly their entire life. This as a theory has both positive and negative outcomes, many of which are yet to be realized and or studied from a sociological and or psychological perspective. (Williams, Ducheneaut, Li, Zhang,Yee, & Nickell, 2006. pp. 338-339)"
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Comparing TSL/SSL vs. IPSec over VPN, 2008.
This paper compares and contrasts TSL/SSL and IPSec over VPN in a very specific market and technical analysis.
12,370 words (approx. 49.5 pages), 17 sources, APA, $ 238.95
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The intent of this paper is to concentrate on comparing and contrasting SSL versus IPSec from both a market factors-based and technology-based comparisons. The Open Systems Interconnect (OSI) Model is a valuable construct for analyzing each of these specific security protocols in the context of network connectivity and systems integration. A market-based analysis of how each of these protocols precedes the technical analysis to specifically show how the protocols are evolving based on customers' needs, with SSL-based VPNs being seen by many organizations as being more cost-effective and easier to deploy that the more complex, yet more secure, IPSec-based VPNs. The core view of this paper is that all types of remote connectivity is critical for ensuring enterprise productivity.
Outline:
Executive Summary
Using the OSI Model as a Framework for Comparison
Using the TCP/IP Model as a Frame of Reference
Defining Virtual Private Networks and their role in security
VPN Tunneling: Implications for Security
Options for Creating Secured Virtual Private Networks
Defining IPSec-based VPNs
Defining SSL-based VPNs
Technical Comparative Analysis of IPSEC vs. SSL-based VPN
Market Comparative Analysis of IPSec vs. SSL-based VPN
Evaluating the Cost of IPSec versus SSL VPNs
Summary
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"The method that VPNs use for communicating between both systems and networks is a method calling tunneling. The foundation of this method is to use an internetwork infrastructure to transfer data from one network to another. The data being transferred is organized into frames or packets, and relies on a specific preamble or Transit Internetwork Header. Protocols relying on tunneling complete an entire series of steps to create data packets, encode them for security, and then attach preamble and postamble headers and footers to the message for use by the receiving system or network to first accept the packets as secure and authentic, and second, transmit them to the intended destination. What the tunneling protocol does in addition to the specific security protocol selected by the designer of the network is to first encapsulate the frame into a record header. The additional header provides routing information so that the encapsulated payload can traverse the intermediate internetwork. The function of the Encapsulating Security Payload (ESP) protocol is to primarily provide high levels of packet flow confidentiality, and limited traffic flow confidentiality (Kent 6-7)
The encapsulated packets are then routed between tunnel endpoints over the internetwork. The logical path through which the encapsulated packets travel through the internetwork's defined tunnels. Once the encapsulated frames reach their destination on the internetwork, the frame is unencapsulated and forwarded to its final destination. Tunneling includes this entire process (encapsulation, transmission, and unencapsulation of packets) and is graphically illustrated defined in Figure 6."
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Technology and Workplace Stress, 2008.
An analysis of stresses in the work environment and how they can be addressed.
1,856 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 59.95
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The paper relates that stress is a workplace hazard and it is undeniable that technology has helped achieve tremendous improvement in productivity. However, it transpires that technology has also contributed to a great increase in stress levels among employees. The paper states that corporate management should focus on identifying and eliminating distressing issues, conducting periodic assessments and promoting a working environment that minimizes stress. The paper emphasizes that the characteristics of good management involves identifying and eliminating distressing issues, conducting periodic assessments, and promoting a working environment that would minimise stress. This can only be achieved by a proactive and employee friendly policy.
Outline:
Introduction
Stress In Workplace
Downsizing: The Workplace Hazard
Conclusion
From the Paper
"Attrition is a common problem in the stress filled environment. To quote from a recent article that appeared in the 'The Economist', "it costs one-and-a-half times a worker's salary and benefits to replace them and that retaining just 20 workers a year, who would otherwise have left, saves a company $2.6 million per year." (Richard Geller) Thus, stress management programs help prevent attrition and contribute positively to both the employee as well as the organization. High stressed work environment is a more common feature in high tech industries. With constant changes in technology, the necessity to learn and adapt to new changes gives considerable stress to workers. In fact, it would not be far fetched to say that stress has become very much a part of the business these days. As Odette Pollar, president of Oakland-based Time Management Systems and a well know authority on 'stress in the workplace' puts it, "Adjusting to new technologies --like the web, networks, personal communications --that have saturated today's workplace is creating new demands on workers, and that's causing more stress. The question is, how to make technology work in our favor without compromising our health and well-being."
