Abstract This paper analyzes the V-Chip technology from a public policy point of view, with focus on its impact on juvenile crime. The paper opens by describing how juvenile crime is on the rise and how many feel there is a link between television violence and juvenile crime. The author then discusses how and why the V-Chip was developed as part of a public policy allowing parents to control access to television programs by their children. The paper then shifts to an evaluation of the technology, why it hasn't been successful, and why it's not a good public policy to be mandated by the government. The author closes by offering some suggestions as to how juvenile crime can be reduced by treating the underlying causes.
Abstract This paper examines one of the most controversial steps in curtailing violence on television, the V chip. It discusses whether or not V chip technology provides a good way of reducing the exposure of children and teens to violence on television. The first part of the paper describes how V chip technology works, which is by blocking out graphic violence and language on television. The paper then explores the opposition to V Chip legislation and technology, both from a liberal and a conservative standpoint. In the conclusion, the paper addresses the various concerns that opponents have raised against V chip legislation. It states that, although the V chip is not a cure-all, it provides an effective step in reducing the exposure of children and minors to violence on television.
From the Paper "In 1996, then President Bill Clinton signed into law a requirement that all new television sets should be equipped with the V chip. This silicone wafer would allow viewers to block programs deemed explicit or offensive simply by punching a key into their remote control pads (Rolfe). This would allow parents to regulate programs based on content, particularly violence, sex and profanity. In its evaluation of almost 10,000 hours of broadcast programming from 1995 to 1997, the National Television Violence Study found that 61 percent of television programs portrayed acts of violence. Most of this violence was glamorized, committed by characters that are otherwise presented as positive role models. While many of the violent acts that would cause serious harm or death in real life, the programs neutralize these lethal effects through the lack of painful effects or through humor (Center for Communication and Social Policy 8)."
Abstract This paper looks at the exporter concentrating on China with the focus to export semiconductor chip. This paper looks at the need to analyze several aspects of finance before the company can actually start it with.
Abstract This paper outlines a comprehensive occupational health and safety program for a fish and chip shop. In the form of a report it identifies program elements such as workplace analysis; accident and record log analysis; hazard prevention and control; and, safety and health training.
Abstract This paper discusses the problem of children being exposed on television to massive amounts of violence, sex, drugs, adult language and inappropriate ideas. The author points out that self-policing by the entertainment industry and software locks on set-top boxes have yielded very few results. The paper examines the origin of the v-chip that physically prevents viewing, its role in the popular culture, the technology, and why it has not been successful. The author concludes that, unless a v-chip can be made that operates on some sort of personal or biometric recognition system, children will continue to act out what they see on television to the detriment of themselves and society. Personal policing is the only reliable course of action.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
History
Censorship
V-Chip Significance / Meaning of Censorship
Success of V-Chip Statement of Purpose
History of Media Censorship
Definition
History
Non-V-Chip Methods
Legislative
Link between Television Violence and Juvenile Crime
Levels of Violence Shown on TV
Link between Juvenile Crime and Exposure to Violence
Link between Juvenile Crime and TV
Public Policy that Led to V-Chip National Campaigns
Legislation
Attempts to Get Industry to Self-Regulate
Relative Success of the V-Chip Technological Aspects
How Vchip Works
Industrial Adoption
Actual Effectiveness
Cultural Adoption
Public Policy Effectiveness
Has Public Policy Paid Off?
Has the V-Chip and Other Methods Actually Changed Society?
Reduction of Juvenile Crime
Underlying Causes
Effects of Reduction
Secondary Effects
From the Paper "Ratings, however, are simply not an effective deterrent. The determined child can simply keep his eyes open and watch as people kill each other on the screen. Ratings do not prevent actual viewing and it is viewing violence that creates violence. Therefore, the only course of action remaining, apparently, is to actually prevent children from watching particularly violent television shows. There are two basic ways to accomplish this that the broadcasting industry has agreed to participate in. First there is the "windowing" of television."
Tags: link in-home, rating system, self-policing code
A look at the differences between biotechnology companies, blue chip companies, and Silicon Valley computer companies in terms of their organization and workforce.
1,827 words (approx. 7.3 pages), 10 sources, 2000, $ 58.95
Abstract Biotechnology is one of the fastest growing fields in the world. This is evident by how interested the stock market has become in any company that deals in this field. Biotechnology firms have a different organizational culture than companies that are traditional ?Blue Chips.? They are also different from "Silicon Valley" companies because a majority of the employees at biotechnology firms are scientists. Biotechs differ from ?Blue Chip? companies because most of the ?Blue Chip? employees are in strictly business-related fields, such as finance or marketing. Biotechnology firms are different from "Silicon Valley" companies because their employees are mostly computer programmers. This paper will discuss these differences by using Human Genome Sciences as the example.
A Brief overview of biotechnology
Why Biotechnology Firms are Different
An Overview of Human Genome Sciences
Organizational Culture in other Industries
The Culture of Human Genome Sciences
Abstract Intel microprocessing chips were first introduced in 1971. Since then, they have revolutionized not just the computer industry, but also the economic and the social spheres of the world. This change is like the making of an airplane; it is great. Productivity around the world has increased and people's lives have been affected due the advent of the Intel microprocessing chips. Many companies have followed Intel's lead and progress in this field continues to this day.
Abstract This paper discusses the recent phenomenon of Western businesses seeking a way to enter and benefit from the huge market inside China. It also discusses the warnings that are being presented by other businesses about certain dangers in entering the Chinese market. The paper presents the case of the car business and how it has enabled various Western companies to enter China, using a Chinese company, Shanghai Auto, as a partner. It then analyzes the case of Intel as a company producing computer chips for use in China and the concern that a Chinese company may someday produce a chip that would rival Intel.
