Abstract
This paper examines the role of the database administrator, why they are necessary in organizations and how a database administrator differs from a knowledge manager. The paper examines the various jobs and functions of database management in large organizations.

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"Few companies today are able to exist without an information technology department. Whether a large multinational conglomerate or a small retail establishment nearly all companies rely on computers to some degree. Some companies are highly dependent on computer systems while others use them only for accounting and related tasks. Every organization even the smallest company has at least one person whose job entails making sure that the computer system is up and running or at least knowing who to call when the computer system goes ..."

Tags:database administrator, database administration, knowledge manager

Abstract
This paper presents an in-depth discussion of current issues in database administration. In particular, the paper notes the importance of Database Management Systems (DBMS) and the role of the Database Administrator. The paper also discusses the challenges of database security, especially in light of breaches at the social network, Twitter. Additionally, the paper considers the areas of database backup and database recovery. According to the paper, each of these topic areas forms the foundation of a DBAs' many tasks in supporting an organization. The paper further notes the importance of databases in terms of managing strategic concerns relative to the value of data in an organization. Critical success factors essential for the development of effective database management systems including thorough systems analysis and design, the development of security and fault tolerance plans, and the development of change management programs are explored in detail. The paper concludes by addressing database recovery.

Outline:

Introduction
Database Management Systems
DBA Roles and Responsibilities
Database Design Considerations
Database Performance
Database Data Integrity and Availability
Database Security
Database Backup
Database Recovery

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"The evolution of databases from simple hierarchical structures to enterprise-wide DBMS platforms parallels their growth from being purely focused on IT tasks to being entirely focused on business and strategic processes and objectives. In order for this transition to occur, databases had to make the transition away from being purely hierarchical in design and adopt a more relational data structure that treated each data element as a logical, not necessarily, physical element of the database (Greene, 2008). In order for databases to become more aligned with the business needs of companies, the shift from hierarchical to relational and objective-based structures began decades ago and continues today. This allows for databases to be structured so they can also support logical table structures, records definitions and the defining of logical connections across multiple databases regardless of their location.
"Corresponding to the growth of relational databases is the increasing sophistication of data modeling (Geiger, 2009) and the continued growth of constraint-based modeling through constraint-based analysis and modeling..."

Tags:Database Management Systems, Database Administrator, database security, Twitter

Abstract
This paper considers major issues facing database administrators today, including privacy, networking, security, data storage, staff training and staff retention. It includes a technical description of these issues including firewalls protection, data warehousing, need for effective database administration, bounded and unbounded media.

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"It is difficult to imagine how most companies could operate without databases in today's business environment. Indeed most organizations whether private or public profit or non-profit depend on ..."

Tags:database administration, privacy, data storage, networking, security

Abstract
In today's information-rich society, database management is an ever-expanding and increasingly important field. This paper discusses databases, database management systems (DBMSs), and their importance in today's society. Additional topics include the need for security, concurrency, and control within database management, as well as the role of the database administrator.

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"A database can be defined as "a structure that can house information about multiple types of entities, the attributes of these entities, and the relationships among the entities" (St. Edward's University). Databases can contain a wide variety of information. For example, a university database may include information about students, courses and classrooms. Further, this university database may contain significant amounts of information about the relationships between these entities, such as student course enrollment, and the use of classrooms for courses (Ramakrishnan)."

Tags:security, control, administration

Abstract
Cybercrime - especially cybercrime involving identify theft - can be a terrifying experience. The following paper will explore this issue by focusing upon a notorious 2008 case involving Harvard University where the institution's prestigious Graduate School of Arts & Sciences' had its database hacked into by individuals apparently intent upon showing that the server's administration is incompetent at securing the site from outside threats. Over the next several pages, several items will be explored as far as the available information will allow: the initial response; the nature of the crime; the victim(s); the evidence gathering; the suspects; and how the crime was committed. The paper will then conclude with a brief step-by-step investigation of the crime. In the end, the most important lesson to be learned from all of this is that, without a strong preventive policy in place, such embarrassing - and potentially dangerous - situations are going to become and more frequent as computer and database hackers become more and more sophisticated and calculating.

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Cybercrime at Harvard: The 2008 Violation of the Graduate School of Arts & Sciences' Database Introduction Cybercrime - especially cybercrime involving identify theft - can be a terrifying experience. The following paper will explore this issue by focusing upon a notorious 2008 case involving Harvard University where the institution's prestigious Graduate School of Arts & Sciences' had its database hacked into by individuals apparently intent upon showing that the server's administration is incompetent at securing the site from outside threats. Over the next several pages, several items will be

Tags:school, graduate, database

Abstract
This paper presents a step by step guide for a hospital for implementing changes which will make the system run more smoothly, minimize wasted resources and be more cost-efficient. The program is laid out in five steps - 1. Amalgamate acquirement receiving with copy cataloging; 2. Combining complicated copy cataloging, copy-assisted cataloging, and some record maintenance; 3.Consolidating original monograph cataloging units; move responsibility for pub recall; 4.Digital initiative support and 5.Consolidate database management.

