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Voice Over Internet Protocol, 2008.
An analysis of the impact of voice over internet protocol on enterprise communications.
3,735 words (approx. 14.9 pages), 8 sources, APA, AU$ 134.95
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Voice over internet protocol (VoIP) is a viable technology for significantly decreasing communications costs while increasing the agility and responsiveness possible in serving customers. The intent of this paper is to provide an overview of how VoIPs' economic benefits and unique approach to capitalizing on the Internet make this communication technology a long-term viable competitor to public switch telephone network (PSTN). It also contends that VoIP is forcing change in the voice and data communications industries, benefiting both consumers and businesses in the process by forcing PSTN-based providers to be more aggressive on their pricing and free structures.
Outline:
Introduction
The Fundamentals of VOIP
VOIP Market Dynamics
Uses of VoIP
VOIP Competing Technologies and their Impact on the Enterprise
Potential Areas of Improvement for VOIP
Conclusion
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"The dominant competing technology to VoIP is Plain Switched Telephone Network (PSTN), which is the dominant installed technology in use throughout the majority of businesses and residences for both voice and data communication. PSTN began as an analog-based technology that relied on circuit-switched telephone networks. These circuit-switched networks form the foundation for how the Internet functions today using Internet Packet based Switching networks today. PSTN also was originally designed as a fixed-line telephone system, which is significantly different than the approach VoIP uses of multi-routing throughout switching networks to complete a call. Having originally begun as an analog-based technology, the majority of U.S.-based PSTN networks are digitally based, making clarity, speed, accuracy and asynchronous communication possible. PSTNs' legacy system installations and evolution to digital communication, in addition to the stability of the technology itself have led businesses to continue using this technology as their communication standard. "
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Future Ramifications of Scientific Discoveries, 2008.
A discussion of the possible negative future ramifications of today's scientific discoveries.
1,233 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 5 sources, MLA, AU$ 55.95
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This paper discusses the future ramifications of the scientific innovations of today. The paper suggests that through the work of scientists, human comfort and happiness has increased greatly, however it also concedes that one cannot know if negative ramifications will result from scientific discoveries. The paper provides some examples of scientific developments that have negative ramifications today.
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"There is one area of concern that science cannot totally resolve, unless it builds a time machine and can go into the future. That is, what are the total ramifications that result from science's wonders? Albert Einstein did not consider nuclear bombs when coming up with the equation of E=mc2 He considered himself a pacifist, yet encouraged the building of the bomb for fear that the Germans would create it first. He was looking toward the future. As he wrote to physicist Niels Bohr in December 1944, "When the war is over, then there will be in all countries a pursuit of secret war preparations with technological means, which will lead inevitably to preventative wars and to destruction even more terrible than the present destruction of life" (Clark, 2007, pg. 698). Then, close to death he stated: "I made one great mistake in my life... when I signed the letter to President Roosevelt recommending that atom bombs be made; but there was some justification - the danger that the Germans would make them." (Clark, 2007, pg. 752)."
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Video Games and Violent Children, 2008.
A research proposal to examine the effects of video games on child aggression.
1,906 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 12 sources, APA, AU$ 78.95
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This research study focuses on the hypothesis that video games are the source of an obsessive addiction that causes children to experience a physical exhausted aggression that results in heightened aggressive responses to otherwise normal and noninvasive stimuli. The exhaustion and aggression result in a diminished capacity and children suffering this condition cannot be held accountable for the danger they pose to others, or the harm they inflict upon others when in this exhausted heightened state of aggression arising out of their obsessive addiction. Further, the manifestation of the aggression is one that is reflective of the aggressive nature or violent images which have occupied a socially abnormal and unacceptable amount of the child's life and time. The paper provides an overview of the research that will support this hypothesis and outlines the proposed methodology, results and discussion.
Outline:
Introduction
Methodology
Results
Discussion
Informed Consent
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"The popularity of video games and technology in contemporary modern culture is one that has the potential to be one of the most useful academic tools ever conceived. Unfortunately, the move from home entertainment to the classroom, and using the video game in a more constructive, productive and academic manner has been slow. That is perhaps because the industry is one geared towards profit, not education. There is much more profit to be earned in marketing to the entertainment needs of the American family, most notably by way of keeping American children, entertained and causing them to be less conspicuous in the lives of adults. Video games have supplanted the television as the current "babysitter" for children in the American family."
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Evidence-Based Practices in Medicine, 2008.
This paper researches evidence-based practices in medicine in order to determine that such methods are beneficial in hospitals.
