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Plagiarism, 2007.
An overview of the types and prevalence of plagiarism, as well as what can be done to avoid plagiarism.
1,222 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 41.95
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This paper provides an overview of what plagiarism is, as well as the types of plagiarism that are often found. It describes the prevalence of plagiarism, specifically plagiarism of written resources in the academic world, whether these resources are published electronically or in the more traditional sense, on paper. The paper then discusses methods that can be used to prevent and avoid plagiarism.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Plagiarism Overview
Types of Plagiarism
Avoiding Plagiarism
Conclusion
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"There are several different types of plagiarism, many of which are new thanks to the introduction of the Internet and its wealth of resources. There are the traditional forms of plagiarism such as turning in another person's work as their own as well as turning in a paper that the student has asked a peer to write. Copying material from a source without giving proper citation is also a traditional type of plagiarism, whether that material be hand-copied from a book or copied and pasted from an electronic source. Even when a source is properly documented, but direct quotations do not include the quotation marks, this is a form a plagiarism, as is paraphrasing material from a source without giving proper acknowledgement. The Internet has also introduced the purchasing a paper from an online term paper service as another form of plagiarism, as is turning in work that was located on a 'free term paper' website ("Avoiding Plagiarism")."
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College Students and Web-Based Activities, 2007.
A discussion of increasing the engagement of college students through the use of web-based activities.
2,940 words (approx. 11.8 pages), 11 sources, APA, $ 86.95
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This paper supports the introduction of Web-based educational games into the undergraduate curricula. The author believes this will help improve students' identification with the instructional material and will serve to enhance their active engagement with the material presented. An analysis of the current research and evidence on the topic is followed by a summary of significant findings in the conclusion.
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Review and Discussion
Claim
Reason
Evidence
Conclusion
References
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"Increasingly, colleges and universities in the United States are requiring undergraduate students to either own outright or at least have continuous access to a personal computer to take advantage of the enormous amount of educational resources available on the World Wide Web (Deollos & Messineo, 2005). Furthermore, many of these educational institutions are supplementing or even replacing their traditional delivery methods with Web-based applications, and these so-called "digital natives" (Prensky, 2001) of the 21st century will be well situated to take advantage of these innovations in educational technology. In this environment, though, many educators may be reluctant to invest heavily in one Web-based approach over another, given that dynamic nature of the educational software industry as well as the rate at which new hardware is being introduced to the market that might make their investments quickly obsolete or ineffective (Sheidet, 2003). "
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Military Decision Making Process, 2007.
A discussion on the relevancy of the military decision-making process in a wartime environment.
750 words (approx. 3.0 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 26.95
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This paper looks at how the army's present, military decision-making process (MDMP) still represents the realities of command decision-making in battle and provides a practical guide to the efficient organization of large unit staff planning activities. The paper maintains, however, that the MDMP should be translated into an effective and robust digital resource to keep abreast with changing and emerging information and communications technologies. The paper further notes that the important thing to consider at the present stage is how to completely translate the MDMP into a digital resource and utilize emerging information and communications technology to complement and improve decision-making in battle and provide a practical guide to the efficient organization of large unit staff planning activities.
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"The methodology of which will ensure that whatever digital resource package chosen or developed for the electronic MDMP or e-MDMP will suit and meet the needs of commanders from strategic to tactical level. Timeliness, user friendliness and robustness are key features of the e-MDMP considering it will be deployed not only in the soft and cool confines of the Pentagon and used by office staff but rather in various battle environments and up to the level of the grunt. The system should endeavor to real time capability in order to fast track decision-making at all levels."
"However, digitizing the MDMP entails change management plan and a totally different learning curve since it contains not only military-learned skills but skills and knowledge in the use or emerging information and communications technology."
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The Individual and Technology, 2007.
This paper explores whether the increases in technology lead to a decrease in our freedom and individuality.