From the Paper "However, competition is increasing, first from established companies like Advanced Micro Devices. It is also likely that Chinese chip makers will enter the market soon and compete with Intel directly. This is a greater threat in a country where there is no protection for intellectual property. Vogelstein discusses the size and scope of the marketing effort in China, and he also describes specific plants and companies that are involved in this process and considers how they are doing now and how they might be affected if Chinese companies gain a foothold in the same industry. In areas such as Chengdu, Intel has invested where the government asked it to do so, and Intel ahs gained greatly by this move. Growth in the Chinese market is already at a faster pace than in the U.S. market, so Intel may continue to do well even if more competition enters the field, at least for a period of time. The outcome in the longer view might be very different. In addition to chips for computes, Intel is expected to do well with chips for cell phones and similar devices, and Chinese companies are expected to do well in this area also, with China focusing on producing more and more engineers each year to take on this task. Some analysts see a greater potential for Chinese companies and believe that Western companies will lose out in the end, with China staling the intellectual property involved just as has happened with other Western products."
Abstract This paper gives a brief overview of the history of both Intel and AMD (Advanced Micro Devices) and their position in the world markets. Both companies compete extensively trying to sell their products, not only in the United States but also all around the world. They are currently spending an enormous amount of money in the research and development arena to provide computer users with newer and more sophisticated products. This paper compares their main products, the AMD Athlon and the Intel Pentium chip based on a few standard benchmark measurements common in the microchip industry.
From the Paper "Robert Noyce, Andrew S. Grove and Gordon Moore founded Intel in 1968 to build semiconductor memory products.(LaPedus, 2001) The company's net revenues in 2001 were estimated at $26.5 billion. Intel is a publicly traded company with the stock symbol ?INTC.? (Market, 2002) It also consistently makes the Fortune500 list. Intel developed and introduced the world's first microprocessor in 1971. Today, Intel supplies the computing and communications industries with chips, motherboards, and systems? and software building blocks that are the basic components of computers, servers, and network and communications products. Intel has 12 fabrication facilities, and 12 assembly and test facilities worldwide."
Abstract The writer looks closely at the thematic similarity between the two films. The paper looks into the popularity of these films, including professional reviewer's opinions of the movies.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
The Coach
The Big Game
Key Players
Outside Pressures
Professional Reviews
From the Paper "In Blue Chips, there are four key players we are involved with as viewers. First, we are introduced to the star senior, Tony who is played by Anthony C. Hall. He is the classic stereotype player who has trouble with his academics; after all, "you do more than watch television" in TV class. The next three key players are all new recruits Coach Bell is trying to acquire for the team. Butch (Anfernee 'Penny' Hardaway) and Ricky (Matt Nover) are high school seniors. Butch is actively looking to be recruited and his mother has a list of demands as payment for his letter of intent. Ricky, the farm boy, isn"t sure if he want to go to college, but he's willing to go for the right reasons; girls and fame. Neon, the third recruit, never actually finished high school, but is very intelligent. We see this when he scores high enough on his GRE to be admitted to college without a high school diploma. Neon doesn"t have any demands for recruitment; his main concern is whether or not he's happy in college. The players come together as a winning team, but it is an empty, unmoral win to Coach Bell."
Tags: popularity, sports, dignity, academics, team
Abstract This paper pertains to the subject of Information Technology and describes the process of manufacturing microprocessors (micro chips). The paper defines the microprocessor, its classification and its various uses and then goes on to describe the complex process involved in its manufacturing.
Abstract Comparisons of the main characters' coaching styles, analysis of each films' big game, introductions of the key players and reviews of the outside pressures for each team are conducted. Plot overviews and professional reviews are also included.
Abstract This paper analyzes the tremendous impact and the immense contribution of the science of magnetism in the technological arena. It begins by introducing the concept of magnetism and then discusses how it applies to nuclear magnetic resonance. It then discusses performing in-vivo studies and magnetoencephalography (MEG). It finally discusses how the technology is used in magnetic storage and magnetic chips.
From the Paper "This era is characterized by the rapid advancements made in technology and the remarkable breakthroughs in every frontier of science have dramatically altered our lives. The phenomenon of magnetism in particular has made a great contribution in this technological revolution. The electron microscope, which is based on principle of magnetism, was one of the important and earliest scientific achievements (1930) which broke the barriers in the study of cell biology. Extensive research and development in the field has deepened our understanding of magnetic science and today we are better equipped than ever before to harness the power of magnetism. The application of magnetism is diverse and extends to almost all fields of science right from critical medical diagnosis to space engineering and information technology."
Abstract This paper aims to provide information on the history of microprocessor from the time it was developed up to the present time. Along with its history, this paper discusses the diverse functionalities the microprocessor serves in the development of state-of-the-art electronic machines and how it contributed to the revolution in computer technology.
Outline
Abstract
Introduction
What is a Microprocessor?
Intel 4004 ? The First Single Chip Microprocessor
The Intel Family
Other Microprocessor Families
From the Paper "Before the microprocessor was invented, a computer used to fill an entire room due to the large size of computer parts and components. Before, to computer users, size does not matter. A computer used to be a very expensive machine that only few was able to afford it. This includes several government labs, research universities, and large corporations (Taylor, 1997). In 1964, silicon chip was invented. This chip integrates and miniaturizes the electronic circuitry of a computer. It was from this silicon chip that an engineer from Intel started to develop the first computer microprocessor that changed the way things used to be in computers."
