Abstract A look at the limitations of artificial intelligence and how scientists are working towards creating the perfect android that will be confused with humans. The paper explains that while computers can be programmed to respond and react like human, they cannot cause themselves to do this on their own. This is the goal of scientists and their quest for pure artificial intelligence.
From the Paper "Human beings are not nearly the fastest or strongest creatures on the earth, yet they rule the planet. This is because of their intellect. They learn to farm, to hunt, and how to create and use tools. Their intellect, their ability to reason, is what separates humans from all other beings. Recently in the world of science, researchers have been trying to create computers that can reason, and in essence think for themselves. This ability in computers is called Artificial Intelligence, and is often referred to as A.I. "
This research paper presents a strategic audit of Compaq Computer Company, describing the internal situation of the company as well as the external factors shaping goals, strategy and implementation in the current business environment.
Abstract This paper discusses the company in terms of production and operations, with consideration to how marketing, finance, human relations and Information services contribute to the scenario. Also discussed is the company's need to remain competitive while integrating with Hewlett Packard following the merger of the two companies.
From the Paper "Compaq Computer Corporation was founded in 1982 by a group of disgruntled Texas Instrument employees who felt they could run a better company and make better products on their own. Led by Joseph "Rod" Canion, they set out to build personal computers and digital products compatible with the IBM industry-standard architecture which would be technologically superior to those available at the time.
Compaq quickly built a reputation in the personal computer market for providing powerful and reliable systems, setting standards the other, more established computer companies ended up following. Compaq experienced initial huge success and growth, becoming the first company in history to reach $2 billion in sales after only five years in business. Factors contributing to this achievement included an underlying young and dynamic digital culture, enabling Compaq was able to take advantage of the exponential market growth and high visibility of the industry through sales and serving of products such as desktop personal computers, laptops and notebook computers (?Managing,? 1988)."
Abstract This paper gives a short description of the different types of computer networks such as LAN and WAN and internet and intranet.
From the Paper "Many corporations have a need for their employees and/or clients to communicate privately via the Internet. In the past, to set up such a proprietary communication network, they would have to set up an extremely expensive, tailor-made database system that would generally not be accessible to external clients unless they were provided with software to access the database. Today, however, corporations can simply build a corporate intranet."
Tags: lan, wan, internet, intranet, firewall, business
A report showing the potential in the growth of online grocery stores and recommendations that a fictitious company, ABC Mart, should consider entering this market.
Abstract This paper is presented in the form of a business report to encourage ABC Mart to enter the market of online grocery stores, due to the growth of this market in recent years. The report covers the growing e-commerce industry, the growth in online grocery markets, and uses graphs to illustrate statistics.
From the Paper "According to a research study published by IDC, the online grocery spending is expected to grow significantly in the coming few years. The forecasts in the report have revealed that online grocery spending will be highest in the some major categories till 2004. These include the traditional grocery products, health and beauty products, prepared foods and convenience services. With the spread of Internet in the recent years, several new community spaces have proliferated online."
Tags: electronic, management, forecasts, Consumers, Dot, Com
Abstract This paper demonstrates how videoconferencing works including the components, proper protocol and bandwidth. The author explores the uses, advantages and disadvantages of videoconferencing in business especially to eliminate the need for unnecessary business travel. The author also explores the educational uses of videoconferencing especially in rural and foreign communities. Included in the paper is a break-even table for converting meetings to videoconferencing.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Video Conferencing
Components
Protocol
Bandwidth
Uses of Videoconferencing
Business Uses of Videoconferencing
Advantages of Videoconferencing in the Business Environment
Disadvantages of Videoconferencing in the Business Environment
Educational Uses of Video Conferencing
Challenges that Educators Face when Using Videoconferencing
Recent Problems Associated with Videoconferencing
Conclusion
From the Paper "In the academic environment videoconferencing is often used as a distance education technique. Videoconferencing often used to teach individuals in both urban and remote rural locations. There are several factors that influence the use of videoconferencing in an academic environment. Factors such as technology used, physical factors such as lighting and sound, as well as teaching strategies. It is widely accepted that presenting a successful module via videoconferencing requires a modified approach to teaching and learning ."