923 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 32.95
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The paper relates that the problem of individuality and the threat to individual freedom has long been a concern of many artists, poets and thinkers. The paper looks at the invention of email and explains that while on the one hand email provides faster and better access to others and a new means of communication, on the other hand it can also be used as a means of reducing our sense of individuality and privacy. The paper concludes with a point to ponder: Are we exchanging our sense of personal identity and difference for faster and more effective techniques of communication?
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"Technology has increased incrementally since then and there have been huge leaps in communications technologies, such as the Internet. There are many who see the increases in our technological environment as leading to a decrease in our sense of freedom and individuality. On the other hand there are those who are of the opinion that technological innovations like the Internet and email mean more freedom for the individual and a greater ability to communicate and share information. There is much talk about the Internet breaking down the barriers between people and "...creating a one-world, one-resource communication tool ". ( Brand books)"
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Microsoft Monopoly Trial, 2007.
An examination of issues involved in Microsoft's monopoly trial.
936 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 33.95
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This paper summarizes some of the key issues in Microsoft's monopoly trial from the perspectives of Microsoft and computer users. Several of the terms Microsoft has used to define its marketing and overall corporate objectives are defined, such as "killer application." Microsoft's Internet browser is used as an example of the corporation's most recent "killer app." The issues of the trial are also discussed from the perspective of the user, which is to ultimately find the application that best suits her needs. The author concludes that usability and competition work hand in hand for or against the success of a product.
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"A document released by the Microsoft Company reads, "Our industry is always looking for the next 'Killer Application' - for a category of software that, by its utility and intelligent design, becomes indispensable to millions of people ...". "The latest confirmed 'Killer App' is the web browser". When asked what Bill Gates himself meant by defining a web browser as a "Killer Application", he claims to have meant that browsing would be simply "very popular". Upon this response, The Microsoft Computer Dictionary is used to provide two definitions of the term "Killer App": 1) An application of such popularity and widespread standardization that it fuels sales of the hardware platform or operating system for which it was writing (in this case Windows); and 2) An application that supplants its competition. The latter is something that
Microsoft's browser has certainly managed to do."
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Genetic Engineering, 2007.
An analysis of the potential benefits of using genetic engineering to improve quality of life.
1,805 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 58.95
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This paper argues that genetic engineering should be permitted in certain cases. The paper discusses some of the reasons for the resistance to any kind of genetic engineering. The paper then presents a case of a four year old girl who became the first patient to receive gene therapy and describes the resulting improvement in her and her parents' quality of life. The paper uses this case to discuss the potential benefits of using gene therapy.
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"Furthermore, focusing research efforts and publicity on non-life saving genetic modifications, perhaps most damningly, has proved to be a powerful distraction from the real, life-saving potential of innovations in the technology. Because of fears of cloning, or building a super race, research into the abuse of some of the potentially life-sustaining ways genetic engineering can be used has come under question. To end such potential abuses, scientists conducting research into this technology should set voluntary ethical guidelines for themselves. There is certainly a precedent for this within the field of medicine, that of the Hippocratic oath. Scientists dealing with the dangers and the benefits of modifying the genetic code should construct a similar oath for themselves, before the less knowledgeable governing bodies of the nations of the world attempt to do it for them, and limit all genetic engineering research out of fear."
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Information Technology, 2007.
This paper discusses aligning management information system goals with corporate goals.
750 words (approx. 3.0 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 26.95
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In this article, the writer analyzes how an organization's goals need to be aligned with the information technology (IT) goals. The writer explores how IT can support the organization's goals. The writer maintains that it would be very unwise for any company nowadays to even consider running their business without IT. Further, the writer notes that IT's role in securing the business system is vital and should be taken into serious consideration when creating the over-all, long-term business strategy. The writer also points out that any present-day corporate strategy that fails to incorporate IT goals and objectives into the corporate system is bound to fail and fail miserably. The writer concludes that IT is like the nerves from which flows the life-blood of any respectable company.
