Abstract This paper discusses how in 1995, Gartner analyst Jackie Fenn created the Gartner Hype Cycle to explain the cycle of hope and disappointment that is common with technology innovations. Specifically, the paper provides a view of Gartner's Hype Cycle and cdiscusses each of the five phases in the cycle.
Outline:
Abstract
Predicting the Dot-Com Bubble
The Hype Cycle: Technology Trigger
The Hype Cycle: Peak of Inflated Expectations
The Hype Cycle: Trough of Disillusionment
The Hype Cycle: Slope of Enlightenment
The Hype Cycle: Plateau of Productivity
The 2008 Hype Cycle
Conclusion
From the Paper "In 1999, in the midst of the e-business craze, Gartner analyst Alexander Drobik used the Hype Cycle to look at the Internet and the "new economy" from a different angle (Fenn & Raskino, 2008). He refused to believe that the rules that govern business in the brick-and-mortar world could be ignored in a world where "loss-making companies [could be] valued more than profitable companies" (Fenn & Raskino, 2008). Fenn and Raskino (2008) explain, "When he applied the hype cycle tool, he quickly convinced himself that the Internet and all things "e" weren't heading onward and upward forever; rather, the market was about to crash and crash spectacularly." Drobik released his report in November of 1999 with the following opening: "E-business is set to fall into a period of disillusionment by 2001, before successful organizations move through the 'hype cycle' and emerge fully transformed so that they can be referred to as just plain 'businesses' again" (Fenn & Raskino, 2008). "
Abstract This paper explains that in the 7/3/2006 issue of Business Week, Dean Foust, the author of "ID Theft: More Hype than Harm", argues that identity theft is really more hype than harm. The paper relates that Faust discusses the public's hysteria which pertains to identity theft and claims that the public overreacts with the issue of identity theft since it really is not as bad as it seems to be for the victim. The paper reflects on Foust's assumptions and claims regarding the seriousness of the identity theft problem in the United States today.
From the Paper "According to Foust, it is not easy to convert stolen data into money. Because of the media attention that identity theft is receiving today, many consumers are on alert for such activity and from the first indication that someone else is using their information, the consumer will call banks, credit card companies, license bureaus and other places and either cancel their accounts, report the possible theft, and information the agency that they suspect unauthorized use. However, there are many consumers who are not aware of what is happening until it is too late."
Abstract This paper gives a brief insight of how the murder of the wife of ex-football-star-turned announcer caught the country's full attention in 1995. It examines some of the evidence leading to his arrest and provides some incriminating facts that the jury did not have access to during the trial and discusses how Simpson was eventually released. It evaluates how the schism between the races still exists and how televised criminal cases and media-hype can cripple the justice system in America.
From the Paper "None of this evidence is circumstantial. It was incriminating evidence that pointed to a killer. By law, it was all hard evidence that would have resulted in the conviction of any one else by the justice system. However, the fact that O.J. was a celebrity and the fact that the trial was moved out of Santa Monica were contributing factors to a non-guilty decision.
Unfortunately, too many things went wrong in Simpson's favor and he got off Scott-free. If the LAPD had conducted a full interrogation, if Mark Fuhrman had not lied on the witness stand about his use of the "n" word and if Cochran hadn't played the "race" card so well, justice would have prevailed in this case."
Tags: media-hype, guilty, racism, jury, evidence, LAPD, justice, system
Abstract This paper looks at the prevailing belief reported in newspapers and magazines that a nuclear attack on American soil is inevitable and imminent. The paper also looks at the reasons why many commentators hold this belief and then takes a look at why some experts argue that there is a a large degree of ?hype? in the estimation of the threat to America from nuclear bombs.
From the Paper "The danger of nuclear attack on American soil has been extensively reported and commented on in numerous newspaper articles and journals over the past few years. This reportage generally leans towards a consensus that an attack of this nature is "inevitable" and that "not enough is being done" to counter the possibility of nuclear attack. The negative predictions and prospects that have tended to dominate in the media are understandable in the light of the present global political climate. The prospect of imminent attack has of course been increased by the September 11 terrorist attack on New York in 2001."