Abstract The paper takes an in-depth look at the right of privacy of the individual in the context of a rapidly developing technological society. It explores the definition of the concept of privacy, cites legal sources of privacy rights and deals with moral and ethical bases for the right to privacy. Informational privacy is studied in terms of e-commerce and information technology.
From the Paper "Rapid developments in technology have created many new ethical and legal issues . One of these is the issue of the right of privacy of the individual. Developments in the field of information technology have opened up new vistas like e-commerce, which have led to new ethical dilemmas and associated problems and there is a need for discussion and research o the se issues in order to arrive at solutions and enactment of laws, and statutes to deal with the problems."
Abstract This paper describes the steps required to implement a new computer system in a healthcare facility. The primary objective of the change management plan is to assure that the changes in procedures occur with as few problems as possible and that maximum efficiency is maintained in all phases of the implementation process. Once the new system is implemented, personnel will be required not only learn to use new software but will have to adapt to several hardware changes and will also have to learn many new procedures associated with the usage of the new system.
From the Paper "In civilian organizations, a phased approach would be the best method. However, in the case of VA, the information being exchanged is time sensitive and critical. It is essential that no data be lost or delayed. The fact that the old system and new system are not compatible and the size of the organization are a critical factor in the approach to the implementation and scope of these new procedures. Due to the compatibility issues and the extreme necessity of accurate and secure data transfer between facilities, the new system will go into place system-wide simultaneously."
Abstract The paper describes all the ills present in modern society and shows how high-technology can be used to right these problems. The paper continues by discussing how, despite the use of technology, society continues to be plagued by poverty and unhappiness. The paper then describes the world in Huxley's book "Brave New World" where technology has rearranged the world and men. The paper analyzes the book with the premise that technology exists to serve and help achieve the purpose of man, not to frustrate or replace it. The paper shows how the citizens of Huxley's New World are programmed to seek false happiness by searching for objectives and personal truths which make life meaningful. The paper concludes that personal responsibility and accountability is the only real solution to the world's ills.
From the Paper "In the New World, the conscience is stifled from birth, and should it show up in the form of unpleasant feelings of anxiety when a citizen breaks one of the universal laws pre-written in him, the soma is available to dull or stifle that moral twang or uneasiness in an instant. The erring person can feel "good" and moral within himself again. The soma is the New World's approach to the pain of conscience, not to the issue that brings pain to the conscience, and hence the sedation is as false as the entire principle of this New World."
Abstract The paper argues against the phenomenon of copy protection of CD"s, focusing on the technological inconveniences experienced by the CD buyer as a result of this protection. It studies the different technological methods used in copy protection and the disadvantages and inconveniences involved in employing these methods. It then moves on to the issue of media conglomerates" disregard for consumer interests and the infringement on the rights of the consumer. It takes a close look at American copyright protection laws and the controversy behind home recording rights. It concludes with a summary of the shortcomings of copy protection.
Outline
Introduction: "Four Charley Pride Fans" Anecdote
What is Copy Protection?
History
How It Works, and Doesn"t
Spy-Protection as Symptomatic in the Industry
Symptomatic of Disregard for Customers
Future Direction of the Problem
Legal Difficulties for Private Users/hackers
What the Law Says and Doesn"t
Right of Reproduction and Fair Use
Royalties from Recording Devices
What the Industry is Thinking
Appear to Lose Sales
Copying Actually Aids Sales
Misdirected Greed
Copy-proofing Is Useless
Ways to Get Around It
New Recording Devices Avoid It
These Discs are not actually CDs
Conclusion
From the Paper "Copy protection, the newest rage for sold-out record companies, causes CDs to only be playable by standard audio CD players, in order to keep them from being copied by the home music enthusiast. While this is supposed to help the companies make more money, it only does so by putting major impediments against the enjoyment of music by the people for which it is made."
Abstract This paper discusses three different areas of security problems which could arise in the Internet environment. The first issue described is that of hackers and the possible problems of using hackers to test security systems. The next issue examined is that of privacy and security. The writer outlines the differences between the business world's opinion of privacy on the internet and that of a private person. The paper concludes with a brief look at viruses and the havoc they can and do cause the online environment.
