Essays and Research Papers on Computer Technology

This 8-page paper examines how technology has impacted both accounting and auditing, and also discusses future impact IT and other technologies might have on the field. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 4-page paper discusses information technology needs for Club IT. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 10 page emphasis on the importance on focusing on technology in the classroom setting. This paper reviews the ways technology is utilized and the factors slowing that utilization. Bibliography lists 14 sources.

A 5 page paper discussing Ohio's Banc One's approach to and embracing of technology, contributing to today's necessity of it in the banking industry. The first to issue debit cards and implement ATMs, the bank sought to implement a home banking system long before the days of the Internet or even the personal computer. The paper is ...

An 11 page research paper on lasers and laser technology. The writer defines ‘laser beam'.. gives examples of lasers in medicine where some remarkable procedures are occuring including : lasers and cosmetic surgery; lasers and ophthamology; lasers and the military; laser technology in the office; lasers for fun: holography, entertainment, and more. Lasers have ...

An 8 page outline of optical storage technology and how it works. Includes a discussion of several types of optical storage technology including CD ROMS, WORMS, and erasable disk. Also discusses encoding. Bibliography lists five sources.

This 60 page paper delves into object oriented programming and how it can be used to implement VoIP. Object oriented programming is explored in depth and VoIP is also included in a separate section. PSTN is discussed in depth as well. Each topic is outlined and there is a great deal of specific ...

3 pages in length. In light of the fact that technology has made at least some impact upon virtually every aspect of society, it is rather challenging to find a single entity that has remained untouched by what many consider to be its invasive presence. From computers to phones and medical procedures to ...

This 5-page paper supports the argument that technology implementation helps streamline business, thereby leading to innovation and creativity. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

Information technology is perceived as adding value and creating increased efficiencies. This 21 page paper looks at issues concerning the implementation and ongoing use of IT for the construction contractor. The paper looks at general and specific consideration and uses the company DPR Construction as an example. Issues discusses include the ability to gain value ...

A 5 page overview of the history of Microsoft Windows and the features that make it a critical component in the evolution of multimedia computing. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 9 page paper that begins by identifying some of the many benefits of wireless technologies, including the fact that research studies reveal a substantial increase in worker productivity. Security concerns are discussed along with an explanation of the standards intended to reduce risks, such as Bluetooth and 802.11b standards. Hot spots are defined ...

A 4 page paper discussing the use and importance of IT at a small home health care organization. There are many improvements that could be made to the existing information system, some of which already have been planned. The goal is to design and implement a system that will provide nearly-instantaneous updates that ...

A 10 research paper that discusses biometric technology and how it can be used to protect against identity theft. This literature review explores a possible solution to curbing the incidence of identity theft—the field of biometric technology. Biometric solutions to security are explored with emphasis on fingerprint scanners as the best available solution. Bibliography lists ...

3 pages in length. The writer briefly discusses consensus, conflict and interactionism as they relate to technology and cultural change. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 7-page paper defines the processes and systems design that the fictitious Baderman Island must undergo to get its IT network up and running. Discussions include System Development Life Cycle, prototyping and self-sourcing vs. outsourcing. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 7 page paper assesses questions regarding price-to-performance rations, the productivity paradox, the value of information, and the integration of information technology over the past 20 years. This paper considers some of the central concepts related to the expansion of the computer industry and particular industry concepts related to the development and integration of ...

5 pages. There are studies that show there are negative aspects of our technological gadgets such as pagers, cell phones and laptop computers. These studies show a more profound negative effect on us than we realize. It has been found that in today's world of driving through the fast food lane, picking ...

A 3 page paper describing the network of an online brokerage. “Infrastructure” is defined as “the underlying foundation or basic framework … the resources (as personnel, buildings, or equipment) required for an activity.” Fictional Primus Securities entered the competitive brokerage service market and in three months’ time has enabled online trading; differentiated its ...

This 3 page paper looks at the way a strategy may be out into place to improve technology management in a department were skills are falling behind. The problem, assessment of issues, resolution and implementing are all discussed. The bibliography cites 3 sources.

This 12 page paper focuses on various types of DSL technology. The concept is defined and explored in depth. The paper focuses on technical processes. Both positive and negative aspects of DSL are noted. Cable is discussed as well. Bibliography lists 20 sources.

This 8 page paper looks at the ways in which technology has effected and will effect the banking sector. Issues covered include the effect on employees and the level of customer service, Internet and telephone banking as well as new innovations which are still being tested such as biometrics and talking teller machines. The bibliography ...

A 13 page paper discussing how “real” hypertext fiction is. A common complaint of hypertext fiction is that it permits – even encourages – writers merely to get by with “good enough,” that it does not force authors to write well in terms of conveying ideas that build upon one another to culminate in ...

This 5 page paper provides an overview of research on the impacts of the Internet on changes at colleges and universities. This paper reflects the process of change, as well as the views of different populations about the impacts of changes. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 3 page paper written as an example for AIU class EDU600 Unit 3 Group Project, arguing the truth of the statement, “Technology can facilitate group problem-solving, but can simultaneously serve as a deterrent to effective group learning processes.” Whether the use of technology shows itself to be an advantage or disadvantage depends on ...