Abstract This paper analyses two works - John Steinbecks "Grapes of Wrath" and Clifford Odet's play "Waiting for Lefty". It focuses on the issue of labor disputes and compares how the characters in each of these get swept up by the mob.
From the Paper "John Steinbeck's "The Grapes of Wrath" was just as vivid and graphic a description of the recession years, labor communities and their economic and social problems as you would find in any drama, movie, TV serial or in other more expressive mediums. The novel detailed the story of a typical labor family in the thirties when due to draughts and unemployment many farmers were forced to move from their native states (Southern great planes, especially western Oklahoma and Texas panhandle) to California in search of work. The novel ventured into such modern and important issues of the time that it was immediately a success in California and surrounding localities, the rest of the America almost rejected the book as sentimental, emotional and melodramatic. But the truth, as was evident even then was that this book was felt greatly only in the circumstances and localities for which it was written. "
A research paper that gives a detailed overview on the legalization of marijuana, an analysis of its medical uses and an insight into laws surrounding the controversy.
Abstract This paper is an in-depth look at why marijuana's use for medical application is a purpose important enough to legalize the substance with pharmaceutical control by the government. The author examines scientific and historical background of marijuana, and the lack of public information on marijuana.
Outline
Medical marijuana use.
Ancient use of marijuana
Marijuana used for religion and other things.
Facts about marijuana.
Research on marijuana's potential abuse.
Lack of public information on marijuana
"Legal" drugs abuse
Media hype of marijuana
Ethnic tendency towards abuse
Marijuana and cancer chemotherapy
Marijuana and AIDS
Other medical uses of marijuana
Enough medical research.
Cannabis research
AIDS patients and marijuana.
Medical marijuana activists
Voters in favor of legalizing marijuana in many states.
Positive medical applications of cannabis.
Many countries have legalized medicinal marijuana.
From the Paper "Marijuana has been known for centuries and played a significant role in human history, being used for religious ceremonies, rope, medicine and recreation, among other registered uses. An enormous amount of hypothesis has been developed concerning other uses, or consequences of using dope. Mythologies from many countries speak of numberless gods and deids. It is possible many of these gods were imagined or seen by shaman or oracles that were under the influences of drugs. Cannabis use was mentioned in the fours Vedas (from India), one of the oldest religious manuscripts (Harrison, 70). Such Reginald Campbell and R Everett offer a general overview of marijuana in Substance Abuse in Workplace: ? The most common form of marijuana found in the U.S. is Cannabis Sativa... There are about 421 known chemicals in the plant... but the active chemical is believed to be the tetrahydro-cannabinols (THC), oils possessing physiological activity... Some symptoms of marijuana intoxication include confusion, euphoria, hallucinations, hunger, red eyes, ego-inflation, dry mouth, excessive laughing and coma? (42-43). Marijuana intoxication is said to last two to three hours, but the ingredient delta-9-tetrahydro -cannabinol can accumulate in brain and testes tissues (Hubbard, Franco, Onaivi, 1999). Marijuana, pot or weed, among other names, has a variety of practical uses. Hemp is used to built cords and even clothing. There are a number of websites on the Internet that offer a variety of products made out of hemp. Sadly, it is to blame that such a helpful herb be considered illegal due to the bad nature and unconsciousness of humans."
Abstract This paper examines this medical technology which has been in use since the first astronauts took off in the 1960's and has developed at a very rapid pace since the hype of the Internet. It looks at its effectiveness both from a budget point of view and the quality of treatment. The benefits of this trend are also discussed.
From the Paper "Telemedicine began in the early 1960's when the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) first put men in space. Physiological measurements of the astronauts were monitored from both the spacecraft and the space suits during NASA space flights. In the 21st century, patients can be scheduled, seen, diagnosed, receive follow up care, rehabilitation, and patient education through telemedicine. Internet accessibility, together with rapidly evolving technology, makes telemedicine increasingly efficient."
