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Digital Civil Rights, 2005.
Discusses the concerns raised by the issue of digital civil rights.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 39.95
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This paper the major concerns and implications raised by the issue of digital civil rights. The paper defines the concept and discusses principal concerns that have emerged regarding the access and governance of the Internet.
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"The purpose of this research is to examine issue fronts relevant to the topic of digital civil rights. The plan of the research will be to set forth a working definition of the concept and then to discuss the principal concerns that have emerged in the discourse of access to and governance of Internet technology and policies in recent years. As the term implies, digital civil rights, in its most general formulation, refers to the distribution of social justice or civil rights within the context of information..."
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Digital Rights Management, 2004.
A discussion of the impact of digital rights management on intellectual property.
1,687 words (approx. 6.7 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 54.95
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This paper looks at the issue of digital right management (DRM), considering the arguments for and against DRM and whether it has extended the rights of creators of intellectual property.
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"?The advent of the Internet has caused a great deal of controversy and danger to holders of copyright protected works.? (Girasa p. 187) The Internet also with digitalization made illegal distribution and piracy of copyrighted works easy for even unsophisticated users, leading to concerns by content providers like record companies, publishers, and entertainment software companies that they would lose billions of dollars in sales, as users switched to low-cost, high quality copying instead. DRM is a technological fix that makes copying impossible. DRM represents a range of techniques, but key is that technology is generally used to disallow the use of the media on computers, in order to combat piracy."
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Digital Rights, 2005.
A look at the contentious issue of the exploitation of digital copyrights and intellectual property rights.
2,504 words (approx. 10.0 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 76.95
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This paper examines how the Internet, with its wide range of formats and diverse types of data, has made the issue of intellectual property rights a minefield of contending voices. The paper also explains how the real problem lies with the practical day-to-day understanding of what is meant by intellectual property and how it is being observed and abused online.
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"Elliot Zaret clearly outlines in his article, Access Denied: the Limits of Fair Use, copyright is a term that is often loaded with different and sometimes misleading interpretations. Simply put, copyright is a legal device that is intended to provide the creator of a work which conveys information or ideas with the right to certain controls over that work and the way it is used. However, as Zaret states, copyright also has another purpose and that is to advance the progress of knowledge by giving the author of a work an economic incentive to create further works. On the one hand, too little control of copyright takes away the economic incentive to create further works while on the other hand, too much copyright control denies access to creative information and halts the advancement and dissemination of ideas. It is this balancing act between authorial and publishing control and free access to information by the public that is one of the chief causes of the controversy in copyright - especially in the light of the fluid nature of the Internet and the hectic battle of words about what constitutes intellectual property and who controls it."
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Property Rights in the Digital Age, 2005.
An analysis of the need for global harmonisation in international copyright laws and procedure in the digital age.
11,081 words (approx. 44.3 pages), 34 sources, APA, $ 218.95
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Information Technology communication brings with it the challenges which have beset the human race since their initial attempts to interact upon a social and trading basis. This paper examines the idea that intellectual property throughout the world needs to be harmonised with the protection of a creators rights protected by a more codified international agenda.
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Introduction: Why the Harmonisation of Copyright Laws and Systems is Important Especially in the Digital Age
The Main Issues of Current Copyright Protection in the Digital Age The Transformation of International Copyright Through International Treaties
The Obstacles in the Way of a Global Copyright System
Conclusion: The Future of International Copyright Laws -Further Harmonisation
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"Information Technology communication brings with it the challenges which have beset the human race since their initial attempts to interact upon a social and trading basis. As democratic governance involves public debate and open decision-making, the organisation of interests groups, and the free exchange of ideas, opinions and information is essential. To a greater degree than ever, open media provides a critical measure of progress towards democracy. Access to information and the right to freedom of expression are central elements in ensuring the voice and participation necessary for the development of a democratic, civil society."
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DRM, 2005.
An analysis of Digital Rights Management (DRM).
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 10 sources, $ 89.95
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The paper discusses Digital Rights Management (DRM). DRM is explained as an umbrella term for several methods used by the makers of software and other content to protect their intellectual property. The purpose behind Digital Rights Management is also explained as a method of protecting copyright and also imposing and enforcing restrictions on certain digital information. The paper examines how some methods of DRM have become a controversial topic in both Europe and the United States.