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"The objectives of this change plan are few and to the point. The need for this change arose when we felt the need for this new department due to the loss of work. In order to make the hospital a more manageable place and for its records to be easily available to doctors and nurses the following points must be taken in view. The flow of work as we lose staff through attrition, reassignment, retirement, etc. The staff has to be moved in a staff development direction, i.e., to broaden skills for future flexibility within and outside of the hospital."

Tags:cost, efficient, staff, medical, database, management, catalog, saving, skill, doctor, nurse, data, entry

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This paper stresses that businesses want the most cost efficient database that can still do a very good job; therefore, Microsoft Access is almost out of the question for large database needs because it slows down when it holds too much data and is best suited and made for small data needs. The author states that the most important criteria is budgetary constrains: Microsoft Access costs roughly $200 while Oracle Enterprise costs $40,000, Microsoft SQL Server enterprise costs $20,000 and DB2 is about $25,000. The paper relates that any database security plan should start with the server and network and provide prevention, detection, response, authentication, authorization, table access and auditing.

Table of Contents
Databases
Overview
List of Important Criteria When Choosing the Right Database
Reasons for These Criteria
Budget Criteria
Data Needs Criteria
Functionality Criteria
Security Criteria
Operating System Support Criteria
Business Model Criteria
Administration and Ease of Use Criteria
Federal Compliance Criteria
Upgrades/Modifications Criteria
Collaboration Criteria
Review

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"The data needs of the business are important when choosing the right DB. For instance, MS Access, although cheap, would be best suited for very small businesses or low data needs. On the other hand, large organizations with large data needs should use the industrial strength DBs like DB2 and Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server. DB2 and Oracle are better suited for the really large data needs. For example: MS Access can hold 2GB of data; SQL Server can hold 1,048,516 TB of data."

Tags:cost-efficient, small-business, security-plan, speed, function

Abstract
This paper gives a sample systems plan for a fitness center that wishes to improve its information and communications technology by purchasing hardware and software. The purpose of the plan is to enable The Fitness Center to obtain competitive advantage over other fitness clubs by providing a system to help members plan a fitness program to meet their particular needs. Specific jobs and teams are described as part of the plan, as are the various stages of implementation. The paper also includes a list of system development guidelines that are to be followed during the project. The paper concludes by mentioning that the plan has support from the staff at The Fitness Center and they intend to let the public know about the new system.

Outline:
Introduction
Purpose and Goal of the Fitness Center Information System
Roles and Responsibilities of the Fitness Center Information System
Roles and Responsibilities of the PMO and Project Team
Project Team Leader
Senior Developers
Developers
Quality Assurance Analyst
Database Administrator
Other Roles
Systems Development Methodology
The Fitness Center Information System (TFCIS) Project Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
Systems Investigation
Systems Analysis and Design
Systems Construction and Development
Systems Implementation, Review and Maintenance Schedule
Milestones and Activities
Systems Development Guidelines
Conclusion
Marketing Activities and Future Plans

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"In line with TFCIS Project, the management decided to create a Project Management Office (PMO) to be headed by the Director of Marketing acting as the Project Sponsor and he will assign one of his supervisors to act as the Project Manager. The roles and responsibilities of the PMO is to "provide project management support functions and is responsible for the direct management (Project Management Institute, Inc., 2004)" of the TFCIS Project. The Fitness Center hired the services of one of the city's top software development companies and the software development company directly reports to the PMO. To ensure understanding of roles, responsibilities and deliverables, the following are the software development company's Project Team's duties, responsibilities and deliverables...."

Tags:systems, administration, computers, fitness, center

Abstract
A career in computers is perceived today to be one of the most high-paying and respected opportunities for the new millennium. This paper briefly explores the different types of computer jobs available such as programming and database administration in order to show how a career in computers offers a wide range of opportunities and directions of specialization.

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"Financial compensation depends largely upon the level of education and skills, as well as seniority at the place of employment. In 2003 for example starting offers for persons with a master's degree in computer science was $62,806 on average per year, while those with a bachelor's degree were offered $47,109 (Bureau of Labor Statistics). A person seeking to enter the profession may begin to do so by means of internships, co-op programs and computer science training courses. Background information regarding industries within the focus location of a prospective computer career is also beneficial. This may be obtained by entering a non-computer occupation such as financial services in order to gain background information that can later be transferred to specific computer professions (Williams, Pers. Comm). '

Tags:database, administration, systems, analysis

Abstract
The writer gives details of available jobs in the high tech field and what level of education and expertise one must possess in order to find success in the growing field of computers and the internet. The writer shows how the skills necessary vary across the fields of design, database administrators and system administrators.

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"Web Designers are responsible for the layout and graphical design of Web pagers and training and certification is the next step for graphic artists who have published in print and in other media. This is also a path by which Web content managers can get the skills they need to design and create Web pages that meet an organizations corporate and marketing objectives."

Tags:internet, design, management, system, employment