From $550 million to $2 billion is the range estimate analysts say computer crime and losses cost the business world at present. More specifically, computer crime is known as Hacking and those that perpetrate it, Hackers. At present, computer crime ranges from a sophisticated level able to breach high level government security computer systems to the more common 17 year old wealthy males who comprise the majority of the low-end Hacker crime group. This paper will discuss the types of equipment and special skills required to be a computer Hacker. In addition, the type of people most likely to become computer Hackers and the rewards they experience from doing so will also be analyzed. The ..."
A look at the theory and practice of technology in public relations, including types, functions, effects and innovations (videoconferencing, direct mail and computer sales).
2,250 words (approx. 9 pages), 5 sources, 1993, $ 79.95
From the Paper " Leadership style has been shown to be a major factor in the effectiveness of the organization, and different leadership styles are sometimes more effective in different situations. DuBrin, Ireland, and Williams (1989) note that effective organizational leaders are generally consistent in the way they try to influence the behavior of group members, with this consistent pattern of behavior being the leadership style of a given manager. The behavior of most managers is too complex to be described by a single style, and a manager may modify his or her style to match a given situation. Different approaches have been used to try to categorize leadership style, using different terms and different criteria for analyzing the issue.
The classical method of classifying leadership styles is based on a continuum of authority exerted by the leader. The..."
From the Paper "Any organization must decide whether it wants to have a centralized or decentralized operation with regard to its management information system. If a manual system is used, some functions may centralized through the use of a single accounting department which prepares and distributes financial statements and other data. However, other functions may be largely decentralized and prepared by the individual departments. This can include sales forecasts and projections, human resource requirements and expenditures and estimates of overhead costs. The initial introduction of an automated system into a manual environment provides the opportunity to centralize resources that were previously decentralized, but this decision must be carefully made. In many cases, organizations will opt to have neither a totally..."
From the Paper " Computer Software Piracy, Racking, and Federal Law
This paper will discuss current Federal law relating to software piracy and hacking. The section on piracy will concentrate on Federal copyright laws and how they are applied to combat software piracy. It should be noted that the copyrightability of all aspects of software has not yet been firmly established by the copyright laws, although the 1980 amendments to the Copyright Act of 1976 did explicitly include certain aspects of software within the Act's protection. Federal court cases remain divided as to the extent of protection afforded to software. Similarly, the laws concerning hacking are not all-inclusive, primarily because there is some confusion as to whether certain types of hacking, particularly the simple accessing of certain computers, constitute crimes."
From the Paper "Organizational communication has been a topic of interest to business professionals for some time. Communication can be as informal as talk around a water cooler, or as formal as written memoranda. Oral and written communication are part of organizational communication, which can cross horizontal and vertical boundaries in a company. This research examines a new trend in organizational communication, and one which integrates new technology with communication: electronic mail. Ostensibly a tool designed to enhance productivity, companies are finding that electronic mail (e-mail) provides more communication options than ever before, with more ramifications for those trying to control or evaluate communications systems."
Electronic mail is a device originally used by companies to communicate internally. E-mail requires computer connections, and i
This paper discusses computer hacking: Types, laws and penalties, personalities, impact on society, security measures, vulnerable systems, right to privacy, costs and future.
2,475 words (approx. 9.9 pages), 13 sources, 1994, $ 87.95
From the Paper "As computer technologies have come into widespread use, computer related crime has emerged as a major problem for society. The costs of these crimes are inestimable. In the past, hacking and cracking behaviors were typically engaged in by mischievous youths. At one time, hackers who cooperated with the authorities received mild treatment. More recently, however, attitudes have begun to change. In response to the increasing prevalence and severity of computer-related crimes, new statutes have been enacted. These laws give authorities the power to respond effectively to hacker attacks. By shifting the emphasis away from the specific monetary damages inflicted by such crime and considering its larger implications, the new laws will result in stiff fines and jail sentences for convicted offenders."
From the Paper "The computer age has brought with it significant improvements in communications and processing within the business world. Where once large numbers of individuals were required to transact everyday business, desktop computers, workstations and networks have now taken over much of this activity. The end result is that productivity has increased, the amount of paperwork has decreased, the effectiveness of staff members has been driven up, and companies are able to perform complicated tasks with a minimum staff. That, at least, is the scenario when the computer system is working well. When the computer system goes down, productivity plummets; in the event of a catastrophic event, some companies may never recover. This research considers the effect that disasters can have on computer systems, and what steps companies can take to plan for recovering from a disaster of ... "
From the Paper "Car Safety
Introduction
The intent in this paper is to discuss some of the current safety features of automobiles. Some of these are standards, such as safety belts, while others are on the leading edge of electronic technology.
Customary Features
Some of the features that people have become accustomed to having on their cars are some of the most useful in enhancing safety. For example, seat belts are probably the single most useful safety feature, as long as they are used. Features that were innovative in their time, like seat belts, and air bags, have played a substantial part in lowering death rates from such things ..."
Examines the use of artificial intelligence technology in diagnosis and treatment, problems, training, asthma control, legalities and health care reform.
2,250 words (approx. 9 pages), 8 sources, 1995, $ 79.95
From the Paper "Introduction
Computers have the ability to store, manipulate and retrieve vast amounts of information; certainly much more information than any one individual could have access to in the same amount of time. For years, computers were used primarily to manipulate numerical data; qualitative work was left to human users to interpret and reach. In recent years, advances in technology and the ability to build on the computer's primary strength in simple binary (yes/no) logic has led to the development of artificial intelligence, or expert, systems. These systems seek to imitate decision making as performed by humans, and by doing so, assist humans in their everyday work. Such systems are now common in business, and are being tested for use in other fields, such as engineering and in the medical profession. This research examines the use of expert ..."
