Essays and Research Papers on Computer Technology

15 pages in length. To consider contemporary society without the vast and varied benefits of technological advancement is to contemplate the human race as it was one hundred years ago. It is difficult to fathom a world without modern medicine, transportation and scientific discovery; however, it is particularly challenging to imagine life without ...

3 pages of the text of a PowerPoint® presentation of the same title. The presentation provides an introduction to instructional technology and a rationale for integrating instructional technology within the K-12 environment. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 5 page paper examines wifi and why it may be considered to be a disruptive technology. The concept of disruptive technology is explored in depth. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 3 page paper considers the way in which technology is gendered with women failing to gain the same benefits and job opportunities as mean. The paper examined how and why this is the case. The bibliography cites 4 sources.

This is a 3 page paper discussing Java as a Web-based application tool and as a cross-platform programming language. When Sun Microsystems first introduced Java it was considered a “cross-platform programming language” in which the introduction of such a tool could “level the Intel/Microsoft playing field by lowering the cost of application development”. Among other ...

A 3 page paper discussing technology’s effects on organizational structure and culture. Without question, technology has affected business structure and culture permanently. Organizations will not return to the “old days” in which information was available to a privileged few. Rather, it is accessible to all employees now, giving them a better feel ...

A 3 page paper consisting of speaker notes for an accompanying PowerPoint® presentation. The paper addresses the types of information technology used by four group members at work. Group members work in mortgage origination, an independent grocery store and the offices of two California counties. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 20 page report discusses the nation of Bahrain and the fact that its government and people clearly understand that they face a number of obstacles to a comprehensive implementation of electronic commerce. However, Bahrain is well on its way in terms of infrastructure development, education efforts, and, partnering with technologically-advanced organizations. Bibliography lists 15 ...

A 5 page paper answering three questions about incorporating technology into the adult learning arena. The questions address topics that include decision-making on what form electronic learning environments should take; how institutions can achieve interactive and collaborative learning experiences in the electronic environment; and the importance of continuous improvement using evaluation and critical reflection. ...

This 5-page paper discusses potential technologies that could be implemented on rustic Baderman Island, a destination resort. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 5 page paper evaluates technology and how it affects the workplace in a negative way. Several issues are explored including employee privacy, pornography on the Internet and the problems of hacking and piracy. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

6 pages. Pen-based input technology such as the popular handheld notebooks and palm computers can have a large impact on businesses, especially in the future. While this is just gaining in popularity, pen-based input technology is looking to change the way people do business. The way organizations will be able to implement and use the technology is yet ...

This 6 page report discusses the responsibilities of government regarding technology in areas such as the technological infrastructure, encryption and information protection, and whether the Internet should be regulated and controlled. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 4-page paper details security issues that may be of concern for an IT manager. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 7-page paper examines the impact of technology on customers (in this case, customer service) by examining the case of Volvo Cars Belgium. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

An 8 page consideration of the value of technology in meeting educational goals. The author outlines the research on the efficacy of computers in improving student performance. The conclusion is presented that while education can occur in the absence of technology, technological innovations are associated with positive impact. Technological restraints, ...

This 3-page paper focuses on the effectiveness of security by admonition. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 2.5-page paper examines how people today are relying heavily on computers to communicate rather than face-to-face interactions and the dangers associated with that. There are 2 sources cited.

This 4 page paper considers the stages which an information technology project will have to go through, from conception to finalisation. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

4 pages in length. Technological advancement -- as beneficial as it is to myriad aspects of contemporary society -- can be a detriment in the workplace by virtue of the capacity for increased productivity. Email, the Internet and computers in general have all been cited as having at least some negative impact upon ...

A 10 page paper discussing current trends and future directions for IT in the corporate setting. Business has undergone greatly significant changes in only the past decade, and many of those changes are dependent on the efficient use of the higher levels of corporate information available now. Astute organizations are cognizant of these ...

A 9 page paper discussing the use of technology at investment banks Goldman Sachs and UBS Investment Bank. Each provides a variety of methods by which commercial customers essentially serve themselves while providing a wealth of information for both banks to use when designing future programs. As these tangible changes continue to develop ...

10 pages in length. Inasmuch as TLC Concepts, Inc., located in Arizona, is a relatively small organization with only 200 employees and an upgrade budget of $15,000, it still requires the necessary operating tools that companies four times its size utilize. For this business to continue thriving in the manner to which it ...

This 3-page paper, written in tutorial language, helps the student/writer prepare a goal and objective when it comes to teaching, mainly incorporating technology into the classroom (as well as technology into the teaching process).

A 20 page discussion of the importance of incorporating assistive technology for special needs students. Special education students require certain considerations if they are to advance to the best of their capabilities. An extremely important factor in preparing these students to take productive roles in society is the integration of assistive technology into ...