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Electronic Music, 2005.
The history of electronic music.
7,232 words (approx. 28.9 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 160.95
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This paper looks at the history of electronic music and how this history can help explain the way music is made today. The paper describes the different types of electronic music, the instruments used to make electronic music, composers of electronic music, the development of the synthesizer, and how computers are used to generate music.
Outline
Changing Instrumentation
Electronic Music
The Development of the Synthesizer
The Music
Computer Music
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"Electronic music has become a staple in popular music, a vital part of experimental and avant-garde music, and an occasional means of performing classical music. Different types of electronic production are also common for music in films, television programs, and commercials. Electronic music has been produced in some form for more than a century, but it has become more common with the creation of the synthesizer and other electronic instruments, and even more common as these and similar devices have been computerized and digitized. The synthesizer can simulate an entire orchestra or just one or two instruments. The adept user can produce a wide variety of sounds, composing in studio or in performance. A single user can thus use this system to produce short or long works, including adding a soundtrack to a silent film at minimal cost and without the need for a studio full of musicians. The synthesizer was produced after decades of experimentation with electronic music as different composers sought ways to express themselves in this manner."
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Wiretapping, Electronic Surveillance and Electronic Eavesdropping, 2002.
This paper analyzes the US Supreme Courts decision on wiretapping, electronic surveillance and electronic eavesdropping.
4,400 words (approx. 17.6 pages), 8 sources, $ 160.95
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This paper looks at the history and past case law and what led up to the current laws. The author evaluates the state of the law today and discusses if it should be changed or if it has recently changed taking into account the events of September 11th.
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Electronic Money, 2008.
This paper discusses electronic money in relation to the traditional banking methods, analyzing Berndt Kempa's article "Money in an Electronic World".
2,619 words (approx. 10.5 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 78.95
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The writer notes that in his enlightening article regarding electronic money, "Money in an Electronic World", Bernd Kempa argues that electronic funds are not likely to replace traditional money any time soon but that the role of the central bank in determining a country's monetary policy may be affected. The writer points out that the Kempa voices these concerns in closing his research in which he successfully illustrates the development of electronic funds and cash. The writer discusses that companies such as eBay and Amazon.com have turned the retail industry upside down and these two companies alone handle billions of dollars annually in electronic funds across international markets without ever handling physical currencies. Yet, the writer maintains that central banks will continue to determine monetary policy because the simple fact is that none of these new economy institutions or the electronic funds that accompany new business models creates money themselves. The writer concludes that they only move currency values that have been created via traditional channels.
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Author Analysis
Developments in Electronic Money
Conclusion
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"These observations are, while not being indicative of an impending catastrophe, somewhat alarming for economists who might be concerned with monetary policy at the national level. However, by raising such alarms, the author does not adequately support why he believes electronic funds might hold the potential to undermine such national economic and monetary policy when, in fact, all electronic funds originate first with the issuance of funds through traditional channels. No company that regularly operates in the financial markets, private or otherwise, has the ability to generate funds, whether electronic or otherwise, in any manner that supersedes the role or the oversight of the central banking systems."
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Electronic Payment Systems, 2005.
This paper discusses the use of electronic payment systems in banking and global e-commerce.
2,655 words (approx. 10.6 pages), 11 sources, APA, $ 79.95
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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.
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Electronic Fund Transfer
Electronic Payment System
Global Electronic Payment Systems and E-Commerce
Electronic Payment Systems in Developing Countries
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"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."
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Electronic Signatures and E-commerce Development, 2002.
A comprehensive look at the use of electronic signatures and other forms of identity authentication in an attempt to protect business over the internet.
