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Communication Apprehension in Small Group Settings, 2008.
This paper provides a research proposal that suggests the development of a Web page to assist individuals with the issue of communication apprehension.
963 words (approx. 3.9 pages), 12 sources, MLA, $ 34.95
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In this article, the writer explains that the focus of the proposed research is to develop a Web page, which defines communication apprehension and which describes the effects of communication apprehension in group meetings. The writer describes that this involves the individual visiting the Web page and taking a self-administered, self-scoring test and then reviewing the information and self-help tools provided on the Web page. The writer points out that this Web page will enable communication among team-members allowing them to overcome communication apprehension and engage in communication that is reciprocal and effective. The writer maintains that research has shown that effective communication cannot take place within a group setting in which individuals have apprehension about communicating with one another.
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Abstract
Introduction
Project Focus
Project Structure
Project Presentation
Brief Review of the Literature
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"The Web page will be presented in English and designed for employees whose organizations are moving toward or functioning in a team-based environment. A prototype will be used to develop the site and, as the developer. The researcher in this work will hold the responsibility for maintenance and necessary medications of the design. Still graphics such as bullets and photographs will be incorporated into the site, as will other tools, such as, fonts, titles and headings, links, blank space, and horizontal and ruling lines. There will be no need for security beyond that readily available to all sites, because this site's objective is to educate and aid. The life expectancy of this site is 5 or more years. By five years from now, it is anticipated that organizations will have come to realize that not all employees are alike and that they need to be trained to function in a team-based environment."
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Case Study: The Vitruvius Company, 2008.
Presents a case study to analyze a conflict between the employee privacy right and the company property right at the Vitrusius Company.
930 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 33.95
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This paper explains the situation at Vitruvius Company is that a vice-president is reading employees' emails within their office email addresses because, as a new member of a team, he wants to better get to know his colleagues. The company is faced with possible financial losses from a potential legal suit by the employees and from the employees becoming demotivated leading to decreasing personnel efficiency. The paper includes recommendation to resolve this situation.
Table of Contents:
Subject
Case Summary
The Implications of the Case
Recommendation for Action
Communication Methods for all the Involved Parties
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"The board of the company, together with the consultancy team, should elaborate new internal rules for using the Internet. 'Employers eager to minimize electronic risks and maximize employee compliance should start with written rules and policies' is the opinion of specialists in the field. The new rules for using the email and Instant Messaging platforms should transmit the idea that employees must use the Internet as a corporate communication tool, and not for their leisure time."
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Cockpit Design Considerations, 2008.
An examination of the impact of computer aided design on human factors in aviation safety.
7,588 words (approx. 30.4 pages), 35 sources, APA, $ 166.95
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This paper examines the impact of newly integrated computer-aided design (CAD) systems in improving safety factors in the aviation industry by looking at where it can be improved. The paper looks at how CAD has incorporated the human factors principle - that is, the type of people who use the technology - into the design-making process. The paper explains that on the whole, CAD technology is an enormous improvement over older aviation design because it allows designers to visualize situations in three-dimensionality throughout the design process. CAD can provide a very good visualization overview of human interaction with the product (in this case, the pilot user interface of a cockpit). The paper also explains that CAD technology is an excellent tool for designing pilot user interfaces because it saves time and money, and CAD technology is infinitely superior to the research tools that preceded it, because it allows designers to see hypothetical human reactions to environmental stimuli in three dimension. The paper then points out that, CAD is not so intuitive that it can anticipate every conceivable human reaction that might result from a particular situation. The writer believes, therefore, that there remains a need for live testing with actual people.
Table of Contents:
Chapter I: Introduction
Statement of the Problem
Limitations
Definition of Acronyms and Terms
Chapter II: Review of Related Literature
Chapter III: Methodology
Research Design
Survey Model
Chapter IV: Results
Chapter V: Discussion
Chapter VI: Conclusion
Chapter VII: Recommendations
Appended: SPSS Version 11.0 (Student Version) Data Output Files
Excel Spreadsheet Analysis
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"Whenever a study examines new technology, there will be some limitations. Today, CAD technology offers the promise of creating cockpit devices that will accommodate pilots of every skill level and idiosyncrasy; although a CAD-based ergonomic analysis program allows for the creation of accurate, 3-D human models, it seems extremely unlikely that any computer program can truly simulate the enormous range of abnormal responses that can be expected of different human beings. Therefore, human subjects are desirable in assessing the effectiveness of different products within the cockpit - and finding an appropriate sample group is not easy. It is extremely difficult to assemble a representative sampling of different pilots (in simulated conditions, of course) with the intent of measuring the capability of CAD in avoiding in-air tragedies."
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Outsourcing as a Strategy, 2008.
