Essays and Research Papers on Hardware, Software & Industry

An 8 page paper discussing the history, characteristics and benefits of PHP language. Originally called "Personal Home Page," PHP language was developed for use in the open-source environment of Linux and Apache. Its ease of use and compatibility with a wide range of programs, however, have made it one of the fastest-growing languages ...

This 4 page paper talks about the relationship between the project life cycle and product life cycle. These interrelated concepts are discussed as they impact the real world. A brief history of the life cycle approach is included. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 4 page paper looks at the decision of Microsoft to offer a selection of different web browsers to the users of its Windows operating system, considering how and why this option has been offered in the context of the antitrust case in Europe.

Microsoft has been involved in numerous anti-trust cases in both the USA and Europe. This 9 page paper considers whether Microsoft simply a successful company that has developed into a powerful monopoly offering the market what it wants or if Microsoft used its monopoly power to exploit the market. The paper also consider whether companies ...

5 pages in length. Japan and the United States have long been rivals within the technology industry, and video game systems are no exception. In order for their respective marketing environments to rise to the occasion of continued technological advancement, new opportunities must be made available to consumers as a means by which ...

5 pages in length. Japan and the United States have long been rivals within the technology industry, and video game systems are no exception. In order for their respective marketing environments to rise to the occasion of continued technological advancement, new opportunities must be made available to consumers as a means by which ...

This 5 page paper look sat Moore’s Law, how it applies to technology and specifically to data storage. The paper then considers the different media types that store data and assess the number of discs needed to store the Library of Congress printed material and considers the margin of error on the calculations. The bibliography ...

This 14 page paper considers the protection that is granted to databases under EU law with the application of sui generis, which is embedded in Directive 96/9/EC on the legal protection of databases. The protection that is afforded is discussed and the way this has changed since Simon Chalton posed a rhetorical question in ...

A 5 page paper discussing the evolution and current conditions in software piracy that the Internet has so greatly enabled in recent years. An industry association actively pursues pirates and with the help of the FBI won a significant conviction of a Virginia man in 2000. Microsoft estimates that it loses $800 million annually in piracy of ...

A seven page paper which looks at the life and works of Charles Babbage, with regard to his achievements in mathematics, science and engineering, the importance of his contributions in various areas of invention and manufacturer, and the development of his Difference Engine and Analytical Engine, which can be seen as the precursors of the ...

This 7-page paper focuses on Enterprise Resource Development (ERP), and its positive and negative points. In analyzing this software management structure, two organizations were examined -- Indian Motorcycles, which has implemented ERP well and Nestle USA, which had a terrible time with ERP implementation. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 16 page paper discussing logistics and marketing considerations in exporting computer-based video games from a Massachusetts developer to India. The company has no existing channel of distribution to India, but that country is filled with increasing numbers of gamers itself and current projections predict that the company will be able to sell at ...

A 7 page paper that explores who is the leader in the CPU chips manufacturing industry and why. Of the three leaders in the business, one holds a lion's share of the market. Despite efforts of the other two, the leader's approaches to research and development will keep that company in the lead for a ...

A 5 page overview of Windows NT and Novell. Emphasizes that while each product is excellent, Novell may currently have a slight edge with their new modular directory features. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 8 page report discusses the two major network operating systems integration tools currently on the market. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 5 page overview of the many attributes of Oracle 8, a cost effective sophisticated database system. Stresses the importance of such systems to business and lists the attributes and performance of Oracle 8. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 9 page overview of the benefits of client servers to the global community. The writer focuses mainly on benefits to businesses operating in both the internet and intranet environments. Brief descriptions are provided on NT and UNIX platforms, and examples of time and cost savings are provided. Bibliography lists 12 ...

A 9 page paper that provides a financial overview of Microsoft Corp, while also considering investment possibilities in this company. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 5 page paper discussing the Justice Department's pursuit of Microsoft on antitrust charges stemming from its bundling of its products with new computers from third parties. The Cato Institute's Robert Levy says of the entire antitrust suit against Microsoft, 'That dispute revolves around Microsoft's "tie-in" of its browser (Internet Explorer) with its operating ...

A 5 page overview and opinion on the antitrust case against Microsoft. The writer explores the process from December 1997 through March 1998, with reference to the 1995 settlement. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 7 page paper on Windows 95, its prolonged release, and the pros and cons of its use in comparison to previous versions. The writer describes news of 'bugs' in Windows 95 and some of the problems encountered by users. On the lighter side, technical aspects of the 32-bit operating system are also discussed as ...

An 8 page paper comparing the functionalities of Windows95 & WindowsNT that analyzes why Win95 continues to be the OS of choice over NT. Gives specs on each and cites strengths & weaknesses of each. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

5 pages in length. Microsoft Windows NT and Unix have come head to head over which system is the best in the market. Variables aside, it appears NT still has a way to go before it will reach the status of Unix. The writer compares the two systems and offers comments from industry ...

A 70 page paper that provides a systematic overview of existing E-mail software and groupware server applications, including MS Exchange Server, Lotus Notes, Netscape E-mail and groupware solutions, and considers the benefits and limitations of each option. Bibliography lists 40 sources.

In this 6 page paper about Bill Gates' own book in which the writer focuses upon Gates' vision for the future of technology and then takes issue with the various points he makes. It is argued that the improvements described in the book will benefit, not harm, society. The future is now, and those who ...