IT207 week 1

For assignment 1

  • Explain the purpose of an operating system for a personal computer.
  • Give a brief description of the hardware components of a computer that the OS interfaces with. Motherboard, CPU, RAM, hard drive, sound controller, power supply, input and output devices, etc.

Submit a one to two page paper in APA format by wed 11:59 PM. You are welcome to submit drafts for the instructor’s comments.

For APA format, include a title page. Include an abstract statement on page two. Add the body on pages 3 & 4. Put  your references on page 5. Use more than one reference for your information. Use Times New Roman 12 point font, double-spaced through the entire document. Indent paragraphs in the body. The abstract is not indented. 

You can use the APA template and References tab in MS Word for easier formatting.

If you are not familiar with APA formatting, please let me know and we can set up a live tutorial via GoToMeeting.

Remember to proofread your paper before submitting. Ideally, also have someone else also proofread it.

Use Python Package : urllib3

Python Package : urllib3

1) You will prepare a short illustration of how the package works (this must be general, and not related to your project). It does not have to cover the whole package, but can be only a part of it.

  1. You will use the package in the context of your project and show the value that it brings.
  2. (3)  All outputs for the retakework will make use of XLWings.You can either use XLWings to(3.1) build (and format) an Excel file to output information or (3.2) code an Excel function or procedure.

Assignment 2

 Complete a Physical Security Assessment (internal and external) of your place of work or living area.  If you use your work area make sure you inform the Security Manager to get permission as to what you are doing. If you live in a gated community inform the security guard of your activities. Refer to your text on the importance of Lighting and Access Control and be sure to cover the salient issues discussed in the text. 

700-word proposal memo (No Plagiarism, APA format) $8

In our readings for this week, we’ve learned about designing interfaces and dialogues. For your assignment, you will apply what you’ve learned to make a recommendation. Here is the context for your assignment: Tim is happy with your work. The next part of the proposal will be to provide a high-level recommendation on the method of interacting with the proposed system. For this part of the proposal, Tim wants you to provide a high-level or executive summary and make a recommendation (see below for details). Compose a proposal that is a minimum of 700 words (double-spaced) in length and responds to the two tasks listed below with the necessary references to support your work:

  1. Provide a high-level or executive summary of the following interaction methods: object-based, form, natural language, and command language.
  2. Then, provide a recommendation for the proposed system. Make sure you provide a clear justification for your recommendation.

week 7

 Journal articles

This week’s journal article focus on the how positive team culture can correct the impact of lagging leadership creativity. Additionally, we discussed how digital transformation leaders in regard to artificial intelligence (AI). After reviewing the reading, please answer the following questions:

  1. What is your definition of AI? Please explain.
  2. What is your opinion of AI, is the technology currently available? Why or why not?
  3. Please note at least four AI technologies, explain if they are truly AI or something else. Thoroughly explain your answer.
  4. How is AI perceived as different in various industries and locations? Please explain.

Google Scholar is also a great source for research. Please be sure that journal articles are peer-reviewed and are published within the last five years.The paper should meet the following requirements:· 3-5 pages in length (not including title page or references)· APA guidelines must be followed. The paper must include a cover page, an introduction, a body with fully developed content, and a conclusion.· A minimum of five peer-reviewed journal articles.The writing should be clear and concise. Headings should be used to transition thoughts. Don’t forget that the grade also includes the quality of writing.Note: This written assignment is a REQUIRED ASSIGNMENT it is worth one-hundred (100) points. You are required to answer the questions as stated in the assignment question in order to obtain credit for the assignment by the due date. If you do not complete the assignment by the due date, you will receive a zero (0) for this assignment. There is a grading criterion associated with this assignment. Your work will be compared to other’s work, using SafeAssign for plagiarism, so please note that copying other people’s responses will not be tolerated.

Cloud Computing

 

  • Define and describe a SAN.
  • Define and describe NAS.
  • Describe how cloud-based data storage works.
  • Assume that you must select a cloud-based data storage solution for your company. List the factors you would consider when selecting a vendor.
  • Many users do not yet feel comfortable storing data within the cloud. Discuss some steps you can take to reduce their concerns.
  • Assume that you must select a cloud-based data storage solution for your company. List the factors you would consider when selecting a vendor.
  • List the pros and cons of cloud-based data storage.
  • List the pros and cons of a cloud-based database

 

  • Define collaboration.
  • Define and describe cloud-based collaboration.
  • The CIO of Ace Accounting Services suggests that the company can save considerable money using VoIP for phone calls. Define and describe VoIP. Then present three companies that provide VoIP offerings. Compare and contrast each company’s offering. Also, discuss whether or not you agree with the CIO and justify why.
  • List the questions one should consider when evaluating a cloud-based collaborative solution.