This paper discusses outsourcing and computer and information security within a business field.
861 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 30.95
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In this article, the writer discusses outsourcing that has become an important aspect of doing business. The writer points out that outsourcing is not a tactical or operational level decision for a company. Rather, it is a strategic endeavor that aims to maximize profit while at the same time mitigating various risks. The writer also points out that outsourcing risks need to be managed to gain the best value from the service or product. The writer concludes that outsourcing may be a good venture but like any business decision, a thorough risk management activity should and must be done to protect the company from any pitfalls that may come out as a result of poor planning.
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"Aside from some of the risks mentioned above, there are far more important ones that are not as tangible as say lost of computer equipment or lost of applications installer. The aspect that should also be watched with outsourcing is information security. Due diligence must be done to ensure the protection of the confidentiality, integrity and availability of data and information. Some of these data and information are intellectual property and proprietary information and compromise would trigger loss of confidence as well as other pitfalls."
"To guarantee success of or mitigate the risks involved in outsourcing, processes and procedures should and must be done before embarking on such a huge undertaking."
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Brand Health Audit Exercise, 2008.
This paper discusses a brand health audit exercise of the Research in Motion (RIM) brand.
1,935 words (approx. 7.7 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 61.95
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In this article, the writer discusses that analyzing Research in Motions' brand using the ten points as defined by Kevin Keller illustrates how the PDA, cellular phone, software and services company has continually enhanced and clarified their messaging to stay relevant to their target audiences and customers. The writer notes that Blackberry faced a significant public relations challenge due to well-known cases of addiction to e-mailing; text messaging and cell phone use the device has been attributed with creating. The writer discusses that called the "crackberry" by critics, RIMs' challenge is to continually keep the brand seen as valuable and useful for the busiest of working professionals. Blackberry's initial branding efforts began relying on the technological aspects of the pagers, cell phones and Internet-ready devices and encouraged widespread adoption by creating a mystique of the Blackberry being a time management tool. The writer concludes that RIM has re-invented itself from a branding standpoint and is in the process of re-inventing its brand to be a device for keeping work and life in balance in addition to exerting more control over ones' life.
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Abstract
Analyzing Research in Motions' Brand
Brand Excels at Delivering the Benefits Customers Truly Desire
The Brand Stays Relevant
The Pricing Strategies is Based on Consumers' Perceptions of Value
The Brand is Properly Positioned
The Brand is Consistent
The Brand Makes Use of and Coordinates a Full Repertoire of Marketing Activities to Build Equity
The Brand's Managers Understand what the Brand Means to Consumers The Brand is Given Proper Support, and that Support is Sustained Over the Long Run
The Company Monitors Sources of Brand Equity
Summary and Recommendations
References
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"In analyzing the RIM brand according to the ten attributes as defined by Keller (2000) the transition the company made away from being purely technologically driven to re-defining their identity based on the young, upwardly mobile C-level executives, company founders, and industry leaders to recapture the mystique that tuned to disdain was a complex branding strategy to implement. The need for creating an entirely new strategy for showing how the Blackberry didn't always have to lead to exceptional career performance but could also be relied on for a work/life balance for its users is also now an objective. Breaking the Crackberry reputation by showing highly successful customers and providing insights into their interesting, passionately-lived lives that also have work/life balance have created an entirely new set of values for the RIM brand as a result. Each attribute of the branding scorecard is now assessed given the transition RIM made from basing their brand purely on technology to one embracing the unique aspects of their customer base."
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Marshall McLuhan, 2008.
Explores the ideas of Marshall McLuhan about communications.
1,595 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 52.95
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This paper explains that Marshall McLuhan's basic message is that how one communicates is as important, if not more important, as what is being communicated. The paper looks at McLuhan's belief that the most effective means of persuasion shifts with each differing epoch according to the prevailing technology. The paper also points out that the vast communication changes, which the Internet has brought about in a relatively short time, shows how powerful such technological changes can be.
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"McLuhan's statement about the medium shows that we are shaped by the technologies we use and by the way, those technologies extend our perceptions outside the body. Abram follows Husserl and Merleau-Ponty and accepts the notion that perception is participation. If this idea is extended to consciousness as such, it could lead to the conception of the all encompassing interconnected consciousness, which McLuhan also discusses as he finds that our technologies link us in unforeseen ways."
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VoIP Network Security, 2008.
A dissertation proposal to study Voice over Internet Protocol (VOIP) network security without compromising efficiency.