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E-business Adoption, 2008.
A complete dissertation, which investigates the barriers and impacts to e-business adoption in small and medium-size enterprises (SME) of information technology (IT) businesses in California.
18,530 words (approx. 74.1 pages), 42 sources, APA, $ 249.95
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This paper explains that this research studies the relationship between "impacts and barriers" and "performances" in adopting e-business within the small and medium sized enterprises sector(SME) of information technology (IT) businesses in California. The research is based on A. Barua, P. Konana, A.B. Whinston and F. Yin's "three stages model" for evaluating how performance is affected by the major impacts and barriers on small and medium sized enterprises conducting business through e-business approaches. The paper states that e-business is less about technology and more about relationships. The paper describes the research methodology, the analysis and the results. Several figures, graphs and tables are also included with the paper.
Table of Contents:
Abstract
Introduction
Background Information
Purpose of the Research
Significance of the Research
Organization of the Dissertation
Literature Review
Introduction
Definition of E-business
Definition of SME
Information Technology (IT) Business Sector
Level of E-business Adoption
Impacts of E-business Adoption
Barriers of E-business Adoption
Research Methodology
Introduction
Research Method
Data Collection Location
Survey Instrument
Questionnaire Design
Sampling Design
Data Entry
Data Analysis
Descriptive Analysis
H1
H2
H3
H4
H5
H6
H7
H8
H9
H10
Others
Conclusions
Introduction
Limitations of the Research
Further Research
Conclusion
Appendices Proforma survey
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"These benefits are influenced by the ability of next generation manufacturers to use IT to enhance the value adding activities and to minimize the risks involved in manufacturing; these findings are congruent with previous studies that suggest managerial reorientation to new priorities should recognize the importance of information technologies, its impact on managerial and organizational strategies, and more importantly, its impact on creating and managing the future learning organization. As a result, the appropriate application of these technologies would enhance the ability of the NGM to become time-based competitors."
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The Financial Services Industry and Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP), 2008.
A thesis analyzing the impact of voice over Internet (VoIP) protocol in the financial services industry.
19,660 words (approx. 78.6 pages), 21 sources, APA, $ 249.95
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This paper examines the adoption of voice over Internet (VoIP) protocol in each segment of the financial services industry, specifically focusing on the adoption practices in small, mid-size and large financial services firms. The author points out how companies at each strata of the financial services market change their processes to take advantage of the customer-centric, financial operations and services aspects of having VoIP-based systems in their organizations. The paper researches questions about the adoption of VoIP and its relationship to customer loyalty, the modification of quoting, ordering and payment systems using VoIP, the return on investment (ROI) and how well the customers of financial services firms are adopting VoIP-based applications. Includes several color graphs, figures and illustrations.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Executive Summary
Context of the Problem
Problem Statement
Specific Research Questions
Study Significance and Contribution to This Field
Research Design and Methodology
Phase I: Exploratory Research with Industry Experts using Experience Interviews Phase II: Early Adopter Research
Primary and Secondary Sources of Information
Organization of the Study
Literature Review
Summary
Factors Driving Financial Services' Technology Adoption
Financial Services Technology Needs Assessment
Defining the Financial Value Chain (FVC) and the role of VoIP
VoIP Market Dynamics in Financial Services
Applications Are the Agents of Change in VoIP Financial Services
Introducing the VoIP-Enabled Enterprise
Consensus of Industry Analysts on VoIP in Financial Services
VoIP within Financial Services: A Study of Transitions
Grant Thornton Case Study
Selection Criteria and Evaluation for VoIP System
Deployment at Grant Thornton
Results of the VoIP Implementation
Defining Voice over Internet Protocol
How does VoIP Work?
Step 1: Voice to Digital Data Transformation
Setp 2: Digital Data to IP Transformation
Step 3: Transmission
Step 4: IP Packet to Digital Data Transformation
Step 4: IP packet to Digital Data Transformation
Step 5: Digital Voice to Analog Voice Transformation
The Critical Role of VoIP Standards
A Critical Success Factor in Financial Services in Security over VoIP
Threats to VoIP
Confidentiality
ARP floods
VoIP Influence on Customer Loyalty
Executive Summary
Touch-Tone Interactive Voice Recognition
Automated Speech Recognition
Web Self-Service Sites
Analysts'\ Recommendations for Creating Value-Added Services Based on VoIP
Analysts' Recommendations for Launching Self-Service Channels Based on VoIP
Summary
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"Applications are the integration point between technology and business processes, and the growth of VoIP-based applications specifically in the areas of financial services and the growth of online banking, online investing and the many services financial institutions are working to deliver over the Internet.