Outline:
Introduction
What about IT?
Conclusion
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"Let's face the fact: Information Technology (IT) is here to stay, and if the apocalyptic movies such as The Matrix were even half right, IT may very well outlast the human race. It would be very unwise for any company nowadays to even consider running their business without IT. In fact, they would find it next to impossible to function, since even the most mundane office equipment, such as the photocopier, has now evolved into an all-in-one copier-scanner-printer-fax machine. So how does management integrate IT into their system? First, create an IT unit or department. Determine the long-term goals of the company vis-a-vis the possible contributions of IT. Create a strategy integrating the input of the IT unit (their goals and plan of action) and those of the income-generating and backroom business unit/s. For example, it is no longer advisable to use a paper-based payroll, as apart from being more likely to become subject to fraud, it is an environmental hazard. Imagine the filing needs for a payroll for 100 people in one year only."The main asset of these SMEs is their pioneering spirit; the unique ability to meet a certain need through innovative means is what makes them flourish. It is understandable therefore, that these companies hold their owners and creative team in the highest regard, since this is the main source of the flow of money-making ideas. As these companies grow, the need to remain competitive quadruples and the source of ideas diversifies. It is now more than a matter of filling a need; it is now a matter of creating a need. Whether it is a product or a service, SMEs have to explore the target market, define their habits, interests and other nuances, in order to pinpoint where they can come in and create a demand for what they have to offer."
"In connection with this, SMEs should now turn towards becoming at par with the times, and in order to do so, they must become tech-savvy companies, able to penetrate markets at the speed of the latest technology. Their goals should evolve into keeping abreast instead of merely keeping afloat."
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Internet Addiction, 2007.
A study of the negative implications of Internet addiction.
4,261 words (approx. 17.0 pages), 14 sources, MLA, $ 113.95
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The paper provides a review of relevant literature about Internet addiction. The paper studies what the direct relationship is between times spent on the Internet by young adults and their physical and mental health. The study's conclusion is that we need much more effort in controlling severe Internet addiction (IAD) among youth. The paper discusses how the chief problem with IAD in the current environment is that most youth think their obsession with the Internet is normal. The study concludes, therefore, that the first step necessary for us to begin the process of helping those with severe IAD among youth is to help them recognize some of the dangerous health concerns related to their habit.
Outline:
Literary Review
Research Question/Hypothesis
Methods
Survey Questions
Results
Reliability
Discussion
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"In her landmark research "Caught in the Net", Young set about to create a definitive test using the DSM-IV, which resulted in the Internet Addiction Test (IAT). This test along with patient feedback has painted an alarming picture in regards to IAD especially among youth. Using the IAT test among youth worldwide, internet addiction especially within college has risen over 200 percent in the past five years. In Korea, 39.6 percent of college teenagers were found to have mild to severe IAD, with detrimental effects to both their physical and psychological health (Young, npg)."
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Human Trafficking, 2007.
This paper discusses the trade of human beings to foreign countries.
1,276 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 43.95
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The paper explains that human trafficking is the smuggling of people against their will for use mainly in forced labor or prostitution. The paper shows how modern innovations such as the Internet have changed the face of human trafficking in many ways and have made contacting and abducting victims easier than ever before. The paper relates that while most of the victims end up in the slave trade, others are forced into domestic service, hard labor or other forms of work.
From the Paper
"What exactly is human trafficking? Many drug smugglers use people to traffic their drugs across country borders, but that is not the type of human trafficking discussed here. Human trafficking is the actual trade of human beings to foreign countries. Researchers Julie Cwikel and Elizabeth Hoban note the definition, "[A]cknowledges that when deception, threats, violence, and fraud are used, even in cases where women have consented to entering a work contract, the abrogation of their human rights constitutes trafficking" (Cwikel and Hoban)."
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Apple Macintosh and IBM, 2007.