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"Digital Rights Management (DRM) is the term used today for a variety of methods being used by the makers of software and other content to protect their intellectual property. DRM is not simply the protection of copyright, though its purpose may be just that. DRM imposes and enforces restrictions on the ability of the consumer to use, copy, transmit, or alter certain digital information. There are different types of DRM in use, and some have encountered legal problems in Europe and have been banned there, while the recent case of Sony placing software on certain recordings that would then transfer to the user's computer has increased discussion of the issue in the United States. The rationale behind DRM is easy to understand, involving the desire on the part of copyright owners to maintain control over their intellectual property. However, in practice, the issue is more complex, with some methods undertaken to protect that content."
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An Enduring Digital Library, 2005.
This paper discusses current trends and issues relating to the building and maintaining of an enduring digital library.
17,350 words (approx. 69.4 pages), 45 sources, MLA, $ 249.95
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This paper provides broader insight into topics such as technology use, copy right laws, user needs, costs and the integration of digital and physical materials. The author points out that the advantages of digital libraries include immediate access to a heterogeneous presentation of materials and the ability to find new and innovative uses for these materials; however, the disadvantages of digital libraries include the costs associated with maintaining them. The paper indicates the need for considering the needs of users when selecting the types of materials that will be present in a digital library. The paper includes chart, several quotations and additional annotation of the bibliography.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Digital Libraries
Advantages of Digital Libraries
Disadvantages
Overcoming the Disadvantages Associated with Digital Libraries
Technology Issues
Advantages of Digital Imaging
Disadvantages of Digital Imaging
Search and Retrieval Tools
Search Engines
Digital Collection
Cataloging Digitized Images
Virtual Unity and Coherence
Distributed Searching
Distributed Indexing
Intellectual Property and Copyright Issues
Integration of Digital and Physical Materials
Presentation of Heterogeneous Materials
Appealing to Various Users with Varied Purposes
User Transformation of Digital Content
Costs and Funding
Conclusion
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"Storage virtualization is able to accomplish this by making physically separate and heterogeneous storage arrays seem to be a single logical pool of storage resources, controllable from a central console. The purpose of the program is for data to freely flow between the different tiers and types of storage, depending on business needs, without disturbing the operating environment. The author also asserts that "The single most important attribute of any storage virtualization solution is the ability to mask complexity and thereby make manageable that which is increasingly unmanageable.""
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Digital Imaging, 2006.
Discusses the use of digital imaging in hospital radiology departments, the promise it holds, how it is evolving and the main types of digital imaging.
1,915 words (approx. 7.7 pages), 16 sources, APA, $ 61.95
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This paper explains that, in spite of the usefulness and potential of the digital imaging process in hospital radiology departments, the cost of the equipment it requires has stopped digital imaging in hospital radiology departments from progressing and growing as fast as was hoped. The paper also explains that the slow progression towards digital imagery does not mean that the importance for the future that the technology holds should be discounted. The paper then discusses the two main types of digital imaging systems as they relate to hospital radiology departments and concludes with a discussion of image quality and its significance. A copy of the source documents used are also appended to the paper.
Table of Contents
The Evolution of Digital Imaging
Computed Radiography (CR)
Digital Radiography (DR)
Image Quality
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"Digital imaging in hospital radiology departments came about for several reasons. The most important of these, however, was the idea that the digital images could be viewed by any authorized person at any time, thus making it much easier and faster for those that needed to see them to have access to these images (Gillespie, 1999). These digital images eliminate the need for films and film libraries, thus freeing up space, as well. However, there are still problems with this issue that have stopped digital imaging in hospital radiology departments from progressing and growing as fast as was hoped. The major concern for these departments is the cost that is incurred when it comes to the digital imaging equipment, which is much more expensive than the older methods that were previously used to take x-rays and perform other functions (Gillespie, 1999)."
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Digital Television and the Law, 2004.
An analysis of digital television and a comparison of digital and analog television.
3,714 words (approx. 14.9 pages), 20 sources, MLA, $ 102.95
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This paper discusses digital television, comparing it to analog television. The paper presents an explanation and assessment of the current laws and mandates regarding digital television in America and in the United Kingdom. The paper explores the technology involved and provides examples of several cable companies that offer digital television.