"In a world of circuit switched networks (the foundation of PSTN Service), telephony has always been about access and security. The role of security in circuit switched networks is one that is highly matured, trusted, and relied on by even the most resistant-to-change financial institutions."
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Acceptance of AgBiotechnology, 2008.
This paper applies the Kantian and social contract theory to the agbiotechnology industry.
1,427 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 47.95
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The paper applies Kantian theory to the agbiotechnology industry and explains how the theory states the industry has the right to its freedom and rights and can therefore engage in further research, exploration and development. The paper then relates that the role of trust is critical to the foundation of social contract theory and notes that historically, technology's acceptance has hinged on the technologists' ability to gain the trust or loyalty of the public. The paper looks at the role of a manager in the agbiotechnology industry who will need to prove that agbiotechnology's motives are valuable and it is necessary to bring better and more efficient processes to improve the social order of the world.
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"Social contract theories suggest that right and wrong are about the agreement of a rational individual interested in promoting their self-interest to give up their wishes to secure peace (Clark, 2003). Thus, one's moral or political debts stem from a contract they devise between themselves and society. Kantian theory supports the ideal that individuals can reason universally, thus have the ability for neutrality as they view everything from a universal perspective rather than the perspective of self. However, Kant suggests that rights of law depend on freedom and not necessarily happiness, and that in nature exists more chaos than their exists peace, contradicting social contract theory to some extent (Clark, 2003)."
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Apple Computer, Inc., 2008.
An analysis of Apple Computer's strategies regarding their mp3 and home computer divisions.
1,190 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 40.95
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This paper explains that Apple Computer, Inc. has rocketed to the top of the technology industry with the incredible performance of its two core products, its mp3 player Ipod and home computer Macs. The paper also points out that Apple's penchant for creativity combined with their overall ability to create user friendly but technologically sophisticated products has won them loyalty from customers and continued raves from the world community. The paper also points out that Apple's success within these two markets, however, will not go unchallenged. The paper then takes a close look at Apple's challenges within their mp3 and home computer divisions and analyzes their strategies for overcoming these challenges.
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"Apple's mp3 division has been at the heart of its revolution from a dying niche brand to one of the most potent forces in the technology industry. Its Ipods have been cited as having a 92.3% market share of all hard drive based music players, this is an incredible statistics since no company had more than 23% market share of the mp3 market up until the late 1990s. Their incredible growth, however, is facing some roadblocks as internal and external problems have developed. Their first primary challenge is that there has been an increase in competition over the past three years."
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Office Automation Software, 2008.
An analysis of the office automation and group collaboration software used at the author's organization.
765 words (approx. 3.1 pages), 2 sources, APA, $ 27.95
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This paper examines Microsoft Office 2003, running on the Windows XP operating system, and Microsoft SharePoint, a Web-based application that makes it possible to create intranet sites and share documents easily. The author analyzes the advantages and disadvantages of each software as they relate to the organization's tasks of creating, editing and sharing documents and projects.
Table of Contents:
Microsoft Offices' Advantages and Disadvantages
Microsoft SharePoints' Advantages and Disadvantages
From the Paper
"In terms of improving Office, the following actions are needed soon. First, the XML integration is needed to make sure the applications generated for use on the Internet can easily be used by Office users as well. Second, the approach to hosting or OnDemand use through Dynamics needs to be re-thought and the tenancy model needs to be more defined towards multi-tenancy. Third, the Office applications themselves need to be more transparent with one another to support work flows across many different work groups."
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Information Systems in the U.S. Army, 2008.
This paper discusses the US Army's satellite communications network (SATCOM).
808 words (approx. 3.2 pages), 2 sources, APA, $ 28.95
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The paper outlines the functionality and global-interconnectivity of the US Army's satellite communications network (SATCOM) and what the consequences would be if that system were to collapse. The paper discusses the strategic importance of such an information system and describes how a failure of remote, internet-based communications would threaten US security.
