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Information Technology, 2006.
This paper is an extensive discussion of information technology (IT) as it relates to strategic management.
18,275 words (approx. 73.1 pages), 23 sources, APA, $ 249.95
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This paper investigates the definition of information technology and the manner in which it is used by focusing on several pertinent issues related to the successful implementation of information systems within organizations. The author points out thriving IT implementations at several corporations, including General Electric, Cisco Systems and Apple, as well as the techniques of three CEOs, who have guided the development of IT within their companies. The paper examines current and future information systems trends. The paper includes several long quotations and charts.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Introduction of Computer Systems
Definition of IT
E-mail
Internet
Extranet
Intranet
Local Area Network (LAN)
Wide Area Network (WAN)
Current Usage of IT
Use of Information Technology in Problem Solving
IT and Corporate Strategy
Relation between IT And Corporate Strategy
Current Theory Relating IT and Corporate Strategy
Success of General Electronics, Cisco systems and Apple computer
General Electric (GE)
SWOT Analysis of GE
Cisco Systems
SWOT Analysis of Cisco
Apple Computers
SWOT Analysis Apple Computer
Strategy of Jack Welch, Carol Bartz and Steve Jobs
Jack Welch
Carol Bartz
Steve Jobs
Effect of Investments on IT systems
Financial Theories
Probability Theory
Real Options Theory
The Strategic Objectives of an ROI Analysis
The Place of the Proposed IT Investment in the Overall Enterprise
Technology Infrastructure
Business Processes
Organizational Environment
External Relationships
Choosing the Right Type of Analysis
Financial
Effectiveness
How the ROI Analysis Fits into IT Investments
Data Collection of ROI in IT Sector
Application of IT and IT Changes
IT for Internal Operation
IT for Business Units and Synergy Effect
IT for Products
Conclusion
Current Trend
Forecasting Future Trend
Improvements
Types of Security
Cryptography and Encryption
Authentication
Network Architecture and Physical Security
Firewalls and Perimeter Security
Wireless Network Security
Benefits of Accepting Dynamic IT System Rather Than Stable Business Environment
Limitations of Study
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"The authors explain that there are many different strategies that can be used to integrate IT with the corporate strategy. However the initial step is always to identify the company's business objectives and existing corporate strategy. Therefore SISP is always based on the existing strategy. For instance, a basic tenant of Information Engineering is "if the business objectives do not change then the data the organization needs to use and the functions it needs to carry out will not change . . . therefore we can model the enterprise."' If no strategy is apparent, SIS planners are advised to create one ."
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The Role of Privacy in Healthcare Information Systems Technology, 2001.
This paper examines today's new Healthcare Information Systems Technology and how they affect the patient's privacy.
6,450 words (approx. 25.8 pages), 12 sources, MLA, $ 149.95
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This paper discusses privacy and today's growing information systems technology in all fields, specifically on healthcare. Computerization of health care information, while offering new, viable opportunities to improve and streamline the health care delivery system, the author finds, also presents new challenges to individual privacy interests in personal health care data. He feels that technical and organizational capabilities to secure and maintain confidentiality in data must work in tandem with legislation to preserve those privacy interests while making appropriate information available for approved uses.
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"Concerns over the privacy and security of electronic health information fall into two general categories: concerns about inappropriate releases of information from individual organizations; and concerns about the systemic flows of information throughout the health care and related industries. Inappropriate releases from organizations could result either from authorized users who intentionally or unintentionally access or disseminate information in violation of organizational policy, or from outsiders who break into an organization's computer system. The second category--systemic concerns--refers to the open disclosure of patient-identifiable health information to parties that may act against the interests of the specific patient or may otherwise be perceived as invading a patient's privacy. These concerns arise from the many flows of data across the health care system, between and among providers, payers, and secondary users, with or without the knowledge of the patient. These two categories of concerns are conceptually quite different requiring different interventions or countermeasures (?For the Record,? 1997, 54)."
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Information Technology Security, 2007.
An analysis of information technology security and steps to be taken to prevent its breach.
895 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 2 sources, APA, $ 31.95
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This paper discusses various concepts regarding information technology security. Specifically, it focuses on denial of service (DOS) attacks and describes measure that can be taken by Internet community members to prevent them. It then looks at digital certificates and signatures and what steps the sender and receiver must take in order to send or receive a digital signature. The paper concludes by discussing cryptographic systems.
