COBOL in 2001
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A 10 page paper discussing this programming language's likely future. COBOL has outlived all sorts of advances in hardware, software and uses, many of which were expected to place COBOL's final nail. However, it is clear that COBOL is will remain a significant force in business applications. Not only do existing legacy systems center on the language, but 15% of all new development currently is in COBOL. Those universities that have abandoned teaching the language completely do their students no favor. Though it likely should not be required of all computer students, it should remain available as an elective subject. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: KScobol01.wps

COBOL; History, Development and Future
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This 6 page paper considers the computer language COBOL and how it has been used and developed, including examples of companies that currently use COBOL. The writer considers the way it has developed and will need to develop, such as object oreientation and standard query language (SQL). Finally the writer considers the future for COBOL programmers and their salaries. The bibliography cites 6 sources.
Filename: TEcobol1.wps

CoCo Jewelry Online
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A 7 page paper discussing site design and ease of use by customers in an e-commerce environment. The paper uses the site of http://www.cocostore.biz/ for evaluation of the site and recommendations for improvement. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: KSitCoCo.rtf

ColdFusion and Web Development
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This 6 page report discusses is described in the sales’ catalog literature as “a powerful platform for creating and deploying dynamic web applications. Developers like ColdFusion because its simple, tag-based language makes it easy to handle simple tasks, like processing form data and querying databases.” Created in 1995 by two brothers in Massachusetts, it is fundamentally a “database-oriented, server-side scripting and programming tool” that has come to be the leader in its unique market realm. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: BWcfuse.wps

Comparing the ISA of the 80x86 and the MIPS R2000
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A 9 page paper discussing these two approaches. The MIPS R2000 was introduced in 1986, eight years after Intel's first 8086 chip that later became the 80x86 in various incarnations. A new Instruction Set Architecture (ISA) was introduced for each wider subsequent word length and followed the 1985 introduction of the 80386. Though the ISAs of the 80x86 and the R2000 accomplish the same ends, they arrive at those ends via very different paths. It is likely that the 80x86 ISA will contintue to be developed because of continued backward compatibility, but the RISC approach is likely now to gain greater attention and acceptability as well. Three illustrations. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: KSisaIntR20.wps

Comparing Two Modern Word Processors
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This 4 page paper discusses the comparable features of Corel WordPerfect 7 and Microsoft Word 7.0, provides a list of features and minimum specifications for operation and reviews lauding MS-Word because of the additional management suites. This still leaves the choice up to the user. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Wordproc.rtf

Comparing Two Studies
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This 4 page paper considers two studies; “An Empirical Study of the Causal Antecedents of Customer Confidence in E-Tailers” by Sandeep Krishnamurthy and “Organizational commitment and ethical behavior: An empirical study of information system professionals” by Effy Oz. Both look at the impact and perception of information technology, the first at e-commerce and how customers perceive risk, the second at the role of IS professionals. The paper outlines their purpose, hypotheses and the value they may provide as well as comparing the two studies. The bibliography cites 2 sources.
Filename: TE2stude.rtf

Comparing Windows Vista to Linux
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A 15 page paper comparing Windows Vista operating system and Linux. Judging from Microsoft's past performance it will take at least two years for the Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008 to become as reliable and predictable as the company claims it is. For its part, Linux is more suitable for more technically-oriented users and administrators. For those who possess the technical knowledge, however, Linux is a much more economical choice and reduces total cost of ownership, both in purchase price and in costs of ownership over time. The OS that is "best" for a specific user depends, as always, on the user's needs in the present and anticipated future, as well as on the user's level of technical knowledge and ability. Includes a prospectus and abstract. Bibliography lists 11 sources in 26 footnotes.
Filename: KSwinVisLin.rtf

Comparison of Microsoft Windows 98SE, Windows 2000 Professional, and Windows XP Professional
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This is a 5 page paper comparing three Microsoft operating systems: Windows XP Professional, Windows 2000 Professional and Windows 98 SE (Second Edition). A comparison of three Microsoft operating systems, Windows XP Professional, Windows 2000 Professional and Windows 98 SE (Second Edition) is best done through a comparison of firstly their system requirements which are the basics needed in order to run the system and secondly the features of the systems. The systems are based on the evolution of the Windows packages in which Windows 98 was originally an upgrade from Windows 95; Windows 2000 and ME (Millennium) was further an upgrade from Windows 98 and Windows NT; and lastly, Windows XP is still again above Windows 2000 but incorporating all of the top features of those operating systems which preceded it in addition to more comprehensive features regarding reliability, remote access and network administration among others. Not surprisingly then, each system higher within the evolution of the Windows family consists of considerably more features but also considerably higher system requirements in order to run the operating system. Professional versions also include more features which are dedicated to network capabilities and business applications and therefore the requirements and features are considerably more so than those of any Home versions of the product. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: TJMSWin1.rtf

Comparison Of Three 19" Computer Monitors
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A 5 page paper that compares three 19" computer monitors from Hitachi, Samsung and Proview. Specifications are provided for each monitor with an explanation of what some of the terms mean, e.g. dot pitch. A commentary follows concluding with a recommendation on which monitor to purchase. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: PGmntr.rtf

Competitors In The CPU Chips Industry
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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 long time to come. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: PGCPU.wps

Computer Aided Process Planning
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This 7 page report discusses Computer Aided Process Planning or CAPP. Such software systems have the ability to gather and verify production data and then transmit it to the appropriate manufacturing or design entity. Such a process both simplifies and expedites the exchange of information and allows for the elimination of wasted time and energy in shuffling through the mountains of paper that have always accompanied production processes. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: BWcapp.rtf

Computer Comparison and Evaluation Memo
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A 3 page memo evaluating four computers from three manufacturers, leading to recommendation for one. The one chosen is Dell's OptiPlex 320 after weighing features and price. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: KSbusComCompM.rtf

Computer Consulting Case Study
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A 9 page paper that considers a specific computer industry case study (CompuGear, Inc.) and the responses of a professional computer consulting firm team in the solution of current issues. Recommendations to increase productivity and improve profitability are discussed in detail. No Bibliography.
Filename: Compcon.wps

COMPUTER CRIME: A CASE STUDY
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This 6-page paper focuses on a case study detailing a disgruntled employee who set a time bomb in a company's computer. The paper answers questions such as whether the employee's act was criminal, how it could have been prevented, and how the database could be restored. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: MTcomcri.rtf

Computer Domains: Criteria for Selection of Equipment and Software :
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A 2 page discussion of computer domains and the types of equipment which are necessary to access them. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: PPDomain.wps

Computer Generated Animation.
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(5pp).In the late 19th century, advances in photography and film helped to spur a revolution in the study and perception of human motion. For the first time, an individual could slow down time to a speed at which the different phases of a running or jumping motion were beautifully clear. Today, advances in computer animation may add a new dimension to our ability to understand and visualize human motion Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: BBcmpanR.doc