From the Paper "Internet security has been a buzz issue for awhile now. It seems that every five minutes, a new company is coming out with software that will protect the personal computer, protect the corporate databases, protect children, etc. Internet security is very important, there is a lot of very sensitive information on computers around the globe. The hacker is the threat, and software is the solution. However, certain steps are taken to ensure that the Business doesn?t become the victim of a hacker. One of the methods used in ensuring that the software stays ahead of the hacker is by actually hiring professional hackers to try to beat the software. This method is used frequently, especially in mystery movies, when an insurance firm or a museum, or some such is testing out a security system."
Abstract The paper describes the relationships between the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act of 1986 and the Codes of Conduct and Good Practice for Certified Computer Professionals as published by the ICCP.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Application of Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (1986) and ICCP Codes of Conduct and Good Practice
Violations of Proper Codes of Conduct
Computer Crime Prevention Techniques
Conclusion
Appendix A (Sample Organizational Security Plan)
References
From the Paper "It is estimated that as much as 90% of computer crime is unreported because businesses do not wish to make known the vulnerability it extends to customers, suppliers, and stockholders. A major concern is the threat of intrusion by employees, competitors, and others. The concern is that individuals may gain access to computer facilities, systems, software, and data to commit a variety of computer crimes, such as stealing data; damaging or vandalizing hardware, software, or data; using computer software illegally; or committing fraud."
Tags: crime, good, hacking, practice, password, Internet
Abstract A router is used to manage network traffic and to find the best route for packets to be sent. This paper discusses the algorithms available in order to find the best route to destination for these packets in the network environment. The two main algorithms are "Global routing algorithms" and "Decentralized routing algorithms". The paper evaluates in detail these two methodologies together with their bottlenecks and illustrates examples with diagrams, graphs, tables and code.
From the Paper "In this step, routers should choose the best route for packets to every node. They do it by using an algorithm such as "Dijkstra Shortest Path Algorithm?. In this algorithm, router, based on information that has been collected from other routers, build a graph of network. This graph shows the location of routers in network and their links. Also every link will be labeled with a number that is called weight of link and is also known as cost of link. This number is a function of delay time, average traffic and sometimes simply, it is the number of hops between nodes. For example if there were two links between a node to destination, the router chooses the link with the least weight."
From the Paper "This paper takes the position that it is not in the best interests of the public for the government to shut down Napster. The company, which was founded last year, is one of the Internet's fastest-growing Web sites and enables users to find and trade songs between computers, free of charge. In December 1999, Napster was sued by major record companies which contended that the company was contributing to copyright infringement. Napster should be allowed to continue its free service for the following reasons:
1. The Napster concept is cutting edge technology; its high powered connections are fast, easy and convenient. The Napster concept could revolutionize infotech and energize the PC industry.
2. Napster technology can help everyone involved in music.."
From the Paper "This research will examine distinctions between database management systems and information systems, two terms that are often used interchangeably. The plan of the research will be to set forth working definitions of the terms and then explain the differences in ways that might help organization executives understand introduction of information technology in the workplace, including precautions that should be observed in the design, engineering, installation, and management of the technology.
The term information system (IS), or information management system, refers to a computer technology-driven architecture around which use of data-processing equipment and software programs are organized. Configuration, or the method of organization, of the information system is designed to enable users..."
From the Paper "It is probable to assume that one day in the near future, much of the world's electricity will be generated by solar energy. Sunlight is decidedly advantageous over fossil fuels as an energy source in three significant ways; it is abundant, long-lasting, and nonpolluting. However, today the primary challenge with solar energy hinges upon cost effectiveness. Until solar energy can be made economical for businesses and private citizens, other fuel sources will retain the inside track that they have held for centuries.
Fortunately, solar energy technology has made great strides in recent years, culminating in buildings such as the Four Times Square Building in New York City- a building which is its own freestanding, environmentally friendly electric utility. Photovoltaic panels, gas fired absorption H-vac systems..."
