Abstract In today's environment of increasing globalization electronic banking, otherwise known as commerce or EFT, has become a daily life activity in our computer savvy society. Notions of banking and finance have changed over the last few decades particularly at the personal level with the increasing use of personal computers and online services. Strengthened Internet protocol and user friendly software have allowed for an increase in virtual banking and a decrease of paper records, files and documents against a backdrop of consumer concerns about compromised safety. Given this current environment of global electronic banking, this paper considers whether today's electronic banking is sufficiently secure enough to deal with large cash flows for people and companies.
Abstract The paper relates that computer technology evolved from large mainframe computers, programmed with punch cards and
occupying entire rooms, to desktop computers, portable laptops etc.. Processing power has increased exponentially, and microchip technology now enables watches and toys, to surpass the computing power of the computers that NASA used for the Apollo program. This rate of progress will continue, with processing power increasing steadily, reaching the limit of microchip technology. The paper highlights the threats to computer networks and elaborates on them. It also comments that in spite of all this progress in technology, persons employed in the industry are sometimes not aware of the consequences of failing to safeguard the information in a manner commensurate with its value and the risks associated with its unauthorized disclosure.
Outline:
External Threats to Electronic Healthcare Information
Internal Threats to Electronic Healthcare Information
Physical Loss of Electronic Healthcare Information
Conclusion
From the Paper "In 1995, the World Wide Web launched the modern era of electronic
communications, and with it, the need to secure sensitive data to multiple forms of theft and unauthorized access. Shortly thereafter, with health insurance fraud, identity theft, and white-collar crimes against business organizations like mortgage fraud at the top of
the list of growing crimes by the last decade of the 20th century, federal legislation went to effect in 1996 in the form of the Health Insurance Portability Act (HIPAA) that, as part of its comprehensive administration of employment health insurance benefits, also tightened measures to maintain the privacy of patient information throughout the healthcare system. "
Abstract This Paper examines the growth and role of the Electronic Media in the United States, from the introduction of the telegraph to Radio and eventually to over twelve forms of electronic media that currently exist today. Their theories and impact are also examined.
Abstract This paper critically analyzes the use of the electronic health care record in nursing practice. The author examines the requirements as well as the benefits, challenges, pitfalls and future of an electronic health care record system.
Tags: NURSING, HEALTHCARE, electronic health records
Abstract This paper reviews various types of electronic privacy issues including workplace monitoring, medical databases and the Internet issues. The author explains legal and constitutional issues. The paper explains the risks in monitoring employees and problems of endangerment of the right to privacy.
From the Paper "While the government business and healthcare industries have touted the benefits of being able to combine multiple databases and provide better service to customers and stakeholders, concerns have arisen that ..."
Tags:electronic privacy, internet privacy, privacy, electronic monitoring
Abstract This paper explains that Electronic Arts wants to be larger that the Walt Disney Company as an entertainment company. The author analyzes Electronic Arts industry by using five forces analysis and SWOT analysis. The paper creates alternative strategies and recommendations
From the Paper "Electronic Arts needs to find a way to ensure that its current success in the marketplace continues and accelerates. Its goal is to one day be larger that the Walt Disney Company as an entertainment company. Electronic Arts develops markets, publishes and distributes interactive software games that are playable by consumers using home video-game machines such as the PlayStation or Microsoft Xbox, personal computers hand-held game machines or over the Internet. EA invests in the creation of state-of-the-art software tools that we use in product development ..."
Tags: Case study, electronic arts, business conditions, competition, risk factors, swot, questions and answers
Abstract This paper considers the challenges of online contracts and the Federal Electronic Signature Act of 2000. It provides a description of the Act, looks at the advantages of using the Internet and the problem of verifying signatures and identity.
From the Paper "Electronic commerce barely existed ten years ago. Since that time however companies have recognized the significant advantage that the Internet offers in terms of reaching customers managing their supply chains and implementing just-in-time inventory management systems. However the issue of electronic contracts has been difficult from the beginning of electronic commerce. There are many types of electronic contracts that exist on the Internet including credit card agreements leasing agreements and traditional contracts entered into ..."
Tags:ELECTRONIC SIGNATURES IN GLOBAL AND NATIONAL COMMERCE ACT, federal electronic signature act, FESA, e-sign act, e-commerce
Abstract In this article the writer studies conflicting opinions on whether an "electronic Pearl Harbor" is a real threat to computer usage. The writer examines the issue of computer security. The overstatement of computer viruses is examined in this paper. The writer concludes that an 'electronic Pearl Harbor' attack is unlikely.