Abstract A look at why the Green Movement has failed in creating mass hype due to the limitations put forth by increasing conflict between humans and nature at a global level, the prevailing value of rationalization in society today, scientific uncertainty and the lack of a collective goal. The paper shows that the ramification of this is reflected in the inability of today's society to change the existing attitudes and actions towards the natural world and its resources.
From the Paper "The Green Movement is an ecological organization that aims to change both the current abusive ideas and actions of humans towards nature. In light of the green theory of value, which holds humans should be interconnected with nature, the Green movement views human agency as the ultimate force that will lead to transformation at respectively, the individual, collective, institutional and structural levels of society. Numerous supporters have called for increased participation through certain social classes, decentralization of resources (political, economical, educational and/or social), and through common sense based on a universal ideology. The Green Movement, however, fails to attract widespread participation by not only the masses, but large-scale institutions themselves, due to the limitations put forth by increasing conflict between humans and nature at a global level, the prevailing value of rationalization in society today, scientific uncertainty and the lack of a collective goal. The ramification of this is reflected in the inability of today's society to change the existing attitudes and actions towards the natural world and its resources."
Abstract Many horror movies musical techniques are discussed in this paper. The writer shows how this music effects the audience's viewing experience and builds up hype and expectations. Different styles are discussed - creepy, tense, supernatural, fear etc.
From the Paper "To fully utilize sound in a film it must be more than just neat sound effects added in as an after thought. The first crews to utilize this new mind set was the ever famous team of Ben Burtt and Walter Murch in Star Wars and then again in Apocalypse Now. They realized that the sound shaped the picture as much as the picture shaped the sound. The result was a powerful effect that forever changed the way sound is used in a film (Thom, 1999). It takes more than loud, high fidelity, and well executed sound effects to make a great movie. The soundtrack must be integrated into the entire film as a whole. It should enhance and change as the mood changes. In this way the soundtrack becomes a valuable part of the team (Thom, 1999). Many directors overlook the potential that sound has in storytelling and often do not consider it in relation to the other elements of the film. This philosophy embraces the idea that good sound embraces and is considered by the other crafts, as well. It is not just a product of the other crafts."
Abstract This paper looks at one particular piece of the changing technology puzzle ?the ways in which cable television has become increasingly sophisticated through the incorporation of a number of different types of technology. Specifically, this paper focuses on the efforts of Comcast to become the nation's leading cable television outlet, in part through its acquisition last year of the telephone company AT&T.
From the Paper "While most of us probably still think of cable and telephone service as being distinct from each other, in fact over the past decade they have become more and similar to each other as entertainment and information services like cable television have come to rely more and more heavily on the transmission capabilities of phone lines ? and as phone companies have become more and more diverse in the technological capabilities that they have to offer."
Tags: satelite, tv, cable, technology, internet, telephone, company
Abstract An analysis of the advantages of a stand-alone website model. The paper examines this trend amongst businesses and the hype which occurred after the introduction of e-commerce . The writer also looks at marketing failure of these websites and what can be done to improve this.
From the Paper "There are four different types of websites to serve the different needs of a company who wishes to enter into the world of eCommerce. Some businesses intend to only use their website for advertising purposes. This website will be the electronic equivalent of a brochure. No business is done over the Internet, you are just letting people know you exist. The value adding website it gives value to visitors of your site. Visitors may subscribe to a newsletter, or perhaps play games on the site. They receive some benefit from visiting your website. The third level of website is an online business that generates income from online activities. This website runs in parallel to your existing business."
Abstract The paper shows that the film "Instrument: Ten Years with the Band Fugazi", directed by Jem Cohen at first seems to have no particular perspective upon its subject. It discusses however that when a viewer looks at the film more closely and carefully applies a critical cinematic eye to the filmmaking process, a solidified interpretation begins to become clear. The author of the paper shows that by not having an ostentatiously obvious "take" on this punk band and the particular music the band has produced, the director has revealed his own moral orientation in favor of personal simplicity and a lack of hype in the production of music. He shows too that the director has chosen to focus on the band because Fugazi is one of the supreme manifestations of the punk scene, a scene that emerged as a radical movement in youth music but largely became commercialized but Fugazi stands apart in sharp contrast to all of descents into commercialization, however, and still remains pure and true to its roots. The director's own simplicity of style reflects its subject's simplicity.
