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Using Content Management Systems in Law Offices, 2009.
A comparison of two enterprise content management systems (ECM) -Oracle's Stellent Enterprise Content Management system and Vignette's suite of ECM solutions.
1,473 words (approx. 5.9 pages), 7 sources, MLA, AU$ 63.95
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This paper compares two industry-leading enterprise content management systems (ECM) - Oracle's Stellent Enterprise Content Management system and Vignette's suite of ECM solutions which includes its Web Content Management and Vignette Collaboration application. The paper examines the fundamental need for streamlining content workflows, accumulating content to transform it into knowledge, and creating a portal-based platform that allows for collaboration throughout the practice.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Defining Enterprise Content Management
Comparing Oracle Stellent and Vignette ECM Suites
Summary
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"On the aspect of Supporting Service Creation and Management, and Support for Client Referenceability and Technologies, Vignette dominates these two areas due to their longevity in their chosen markets including legal records management. Oracle's Stellent application has yet to create more streamlined service creation and management workflows, due mainly to the acquisition taking longer than expected. The integration of the Stellent platform into the broader Oracle 11i platform is also proving to limit 3rd party database support, making the Oracle Stellent ECM suite appear to be moving in a more proprietary direction as a product. As the acquisition was completed in late 2006 and Oracle has made their Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) Fusion their top development priority, the full integration of Oracle Stellent has not progressed as rapidly as planned. As a result, the last factor of customer referenceability, Vignette has a significant advantage as well."
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Web Design, 2009.
This paper illustrates the simplicity of creating a webpage with the use of basic design principles.
2,973 words (approx. 11.9 pages), 10 sources, MLA, AU$ 113.95
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The paper attempts to show how anyone with basic computer skills can create web materials using some very simple stages and steps. The paper goes through these steps that consist of understanding client/organization goals and intentions, designing the website, testing its functionality, including technical (hardware) support and facilitating universal usability.
Outline:
Introduction
Understanding Client/Organization Goals and Intentions
Design
Function
Technical (hardware) Support
Universal Usability
Summary
From the Paper
"Web design is a complex process that involves the development of web materials and information that fits the goals of the function and or organization that is being developed on a website. (Lopuck 37) The development of web pages has often been thought of as a specialized area of expertise to be tackled by those who are trained in the tools used to create them, yet more recently designers have developed tools that allow any user to create web pages and host them without understanding the basic software applications that are normally used to do so. (Castro 13) Web pages, to a large degree have become an area of commonality, where nearly anyone with the ability to follow directions and use a PC can build a webpage, through basic design principles with limited skills. This trend creates a need for more basic understandings of web design that create usable pages that match the intention of the client and the purpose of the website and pages. (Mayhew 4)."
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Mac versus PC: Which Is Best For the Consumer?, 2009.
A comparison of Apple Macintosh and IBM PC-compatible computers to determine which is superior for the average consumer.
2,288 words (approx. 9.2 pages), 12 sources, APA, AU$ 91.95
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This paper looks at the longstanding rivalry between IBM PC-compatible systems and Apple Macintosh computers to determine specifically which type of laptop is best for the average consumer. The author compares Apple's MacOS X 10.4 with Microsoft Windows Vista Premium Edition and explains that the former has been shown to be consistently more stable than its Microsoft counterpart. Apple's dual processor strategy and its implication for the consumer is also described. However, in sheer numbers, Microsoft has far more customers,and almost ten times as many developers as Apple, and statistics show that the breadth and depth of applications generated for IBM PC-compatible laptops are far greater than those generated for the Apple Macintosh. The author compares prices, warranties and software, and concludes that the Apple PowerBook G4 clearly delivers exceptionally more value for a lower price given the software and warranty included in the standard price.
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Introduction
Operating System Price/Performance Comparisons
Ergonomics and Usability
Developer Communities and New Application Development
Feature Comparison
Conclusion
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"The largest value-added cost component of any laptop is the software royalties paid to 3rd party companies for the use of their operating systems and applications. It is common for $75 or more per IBM PC-compatible laptop to be paid to Microsoft for use of their operating system alone (Frakes, 2006). In fact Microsoft is known for having an expensive enterprise licensing model (Hedgebeth, 2007) which has forced many laptop manufacturers to consider open source operating systems including Linux. The cost for Microsoft Office on an IBM PC-compatible laptop can also add an additional $150 or more to the cost of manufacturing the laptop was well."
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Making Inventions Reality, 2009.
A discussion of the invention of the telegraph cable and the lessons we can learn from it.