3,370 words (approx. 13.5 pages), 13 sources, APA, AU$ 123.95
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In this article, the writer presents an analysis of the implementation of evidence-based practice in a hospital setting. The writer provides an overview of evidence-based practice and its use in the hospital setting, to decide whether evidence-based practice is beneficial to the hospital setting or if another method of service might be equally acceptable. The writer proposes that evidenced-based practice is a mainstay of health and should be adopted by all healthcare professionals to provide the best possible outcome of healthcare.
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Abstract
Literature Review
Evidence-Based Practice - Overview
Opposition to Evidence Based Medicine
How to Practice Evidence-Based Medicine
Will Evidence-Based Medicine Survive?
Conclusions/Discussion of Literature Review
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"However, it is important to sort out the good information from the bad, and that can happen when doctor adopt the practice involving evidence-based medicine. It is important note Rosenberg & Donald, that doctors not only gather or collect information but also appraise it to determine its relationship or the relevance this information has to the client or patient the physician plans to treat. The doctor is the person in the chain of healthcare that has the ability to help analyze information collected to assert which evidence proves it is based on best practices and which processes or evidence lack sustenance or verifiable results.
"There are according to the researchers multiple tables that one can use for evaluating articles that are candidates for providing evidence based material. Sometimes articles may be useful for assisting a single patient; however, if nothing else has worked, then this single article has much potential for changing the way people live."
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FedEx, UPS and IT Resources, 2008.
A comparison of information technology-based marketing initiatives at Federal Express and UPS today.
1,308 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 5 sources, APA, AU$ 57.95
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The paper provides a review of the literature to determine how FedEx and UPS achieved their respective positions in their industry by using information technology resources. The paper shows how both companies gained additional market share and concludes that both UPS and FedEx will continue their reliance on the Internet and information technology to grow their businesses around the world.
Outline:
Introduction
Review and Discussion
Conclusion
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"Today, the "Web" is truly "World Wide" and competing in an increasingly globalized marketplace requires companies to make the most of what the Internet has to offer. Two companies that have managed to do this in a major way are FedEx and UPS, both of which compete in the Air Delivery and Freight Services industry, and both of which have capitalized on their brands to gain access to the global marketplace in recent years. A fundamental component of the success of both of these companies has also been their increased reliance on the Internet and information technology resources to help them achieve their respective marketing goals."
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An Analysis of Verizon Wireless, 2008.
This paper analyzes the growth of "Verizon Wireless"
3,765 words (approx. 15.1 pages), 5 sources, APA, AU$ 134.95
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The paper analyzes the growth and development of "Verizon Wireless". Verizon is currently the leader in the wireless service providers market. The paper provides information regarding the company's history, activity, and current situation as well as a review of the company's financial performance. The writer presents us with an analysis of the wireless industry and then goes on to discuss Verizon's internal organization, future development and goals and suggests that the company needs to make modifications to its structure if it is to succeed in reaching its stated goals.
Outline:
Executive Summary
Introduction
External Analysis
Internal Analysis
Strategic Options Analysis
Implementation
Reference list:
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"Regarding business to business distribution, the company currently operates with two important business to business sales forces. This means over 2,000 employees. One of the two forces operates with the small to medium businesses. Their number is continuously increasing. The main target is represented by regional and local businesses that operate in industries with less than 100 wireless users. Given the fact that these small to medium companies' number is continuously increasing, it is recommended that Verizon also increases the number of employees working with this segment, in order to be able to expand the company's activity, as number of customers, on the one hand, and as national coverage, on the other hand."
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Google: The Epitome of the Perfect Business, 2008.
A review of the success of the search engine Google.
1,343 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 11 sources, APA, AU$ 59.95
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The paper states that the search engine Google is the epitome of the perfect business in that it delivers significant value at no cost, yet attains profitable sales from advertising revenues. The paper evaluates that which makes Google the epitome of the perfect business. The paper further comments that many scholars contend that Google's primarily advertising-based business model, which is highly profitable, can over time position itself to be immune from commoditization and price competition. This is attained by ensuring that there is a consistent stream of new services introduced globally. The paper notes that research illustrates that the fundamental technologies that Google is based on, serve as a strong foundation to services to compliment AdWords and AdSense, Google's two dominant advertising-related businesses today.
Outline:
The Businesses of Google
Google's Future
Summary
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"Google does not charge to use its search engine, yet this is the area that the company invests the majority of its research and development dollars. Search is the foundation for all other services in the company, and also is used as competitive benchmark versus other search engines. Google competes using the measure of how many billions of pages are indexed versus its competitors to further distance itself from Microsoft and Yahoo. "
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Lizard Oratory Inc., 2008.
An analysis of the Lizard Oratory software development company and its deficiencies.