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"To begin with, how might one describe the functionality and interconnectivity of the SATCOM network? Perhaps the best introductory description is that SATCOM is intended to connect ground troops to satellites and UAVs. The technology, at present, provides troops with satellite phones, antennae and modems from which troops in the field could receive important information - updated constantly and transmitted instantaneously. An Army spokesman describes the new-fangled WIN-T generation of the system (which is, of course, being constantly updated) as something in which soldiers in the field receive "advanced antenna" and "smaller form factors" that can be fitted onto vehicles so that information transmission can be conducted while formations are moving."
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Technology in the Classroom, 2008.
An Instructional Technology Plan for the use of technology in teaching maths.
1,338 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 1 source, APA, $ 44.95
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The paper looks at an article "Enhancing Curriculum and Instruction Through Technology" by S. Rigeman and N. McIntire that outlines some ways in which computer technology can help students in middle and high school classrooms bolster their math skills and give classroom instructors a tool with which to be more responsive to the varied needs of their pupils. The paper discusses some of the limitations inherent in using the Rigeman and McIntire math program and presents an alternative Instructional Technology Plan. The paper supports interactive computer technology which allows students to move at their own pace and in an individualized context.
From the Paper
"To begin with, Sally Rigeman and Nancy McIntire (2005) state that Iowa's Area Education Agencies (AEA) district superintendents met recently to discuss how technology could be applied to the augmentation of classroom instruction. 17 of Iowa's 21 AEA districts chose to participate in the implementation of a "technology-rich, research-based, National Science Foundation (NSF)-designated 'exemplary' mathematics program - Cognitive Tutor Algebra I" (Rigeman & McIntire, 2005, p.31). The other four districts stayed with their existing math programs (all of which were NSF-approved) and acted as controls (Rigeman & McIntire, 2005). The Cognitive Tutor Algebra I curriculum used 6 research -based strategies in shaping student learning: "real-world situations; mastery learning; cooperative learning; direct instruction; group and individual presentations; and student use of technology" (Rigeman & McIntire, 2005, p.31). Within the Cognitive Tutor Algebra I classrooms of the participating districts, teachers actually guided classroom instruction about 60 percent of the time while students used the other 40 percent of the time to progress sequentially through sections of the Computer Tutor program at their own pace; the program, apparently, is also geared to accommodate the individual needs of students, as well."
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Money Laundering, 2008.
This paper examines money laundering and the scope of this illegal activity.
1,491 words (approx. 6.0 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 49.95
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The paper defines money laundering and explores the various methods used by international criminal organizations. The paper looks at how successful law enforcement has been in dealing with this significant problem and concludes that Interpol is failing miserably at curtailing money laundering activities. The paper reveals that criminal organizations are making monstrous profits and, in the case of the Russian Mafia, have powerful allies at the highest reaches of government.
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"Put briefly, money-laundering is the complicated process by which the origins of monies gained through illegal activities are cleverly concealed from law enforcement authorities or from tax auditors. Understandably, it is done to evade the unwanted attention of police and government officials and to evade prosecution for illegal acts. Because of the consequences that come with getting caught, those who engage in money laundering must rely upon a wide array of complex techniques to evade capture - only some of which can be highlighted below."
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Technology in Instructional Delivery, 2008.
This paper explores the use of technology in instructional delivery in nursing schools.
710 words (approx. 2.8 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 25.95
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The paper discusses how technology allows for innovative and creative teaching methods as well as allowing students to attend nursing school via a virtual classroom or through pod cast, CD and DVD technologies. The paper notes the need for instructors to be thoroughly educated in the technologies and their many uses and discusses how support systems must be in place. The paper concludes that the use of technology can create a unique and rewarding learning experience for the student as well as an advanced method of teaching for the instructor.
Outline:
Hardware, Software, and Support Considerations
Technology Competency Skills Required by Educator
Conclusion
From the Paper
"The use of technology in instructional delivery in nursing schools has become more and more common in this interconnected world. The Internet provides immense opportunities for the use of such technologies, as many educational institutions are now using these methods to teach those who may not be able to attend traditional classes in a normal classroom setting. The next logical step for many nursing schools has been "expanding their program...to find a solution that would allow them to make their course available via the Internet" (Dimaria & Ostrow, 2004, p. 42).
"The use of web-based conferencing is becoming much more popular today, and in essence is a virtual classroom. This is a great advantage for students who have educational conflicts due to employment schedules, childcare, and/or transportation considerations, which have been common barriers to achieving an education for many.
Since the advent of the "iPod", "pod casts" have been a popular means of obtaining video and audio from the Internet. A student can access and download a lecture from a designated website at the student's leisure, and listen to or view the content at their convenience."
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