Essays and Research Papers on Computer Technology

This 4 page paper discusses the future in the gaming industry for the application of Artificial Intelligence. Latest advances and applications discussed as well as drawbacks. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 9 page paper answering 4 questions posed to a “consultant” about the future of IT and where a client company should be concentrating its financial IT resources as it waits for the future to arrive. The paper discusses how IT has changed; how the PC is in danger of being replaced by the ...

This 11-page paper focuses on the concept of Electronic Customer Relationship Management, and the ability to set up such systems in the U.S., the UK and France. Topics discussed in this paper include the concept of eCRM, as well as cultural differences between the three countries that could either make it easier or more difficult ...

A 6 page paper which, by using a supplied case analysis, compares Mac to Windows operating systems in terms of software availability and computing aspects to prove that Mac is the better choice for business applications. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 9 page paper supporting the thesis that now and in the future, superior deployment of IT resources are and will continue to be critical to organizational success. The paper uses health care as its example industry, specifically the large data mining project of IBM and the Mayo Clinic. All sources are from ...

This 25 page paper examines the role and purpose of requirements engineering in software development. The paper starts by defining requirements engineering and then why it is used and the approaches that can be adopted. The paper then looks at the process and the various options that can be used to undertake the process. The ...

A 12 page comprehensive book review of David D. Peck's text Multimedia, A Hands-On Introduction. The writer argues that even though this text was published in 1998, it nevertheless provides a thorough guide to the topic of multimedia presentations. Each chapter is summarized and discussed. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 3-page paper describes J2SE and J2EE, as well as the differences and need for both platforms. Also included is a general discussion about Java. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 3 page paper discussing the need for the networking group to establish minimum standards in availability, reliability, response time and throughput. Before the networking group can establish values for these metrics, it needs to determine where minimum standards lay for each metric from the hardware perspective. Performance based on software and other ...

This 3 page paper looks at the need for the continued protection of service. The paper defines service, protection and then looks at the basic protection measures, such as prevention and disaster recovery. The bibliography cites 3 sources.

A 15 page paper reviewing a 1986 article describing the process of automating a single department’s records – using untrained departmental clerks for some of the programming requirements – and the success that the university found in that approach, followed by examination of how the university should approach a current upgrade of that mid-1980s system. ...

This 3 page paper considers how wireless networking and wireless devices are used in everyday life focusing on the work environment. The paper then looks at how this is likely to develop in future. The bibliography cites 3 sources.

This 5-page paper covers some of the Internet protocols that are typically used in e-commerce. Also under discussion are some trends in terms of these protocols. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 7-page paper examines the concept of Philadelphia and it potential move as a wireless city. Concepts examined include the architecture and platforms needed, costs and whether such a thing is feasible. Biblilgraphy lists 4 sources.

Dennett identified three prediction stances; the design stance, the physical stance and the intentional stance. This 7 page paper starts by examines these stances what they are and how they can be applied and also considers the aspect of beliefs, desires and rationality in the context of optimum choices within these 3 stances. The bibliography ...

This 5 page paper outlines the use of Unified Modelling Language (UML) with a view to using it for development and procurement of IS products and services. The report covers the background, nature and development of UML and also specifically addresses and evaluates the main diagrams and techniques involved. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

An 11 page paper discussing artificial intelligence and the concept of the “fyborg,” or functional integration of human and intelligent machine. The primary example given is that of the WiFi-enabled contact lens containing a microchip in the truest sense of the word, activated by the wearer’s thoughts. The specific thought generates what amounts ...

This 15 page paper examines the concept of B2E. B2E is defined. How it is implemented, the rationale for implementation and so forth are things that are examined in this well documented paper. Examples from actual companies like Oracle are provided. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 5 page report of “How Wireless Works” by Les Freed and Preston Gralla. Bibliography lists 2 additional sources.

A 6 page paper discussing database security. The database administrator must be cognizant of security and control measures, as well as ensuring that the data contained within the database is accurate and reliable. This requires nearly constant scrutiny of database use and access to it, and it typically requires that the database manager ...

This 3-page paper discusses application of VB.NET using C# programming and its benefits. Also included is a case study relying on these codes for success. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A paper which looks at the problems associated with software testing, particularly for small companies, and considers ways in which these might be alleviated in order to provide better quality software and allow greater competitiveness in relation to larger firms. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 13-page paper discusses how Cisco Systems has used information technology both to boost its own competitive advantage and that of its clients. Also discussed are Cisco's efforts against some of its competition. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This 6 page paper looks at The People Capability Maturity Model, Extreme Programming and Capability Maturity Model Integration. The paradigms are each discussed. Is XP compatible with the larger models? The answer is that it seems to be aligned with the People CMM but not the more recent version of it. ...

This 9 page paper looks at the way in which Manuel Castells sees information technology changing and forming the basis of society and creating disposable labour. This paper looks at the theory and evaluates it by looking at the impact of technology I the real world. The bibliography cites 9 sources.