This paper traces the evolution of the Apple Macintosh versus IBM-compatible PCs and Microsoft Windows.
1,469 words (approx. 5.9 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 48.95
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The paper describes the origination of the Apple Macintosh versus the first IBM Personal Computer and explains that they couldn't be more divergent from each other. The paper compares their designs and their differing approaches to persuading software companies to write applications. The paper looks at Microsoft's success but shows how Apple's market share has stabilized and stayed constant near 10% of the total PC market. The paper concludes that while Apple's success today is in large part due to their iPod and iTunes product and service offerings, Apple continues to be a brand that signifies the brand image and identity this company has become known for.
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Summary
Product Specifications Quickly Fade as Differentiators
Design as a Differentiator
What Matters Most: The Operating Systems
Software Rules
Summary
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"The first Apple Macintosh was by today's standards not that much more powerful than standard calculators. Based on the Motorola 68000 processor with a system bus speed of 8 MHz system bus speed, with 128K Standard RAM, an additional 128K Motherboard RAM, 3.5" diskette drive, and a 9" monochrome screen all packaged in a beige case the first Apple Macintosh looked revolutionary. Selling for $2,500 however the Mac quickly began to gain interest from software programmers interested in the new computer's approach to graphics. The Motorola 68000 processor was specifically chosen for its ability to be programmed at the Assembler level for greater control of graphics."
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Ethics and Online Gambling, 2007.
A discussion on ethics and its role in information systems, particularly the ethicality of online or cyberspace gambling.
1,266 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 42.95
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This paper discusses the important ethical issues that surround online gambling and their repercussions on American society. It discusses the legislation currently surrounding online gambling. The paper then discusses the changes occuring in the legal and financial procedures through which online gambling activities are conducted or transacted, now that the prevalence of online gambling is increasing.
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"However, the question of the legality of these online gambling sites is being put into scrutiny. US legislation has decided to deregulate online gambling through the 1961 Wire Act, with an updated version through the proposed bill Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act. The Wire Act is perhaps the only legislation that exists that is relevant to online gambling activity, wherein the law "prohibits the transfer of betting information across state lines using wire communication, such as the telephone" (Chesler: 2006:24). This legislation was, of course, conceptualized at a period wherein online gambling, or the Internet for that matter, has not yet been developed and prevalently used by American society. On the new proposed bill, the Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act, online gambling owners and users are prohibited from engaging in online financial transactions that requires the use of credit cards and fund transfers (25). These measures are set in order to protect the user mainly, and the online gambling sites as investments, secondarily."
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MySpace: A Global Community, 2006.
A discussion regarding the website myspace.com.
1,467 words (approx. 5.9 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 48.95
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This paper takes a look at myspace.com, the website that is said to be a pantheon of social interaction. According to the paper, everyone who is anyone has a myspace page. The paper reports that originally it was set up as a place for unsigned and independent bands to showcase their music, but has developed into one of the most highly populated social, professional, artistic and romantic networking hubs on the Internet.
From the Paper
"There are always concerns in online environments that you're not chatting with the person that you think you're chatting with. Well, Myspace has some strict policies that keep the creeps away. You always have the option to set your profile to private, so only the people on your friends list can view your profile. Also, during the sign-up process you are required to give your age, and this is listen on your profile as well, so if you're a young person and you see that the person who is sending you a message is older, you can simply ignore them. The sense of community on Myspace will help to keep you safe as well. People on Myspace strive to present a clear, honest picture of themselves so they can find kindred spirits to network and bond with. Seeing as this is the spirit of Myspace there seems to be no room for dishonesty or bad intentions. The connectedness of the site really appeals to a general sense of integrity that most human beings have, so it's an unspoken rule that profiles are an accurate snapshot of the real person. Lying or doing anything particularly underhanded or illegal (or just dirty) goes against all the Myspace is about (Lapinsky, 2006). "
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Technology and Education, 2007.