930 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 12 sources, APA, $ 33.95
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This paper explains that Voice over IP (VOIP) is one of the most important emerging trends in telecommunications because it integrates communication services into the IP network infrastructure, the Internet, especially e-mail and instant messaging, and standard classical services like telephony. The author stresses that VoIP has problems of confidentiality, integrity and availability of the data and information, which streams through the network. The paper presents a chapter outline of a thesis, which will discuss implementation of VoIP network security emphasizing maintaining the efficiency of this system.
Table of Contents:
Abstract
Chapter One - Advent of Information Technology and the Rise of VoIP
Chapter Two - The Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) as One of the Foundations of VoIP
Chapter Three - Standards for Voice Over IP Implementations
Chapter Four - Proofs of Concept on the Security and Efficiency of VoIP Implementation
Chapter Five - Conclusion
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"Any type of implementation, procedures or processes in existent today should and must adhere to certain standards and industry best practices. VoIP is no different and in this chapter, available standards will be examined in order to determine the validity of the parameters used in the various proofs of concept performed by different proponents. Beginning with RFC 3261, the document will be benchmarked against two United States government publications that define not only VoIP implementation but security considerations involved in the planning up to the operations stage."
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Internet Application Management: eBay, 2008.
An exploration of the changing dynamics of e-business, focusing on eBay's transformation into a global mainstream shopping destination, and the keys to its success.
3,725 words (approx. 14.9 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 102.95
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This paper gives an overview of eBay's e-business and sums up its global and financial achievements. The author discusses the current changes which have been made to eBay's website and business model in response to the changing economic climate and shifts in customer behavior. The writer concludes by listing the areas on which eBay needs to focus in order to be ready for the increased pace of 21st century e-business and expand their market even further.
Table of Contents:
Abstract
Purpose of the Report
Background of the Company
Discussion of Current Business Issues
Research Findings on the internet topic chosen: E-business
Recommendations of the strategic implications of the topic chosen for the Executive Management Team
Exhibit -I
Exhibit -II
Exhibit -III
Exhibit -IV
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"Of late, the Internet has been the single most ineffaceable inflexion point in business history. While the first phase of the Internet corresponded with the dawn of the World Wide Web 20 years back, the second phase was marked by the building of successful companies operating businesses through the Internet within a comparatively short time span. Nevertheless, the achievements of these survivors, most remarkably eBay.com and to some extent amazon.com, helped in ushering the second wave of the Internet. Because of ubiquitous access to the Internet, it has helped in the creation of the possibility of a completely new business model by supporting a varied and level-playing field. Since the world is at the threshold of the third wave of the Internet, progressive businesses perceive that the emerging business model cashes in on the Internet as the first ever-present data network which is capable of linking together suppliers, customers and their trading partners in an unprecedented manner, viz. dynamically and in real-time 24x7."
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Electronic Health Information Security, 2008.
A review of the security aspect and risks involved in electronic computer systems.
1,297 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 43.95
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The paper relates that computer technology evolved from large mainframe computers, programmed with punch cards and
occupying entire rooms, to desktop computers, portable laptops etc.. Processing power has increased exponentially, and microchip technology now enables watches and toys, to surpass the computing power of the computers that NASA used for the Apollo program. This rate of progress will continue, with processing power increasing steadily, reaching the limit of microchip technology. The paper highlights the threats to computer networks and elaborates on them. It also comments that in spite of all this progress in technology, persons employed in the industry are sometimes not aware of the consequences of failing to safeguard the information in a manner commensurate with its value and the risks associated with its unauthorized disclosure.
Outline:
External Threats to Electronic Healthcare Information
Internal Threats to Electronic Healthcare Information
Physical Loss of Electronic Healthcare Information
Conclusion
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"In 1995, the World Wide Web launched the modern era of electronic
communications, and with it, the need to secure sensitive data to multiple forms of theft and unauthorized access. Shortly thereafter, with health insurance fraud, identity theft, and white-collar crimes against business organizations like mortgage fraud at the top of
the list of growing crimes by the last decade of the 20th century, federal legislation went to effect in 1996 in the form of the Health Insurance Portability Act (HIPAA) that, as part of its comprehensive administration of employment health insurance benefits, also tightened measures to maintain the privacy of patient information throughout the healthcare system. "
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Telecommuting's Long-Term Impact on Employees, 2008.
A research paper on the impact of telecommuting on job satisfaction.
10,992 words (approx. 44.0 pages), 23 sources, MLA, $ 217.95
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This paper examines the telecommuting sector of the working public. The paper evaluates a series of seven hypotheses that specifically focus on the implications of teleworkers' Internet use levels. Specifically, the paper looks at why workers choose to telecommute in the context of their work/life balance objectives as well as what aspects of telecommuting jobs contribute or detract from job satisfaction. In addition, the paper attempts to validate that the Internet has become equally balanced as a media source relative to television and newspaper in the context of a telecommuters' use to stay informed.