1,337 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 4 sources, APA, AU$ 57.95
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The paper looks at the Lizard Oratory software development company and its skunk work style. The paper focuses on one of Lizard Oratory's primary products, Oratory on Demand, that was proven to have development and coding flaws. The paper discusses how the company's deficient software development requirements caused a serious financial loss. The paper also offers recommendations to ensure resilience and sustainability for the company.
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"An information system is the consolidation of hardware, software, network, data, processes and most of all people handling the systems, in order to gain business objectives by automating business processes. Aligned with the implementation of information systems is information technology, the capability of translating the business processes into automated and electronic input, process, store and output conditions. Most of modern business - whether small, medium or large - are dependent on information technology and information systems to streamline their operations and produce detailed and improved outputs."
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VMware and Virtualization, 2008.
An examination of VMware and desktop virtualization and the benefits in the field of information technology.
2,564 words (approx. 10.3 pages), 7 sources, APA, AU$ 100.95
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The paper explains virtualization and shows how this can change the way organizations manage information technology. The paper then explores the additional technologies associated with the use of virtualization, namely, virtual machines and virtual machine ware (VMware). The paper concludes by predicting the future of VMware.
Outline:
Introduction
Virtualization
Virtual Machines
VMware
Desktop Virtualization
Future of VMware
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"Virtualization works by allowing users to change hardware devices into software. For instance Vmware ESX Server software can be used to make virtual the hardware of an x86-based computer. This allows for the development of a virtual machine that has the capacity to run an operating system and applications in the same way that an actual or physical computer does ("Introduction to Virtualization").
"As you can see, virtualization is a technology that is on the cutting adge and has the capacity to forever alter the manner in which organizations manage information technology. There are several additional technologies associated with the use of virtualization. These components are Virtual Machines and Virtual Machine Ware (Vmware) and will be discussed in the following paragraphs."
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Multi-Platform Media, 2008.
Discuses regulatory, technical and financial issues created by the increase in television programming being made available on multi-platforms.
1,820 words (approx. 7.3 pages), 2 sources, APA, AU$ 75.95
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This paper explains that the owners of copyrighted material see the opportunity to increase revenue with each viewing, including original showings, syndication, DVD sales, showings on the Internet and even showings on hand-held devices such as cell phones, PDAs and video i-Pods. The author points out that, from the point of view of the consumer, the ability to download films and television shows to mobile devices will allow the consumer to see what he or she wants virtually anywhere at any time. This will change the way people consume media and how they pay for it. The paper stresses that laws will be needed to protect content providers from various forms of piracy and from the resale of the material they provide.
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"Certainly, there are many technical problems to be overcome in creating a system more conducive to ease of navigation through small hand-held devices as well as home television and computers. A recent survey shows how people are getting content today and noted that 70 percent of Internet users have viewed 123 billion videos online, with an average length of 2.6 minutes. Higher bandwidth will make it more possible to view longer videos and even movies, and another boost to this sort of transfer will come when it becomes easier to connect the computer to a television set."
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www.realtor.com, 2008.
An analysis of the www.realtor.com official website of the National Association of Realtors.
2,358 words (approx. 9.4 pages), 9 sources, APA, AU$ 94.95
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The paper examines the design and structure and conventional operations of the realtor.com website and offers suggestions for improving the website. The paper highlights the advantages of the realtor.com website over the Indian property website, Magicbricks.com, and advises changes to India's Internet site. The paper assesses the application of the realtor.com website and concludes that its efficiency, alongside its user-friendly interface, its easy access and usage and its simple but modern design, makes it the leader on the web-based real estate applications market.
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Abstract
Realtor.com
Magicbricks.com
Specific Constraints in India
The Evaluation Framework
Conclusions
From the Paper
"The contemporaneous world is defined by a series of mutations that affect all aspects of life, be them social, commercial, economical or political. The main features are those of reduced time for all activities, increased desire for more efficiently spent time and increased stress and pressure. The technological developments, such as the increased usage of the internet or the development of web based applications come to assist the population and the commercial sector. In this order of ideas, most prestigious companies have opened web pages, where customers can easily log in and find all the desired information, saving as such time and money. The real estate business is no exception."
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Institutional Repository, 2008.
This paper discusses aspects related to the institutional repository and discusses its benefits to institutional environments.