From the Paper "The film's belief in the purity of the band is primarily reflected in the film's unpretentious format. The director simply followed the band's progress over the course of ten years, from backstage, to on-stage, to meetings with fans, even to the grandmother's home of one of the band members. Rather than choosing a short period of the band's history, the film follows a "story" arc over an extended period of time. Thus the documentary does not attempt to create a sharp, swift narrative about the seduction or perils of fame. Rather, it features the artists from Fugazi talking about their work and playing their work through various ups and downs of concert touts and through various stabs at music distribution and creation. The perspective the artists are able to bring to their work over such an extended period of history gives the documentary an authenticity and a full reality that similar manifestations of the 'rock-u-mentary' genre lack."
Examines the history of nanotechnology since it was first proposed in 1959. Assesses some of the potential future directions of the field. Discusses some of the philosophical dilemmas in the field.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 5 sources, 1997, $ 63.95
From the Paper "Nanotechnology: Wonder-Cure or Major Hype?
An Introduction to Nanotechnology
Medieval philosophers, it is said, would spend days and weeks arguing about how many angels could dance on the head of a pin. Hundreds of years later, only the subject has changed. Today, futuristic philosophers and scientists spend days, weeks, and, in some cases, lifetimes, arguing "How many atom-sized manufacturers can build new worlds on the head of a pin." That question is the essence of a new scientific discipline called "Nanotechnology," "nano" being Greek for "Dwarf."
As Pecovitz (1997) notes, "nanotechnology conjures images that seem a little preposterous even to the most optimistic technophiles: microscopic cell-repair machines speeding through ..."
Examining two alternative pieces of non-fiction literature Mike Davis' "City of Quartz: Excavating the Future in Los Angeles" and Stephanie Coontz's "The Way We Never Were: American Families and the Nostalgia Trap".
Abstract This paper explores the unique styles of writing in these two books. It explains that the reason these books are different from many others contemporary non-fiction is because instead of endorsing our views and opinions, they seek to shatter them completely. The topics of the two books are different but the purpose is the same. The paper shows that both books seek to explain why our perceptions in connection with some important issues are products of lack of knowledge and media hype.
From the Paper "Stephanie Coontz, author of "The way we never were", has given a detailed description of so-called traditional values of the past which were after all not so "traditional" in nature. There are times when we get so frustrated with our modern social values and their results that we hope to return to good old days when families were close-knit units and teenagers were innocent souls unaware of sex or pregnancies. Coontz realizes that our intense desire to return to traditional values springs from those surreal images of the past that the media has been selling us. Therefore she takes upon herself to investigate the past and find out if society was indeed as good as it is made out to be. And to the utter disappointment of all of us, when she excavates the truth, it turns out be 100 percent different from what we thought it would be."
Abstract This paper reviews the recent events in corporate America which have created a hype about fraudulent activities in businesses. The paper offers recent examples of such activity including the Enron scandal, America's biggest corporate collapse. The paper includes a background on the developments in legislature and politics put in place to curb the rising levels of unethical practice. The writer concludes that while to date, unethical business has been passed over, today there are means in place for ensuring businesses are accountable to the American public.
From the Paper "The boom of the 90's has changed the business environment in ways that will require a reshaping of corporate leadership. Financial scandals and out-of-hand executive compensation demonstrate not only a lapse of ethics and unprecedented greed, but also a disdain for the rule of law. Thus, the most pressing leadership issue for today is how to ensure that corporate officers behave in an ethical manner. The Sarbanes-Oxley Act is a legislative effort designed to promote ethics by holding executives accountable for financial reports."