Abstract This paper discusses the American public's concern over consumer privacy on the internet. The paper examines the heightened focus over consumer privacy as opposed to security, post September 11th, and emphasizes that this is an issue that has impacted American businesses who are faced with the task of reassuring customers that their privacy will be protected. A number of technological products for privacy protection are also described.
From the Paper "Privacy has always been a long-standing concern of the American public. This concern has recently got even more accentuated post the advent and rapid growth of computer technology: ? In 1999, a Business Week/Harris poll"reveals that almost two-thirds of non-Internet users would be more likely to use the net if the privacy of their personal information and communications were protected" (CDT's guide to online privacy). In 1998, 31% of consumers stated that they are very concerned that a company would use personal information to send unwanted information back to them. This figure increased by 33% when the same question was posed in 2000. The terrorist attacks of September 11th brought privacy issues even more into the spotlight in the aftermath of the shock and trauma experienced by American citizens, shifting concern over privacy issues to security ones (Audit News, Spring 2002)."
Abstract This paper aims to prove that the U.S. government should not regulate the Internet. It shows how the government has used a number of reasons to support its quest for regulation, such as protecting children, yet it has ignored the fact that there are other methods to control harmful and illegal material online without hindering the Internet's growth and capabilities. It examines how the Internet is currently a major example of the First Amendment: freedom of speech and how on the Internet, people can say whatever they want without consequence. It attempts to assess how it would be impossible for any single government or nation to completely regulate the internet, because by nature, the Internet is resistant to control and regulation.
From the Paper "The government claims that the Internet should be regulated because pornographic and hate sites need to be controlled. However, these sites are only a very small part of the Internet. In addition, there are already existing laws throughout the world that regulate these sites, enabling authorities to track, investigate, arrest and convict parties engaging in illegal Internet activities, including credit fraud, hacking, pedophilia and more (117).
Government regulation, such as blocking Web sites from harmful or illegal content is a drastic and unnecessary measure that does solve the problems presented by the Internet. Even if the regulation were successful, it would be impossible to solve the problem of sites outside the U.S. The government still continue to argues that this regulation is necessary, particularly to protect the children."
Abstract This paper considers the ways in which technology and innovation have challenged the music industry, with an economic perspective in mind, drawing on current articles and supports. In particular, it looks at the move from the LP to the CD and more recently, the innovation of MP3 technology which has forced the industry to make swift choices about marketing strategies. It evaluates the legal aspects of downloading free music from the internet and copyright violations through examples of lawsuits.
From the Paper "Even though bootlegged copies of popular albums had been available for decades, the poor quality of these products limited this impact on the music industry. But the emergence of the MP3 changed not only the way that consumers accessed product, but also the way that artists and their labels contemplated their business. The quality of the product offered by MP3 technology rivaled the CD market, leaving little room for consumer discretion in this regard."
Abstract This paper examines how children these days spend more time watching TV or playing video games than any other activity save sleeping and how most studies so far indicate that video games can have both positive and negative effects on children, depending on the time spent in the activity and the type of video games played. It details these affects such as giving the child a good introduction to the use of computers and stress relief as well as the promotion of violence and the increase of obesity and weight problems through inactivity. It concludes with recommendations for parental intervention and the social responsibility of the manufacturers in order to control these phenomena.
From the Paper "Scientists have studied the physiological response of playing violent video games on people by measuring such responses as the heart rate and the galvanic skin response (the electrical activity on the skin). The studies show that the responses vary according to the content of the games?the more violent games tend to produce a response similar to an adrenaline rush and the reactions were more pronounced in the adolescent males. (Clements). The research also shows that the players of violent games quickly get de-sensitized to the degree of violence. This "de-sensitization" has more than one disturbing aspect to it. "
Abstract This paper examines how cell phones and personal digital assistants PDAs have skyrocketed and are now quite common and viewed as a "must have" by numerous individuals. It shows how as technology has advanced, the size and features of cell phones and PDAs has also advanced, to the point where cell phones and PDAs have many functions that were once the exclusive domain of facsimiles and personal computers. It provides a brief history of the development of both gadgets and outlines their main functions and discusses current advancements as well as what the future holds for them.
From the Paper "In 1994, the FCC declared it was allocating spectrum specifically for PCS technologies at the 1,900 MHz band. These new digital wireless standards are currently still being used in PCS. With these technological advances, the marketing of cell phones shifted from high volume business users who were largely unconcerned with cost to the general public who was cost conscious and lobbied for a higher quality of service and more features. In 2001, Ericsson launched its color-screened T69 in Europe; by 2002, Sprint PCS, Motorola, Nextel, and other major cell phone manufacturers released their own versions of color-screen cell phones among much fanfare. "
Tags: computers, facsimiles, technology, wireless, communication
Abstract This research paper argues that the U.S. government should not regulate the Internet. One important reason is that it would go against the nations? right to freedom of speech. The government has used a number of reasons to support its quest for regulation, such as protecting children, yet it has ignored the fact that there are other methods to control harmful and illegal material online without hindering the Internet's growth and capabilities. This paper shows that it would be impossible for any single government or nation to completely regulate the Internet, because by nature, the internet is resistant to control and regulation.
From the Paper "The government claims that the Internet should be regulated because pornographic and hate sites need to be controlled. However, these sites are only a very small part of the Internet. In addition, there are already existing laws throughout the world that regulate these sites, enabling authorities to track, investigate, arrest and convict parties engaging in illegal Internet activities, including credit fraud, hacking, pedophilia and more (117). Government regulation, such as blocking Web sites from harmful or illegal content is a drastic and unnecessary measure that does solve the problems presented by the Internet. Even if the regulation were successful, it would be impossible to solve the problem of sites outside the U.S. The government still continue to argues that this regulation is necessary, particularly to protect the children."