From the Paper "When Pearl Harbor was bombed, the enemy's trump card was the element of surprise. That added to the heinous nature of the vicious attack on a peaceful harbor raised the ire of millions around the world. The enemy was subsequently soundly defeated but the fear instilled in the hearts of many by that surprise vicious attack has never been completely erased. The possibility of another Pearl Harbor has never been far from their thoughts. In 'Alvin and Heidi' Toffler wrote ... "
Tags:electronic Pearl Harbor, cyber war, computer virus
Abstract This paper takes a look at the influence that electronics have had on the development of the diesel engine. According to this paper, it is the development and efficiency of the electronic diesel engine that has helped the diesel engine remain popular.
From the Paper "The history of the electronic diesel engine is really the history of the development of the diesel engine as engineers and scientists have continued to push the late 19th century invention towards higher efficiency and reduced emissions. The electronic element of the diesel is a relatively recent addition of late 20th century technology that permits diesel engines to operate more efficiently under a wider range of environmental conditions. This has helped the diesel engine remain in use despite popular opinion that it is an outdated variation of the internal combustion engine. In fact, electronic diesel engines have become so efficient that many have begun once more to consider the electronic diesel engine as an "alternative" technology for the future of transportation (Doherty 47). To understand the history of the electronic diesel engine, we must travel back to the beginning of the diesel engine itself."
Abstract The public library has together with the public museum and art gallery performed a critical role in modern democracy as a palace of enlightenment that theoretically provides all citizens with the information necessary to develop informed opinions and play the politically necessary role as an educated voter on the important issues of the day. In this context, this paper attempts to shed some light on the social and economic preconditions that determine the viability of any electronic library. The paper first defines the social function of a library and then extrapolates whether that form is capable of being replicated in electronic form.
Abstract This paper explores e-commerce and the legality of such translations that are increasing so rapidly. The paper examines the formation of electronics contract and discusses the position it holds in law. Case studies are included in the paper.
From the Paper "Amazon.co.uk is a web site company that sells books, DVDs, CD's, software and video games. In their terms and conditions, it says: Acceptance will be deemed complete and will be deemed for all purposes to have been effectively communicated to you at the time Amazon.co.uk sends the e-mail to you (whether or not you receive that e-mail)?? As in the postal rule ? whether or not acceptance is received, it will be deemed to be an effective contract."
Abstract This paper provides an examination of the history of electronic data interchange (EDI), the effect of the internet on EDI, and the outlook for EDI. It looks at EDI as a critical part of large business operations and includes an abstract.
From the Paper "EDI is a critical part of large business operations yet it remains a mystery to those outside its immediate users. EDI came about in the late ..."
Abstract This paper offers a complete SWOT analysis of the Sensormatic Electronic Corporation. The paper explains that a SWOT analysis is an assessment of the company's internal Strengths and Weaknesses, and external Opportunities and Threats. This paper reviews the decision about whether the company should build, buy or acquire a company to build a critical component.
From the Paper "Internal Memorandum November To: Ron Assaf From Subject: Build Buy or Outsource. Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the advantages and disadvantages of building, buying or outsourcing the production of tags. As you know this is an important decision that can have a long-term impact on the financial health of the company."
Tags: Complete a SWOT analysis of Sensormatic Electronic Corporation. A SWOT analysis is an assessment of the company's internal Strengths and Weaknesses, and external Opportunities and Threats.
Abstract In this paper, the writer summarizes four articles about the Electronic Arts company. The writer discusses the operation, staff and leadership in the company. Company performance is also discussed in this article. The paper includes copies of the different articles discussed.
From the Paper "Electronic Arts faced the same problem that companies competing in emerging industries always face, how to develop leadership talent. When an industry is new, companies cannot hire experienced staff members who understand the external environment and the internal challenges that the company will face. Instead the company must develop leaders from within its own ranks. As Hammers reports Electronic Arts has recognized that leaders are needed in both the operational and the creative side of the business. Electronic ... "
Abstract This paper explains that electronic banking, also known as electronic fund transfer or EFT, uses the computer and electronic technology instead of traditional checks and other paper transactions. The author points out that electronic payment systems, in comparison to tradition labor-intense systems, require human intervention only in specific problem cases thus saving the companies and their consumers time and money; however, customer self-service, through electronic payment systems, does not reduce costs if customers do not use it as an alternative to the traditional paper method. The paper relates that electronic commerce in developing countries permit better access to information and marketing opportunities but also have negative aspects such as delays and questionable security.
Table of Contents
Electronic Fund Transfer
Electronic Payment System
Global Electronic Payment Systems and E-Commerce
Electronic Payment Systems in Developing Countries
From the Paper "At present, business organizations, consumers and government agencies throughout the world take advantage of payment technologies to send and receive funds (Kushawara 2003). Consumers pay their taxes and make other payments electronically; governments receive these taxes and distribute refunds also electronically; and enterprises put these modern technological tools to move payments and other funds. Electronic business payments have proved valuable in saving money, improving efficiency and helping deliver better returns to shareholders. With these benefits, organizations are better able to use their financial and human resource on more important or critical objectives and activities than on processes that need to be automated."
