Essays and Research Papers on Computer Technology

An 11 page paper discussing the needs that a data mart/data warehouse should fill for an organization contemplating designing and implementing one. The wealth of information that exists within every organization can lie dormant in the form of historical data only, or it can be used for a more strategic approach to planning for ...

This 4 page paper discusses the fear of some toward technology and its uses in society. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 4 page analysis of computer network design. The author analyzes factors such as SAM, paged pool size, registry size, CPU size, pagefile size, and physical RAM. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 7 page paper focuses on the the problem that occurred early in 2000 when several companies' web sites came to a halt due to hackers flooding their servers. Several issues concerning security are explored, including but not limited to the use of encryption technology and hacker insurance. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

The central processing unit (CPU) of a microprocessor moved beyond earlier hardware-based processing units to accommodate embedded software architecture with specific evolutions in CPU development standards. While the standards offer consumer protection and manufacturers guidance, the evolution of the CPU standards are based in the need to keep up with technology and by constantly raising ...

8 pages in length. The impact of technology has long been both a benefit and a curse to society, with some advancements furthering man's quest for a better, more convenient existence and others compromising standard ethics to the point of threatening his privacy. Looking back upon the Internet's infancy and what it projected ...

A 6 page paper discussing three IT articles published in the “Harvard Business Review” and the “MIT Sloan Management Review” in 2003. IT has reached a point in its existence that its usefulness is changing. Still critical to competitive advantage and corporate success, its uses have become commonplace. It still remains enigmatic ...

This 3-page paper is an overview of India-based Tata Consultancy Services, one of the world's largest software services companies. The paper focuses on the mission on the company, the service it offers, its clientele and other factors. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 4 page paper examines the role of Broadband Internet and its increasing influence. This paper furthermore explores how this trend will impact the broadcasting industry now and in the future. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 10 page paper discussing advances in spatial products technology and potential applications in areas where there is increased threat of terrorism, such as Sierra Leone. Spatial products are those that have at their core operation of Global Positioning System (GPS). They may consist of GPS alone or include Geographic Information systems (GISs), ...

This 3-page paper discusses the challenges inherent in using computer-based training (CBT) in training airline pilots. The paper offers a review of existing literature on both the topics of training airlines pilots and CBT in general. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 5 page paper considers the technology used in internet banking. The paper begins by considering the development and then looks at current capabilities and the way in which developments are likely to occur in the future. The bibliography cites 7 sources.

This 10 page paper examines the problem of deadlocks in distributed networks. The paper begins by defining what a deadlock is and explaining how and why they occur. The paper then looks at the issues of detection and resolution and the work that has been carried out to find a resolution to this ongoing ...

This 7 page paper explores the reasons for protocol layering. Advantages of layering are the focus of this paper. The OSI and TCP/IP models are compared and contrasted. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 16 page paper considers to what extent Britain has achieved the transition to a 'new knowledge-based economy' over the last decade? the paper identifies the essential features of the new economy and evaluates the evidence that Britain has experienced a '2nd industrial revolution' over recent years as a result of the relative decline in ...

This 10 page paper considers the different approaches to security within an organisation, how risks may be assessed and then counter measures taken as well as the risk reduced. The discussion includes issues such as the Athena Rules of Use sources of information as well as practical measures that can be taken. The bibliography cites ...

This 6 page paper considers what type of information an airline would need, how this will should interconnect and how a system may be developed to handle these needs. The bibliography cites 10 sources.

A 10 page paper discussing Cases IV-6 and IV-7, each of which reviews integrating the information management (IM) systems at Digital Equipment Company (DEC) and Compaq Computer in 1998, at the time that Compaq acquired DEC. The cultures of the two companies were very different going into the merger, and that difference was reflected ...

This 8 page paper considers the development of the 64 bit processor and the advantages it may provide and then looks at the role and potential for java in this environment. The bibliography cites 7 sources.

This 5 page paper considers the use of CD ROM’s in the learning of languages by individuals. The paper considers the benefits of this medium, and includes aspects such as learning styles and the advantage of interaction. The bibliography cites 11 sources.

This 5 page paper discusss the use and future of Audio and Interactive Multimedia in education. Reseach studies, experts, quotes, examples given. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines research and information regarding fishing technology products and then provides a discussion of which products may be bought and why. No additional sources cited aside from the fax sent by student.

This 10 page paper evaluates Brochure which is related to wireless networking. Weick's theory of organizing is explored in depth. How one can utilize Weick's theory in the context of analyzing Brochure is explored. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This 10 page paper looks at theories as well as what scientists are doing in respect to AI. Science fiction is looked at as well, but the paper focuses on practical applications and future implications of artificial Intelligence. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 25 page paper that begins with an executive summary. This paper investigates the mass storage system industry and EMC's position in the industry. Sections include: EMC and Industry Structure; Industry Analysis using Porter's 5 forces; a simple strategy group map; Evolution of the Industry and trends; Strategy Formulation for EMC and Conclusions. This is ...