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Introduction
Statement of the Problem
Implications of Work/Life Balance on Telecommuting
Purpose of the Study
- Needs Fulfillment Theory
- Judgment Theories of Job Satisfaction
Telecommuting
Telecommuter Profile
Job Satisfaction and Telecommuting
Job Satisfaction, Telecommuting and Autonomy
Hypotheses
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"From the studies completed of telecommuters' demographics, a polarity is beginning to emerge of remote workers who are members of this trend. Of the 20.7 million employees worked at home at least one day of the cited year according the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (2005), the challenge of demographic research is to discover through research the demographic segments of the most frequent telecommuters. While the definition of a telecommuter demographic model or taxonomy has not been specifically defined in previous research, there are dozens of studies that attempt to define telecommuters demographically. Bailey and Kurland (2002), and other researchers have been quick to define the traditional demographic segmentation criteria to telecommuters while Ford and Butts (1991) have proposed from their research that the polarity of telecommuting demographics are comprised of professional jobs requiring highly unique skills and insights on the high end, and routine, high quantity tasks that require little training or expertise on the low-end."
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Booking Online Beach House Rentals, 2008.
An assessment of the vacation rental industry online with specific reference to beach vacation rentals.
1,551 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 50.95
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The paper is a research paper focused on assessing the vacation rental industry online and specifically beach vacation rentals. The paper identifies the major company concerned as being Homeaway.com and states that there are two types of business models: (1) classified listing and (2) wholesale marketing.. The study specifically discusses the beach vacation rental industry in the Caribbean, Mexico, Hawaii, and the United States.
Outline:
Introduction
Vacation Beach Rental Industry
Beachhouse.Com
Industry Report: Travel & Tourism Trends
Escapia
Summary and Conclusion
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"Visitors to the BeachHouse.com website are able to search by state, price or number of bedrooms. BeachHouse.com provides detailed descriptions with accompany photos, rates, policies and as well the owner's websites can be assessed for checking availability. A Google search reveals that BeachHouse.com is number 2 in Google's Vacation Rentals Directory. The work of Rives (2006) entitled: "More Tourists Visiting N.C." states that North Carolina tourist spending "increase 4.9 percent" in 2004 and expected to gain another 5% in increases in the following year of 2005. In the coastal town of Southport Supply can barely meet demand as over the past two years those wanting to buy vacation homes on the coast has increased 30%. Stated is: "The market has just gone crazy...everyone wants to have a second home on the beach." (Rives, 2006) The work entitled: "Vacation Rentals: Right for You?" states that of the homes purchased in 2006, 30 percent of these were vacation homes. The advantage of renting a backhouse instead of a hotel room is that the vacationer has more space for less money. A 2002 industry report of recreational goods rental states that in 2002 there were 1,812 establishment with a revenue of 560.501 million. "
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Cryptographic File Systems in Windows NT, 2008.
This paper is a research proposal for evaluation of crytographic file systems in Windows NT.
1,600 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 52.95
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This proposal discusses the pervasive adoption of virtual private networks (VPNs) as requiring more organizations to integrate systems, data warehouses and compute-intensive processes together to ensure remote employees, managers, suppliers, and customers have access to the information they need. In many IT architectures the need to integrate with the Windows NTFS Version 3.0, also called the Encrypting File System (EFS) and VPN architectures is becoming commonplace. The intent of this research proposal evaluates the performance of Windows NT-based servers running the NTFS 3.0 with full EFS functionality enabled in a series of benchmarks that replicate actual employee, supplier, and customer work processes. The NetIO and NAS performance benchmarks are used as the basis of comparison.
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Synopsis
The Role of NTFS 3.0 in the Windows NT Architecture
Technical Comparative Analysis of IPSEC vs. SSL-based VPN
Summary
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"Comparing the protocols relative to the topologies supported security models used for both session authentication and confidentiality are critical to the security of both IPSEC and SSL-based VPNs. In addition, the major differences in how Quality of Service (QoS) and Service Level Agreements (SLAs) are managed are also highly dependent on the configuration of EFS with both IPSEC and SSL protocols in a VPN environment. The scalability aspects of each protocol are also compared in Table 1 below, in addition to both site-to-site and remote access support from a management perspective is included.
"Provisioning and service deployment as part of VPN management is also included in Table 1. Differences in VPN Client support and transparency are also profiled. Table 1, Technical Analysis of Differences between IPSec and SSL highlight the differences on each of these technical dimensions. The key differences center on scalability and transparency to the user. Scalability of SSL is entirely dependent on the underlying Internet traffic, while in IPSec, through optimized routing of point-to-point connections including the use of algorithms are used to maximize speed."
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