9,320 words (approx. 37.3 pages), 110 sources, APA, $ 192.95
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As more and more human activities can be undertaken on the internet, such as entertainment and commerce, the challenge is set now for governments and international institutions to ensure high levels of security for electronic communications, both private and commercial. Through the analysis of the technological background, the international legislative framework and sociological issues, the paper evaluates and highlights the main drawbacks and problems related with electronic communication. It identifies the structural, legislative and sociological reasons which prevent a generalized adoption of means of authentication and secure communication on-line, such as electronic signatures. The paper indicates solutions and guidelines to conduct electronic commerce and electronic communications to a broader diffusion and to build the average man?s confidence in trading and interacting online.
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Executive Summary
Overview
Findings
Electronic Signature - Technology, System and Law
From Hand-Written to Electronic Signature
Technology
Electronic Signatures
Key Based Systems
Digital Signature
System
Public Key Infrastructure
PKI in Practice
The Different Approaches
Law
UNCITRAL Model Laws
European Union
North America - USA and Canada
Australia, Japan and Singapore
Cross-Border Recognition
Confidence and Development
Structural Electronic Signature?s Drawbacks in Comparison with the Hand-Written Signature
Legal Framework?s Limits
Security Weaknesses and Risks with the Internet
Development
Conclusions
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"Apart from these evaluations, both signatures are mechanisms for secure information management and ?symbols that signifies intent? , specifically the intention to authenticate a documents. Intent means that a security system must guarantee the non-repudiation of a message containing a declaration by assuring that the sender cannot later deny having sent that message. The application of this function in the electronic context presents the most problematic issues because of the unclear definition of the non-repudiation technical meaning . The uncertainty of this definition and the doubts about the limits of the binding capacity of a declaration electronically signed are probably one of the main reasons of the scarce confidence in using e-signatures to conclude on-line transaction."
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Electronic Marketing, 2006.
A summary of the book "Electronic Marketing: Integrating Electronic Resources into thee Marketing Process", which was written by Joel Reedy and Shauna Schullo and its relevance in e-commerce.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 1 source, $ 44.95
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This paper analyzes the book "Electronic Marketing: Integrating Electronic Resources into the Marketing Process", which was written by Joel Reedy and Shauna Schullo and published by Thomson in 2004. The paper suggests that this book is an excellent source for business people and general readers who are interested in learning about electronic marketing and related e-commerce issues.
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"Electronic Marketing: A Book Summary Electronic Marketing: Integrating Electronic Resources into the Marketing Process was written by Joel Reedy and Shauna Schullo and published by Thomson in 2004. This book is an excellent source for business people and general readers who are interested in learning about electronic marketing and related e-commerce issues. Six chapters are particularly useful and informative, and require extended examination and discussion. In the chapter, Introduction to the Resources of Electronic Marketing, the authors examine why electronic marketing has expanded so rapidly over the past ten years."
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Electronic Payment Methods, 2004.
An overview of the main features and benefits of electronic payment methods.
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 46.95
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This paper provides an overview of electronic payment methods and outlines the relative advantages of electronic payment methods both for customer service and increased profitability. The main features of electronic payment cards, which include credit cards, virtual credit cards, debit cards, and charge cards, are described, and the main characteristics of successful e-payment methods are outlined. The recent successes of PayPal and VeriSign are outlined, and the author?s personal interest in the subject is discussed.
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Electronic Payment Methods
Main Features of Electronic Payment Methods
Electronic Payment Methods, PayPal and VeriSign
Personal Interest in Electronic Payment Methods
Additional Information on Electronic Payment Methods
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"Successful e-payment methods share a number of characteristics. These are: independence, interoperability and portability, security, anonymity, divisibility, ease of use, and transaction fees. Independence refers to the ability of e-commerce methods to operate without installing specialized software. Those e-commerce methods that do not require specialized hardware or software are more likely to be successful. Interoperability and portability refers to the ability of forms of e-commerce to interlink with other enterprise applications and systems. Security is an important consideration that encompasses the safety of the transfer and the chance of the transfer being intercepted. Anonymity is a characteristic of cash payments, where payment cannot be traced back to the buyer."
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Electronic Payment Systems, 2006.
An examination of virtual money, electronic payment systems and newer modes of money not yet in place.