Table of Contents:
DOS Attacks
Digital Certificates
Digital Signatures
SSL/TLS and PPTP as Cryptographic Systems
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"In the security triad of confidentiality, integrity and availability, extreme implementation to any one of the three will render the two others as weak. Hence, if too much emphasis is put on security by protecting the level of confidentiality availability and integrity of the system will be compromised. If users are given too much access (availability) to the system, then confidentiality will suffer. Although weak cryptographic protocols, SSL/TLS and PPTP are still widely used because they are easy to deploy and implementation is simpler. If the system being protected is not highly confidential, then these three protocols are enough to serve its purpose. For more secure systems, newer and more advanced systems (more difficult to implement) must be used to attain the required level of security."
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Information Technology, Fraud and Abuse, 2002.
A paper which describes laws and codes of conduct relating to information technology abuse.
1,329 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 44.95
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The paper describes the relationships between the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act of 1986 and the Codes of Conduct and Good Practice for Certified Computer Professionals as published by the ICCP.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Application of Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (1986) and ICCP Codes of Conduct and Good Practice
Violations of Proper Codes of Conduct
Computer Crime Prevention Techniques
Conclusion
Appendix A (Sample Organizational Security Plan)
References
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"It is estimated that as much as 90% of computer crime is unreported because businesses do not wish to make known the vulnerability it extends to customers, suppliers, and stockholders. A major concern is the threat of intrusion by employees, competitors, and others. The concern is that individuals may gain access to computer facilities, systems, software, and data to commit a variety of computer crimes, such as stealing data; damaging or vandalizing hardware, software, or data; using computer software illegally; or committing fraud."
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Wireless Technology: Security and Privacy Issues, 2006.
An examination of the security and privacy of wireless Internet technology.
3,441 words (approx. 13.8 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 97.95
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This paper discusses the subject of wireless Internet access and technology and security across wireless networks in relation to both e-commerce and private uses across Internet traffic. The paper looks at cybercrime and how wireless Internet access enhances some of these cybercrime activities. The paper also explains how organizations and business should incorporate security and data encryption across their networks.
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Abstract
Overview
Commercial & Business Impact
Security Concerns
The Internet
Protection Technologies
Conclusion
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"Wireless technology essentially refers to how one accesses the internet via any wireless methodology and is commonly known as WiFi or wireless fidelity. Security and privacy are important concerns in relation to the internet in any circumstance but these concerns are heightened when wireless technology is concerned because anyone with the appropriate technology can access networks across the internet via wireless access points even with appropriate security enhancements. The internet and all of the convenience, entertainment, and community it fosters often overshadows a darker underbelly that tends to get lost in all the popular press on the great things that are being done across this vast, global network which are concerns heightened with wireless access."
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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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The Role of Privacy in Healthcare Information Systems Technology, 2001.
An analysis of how the development of information systems in health care poses a new challenge for the protection of privacy.
6,600 words (approx. 26.4 pages), 14 sources, MLA, $ 151.95
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This extensive study explores how computerization of health care information, while offering new, viable opportunities to improve and streamline the health care delivery system, also presents new challenges to individual privacy interests in personal health care data. It also shows that technical and organizational capabilities to secure and maintain confidentiality in data, must work in tandem with legislation to preserve those privacy interests while making appropriate information available for approved uses.
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"Concerns over the privacy and security of electronic health information fall into two general categories: concerns about inappropriate releases of information from individual organizations; and concerns about the systemic flows of information throughout the health care and related industries. Inappropriate releases from organizations could result either from authorized users who intentionally or unintentionally access or disseminate information in violation of organizational policy, or from outsiders who break into an organization's computer system. The second category--systemic concerns--refers to the open disclosure of patient-identifiable health information to parties that may act against the interests of the specific patient or may otherwise be perceived as invading a patient's privacy. These concerns arise from the many flows of data across the health care system, between and among providers, payers, and secondary users, with or without the knowledge of the patient. These two categories of concerns are conceptually quite different requiring different interventions or countermeasures (?For the Record,? 1997, 54). "
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Internet and Technologies Security, 2008.
This paper explores the impact of the Internet on technologies security.
1,572 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 51.95
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The paper discusses the inherent threats of the Internet network that is comprised of hundreds of millions of nodes and users, with no laws regarding snooping and eavesdropping. The paper looks at web attacks that may take the form of repurposed programming, ActiveX controls, phishing and snooping. The paper therefore shows how the most important impact the Internet has had on the information technology security of organizations is the time and resource requirements now needed to remain secure.
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"The internet can be defined as a worldwide communications network originally developed by the U.S. Department of Defense as a distributed system with no single point of failure (Galassi, 2007). The Internet has seen an explosion in commercial and personal use since the development of web browsers. In fact, the internet is now the number one marketing device for businesses of all types and sizes. Some of the reasons for the internet's popularity as a marketing channel are the internet's growth, worldwide presence and access to consumers, low cost, and the fact that home based businesses look like any other business (Muske, 2000)."
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Information Systems Security Strategy, 2007.
A comparative analysis of the information systems security strategies of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).
