Essays and Research Papers on Computer Technology

A 5 page summary of the book "Slaves of the Machine" by Gregory J. E. Rawlins. In this book, Rawlins argues that the computer is perhaps the one in control, the master of all of us. This is due to the fact that we designed it, yet make all these alterations to our lives in order to utilize ...

Computer aided design has become a significant factor in such diverse occupations as architecture and toy manufacturing. This 5 page paper examines the technology, history and processes involved in 3D animation and computer simulation. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

Parents have always wondered what was in store for their children and their children's children. It has been said, 'the Future is Now'. Inasmuch as the world has now entered the age of the computer, this is true. This is the age of the computer and digital technology. Computer technology, the ...

3 pages in length. Nick Klaws is well within his rights - both by policy and ethics - to suspend Joe Blow's account for failing to uphold university protocol that states school computers are to be used only for school-related reasons. That Joe was conducting personal business by earning money from a school ...

This 4 page report discusses the purchase of a computer for a home office. What is purchased should be based on actual needs. Obviously, an accountant will need different types of capabilities in a computer system than a those needed by a desktop publisher. The money available to purchase a computer should also be a consideration. The actual ...

This 8 page paper describes why it's necessary to protect computer systems and the kinds of attacks they may experience, and how firewalls and intrusion detections systems work.

This 5 page paper provides an overview of women and technology and focuses on the controversial 2000 study published by AAUW. What can be done about the gender gap in computer science is discussed. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

8 pages in length. Since the invention of computer technology, people have been searching for ways to incorporate the Internet into their daily lives. The problem at hand, however, was addressing the needs of those who either did not want to learn all the computer skills or were not able to fully understand ...

8 pages in length. Computer technology has become a significant part of life. Indeed, there is no denying that its very presence has drastically altered humanity's existence throughout the latter part of the twentieth century. Through a number of developments, computers have not only become integral components of virtually every aspect of a ...

8 pages in length. From the time of Benjamin Franklin, electricity has been a critical component to virtually every entity of human existence. From worldwide communications systems, space vehicles, computers, microwave ovens, washing and sewing machines, transportation vehicles, and manufacturing processes, Franklin's discovery established an entirely different world in which to live. Contemporary ...

A 5 page paper discussing upper temperature limits at which today's microprocessors can operate. All electronic equipment has a specific temperature range at which its performance is optimal, and all will have difficulties in operation should the upper limits of those temperature ranges are exceeded. Since the CPU is the central portion of the ...

A 7 page paper that reviews 5 articles, each addressing a different issue. The questions/issues addressed in this paper are: Information systems failure or malfunction; Computer viruses; advanced technology and the adverse effects on employees; health issues with computer use; and software piracy. Articles reviewed each address one issue, for instance, one article reports the ...

A 5 page paper which discusses and analyzes the essay "Xerox and Infinity" by Jean Baudrillard which argues that we are less human through technology. The paper examines the essay and argues, to some extent, that we are not less than human overall, through out attachment to technology and the computer. No additional sources cited.

This 13 page paper evaluates technology policy as it pertains to the UK. Policies in respect to the environment, privacy and the Internet, genetic modification, medicine, and computers in the classroom are discussed. Bibliography lists 15 sources.

Educating More Students for Business: 5 pages in length. Information technology is currently being used to improve create a competitive advantage among employees through online computer courses, or long-distance learning as it is sometimes called. This paper will explain how the use of information technology is allowing employees to compete within their own company by getting graduate degrees, allowing ...

This 20 page paper looks at a variety of subjects to show that XML can be utilized to create effective programs for ameliorating problems with the interdisciplinary learning model. Interdisciplinary leaning is defined and discussed. The e-learning revolution is also discussed. How computers can help teachers to better integrate learning is the focus of this ...

This 3-page paper describes physical and logical designs of computer networks, including how physical design is an outgrowth of logical design. Also included is an example of how a university used these two concepts to develop an efficient network. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 3 page research paper that, first of all, explains what compilers are and the function they serve in computer programming. Then the various features of compilers are explained and discussed. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

6 pages in length. The writer discusses the fundamental form and function of graphic user interface as it relates to computer systems. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 6 page easy to understand paper defines the computer language known as python, looking at what it is and how it operates before going on to compare it with other similar languages such as Java and C++. The bibliography cites 7 sources.

A 4 page overview of the life and accomplishments of this phenomenal woman. Hopper pursued an extensive career in the U.S. Navy, a career spanning forty years and in which she would be instrumental in the development of the universal computer language COBOL. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

7 pages in length. The freedom inspired by technological advancement is something that simply cannot be measured in the traditional sense; the ability to purchase, research, educate and recreate all from the comfort of one's home is a freedom of empowerment that was only found in science fiction books just a generation ago. ...

This 8 page paper looks at the world in general and how technology has changed it. Digital technology is the focus of the paper that spends much time on evaluating the problem of archiving in this changing world. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 4 page paper. The writer reports three specific cases where teachers are using wireless technology in their classrooms. In one school, students are using it for a multitude of things and in the other two schools, wireless is used in algebra classes. The essay reports the outcomes related to the use of this ...

This 3-page paper provides a needs assessment for a fictitious firm (financial institution) and how it would decide what services it would need. Bibliography lists 3 sources.