1,198 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 10 sources, APA, AU$ 53.95
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The paper explains how the idea of running a telegraph cable all the way from North America to England became a reality in spite of many challenges along the way. The paper then discusses the process of an invention today that involves several official steps. The paper posits that the first transatlantic cable demonstrated that even supposed failures provide the knowledge needed to make a project a success in the end. The paper also specifies the attributes one needs to have in order to become a successful inventor.
History of the Project
To Dream a Dream
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"The telegraph was a marvelous invention that allowed people to communicate at speeds never thought possible. When Samuel Morse first invented the telegraph, America was soon blanketed with a network of telegraph lines (Leinhard). One of the first lines laid went under the New York Harbor. This task presented a host of challenging engineering problems (Leinhard). However, by 1851 a telegraph spanned the English Channel (Leinhard). These feats proved that even though this was a tricky task, to say the least, it was not an impossible one. This led inventors to dream big and soon the idea that a cable could be laid that would span the Atlantic ocean, connecting North America with Europe was born. This is the story of how that dream became a reality."
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DoubleClick, 2009.
An analysis of Doubleclick's acquisition of Abacus Direct.
2,475 words (approx. 9.9 pages), 14 sources, APA, AU$ 97.95
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This paper explains that the privacy challenges, which were inherent in DoubleClick's business model and further accentuated by its acquisition of Abacus Direct, have become a precedent for Internet privacy cases and litigation. The advantage of Abacus Alliance to DoubleClick was the ability to segment on additional dimensions, including the use of psychographics, with greater levels of accuracy. The paper relates DoubleClick's response to legal charges and its privacy policy and then provides suggestions for revising the company's information systems architecture.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Advantages of Abacus Direct
Critiquing DoubleClick's Response to Charges
Assessing DoubleClick's Privacy Policy
Revising and Augmenting an Information Systems Architecture
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"Despite the initial steps that DoubleClick had taken to respond to privacy advocates' concerns, the pressure continued until specific aspects of how cookies were managed, reporting managed and the integration of Abacus Data were handled were all modified. These steps also ensured that consumers' privacy would be maintained while not comprising the innate strengths of the DoubleClick business model and unique strengths as a platform for Internet marketing campaign planning and execution."
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Online Rhetoric, 2009.
A look at how the Internet has made new rhetoric possible.
1,085 words (approx. 4.3 pages), 4 sources, APA, AU$ 48.95
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This paper looks at how online collaboration software, such as Cisco's Web Ex, Microsoft Office Live, Google documents and dimdim.com, are changing the nature of rhetoric. The paper specifically examines how online collaboration software has made rhetoric less formal, more universally accessible, and more egalitarian.
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"Traditional rhetorical tools must still be used, however, to communicate new ideas and persuade group members to adopt novel points of view. The decision-making process also depends on how well group members use and respond to rhetoric. Of the five canons of traditional rhetoric, the one most drastically affected by online collaboration software is delivery. Technology makes an infinite array of delivery options possible, including those that contain video or audio content."
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Technology in Business Management, 2009.
A discussion on the necessity of technological knowledge in the modern global economy.
2,366 words (approx. 9.5 pages), 10 sources, MLA, AU$ 94.95
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The paper explores the role of technology in the practical application of business management and illustrates how even a charismatic leader with tremendous interpersonal skills will not be effective in management if he/she lacks technical expertise. The paper explains that while human skills are integral to counseling and mentoring employees, technological savvy is required to develop the right technological skills to take the organization and the employee's career into the next decade. The paper discusses companies such as the New York Times that have failed to innovate and adapt to technology, and have therefore seen their goods and services lose their value.
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"Once upon a time, what an individual majored in college was thought to have very little impact on what he or she did in 'the real world.' In-house training meant everything. Even MBA programs had 'math camps,' or grilling sessions in the basic mathematical skills for an individual to assume a role of senior manager. In other words, personal attributes of leadership were deemed more important than the technological skills for managers--these skills could be learned after college, in graduate school, on the job, and elsewhere. The CEO (Chief Executive Officer) was responsible for running the company, and positions such as the CIO (Chief Information Officer) were unheard-of, as technology was relegated to experts. Managers were supposed to focus on refining their 'people skills'--supervising, motivating, and measuring the performance of individuals, not on the technological nuts and bolts of the organization."
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Computers in Education, 2009.
An exploration of the benefits of computer technology in improving education.
3,497 words (approx. 14.0 pages), 9 sources, APA, AU$ 127.95
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The paper discusses the proliferation of computing technology across the second half of the 20th century and explores the opportunities computers and other technology offer to aid learning. The paper discusses in detail the benefits of catering to diversity, improving library systems and assisting all physical and learning disabilities. The paper then relates that socio-economic status is directly proportional to computer and Internet access, both at school and at home. The paper asserts that public education will benefit most when these enhancements become available to all.
