Abstract This paper analyzes the topic of cell phone use while driving. Specifically, the paper looks at the increased use of cell phones in the United States and the dangers of driving while talking on a cell phone. The writer believes that talking on a cell phone while driving is dangerous. The paper makes reference to studies which show that it is just as dangerous as drunk driving and talking on a cell phone while driving should be banned nationally.
From the Paper "Driving while talking on a cell phone has become quite controversial as more Americans use cell phones every day. Using cell phones in public can be annoying and downright rude, but driving while talking on a cell phone can be deadly. One analyst noted, "Driving and talking on a cell phone is like drinking and driving. In both cases, the driver's reaction time is slowed, especially in the event of a roadway mishap requiring urgent response. In addition, a driver likely cannot give the same level of attention to driving as when not using a cell phone" (Egan). Driver inattention is one of the main causes of accidents on the road today."
Tags: car, phone, accident, traffic, distraction, mobile
Abstract This five-page paper is on "Using cryptography to secure data". It includes the description, the advantages, disadvantages and the examples of symmetric cryptography, asymmetric cryptography, block cipher and stream cipher.
Abstract This paper presents an argument against the use of cellular phones while driving a vehicle. The author discusses distractibility as well as the chances for an accident as the reader moves through some statistics, references to studies and draws a conclusion.
Abstract Technology has become an integral part of every successful business. Without integrating today's latest technological advancements, companies are missing out on significant opportunities for progress, and nowhere is this more important than in the context of human resources. This paper discusses two methods that combine technology and Human Resource Management (HRM): Total Quality Management (TQM) and Rogerian counseling.
From the Paper "In this day and age of striving for a better way to address business and the atmosphere it creates, total quality management (TQM) has been heralded as a means by which to achieve the desired outcome of human resources. In what has been described as a method of management that stresses its focal point -- and bottom line -- on utmost quality, there are a number of considerations with regard to its implementation. Understanding the implications of TQM as it relates to the relationship and function between human resource development and management is the first barrier to overcome if one is to truly reap the benefits of this relatively new and untapped business strategy."
Abstract This paper looks at the history of Dell Computers, from its beginnings to the present day, and examines how Michael Dell and Dell Computer Corporation have survived the competition and challenges of the computer industry while other computer companies have floundered. The paper includes a look at some of Michael Dell's personal traits, Dell Computer Corporation's direct model approach to doing business, how Dell Computer fares today, and Dell's global strategies.
From the Paper "Michael Dell has always been precocious and interested in advancing his knowledge. When he was an 8-year-old third grader, he wrote to a company that advertised he could ?earn his high school diploma by passing one simple test. The woman who came to administer the test was surprised when a child appeared wearing a red terry-cloth bathrobe (Maney, 1999).? This was just the beginning of one of the most successful computer companies today."
Abstract A highly competitive global economy makes companies remarkably pragmatic when it comes to both internal business processes and essential business services. They want these jobs done with world-class speed and efficiency, and they want them out of their hair so they can get on with the task of adding value in their fields of expertise. It is for this reason that IT outsourcing continues to grow in dollar volume, scope, and sophistication. The paper shows, however, this is not just an issue of corporate efficiency; it is an issue of misguided corporate greed. The paper shows that the cost savings accrued from the outsourcing of Information Technology overseas is marginal as compared to the long-term damage this trend will have on the national economy, as well as the bottom line of businesses that fail to take into account "the big picture".
From the Paper "Outsourcing is not a decision for the short term; rather, it is a commitment that is made for the long-term advantages that outsourcing provides. Over the contract term, the company's business, available technology and the competitive and regulatory environment may change dramatically. The vendor may or may not decide, as a part of running its business, to develop capabilities the company will need in the future. Therefore, this commitment involves great risk regarding loss of control that can potentially traumatize the organization or even the economy as a whole. However the motives for outsourcing can be extensive and persuasive."
Abstract This paper discusses the various advantages of outsourcing computer network security in an organization. It explains that companies outsource their network security in order to save money by obtaining the best security measures for the smallest amount of money. Secondly, companies to which security is outsourced specialize in the latest security measures and are, thus, able to provide the best security solutions. Finally, within a company, several political issues may influence the quality of security measures installed. Outsourcing security would eliminate the influence of battles within a corporation.
From the Paper "Because it is possible to connect to any computer in the world with increasing ease, it is also possible to threaten the security of these connections with increasing ease. Thus it makes sense to implement the best systems. This can be done only if the latest expertise is used. Of course computer knowledge increases rapidly every day. It is only when focusing on a specific aspect that an expert can hope to stay ahead of the increase of this vast body of knowledge. Thus, outsourcing allows specialized service from a company focusing solely on the aspect of network security, while computer experts within a company can focus their efforts towards other duties within the company itself."
Abstract Covers direct communication of businesses with consumers and B2C technology. Reviews three Web sites: Amazon.com, Nabisco, and Gateway Computer. Compares ease of use, marketing approaches, market segmentation targets, and technology.
From the Paper "There are several models for the conduct of e-commerce over the Internet and the World Wide Web (WWW). One of those models is B2C (business-to-consumer), which is not be confused with the better known B2B (business-to-business) model..."
Abstract This paper begins with a brief comparison of the events that led up to the American Industrial Revolution, parallel to the events in Britain. It then lists major inventions that occurred during the revolution and continues to survey the effects of the Industrial Revolution on American labor. The economic and social implications are also discussed.
From the Paper "Countless historical events and cultural impacts have influenced the future of the American culture and society since the period of the Industrial Revolution. Drastic changes were brought to men, transforming their ways of life into convenience and improvement through the advance discoveries of the geniuses of the past and the revolution of diverse industries. Without the era of the industrial revolution, our lifestyles today, in terms of the technology that we currently have, will not be as progressive as they are. Essentially, the industrial revolution had built the history of technology."