6,452 words (approx. 25.8 pages), 13 sources, MLA, $ 149.95
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This paper presents an in-depth study of electronic payment systems, their history, advantages and disadvantages. The paper describes the different forms of electronic payment systems and discusses the impact of the internet and electronic cash on the banking system and how we exchange money. Definitions of different types of electronic currency are provided as well as a brief comparison of electronic money systems in Europe and the United States. The paper also discusses smart card technology. Finally, the paper looks at possible electronic payment systems of the future and poses new questions that must be addressed regarding the application and future use of these systems.
History
Foundation of Electronic Banking
Automatic Clearing Houses
Credit Cards
Debit Cards
E-money
Smart Cards
System For the Future
Conclusion
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"To be able to understand the electronic systems in use today, it is important to look into the early history of electronic banking. All of the systems in use now have their foundations in the early systems that were developed thirty years ago. It is interesting to note that the history of early electronic banking parallels the time frame of Internet development. The Internet has always been an integral part of electronic banking and will continue to play a vital part in the electronic world of the 21st century."
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Electronic Banking, 2006.
This paper argues in favor of electronic banking rather than traditional checks.
2,135 words (approx. 8.5 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 66.95
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This paper explains that, while there are some consumers who remain loyal to checks for security reasons and the comfort of seeing things in print, more and more customers are enjoying electronic payments; therefore, electronic transactions are transforming the banking industry. The author points out that, in addition to electronic payments being convenient, they are less expensive for the consumer, particularly through the use of online bill payment, and offer opportunities for rewards for using credit and debit cards. The paper states that, in other countries, banks have been able to make checks all but obsolete by charging considerably more for check transactions than for other forms of payment. The paper includes several long quotations.
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Introduction
Electronic Payments vs. Traditional Checks
The Advantages of Electronic Transactions for Banks
Conclusion
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"Although the Banking System is moving toward becoming paperless, American's still write more checks per person than any other industrialized nation. An article entitled "Why do we Use so many checks" asserts that in the year 2000 49.6 billion checks were written and were valued at $47.7 trillion. The author explains that unlike other countries the United States experienced an increase in check writing during the 1990's which has contributed to the continued use of checks. As was previously mentioned in this discussion, the number of checks that are now being used has begun to decrease, but it is still a significant amount. "
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Electronic Arts, 2007.
An analysis of Electronic Arts, a leading provider of interactive software games and online gaming.
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The paper discusses how Electronic Arts strives to be the market leader for games played on next-generation gaming systems. The paper relates that Electronic Arts develops, markets, publishes and distributes products for 12 different hardware platforms. The paper outlines the objectives for Electronic Arts that include a variety of new game releases. The paper describes how the company's leaders have played a significant role in Electronic Arts' success. The paper contends that their commitment to ethics sets Electronic Arts apart. The paper discusses their strengths, weaknesses and opportunities. The paper examines the threat of the intensely competitive nature of the industry.
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Company Description
Organizational Assessment
Strategic Directions:
Implications
Assess the Company's Strategy
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"Electronic Arts is headquartered in Redwood City, California. In addition to this facility that doubles as a development studio, they also have studios in Los Angeles, Orlando, Chicago, Montreal, Tokyo, Chertsey, Guildford, and Warrington, England and employ approximately 7,200 people. This leading provider of interactive software games and online gaming recorded revenues of nearly $3 billion for the fiscal year ending March 2006, a decrease of 5.7% from their 2005 revenues. Operating profit was most recently reported at $325 million, a significant 51.4% decrease from 2005. Net profit, for fiscal year ending March 2006, was reported at $236 million, a decrease of 53.2% from 2005 figures ("Electronic Arts")."
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Electronic Medical Records and Security, 2008.
This paper looks at the subject of electronic medical records, focusing on security and confidentiality issues.