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"Computers and computer based technologies have become a part of our everyday lives. For many Americans and for people around the world, the computer has come to be seen as a gateway to the conduction of all manner of personal, professional, consumerist and social activities, whether at home, at work and or while in transit. The fact of the computer's thorough integration into our lives is reflected with increasing seamlessness across generations, with our younger generations coming of age at a time when such technology is readily available, accessible and popularly appealing. As a point of fact, those who are entering elementary school today are considerably more likely to be well-acquainted already with the recreational and constructive aspects of the computer than were those who were entering into elementary school just a decade ago."
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DontDateCreeps.com, 2009.
A business plan for the DontDateCreeps.com website.
966 words (approx. 3.9 pages), 3 sources, APA, AU$ 44.95
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The paper focuses on the future activity of DontDateCReeps.com, an Internet dating website. The paper discusses the issue of order fulfillment and logistic processes and that of customer satisfaction. The paper also deals with legal aspects including online agreements, age verification and copyright protection.
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"DontDateCreeps.com is an online dating services website. Obviously, the main product traded between the website and its clients can be described as information. In other words, the website provides specific information that its clients require.
"This information is provided by different suppliers. The most important suppliers are the users that register and use DontDateCreeps.com. The whole idea is for them to offer truthful information on themselves in order for other users to contact them through the website, if the case."
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Technology, Pop Culture and the Blind, 2009.
The paper explores the accessibility of the blind to the advances of technology in popular culture.
812 words (approx. 3.2 pages), 3 sources, APA, AU$ 37.95
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The paper discusses how technology is capable of enhancing the blind's perception of popular culture and their interaction within it. The paper then shows how the blind will still be unable to experience the Information Age schema of popular culture in the same kind of depth with which a sighted person can. The paper adds that the difficulty the blind have in accessing this information is only likely to get worse as pop culture continues to evolve around the increasingly rapid intake and processing of new, visual information.
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"There is little denying the reality that popular culture is, in contemporary society, largely shaped by new developments in technology. It is an "environment of accelerated change, where the evolution of technology has become the primary force behind pop culture (Rudman, 2006). For the majority of people, the intersection of technology and popular culture can seem so seamless and ubiquitous as to be unnoticeable. Most, especially the younger generation, have fully adapted to a world of YouTube videos, blogging, virtual worlds, and 24-hour cell phone access.However, the fact that popular culture has become mired in technology, like the Internet, which can be a fundamentally visual medium, can present significant challenges for individuals who are blind or sight impaired."
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Teachers as Action Researchers, 2009.
A research proposal to find out if teachers at local high schools are using technology effectively in classroom instruction.
3,291 words (approx. 13.2 pages), 12 sources, APA, AU$ 122.95
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This paper looks at the idea of technology in the classroom as a learning technique that promotes cooperative learning and interaction between the students as they work on computers with one another. With the viewpoint that this interaction and the cooperative learning techniques that students learn can help them to succeed in school and in later life as they move into college or into their careers, the author reviews literature on whether cooperative instruction is better for all types of courses and learning or whether it only works well on some occasions are discussed. The paper also points out that when teachers are reluctant to use technology or when they do not have the resources that they need, the use of technology can become a problem for teachers and students alike. Thus, the paper addresses reasons why technology might not be used as much as it should be at the local high school. This paper includes a questionnaire in the appendix. Research methodology is explained and recommendations on analysis of the included survey are also provided.
Outline:
Introduction
Statement of the Problem
Research Question
Review of Related Literature
Methodology
Analysis
From the Paper
"If they do not learn about technology early on, they will be at a serious disadvantage in the future which could hurt their prospects for success. This would be very unfortunate, but there is also only so much that teachers and educators can do if they do not have the resources that they need to offer technology to their students. This could come from a lack of educators that are properly trained, a lack of funds, or a lack of equipment, among other things. This problem must be addressed, however, and once it has been addressed there are different solutions that can be proposed in order to attempt to correct it."
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Internet Technology and the Workplace, 2009.
This paper explores the opportunities and risks involved in introducing Web 2.0 technologies in the workplace.
1,773 words (approx. 7.1 pages), 6 sources, MLA, AU$ 74.95
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The paper relates that the exponential growth and adoption of Internet technologies in organizations continues to revolutionize how workgroups, teams, departments and divisions work with each other. The paper points out, however, that the speed and agility of communicating has also been problematic in terms of defining ethical guidelines. The paper then explains that a balance is needed between an organization's restrictive policies and the harnessing of these technologies for gaining greater productivity and stronger competitive advantage in the markets. Additionally, the paper highlights the need for a company to align its culture with ethical standards of conduct in the use of new technologies.