Abstract This paper addresses the sensitive and controversial issue of employee privacy versus the need of employers to monitor and control the Internet and computer usage of their employees. The paper addresses both the legal and moral issues surrounding this problem. It looks at techniques used by employers and also asks whether the problem can be solved at all.
From the Paper "Although computers have been commonplace in the workplace for several decades, the Internet has not. Today however, there are few companies, large or small, that do not have Internet access. This new technology has created ethical debates throughout the business world. Having Internet access allows employees to explore Web sites of personal interests and conduct personal correspondence by email while at work. Prior to this technology, an employer could generally tell if an employee was busy performing work tasks or loafing about reading a magazine. However, today it is not so easy. It is difficult for an employer to know whether a worker is gathering business data or checking out vacation spots. Rather than writing those quarterly reports, an employee may be involved in an on-line chat room. In response to this dilemma, employers have begun monitoring its employee computer usage. This has raised many questions concerning an employee right to privacy and an employer's right of security and production."
Abstract With all the many advances in technology, there will most likely be issues that will affect policing in the future. How will new technologies affect the individual police officer? Will he have input about what technology is used? What about the management of police agencies? How will they respond to the issues of civil liability in the future? How do technological advances affect the community itself? Will they embrace it or reject it? This paper addresses these questions and provides answers to them.
From the Paper "Police personal carry the utmost importance in departments, especially in larger departments. It seems now that everything now and way back when seems to be climbing gradually into the future. For the most part, larger departments appear to be tightening their grip on micromanagement. Supervisors are somewhat becoming ignorant to the fact of what their officers need."
Abstract This paper provides a brief overview of the "free flight" system of air traffic control and compares it with the present air traffic control system. The paper also describes the limitations of the current air traffic system and then goes on to explain how the 'free flight' system promises efficiency and profitability for the airline industry.
From the Paper "With more than 50,000 flights taking to the skies everyday the present US air traffic control system places increasing strain on the control room staff who have the responsibility of tracking, guiding and directing the pilots. Under the current system, the air traffic controllers resolve conflicts in airspace using radar signals and regulating traffic by means of adjusting the altitude and speed limit of the different flights. As James Coyne, president of the National Air Transportation Association, says, ?All of the information that flows to and from a pilot today in virtually all aircraft is done on a strictly single-voice channel, back and forth, with human beings actually saying all the words live. As anyone can imagine, that is an extremely inefficient way to convey data." [Jacques Leslie] Pilots are dependent upon the instructions from the control room to avoid conflicts and disaster in airspace. Once the aircraft is cleared by the departure controller and left the TRACON (terminal radar control) airspace, it is monitored enroute by the personnel in the ARTCC (Air Route Traffic Control Center) who continue to provide the pilots with the traffic, altitude and speed instructions. [Craig C. Freudenrich Ph.D] For most airways however, the stipulated altitude, route and speed restrictions do not contribute to optimal efficiency."
Tags: deregulation, satellite, technology, navigation, equipments, radars, aviation, communication
Abstract This paper argues gun control is a law that should exist to some extent, but that should not violate the right, as set out by the U.S. Constitution, to bear arms. It explains that there is no evidence proving that gun ownership increases the likelihood of any crime or accident if the gun is stored and used properly.
From the Paper "There exists a long-running debate concerning the question of whether owning a gun increases the likelihood of becoming a victim of crime, committing a crime that one would not otherwise have committed, or that household ownership of a gun increases the likelihood of death due to accident or suicide. Different studies have returned different findings and conclusions and it leaves one wondering exactly what the truth is and exactly what one should believe when contemplating possible gun purchase and household ownership of a gun."
Abstract This paper covers numerous ways that wireless technology can simplify health care. It shows that both doctors and patients can benefit from its use in hospitals and ambulances. It not only makes communication within medical facilities easier and faster, but more efficient as well. Patient convenience is increased, while physician stress is reduced. The paper shows that its use is also a cost-effective solution, requiring very little effort to install. An overall improvement to health care could be achieved through the use of wireless technology in the medical field.
From the Paper "Accuracy is also increased by the use of wireless networks. According to Samuel Greengard, hospitals that have adopted wireless networks have reduced errors by as much as fifty percent. Less errors, means less chance for malpractice suits and better quality of care for the patient. Hospitals are often among the last to adapt new technologies because they work in a high-risk field were errors could cost someone's life. But since this technology has been around long enough to prove its reliability, more hospitals should make the move to adopt this technology."
Abstract This paper compares various databases: Access, SQL, MS SQL Server 2000, Oracle, DB2 and MySQL. The paper describes each database system, explaining which language it uses, what application it is best used for, and compares it to the other databases covered in this paper. The paper presents the advantages of using one database system over another one from a financial and technological point of view.
From the Paper "Microsoft Office Access is a multi-user relational database management system. It is designed to allow user to quickly assemble, display, and share data with others while protecting the privacy of the data and ensuring to have full control over how the data is used and distributed. It makes use of visual design for queries, forms and reports for developing client-server database solutions. It is committed in offering integrated development environment, incremental compilation and interactive visual debugger, breakpoints and single step-through. Although the maximum database size is 1 GB, still database can include linked tables in other files and its total size is limited only by available storage capacity. The difference of Microsoft Access to other database is that it has a nice GUI that enables user to easily manage all information from a single database file. Within the file, user can use Tables for storing data, Queries for finding and retrieving data you want, Forms for view, add and update data within the table, Reports for analyzing or printing data and Data Access pages to view, update the database data."