2,400 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 14 sources, APA, AU$ 95.95
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In this article, the writer notes that over the last several years, institutional repositories have increased in number substantially. The writer firstly explains the term institutional repository (IR) and notes that 2005 study found that nearly 40 percent of institutions deployed some form of IR. Of the universities and colleges not housing an IR, nearly 90 percent reported they planned to implement one within a year. The writer maintains that based on those numbers, it is clear that IRs are useful tools in institutional organizations. This paper focuses on institutional repositories and discusses the history, purpose, programs, and future of IRs. Further, the writer discusses how IRs are beneficial to institutional environments. This paper includes color charts and diagrams.
From the Paper
"First, it is important to understand what is meant by "institutional depository". An IR is a set of services designed to manage and disseminate digital materials to members of a community. The purpose of such a repository is to preserve, organize, provide access to, and distribute such information to the community. While the responsibility for such information is spread throughout different individuals, the goal is to create a collaboration of resources of librarians, IT specialists, archive managers, faculty, and university staff. The information contained in the repository is supported through information technology, and the management of technological changes, as well as the movement of digital content from one form of media to another as new technology is developed."
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Computer Simulation for Counseling Ethics, 2008.
A discussion of the article "You're In the Hot Seat; an Ethical Decision-Making Simulation for Counseling Students" by M.W. Frame, C.D. Flanagan, J. Frederick, R. Gold and S. Harris.
1,122 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 1 source, APA, AU$ 50.95
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The paper examines the study "You're In the Hot Seat; an Ethical Decision-Making Simulation for Counseling Students", by Frame, Flanagan, Frederick, Gold and Harris. The paper looks at how the study demonstrates that a counseling ethics computer simulation tool may influence students' consideration of their actions in realistic ethical counseling dilemmas. The paper discusses the theme, premise and design of the study, as well as the study's conclusion and its strengths.
From the Paper
"The main themes of the article are: computer-based training, counseling, ethics, and simulation, decision-making. The article starts from the premise that "in a world with multiple perspectives on what is the right thing to do ethical decision-making is not only complex, but it is also a potential mine field". For helping professionals the process is even more difficult since they need to analyze situations and understand the possible consequences of their choices. Poor choices can not only harm clients, but also lead counselors in malpractice suits."
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NBC's Break From iTunes, 2008.
An analysis of NBCs' move away from Apple's iTunes to their own digital content strategies.
1,660 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 5 sources, MLA, AU$ 69.95
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The paper discusses NBCs' move away from iTunes and the loss of popularity this entailed for NBC. The paper relates that NBC now had to consider its own digital forms of content distribution and look for content distribution approaches that capitalize on their core strength of advertising revenue-based business models. The paper describes the steps necessary for NBC to be successful with its own online initiatives of NBC Online and Hulu.com and in retaining fans and their interest.
Outline:
Introduction
Effects on Ratings and Popularity of NBC Shows
NBC's Response to Apple's iTunes: NBC Direct
Boosting Ratings with Digital Content
From the Paper
"NBC's decision to discontinue its relationship with Apple regarding the distribution of its popular television shows is symptomatic of the evolving conflicts between content providers on the one hand and device manufacturers on the other. NBC executives contend that Apple's commoditization of the music industry will not happen to television programs, as far as NBC is concerned (Rebecca Dana and Nick Wingfield, A3). NBC also contends that Apple's approach to implementing privacy and Digital Rights Management (DRM) are insufficient to protect the video content that NBC until this month, have sold on the iTunes site."
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Analysis of Accounting Applications, 2008.
A comparison and recommendation of accounting application software.
2,325 words (approx. 9.3 pages), 3 sources, APA, AU$ 92.95
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The paper compares and analyzes three accounting software application packages and their suitability for small and medium businesses; Microsoft Small Business Accounting, Intuit QuickBooks Pro and Basic, and Peachtree (Sage) Accounting 2008. The paper explores the three most dominant trends influencing the development of accounting applications, namely, usability, support for process workflows including quote-to-order and quote-to-cash and integration with legacy applications and ERP systems. The paper concludes by recommending the Microsoft Small Business Accounting for small and medium businesses.
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Abstract
Table of Figures
List of Tables
Functionality Analysis of Accounting Applications
Usability Analysis
Support for Quoting and Quote-to-Cash Workflows
Integrating Accounting Applications and the Influence on Usability
Recommendation
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"All three applications included in this analysis, Intuit QuickBooks Pro and Basic, Microsoft Small Business Accounting 2006, and Peachtree (Sage) Accounting 2008 support the core accounting features of a chart of accounts and general ledger, the ability to generate reports including P&L statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, in addition to support for Accounts Receivable/Accounts Payable, and Inventory Management. In addition, each of these applications also support audit trails, cash flow projections, and despite only one being from Microsoft, all three now support Outlook e-mail notifications, alerts, and integration to the popular e-mail management program (Qazi 2005)."
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