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Results 466 - 480 of 4948 » Computer and TechnologyReviews John Ellis' book about the history of the machine gun and the impact they have had on society. 1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 3 sources, 2002, $ 44.95 Analytical Essay # 31748 | details | Abstract In "The Social History of the Machine Gun", John Ellis shows the awesome impact that machine guns have had on civilisation and society. The creators and initial users, of the machine gun believed that their creation would end all wars, since it instituted a form of mutually assured destruction. They also believed it would bring about a certain amount of order to society, since unruly people would be put under control by elites that had exclusionary access to machine guns. But this reality did not materialise. Greater weapons were ultimately made, and these also failed to end war, just as they came up short in bringing about social control.
Describes the effect of the high-tech industry on Israel's economic development and some of its negative consequences. 1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 5 sources, 2002, $ 44.95 Essay (General) # 32644 | details | Abstract The High Tech industry has had a profound effect on the economic development of Israel. With more than 60% of the export based on the High Tech industry the government has taken Israel straight into the 21st century. This paper describes the effect of the high tech industry on the economy of Israel and the drawbacks that are slowing the industry down.
Tags: high, tech, israel
Looks at the way information technologies have changed and impacted the Indian market. 4,400 words (approx. 17.6 pages), 5 sources, 2002, $ 160.95 Essay (General) # 32665 | details | Abstract The Internet is changing how business does business by introducing entirely new channels for completing transactions and providing customer care. Web-based electronic commerce (e-com) has already enabled new competitors such as Amazon.com and eTrade to capture market share in the retail and financial services industries, and the travel business also has seen new, web-based alternatives appear. 18 pgs, bibliography lists 5 sources.
Tags: enabled, call, centers
This paper discusses the use of the internet and a human resource management tool to recruit employees. 3,400 words (approx. 13.6 pages), 11 sources, 2002, $ 124.95 Essay (General) # 33027 | details | Abstract This paper explores the pros and cons of human resource management using the Internet to search for employees. The author defines some of the pitfalls and looks at possible solutions.
This paper is a case study about designing a multi-threaded network. 650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 3 sources, 2002, $ 26.95 Abstract This paper presents a network description, maps out the equipment necessary and creates work orders. The author expands upon the concept of a multi-threaded network.
Examines the increased social problems created since it has become possible to gamble via the internet. 2,400 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 5 sources, 2002, $ 89.95 Essay (General) # 33847 | details | Abstract This essay discusses how gambling has finally entered the computer world. This new phenomenon has led to the potential of an increase in the social problem of gambling addiction. The government, therefore, is faced not only with a new regulation challenge, but also with the responsibility of trying to prevent and heal gambling addictions.
Tags: internet, gambling
An analysis of the issues relating to email privacy in the American workplace. 3,650 words (approx. 14.6 pages), 19 sources, 2002, $ 133.95 Essay (General) # 34419 | details | Abstract This paper focuses on the issues concerning employee email privacy in the workplace in the USA. With the rapid intrusion of electronic communication in our lives, protecting our online privacy has become a major source of contention in the offices today. Employers often feel that they have a right to snoop, by checking all incoming and outgoing emails in order to make sure that no important data is being leaked out. But more often than not, this results in total violation of employee privacy rights.
A look at the future of cellular phone technology. 1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 6 sources, 2002, $ 44.95 Essay (General) # 34892 | details | Abstract Thispaper explores the best ways in which cellular phone technology would evolve over the next ten years, and the importance the technology will have for society. The main change is toward greater equality.
Tags: SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY / TECHNOLOGIES AND SOCIETY, future cellular technology
A discussion of impact of electronic medical records on twenty-first century medical practice, 1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 5 sources, 2002, $ 44.95 Essay (General) # 34957 | details | Abstract This paper examines and analyzes how electronic medical records will revolutionize medical practice in the twenty-first century, and concludes that they will be of immense value to health care professionals and medical administrators.
An explanantion of LAN technology and specifically network switches. 1,900 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 10 sources, 2002, $ 71.95 Essay (General) # 36539 | details | Abstract This paper describes, with the use of diagrams, the field of Network Switches technology.
Tags: network, switches, lan
A description of fiber optics and the concept of the last mile. 1,900 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 6 sources, 2002, $ 71.95 Essay (General) # 36903 | details | Abstract This paper describes the innovation of fiber optics and the concept of the last mile.
Tags: last, fiber, optics
This paper discusses the various effects that the development of the airplane has had on society as a whole. 2,150 words (approx. 8.6 pages), 6 sources, 2002, $ 80.95 Essay (General) # 38515 | details | Abstract Specific examples are given and discussed briefly. The theme is that the development of aircraft as a whole is one of the most important developments of the twentieth century and its effects are so far reaching as to be second only to the development of the computer.
An overview of e-commerce. 2,400 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 8 sources, 2002, $ 89.95 Essay (General) # 38678 | details | Abstract This paper examines e-commerce. It outlines what e-commerce is and its extent. The details of establishing Web presence and e-commerce integration into the enterprise is outlined. It also considers the impact of e-commerce and its future development and expansion.
This paper examines online gambling. 2,650 words (approx. 10.6 pages), 11 sources, 2002, $ 97.95 Essay (General) # 38818 | details | Abstract It outlines how it differs from traditional gambling. This paper emphasizes the negative impacts of online gambling. It also considers ways to legislate to control online gambling.
Explores the scientific likelihood of time travel. 1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 5 sources, 2002, $ 44.95 Essay (General) # 39999 | details | Abstract This paper explores the topic of time travel and whether it is a realistic scientific possibility.
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