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"Though some providers of digital television like Sky claim that weather conditions do not affect the clarity of images on digital television, this fact has been demonstrated as not being true. Weather does affect digital images and there is a certain amount of corruption present. In fact, though the images are better than those of analogous television, the limitations of the compression technology that is used for digital television is apparent in the manner in which ?digital artifacts? or ?after images? as they are better known occur on the television when the picture changes much too fast, or even when other channels are fighting for the same bandwidth at the same time. Digital television must not be confused with ?high definition? television; in fact digital television occupies the same number of lines of 625, as the analogous television."
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Digital Recording, 1991.
This paper discusses digital recording, with a focus on digital audio tape (DAT) recorders: History and development, theory and technology, quality, playback, encoding and compact discs.
3,150 words (approx. 12.6 pages), 10 sources, $ 111.95
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"This paper will discuss the concept of digital recording, with a focus on digital audio tape (DAT) recorders. The methods of digital recording sharply contrast those of analog recording which preceded them. Analog recording is based on the concept of capturing the shapes of sound waves as they vibrate in the air. In an analog recording, sound is "stored as a physical representation of the original soundform". An example of this can be seen in the squiggly lines which form the grooves on a phonograph record. With digital recording, on the other hand, computer technology is used to convert analog waveforms into numerical, or digital, data. In a compact disc (CD) player, this data is read by means of a laser; in a DAT player, it is read by means of a rotary tape head. Because digital recording uses numerical data instead of physical ... '
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Digital Black and White Photography, 2008.
An analysis of the history of digital photography and a comparison of its results with those of analog cameras, focusing on black and white developments.
1,353 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 45.95
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This paper argues that digital cameras are better than analogue cameras. Specifically, the paper looks briefly at the history of digital photography, at its utility in matters such as record-keeping and crime-fighting and at some noteworthy instances of digital photography producing impressive and compelling works. Finally, the paper looks at all of the various reasons why it may be said that digital black and white photography is better than analog black and white photography.
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"More than that, the technology that makes digital black and white photographs possible always runs the risk of becoming obsolete. For instance, the old Epson 2200, 7600, 9600 printers have been pushed aside by Epson Stylus Pro 4800, by the Epson Stylus Pro 7800, and by the Epson Stylus Pro 9800 (FLAAR Network, para.8); simply put, unlike the fairly low-maintenance prints rendered by analog cameras, the "splashy" digital B&W prints of today place photography enthusiasts in the uncomfortable position of seeking out new technological tools that have a (quite literally) a built-in obsolescence factor. Be that as it may, though, most photographers will gladly accept this trade-off if it means the chance to be more creative."
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Legalities of Digital Technology, 2006.
A look at privacy issues in the United States and Canada in relation to digital technologies.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 4 sources, $ 53.95
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As the globe becomes more dependent on digital technology to exchange information over the Internet societies are becoming more concerned with issues of privacy. Individuals surfing the net, purchasing products over the Internet, and corresponding with others via the World Wide Web are required to provide personal information that has the potential of being used illegally in many ways. The United States has relied on the wording of the fourth amendment of the constitution in past years to address privacy issues in the country. Yet, as digital technology has evolved the focus on this amendment to resolve privacy concerns in relation to digital media is restricted by privacy in relation to search and seizure. This paper discusses the issues of privacy in relation to digital media, focusing on how these issues are handled in the United States and Canada.
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Digital Radiography, 2006.
This paper defines and examines the topic of digital radiography which has basically replaced the need for traditional x-ray images and photography.
1,205 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 12 sources, MLA, $ 41.95
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This paper defines digital radiography as a branch of radiography which converts X-ray images to electronic data which can then be viewed and read by radiologists on a monitor. The writer stresses the convenience of being able to store digital radiographic images on computer discs. This paper details the various uses and advantages of digital radiography including the fact that this particular method is quicker and far more accurate than the previous practice of producing x-ray images. This paper discusses the differences between computed radiography and digital direct radiography while also delving into the pros and cons of both radiographic methods.