Outline:
Introduction
Harnessing the Rapid Change in Technology
Restrictive Polices versus Capturing Productivity
Conclusion
From the Paper
"The promise of all forms of interactive communication including those defined as Web 2.0 and form the foundation of social networking have the potential to significantly increase productivity, yet these technologies are "open" in terms of who one can communicate with. Many employers restrict the use of company e-mail systems for personal use, as this opens up legal liabilities to them and also can significantly impact e-mail system performance. There's a balance what is needed between restrictive policies and the harnessing of these technologies for gaining greater productivity and stronger competitive advantage in the markets served, including the ability to attract and retain qualified prospects over time. This shift from restrictive policies or a lack of new technology to adoption is seen in the rapid growth of Instant Messaging in companies, and with that, the exponential growth of Twitter as a means of microblogging and interactive communication."
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Information Technology and Nanotechnology, 2009.
The paper explores the relationship and interaction between information technology and nanotechnology.
5,408 words (approx. 21.6 pages), 24 sources, MLA, AU$ 173.95
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The paper offers a definition of nanotechnology and outlines its history, advantages, its present application and the possibilities and potential that exist in this technology. The paper then provides an overview and background of information technology and discusses the importance and future implications of information technology. The paper focuses on the relationship between nanotechnology and information technology and shows how it is one that is necessary and bodes well for the future with its promise of new applications and solutions.
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Introduction
Overview
Information Technology
Convergence: Information Technology and Nanotechnology
Conclusion
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"The future of modem society is often referred to in terms of technology and particularly new and innovative technological discoveries. While from one perspective science and technology has been blamed for many of the ills of modern society, such as the threat of climate change, on the other hand discoveries associated with new technologies have also increased optimism with regard to a better future for humanity. (Murphy & Pardeck, xv) One need only think of the controversy about the discoveries in genetics and cloning, which is seen as positive from a medical point of view and condemned from various ideological and mortal perspectives."
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The Job Interview, 2009.
Examines how employment interviews have changed ethically since the 1950s to the present.
2,660 words (approx. 10.6 pages), 13 sources, APA, AU$ 103.95
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This paper discusses how employment interviews have undergone many changes in the area of ethics since the 1950s. The paper looks at how, during the 1950's and 1960's, there was much less emphasis placed on ethics in the employment interviewing process when compared with the emphasis placed on interviewing ethics in the current organizational environment. The paper also looks at how, during that same period, there was a great deal of unethical behavior in the interviewing process as it pertained to women and minorities. However, it seems there was also less deception on the part of employers and employees during this time in history. The paper concludes that, overall, there were substantial changes in employment interview ethics over the past sixty years.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Employment Interview Ethics
1950s and 1960s
1970s and the 1980s
1990s through the Present
Conclusion
From the Paper
"As it pertains to pre-employment screening, some employers are using drastic measures to ensure that applicants possess the character that the organization desires to have in an employee. To this end, some organizations perform electronic searches on individuals seeking employment. Such searches are used to "weed out" any employees that could display behaviors that are undesirable to the company or organization. The type of information employers look for during such searches may include derogatory pictures or language the person has used."
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Dontdatecreeps.com, 2009.
An analysis of the business model for dontdatecreeps.com
1,180 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 11 sources, APA, AU$ 52.95
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This paper discusses the business model for the Website, dontdatecreeps.com. The paper first explains that the marketing strategy for dontdatecreeps.com relies on the foundational elements of social networking and Web 2.0 by creating an enterprise-wide collaboration platform. The paper then explains the marketing mix that is comprised of the service, pricing, promotion and distribution via the website. The paper concludes that dontdatecreeps.com needs to create a brand that is synonymous with trust and validation as well as embrace social networking as a strategy. A figure that explains Web 2.0 is included with the paper as well as table of Web 2.0 applications.
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Introduction
Marketing Strategy
Summary
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"Despite the convenience, immediacy and en masse adoption of the Internet and its use for buying, selling and bartering products and services, there is a lack of transparency and trust. This is especially true of the dating sites where participants often portray themselves by their best behaviors and attributes, often creating multiple identities depending on their intent (Sullivan, 2004). This practice is more prevalent with men versus women and has been found to be dependent on the attributes of honesty, amount of communication, consistency of intent and action, and valence (Gibbs, Ellison, Heino, 2006). Relying on just Google is clearly not going to provide an adequate enough glimpse into a person's personality and history."
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