2,906 words (approx. 11.6 pages), 15 sources, MLA, $ 86.95
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In this article, the writer notes that advances in computer technology and the development of the Internet have enabled the healthcare community to maintain medical records electronically, which has been beneficial for patients and healthcare providers alike. The writer points out that there is also a downside to this system of electronic record keeping, for it also renders the private medical records of patients vulnerable to unauthorized access. The writer notes that the healthcare community has a professional and ethical responsibility to formulate and implement appropriate policies to deal with such risks. The writer discusses that the emergence of electronic medical records systems presents security challenges, for such records are far more vulnerable to unauthorized access by third parties than paper records kept in a doctor's office, a nursing station, or a clinic. The writer maintains that protecting the privacy of patients is essential, not only because of the vital importance of ethical medical treatment, but because of emerging confidentiality issues related to electronic medical records.
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Introduction
Literature Review
Discussion
Conclusion
References
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"The literature review clarifies that the healthcare community has a professional and ethical responsibility to formulate and implement appropriate policies to deal with the risks to confidentiality imposed by electronic medical record keeping. It is evident that the development and expansion of electronic medical records systems presents a wide range of security, ethics, and medical research interest challenges.
"The fundamental issue underlying all other issues is the fact that electronic medical records are far more vulnerable to unauthorized access by third parties than paper medical records were. Protecting the privacy of patients has always been essential because of the vital importance of providing ethical and confidential medical treatment, but it has also been essential to conduct medical research, which requires access to healthcare data on a general and individual patient basis. Consequently, everyone involved in this debate and affected by it must understand the implications of restricting electronic access to medical records."
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Consumer Portable Audio Electronic Products, 2007.
A SWOT analysis of the consumer portable audio electronic products industry.
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The paper examines the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats in the audio electronic industry, specifically portable products like MP3 players. The paper discusses the growing market, focusing on companies like Sony and Toshiba. The paper discusses brand awareness of these products and discusses development agreements between companies such as Nike and Apple, where iPods would be attached to running shoes to measure distances. The paper concludes that while the market is booming, with the average consumer spending $250 a year on music, this could be nearing saturation point.
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Strengths
Weaknesses
Opportunities
Threats
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"Continual new product development - The dominant approach this industry generates new demand is through new product development. Apple's research and development spend dominates the industry today and has lead to the adoption of wireless and potentially cellular TV on the iPod platform. Growing international sales - The continued focus on growing global sales through the development of distribution channels, varying music and video formats, and a focus on bringing localized content to specific areas of the world where digitized music is not available today."
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Electronic Health Information Security, 2008.
A review of the security aspect and risks involved in electronic computer systems.
1,297 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 43.95
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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.
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External Threats to Electronic Healthcare Information
Internal Threats to Electronic Healthcare Information
Physical Loss of Electronic Healthcare Information
Conclusion
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"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. "
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Electronic Information, 2002.
A discussion of privacy issues and technical concerns of electronic information.
1,135 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 39.95
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This paper uses an interview with a sales manager for VeriSign, one of the world?s largest suppliers of digital security certificates, as a developmental theme and discusses three primary issues concerning electronic privacy. Through a literature review, it analyzes the concerns regarding security issues of the two major participants in electronic commerce, the companies that wish to sell products and the customers who want to buy those products. It looks at how credit card fraud online approaching $1 billion and how security verification is a primary concern facing businesses. It also considers the issues of privacy that have reached a critical mass, so important that the government has formed a special panel to study which privacy elements should be the basis of legal reform. It concludes with an academic overview of some of the technical issues concerned with electronic commerce.
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"Security has become one of the primary concerns when any organization connects to the Internet and a great many articles address various aspects of this problem (Day, 1997; O?Harrow, 2000). One of the best studies was that done by Lopez (1996) who analyzed a 1995 study of 1290 information network managers that reported substantial financial losses due to ineffective, or misdirected network security. Twenty percent of those respondents indicated that breaches in network security stemming from Internet connections were to blame. Of the companies that indicated a crack in network security, losses were estimated to be above one million dollars (Lopez, 1996, 40)."
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