2,196 words (approx. 8.8 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 68.95
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This paper examines how, since the 9/11 incidents, information systems security has been a primary concern by all organizations as a result of the consequences that resulted in the loss of data and information in the ensuing attacks. It discusses the information systems security strategies of two federal agencies: the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). It looks at how these two distinct agencies are opposites in term of their mandates; one is the premier law enforcement and security agency of the nation that already has a hard core security function as its mission while the other one sets the standards in various aspects of technology and business processes.
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"The FBI is the premier federal law enforcement and criminal investigative body of the United States. It is under the Department of Justice (DOJ) and has as its mission: "To protect and defend the United States against terrorist and foreign intelligence threats, to uphold and enforce the criminal laws of the United States, and to provide leadership and criminal justice services to federal, state, municipal, and international agencies and partners." Its current director, Robert S. Mueller III, literally went through a "baptism of fire" because of the 9/11 terrorist attacks. He was recently sworn in a week before the attacks (September 4, 2001) thus not having the luxury of a "honeymoon period" in the agency. In fiscal year 2006, the total budget of the FBI was approximately $5.7 billion, including $495 million in program increases to enhance counterterrorism, counterintelligence, cyber crime, information technology, security, forensics, training, and criminal programs ."
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Teenager's Awareness of Information Security, 2008.
A research proposal for an analytical assessment of teenagers' awareness and their lack of implementing information security and online privacy concepts.
8,487 words (approx. 33.9 pages), 13 sources, APA, $ 179.95
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This work contains a research proposal for a behavioral medication intervention for teens ages 12 to 17, as well as for their parents and peer-groups. It presents an initiative to facilitate a change in behavior relating to the way teenagers perceive information technology security and privacy identification issues and threats while interacting with media via the Internet.
Table of Contents:
Chapter 1 - Introduction to the Study
Introduction
Statement of the Problem
Background of the Problem
Purpose of the Study
Research Design
Scope and Delimitation
Limitations
Theoretical Conceptual Support for the Study
Assumptions
Research Questions
Significance of Study
Social Change
Definition of Terms
Acronyms
Summary
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"The research design of this study is qualitative in nature and will be implemented through survey/questionnaires and focus group studies using behavioral modification intervention which makes the individuals ages 12-17, their parents, and their peer-groups cognitively aware of the inherent dangers when interacting with media via the Internet and which is geared toward changes that will ensure safety and security for these individuals when participating in online media communities. This intervention is to be introduced at the community level. Peer-group and parent support will provide the necessary supports needed to reinforce the behavioral changes for this age group and further the information provided to the parents will ensure that they have the necessary knowledge and capacity to ensure that they are positive reinforcers of safety and security issues. Peer-group normative behavior will further assist in this behavioral change as the normative behavior is established and then reinforced in and among members of the peer group in relation to Internet safety and security measures."
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Information Security, 2007.
A development of a security assessment model for information security.
7,461 words (approx. 29.8 pages), 16 sources, MLA, $ 164.95
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This paper describes and analyzes the problems and risks with information security in the modern world. It then attempts to develop and test a five-dimensional information security assessment model. The security assessment models aims to include administrative security controls, employee security controls, physical security controls, logical security controls and data communication security controls.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Problem Statement
Significance of the Study
Background of the Study
Literature Review
Methodology
Research Objectives
Research Method
Research Design
Sampling Unit
Sampling Frame
Method of Selecting the Sample Elements
Scale Development
Data Analysis
Our Information Security Model
Questionnaires
Reliability and Validity of the Results
Advantages
Delimitations
Ethical Issues
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"Since encryption is so widely used, there are numerous advancements made in its genre, and the latest enhancement was the central government's key escrow encryption proposal. This is more commonly called the Clipper Chip and the Capstone chip. The Clipper Chip, as the name suggests comes in the size and form of a chip and holds the private key encryption algorithm. The Capstone chip, also in the form of the chip, holds the public key encryption algorithm. Both the encryption algorithms used in these chips when sold off have to be recorded in two different government or government-supported companies. This way the government has the inside access to these algorithms in case they need to use them for implementation of the regulations or public security functions (McNab 2004)."
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Information Systems Security, 2004.
A discussion on the negative consequences to an organisation that suffers a major security breach to a core information system.
3,677 words (approx. 14.7 pages), 23 sources, MLA, $ 102.95
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This paper discusses information systems (IS) security and focuses on three areas relating to IS security. These three sections cover the possible impact a major information security breach has on an organisation, the security frameworks an organisation should adopt to protect and information system and describe the OCTAVE risk based strategic assessment and planning technique specifically designed for information systems security.