This paper analyzes "Windows on the Future: Education in the Age of Technology" by Ted McCain and Ian Jukes.
1,747 words (approx. 7.0 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 56.95
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The paper discusses how Ted McCain and Ian Jukes offer many opinions and suggestions on technology and education in their book, "Windows on the Future: Education in the Age of Technology." The paper contends that among the most valuable assessments made by McCain and Jukes is the need for students and teachers to look beyond technology for answers, even in fields like graphic design. The paper also asserts that although their arguments are compelling for the inclusion of technology in the classroom, they are rather shortsighted in discounting many traditional methods as obsolete.
From the Paper
"In pushing technology on education in this book, McCain and Jukes are addressing educators rather than students. The authors want educators to prepare students growing up in the "world of data explosion" with the skills they need to succeed. Obviously, this sounds good. Preparing students, especially those in fields like graphic design, is important so that those students can access the programs and technology resources that are applicable to their field."
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Computer Ethics in the Health Field, 2006.
A discussion regarding private health information and modern technology.
2,713 words (approx. 10.9 pages), 13 sources, MLA, $ 81.95
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This paper reviews excerpts of a letter sent to Mike Leavitt, US Secretary of Health and Human Services, on behalf of organizations participating in the Consumer Coalition for Health Privacy. The letter concerns a lost, or perhaps stolen, laptop computer. The paper discusses compromised health information as a result of storing this information in an information technology medium. The paper goes on to discuss how problems are arising in the health industry as a result of information technology that may cause a breach in ethical protocols and undermine the confidence of patients in the health profession.
From the Paper
"In the same manner trust is structured in the form of policies, information assets - especially medical information - must be guided by policies that determine storage, archiving and access. Medical records in paper based forms are becoming extinct and being replace by digitally stored data. Further, some medical files and records are stored on cards with smart chips carried by patients on their persons that in the event of emergencies, health professionals attending to the ailing patient can easily load the smart card in a reading device and have instant access to the patient's medical history. The digitally stored medical information nowadays are also available online - a doctor in Cincinnati can access (provided authority is given that doctor) a patient's medical record in a database in Seattle or a hospital in Kansas can schedule a San Francisco patient for medical procedures once they get access from the patient's San Francisco medical records."
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Management Information Systems, 2006.
An in-depth look at competitive strategies for management information systems.
18,990 words (approx. 76.0 pages), 75 sources, MLA, $ 249.95
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This study examines management information systems and how they are used in both company settings based on Internet marketing strategies. According to the paper, in order to look at the differences in strategies, it is important that the management information systems are addressed, but even more important that strategy and competitive advantage are addressed. The paper addresses these issues through the means of an introductory chapter that details the issue and then goes on to review literature that details a great deal of information regarding strategy and competition. The paper aims to look forward to what management information systems should have been working toward in the past based on what is taking place currently, and what is expected for the future.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Statement of the Problem
Hypothesis
Rationale
Literature Review
Introduction
McCarthy's Four Marketing Mix Model
Porter's Five Competitive Forces Model
Impact of the Internet on Marketing Mix and Competitive Forces
Product Strategy
Pricing Strategy
Promotion Strategy
Place Strategy
Choice of E-Business Strategies
Summary
Methodology
Statistical Analysis
Data Collection
Subject Population
Conclusion
Results
Discussion
Recommendations
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"Even though asking these types of questions would not provide everything that might need to be known, the questions would go a long way toward a better understanding of what should be dealt with where management information systems are concerned and what issues the end users might have when it comes to these systems. These questions would also help management understand issues such as whether they are communicating effectively with their employees and whether employees feel as though they can talk to management."
"This may seem unrelated to the issue of management information systems, but employees that do not feel comfortable talking to management about one aspect of their job will likely not feel comfortable talking about any other aspect as well, and therefore the issue of comfort and communication relates to management information systems and many other issues that might relate in some way to the communication level that takes place between management and employees in the course of their jobs."
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