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"The 'Direct Digital Radiography' System provides options for the transition to digital technology. This system offers the highest quality images that are available in DR today. Developed only in recent years, the system can be used across a large number of potential applications. The advantages of the system are that it consists of two types of detectors, one direct and the other, indirect. In the setup for its imaging, indirect sensors convert x-rays into light, and then convert that into electronic signals. The images depend on both signal profiles as well as on image resolution. The system relies on a scintillation method, wherein x-ray energy may be converted into light, and this light can then be converted into electronic signals by thin-film diodes."
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Digital Downloading and its Impact on the Music Industry, 2008.
A detailed description of the effects that digital music distribution has on the music industry.
2,375 words (approx. 9.5 pages), 9 sources, APA, $ 72.95
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This paper discusses the music recording industry and how it has been impacted by digital music distribution. The paper relates that the early success the music labels had against the initial music file downloading sites were short lived, and legitimate digital downloading sites have since prospered. The paper then argues that major recording labels are suffering from the decline in CD sales, not because of music pirating, but because they refuse to recognize that consumers demand digital music downloading for its convenience and portability. The paper further emphasizes that digital music distribution and retailing is the future of the music industry and every relevant party seems to recognize this, except the music industry itself.
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Overview
Restructuring of the music Industry
New distribution model & Itunes
Online distribution variations
Conclusion
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"The music industry, in spite of its ineptitude and obstinacy over the past decade regarding digital music downloading, is finally realizing that whether it embraces downloading services such as iTunes and others, it must evolve with the digital age or face irrelevance. In order to compensate for the loss of revenues, the recording music industry has been examining their base revenues in order to determine if digital downloads can compensate completely for the decline in sales of CDs. Two of the major record labels, Sony and BMG, have even merged in order to expand their catalogues (Recording, 2007). There have been efforts made to encourage EMI to merge with one of the remaining three major record labels but thus far these remaining major record labels have resisted further consolidation. However, EMI undertook its own internal restructuring by merging its two main record labels in the US market during the first half of 2007 and Warner Music was sold during 2004 creating even more churn in the industry (Recording, 2007). Yet, perhaps the most visible change is the industry is the downsizing or disappearance of retail music stores, which has begun to accelerate."
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The Digital Divide, 2006.
An analysis of a few articles which address the issue of the digital divide in today's society.
1,124 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 38.95
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There are many in today's society who do not have access to the internet and this fact automatically makes them 'digitally challenged'. This paper analyzes three articles which tackled the different dimensions or facets of the digital divide in the United States. Through the article analyses, the researcher posits that the problem of digital divide has multiple, rather than one, facet. This means that at present, the internet-oriented society confronts 'digital divides' of different kinds: Stratification in terms of access, use and even knowledge or education about the internet.
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"At present, societies from all over the world are rapidly becoming Internet-oriented, where almost all daily activities are mediated by or use Internet and computer technologies. The vital role of the Internet is especially addressed in increasing one's level of knowledge and becoming an aid in achieving formal education. Moreover, because of the generally-beneficial effects of Internet technology to society, accessing and using it has become imperative for all members of these Internet-oriented societies.
However, a digital divide exists despite the proliferation of Internet technology and use. There are still stratified groups that do not have access to the computer and Internet. Moreover, apart from lack or absence of access, the lack of skills and knowledge to use the Internet is another problem that relevant institutions such as the government and schools have been trying to curb by offering free access and training programs to the public about Internet use."
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Digital Imaging, 2005.
This paper discusses some of the uses of digital imaging in business.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 3 sources, $ 26.95
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This paper explains how scanners can transfer text and pictures into digital form for manipulation and storage. The author points out that digital imagining allows storage in a smaller area. The paper relates that digital imagining manipulates information into a different format for use in desktop publishing of company documents and similar uses.
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"Digital imaging has a wide variety of uses today, serving as a new means of photography, empowering office copiers, allowing for the transfer of images over long distances, and so on. Digital technology is computer technology translating information into a series of numbers, computer code that can be read and transformed back into the original form. Digital information can be text, sound, or pictures when translated, and in its digital form the information can be stored, retrieved, sent from one place to another, and altered, all with greater ease than changing the original material. Digital imaging in the workplace is found in office computers, copiers, fax machines, databases, and so on."
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