Outline
Introduction
Information System Security Breaches ? Impacts on Organisation
Information Systems Security Framework
OCTAVE and Information Systems Security
Bibliography
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"Information systems (IS) security is challenging most organisations in the world today. As organisations recognise the importance of information to compete and be successful in business, an increase in security awareness to protect this information has also followed. As a greater reliance has been placed of information systems by organisations, the need to protect IS systems have never been so relevant as they are today. Highly publicised security breaches have made organisations realise how this can affect business, particularly when it relates to confidential, financial and personal information."
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Veterans Affairs Information Security, 2008.
Looks at mitigating information security vulnerabilities at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
2,690 words (approx. 10.8 pages), 12 sources, APA, $ 80.95
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This paper explains that information security at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is very important because the VA is the largest administrator of healthcare services and insurance in the United States and provides a wide range of benefits and services for millions of American citizens, which involves extensive e-commerce. The author relates that a security problem in 2006 caused the Department to hire an outside consultation services to evaluate its information security procedures. The paper discusses this decision and describes the outsourcing process.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Review and Discussion
Analysis of Outsourcing and Information Security Risks.
Costs and Benefits Relating to Outsourcing
Security Functions and Security Considerations when Outsourcing
Outsourcing Processes and Procedures
Conclusion
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"In those cases where the decision is made to outsource a given security function, due diligence can be accomplished through the vendor selection process and the request for proposal (RFP); these reviews are essential when assessing the potential scope and impact of an outsourcing arrangement on IT processes, infrastructure and staff, and the probable size of the outsourcing contract. Moreover, crafting such an RFP for outsourcing a VA security-related IT function becomes even more critical than an RFP for other types of vendor arrangements."
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Chief Information Security Officers, 2007.
This paper provides a phenomenological study of government and private industry chief information security officers (CISO).
7,554 words (approx. 30.2 pages), 15 sources, MLA, $ 165.95
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In this work the writer seeks to identify the skill set of the CISO, or the chief information security officer, in the business world of today with the complex problems that are faced. It is the belief of the researcher that there must be special and identifiable attributes and through phenomenological study of a vast amount of literature, survey and case study documentation, this work seeks to make those identifications. This paper discovers that there are most certainly special attributes of these individuals in performing their role and successfully fulfilling their responsibilities in such roles.
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Abstract
Objective
Significance of the Study
Hypothesis
Rationale
Literature Review
Ten Top Challenges Rates by Federal CISOs
Critical Technology Ratings of 10 Federal CISOs
Federal CISO and CIO Responsibilities
Figures
Use of Security Tools and Technology
Summary of the Literature Reviewed
Theoretical Framework
Research Question
Data Collection and Analysis
Testable Hypotheses
Rival Hypotheses
Contribution to the Body of Knowledge
Research Methodology
Data Collection and Analysis Design
Project Plan for Execution of Design and Reporting Results
Projected Results and Presentation of Projected Results
Bibliography
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"The rationale upon which this study is based is that in today's increasingly complex world of Information system and information technology and the applications that are utilized each and every day by the business and finance, economic, banking, governmental, and other transactions that are necessary for the world to function the responsibility that lay in the hands of the CISO, or 'Chief Information Security Office' is one of great import both in terms of their own stability, but the security of those depending upon them to carry that heavy load. There must be specific attributes that assist these individuals in skillfully carrying out their appointed role and that allows them to remain in their role successfully. This study seeks to identify a specific set of skills or attributes of these individuals through exploration of literature seeking to identify the same."
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Information Security.
This paper discusses the legal issues of information security in many countries, especially New Zealand.
3,085 words (approx. 12.3 pages), 15 sources, APA, $ 90.95
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This paper explains that more legislation is needed to specifically address areas of information security. New Zealand's most recent legislation on computer crime, the Crimes Amendment Act of 2003, lends legal coverage for the genre of typical computer crimes, but does not address how to apply these laws in the real world. The author points out that Belgium has a specific law addressing computer forgery, computer fraud, hacking, and sabotage, making them criminal offenses; unauthorized access of a computer system carries a sentence of imprisonment of three months to one year, and if this crime is committed with the intention to defraud, the term of imprisonment may be from six months to two years. The paper relates that People's Republic of China's law, which criminalizes unauthorized surveillance of information systems, imposes a fine in the amount of one to three times as much as the amount of the illegal income, and the confiscation of illegal income from these sales.
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"In particular, New Zealand companies have faced severe information security threats and resulting legal challenges, which the New Zealand government has addressed through legislation. Even as recent as 1997, New Zealand has faced difficulties with prosecuting information technology crimes as a result of a lack of Parliament Acts that provide laws relating to information technology crimes. Before the introduction of Acts between 2003 and 2004, prosecutions were attempted using laws that were designed before computers were commonplace and did not adequately address the advancements in information technology."
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