IT: Overview of Some Current Issues
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A 5 page paper reviewing three information systems articles reflecting current issues in IT. The articles discuss globalization of the IT function; using IT to combat bioterrorism; and guarding against spending too much on IT systems in order to gain little benefit for the additional costs. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: KSitOvervw.rtf

IT’s Future Directions
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A 6 page paper discussing the likely directions of IT in the first 10 or 15 years of the new century. As the boundaries between IT and the rest of the business blur, those designing, implementing and executing these and other changes will need to be conversant not only in business, but also in IT capabilities. Those currently in IT only will need to gain greater knowledge of the business needs of the organization. As the boundaries between data and active business continue to blur, so will the range of talents and abilities of those using them. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: KSitFutDir.rtf

J2EE’s Strengths and Weaknesses
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A 12 page paper discussing the emerging industry standard of J2EE, led by Sun Microsystems in development but contributed to by most industry leaders. Thanks to the advent of web services, XML and standard web protocols, the inability of organizations to communicate meaningfully and effectively now truly can be a thing of the past. The next – current – generation of web services evolution appears to be seen in J2EE, Java 2 Platform, Enterprise Edition. The common protocols that have existed in the past and continue to be integral to web services have been useful to the degree that they have blazed the trail to interoperability and compatibility, but J2EE and its counterpart, Microsoft.NET, are seen as bringing web services to the next level. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: KS-J2EE.rtf

Java as a Technology used in the Development of Web-Based Applications or a Cross-Platform Programming Language
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This is a 3 page paper discussing Java as a Web-based application tool and as a cross-platform programming language. When Sun Microsystems first introduced Java it was considered a “cross-platform programming language” in which the introduction of such a tool could “level the Intel/Microsoft playing field by lowering the cost of application development”. Among other things however, Java is essentially considered as “Sun’s cross-platform application development language for Internet applications” which is why it is often considered as a development tool for Web-based applications. While Java clients were attracted by the low costs associated with adopting the Java platform, what really appealed to developers was the lack of the administration required to adopt the platform in that the language could be easily incorporated within existing HTML web pages to provide more robust interactive features and applications. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: TJJAVAp1.rtf

Java in Client/Server Computing
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A 10 page paper discussing Java's growing importance in client/server computing. Though it certainly cannot be said to have taken web development by storm, it appears that Java's day is about to arrive. Increasing use of non-PC Internet devices creates a need for Java's cross-platform capabilities. Where the ability was intriguing in earlier years, the proliferation of non-PC access devices requires that web pages be accessible to all attempting to access them. The paper discusses growth in the use of Internet devices as well as servlets in Java applications. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: KS-Java.wps

JAVA PLATFORMS AND AN EXPLANATION
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This 3-page paper describes J2SE and J2EE, as well as the differences and need for both platforms. Also included is a general discussion about Java. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: MTjavaex.rtf

JavaScript and PHP-MySQL
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This 5 page paper looks at JavaScript and PHP-MySQL, considering each language and identifying the differences between the two languages along with the advantages and disadvantages of both. The bibliography cites 5 sources.
Filename: TEphpjava.rtf

Justification of the Allocation of a Computer
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This 5 page report style paper is written with the purpose of persuading management of the benefits of allocating a manger with his own computer. The paper argues in logical terms for the time benefits, the cost savings and the better efficiency that will be gained.
Filename: TEengcom.wps

Kerberos and Windows 2000
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A 3 page paper discussing the origins and use of the Kerberos authentication protocol. Based on secret-key encryption, Kerberos is much more secure than is public-key encryption approaches. Kerberos is much more useful in the Unix environment, however. Microsoft finally has addressed the interoperability issues that exist with using Kerberos on a Windows 2000 server, but only in such a way that placates current Kerberos users instead of taking full advantage of the protocol’s usefulness. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: KSitKerberos.rtf

Knowledge Management
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10 pages. Knowledge management is concerned with the critical issues of organizational adaptation and the collection of data knowledge management is also comprised of organizational processes that seek the all-important combination of data and information processing capacity of information technologies. Additional topics in this definitive paper include data warehousing and data mining technologies. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: JGAdatam.wps

LAN Topologies
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This 5 page paper considers the different available topologies that can be seen in local area networks, explains the transmission methods and discusses the advantages and disadvantages. The paper also includes illustrations of each topology. The bibliography cites 4 sources.
Filename: TElantop.wps

Layer manufacturing and the building of prototype models
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Layer manufacturing is the use of computer controlled and latest Materials and forming processes in building the physical model layer by layer based on a digital model. The 10 page model looks at three different systems that make use of layer manufacturing; the Thermojet Printer by 3D systems, The Perfactory Concept Modeler from Envisiontech and the ProMetal Rapid Tooling System. The bibliography cites 3 sources.
Filename: TElayerb.rtf

Legalities and Copyright Issues Associated with the Internet
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This 8 page report discusses the legality of the wide distribution of copyrighted material on the Internet, such as music, video games and software. The Internet has provided unprecedented ways of sharing knowledge, however new ways of owning and monopolizing knowledge are also emerging. As issues of ownership present themselves, the legalities and principles associated with intellectual properties have gained a greater level of notoriety and concern for all parties involved - authors, researchers, developers, and all other information users. The well-publicized example of Napster, Inc. is discussed. Bibliography lists 15 sources.
Filename: BWcrite.wps

Linux
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3 pages in length. Linux was created in 1991 by Linus Benedict Torvalds, a twenty-one-year-old Finn who was attending the University of Helsinki. His self-taught talent of hacking served him well by affording him the deep understanding of how and why computers operate the way they do; from this knowledge was born an operating system that rivaled what had heretofore not been applicable to professional demands. The closest system was MINIX, however, it was severely limited in its professional application due to its instructional nature; because professionals already had the training, they required a more sophisticated system for industry use. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: TLCLinux.rtf

Linux Overview
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A 5 page paper overview of Linux specifically focusing on kernel (2.4 vs 2.2) use and security function. Linux took years to gain the attention of a significant number of engineers and programmers. Now that it has and major computer manufacturers are providing it instead of Windows, it is likely to grow in popularity more rapidly than in the past. The paper includes a list of several major companies using Linux for their major systems including supercomputing applications. Bibliography lists 5 sources in MLA format.
Filename: KSitLinuxOver.rtf

LOCALLY FUNDED TECHNOLOGY – REX, GEORGIA
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This 3-page paper discusses some creative ways in which a school can find funding for its technology programs. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: MTlocfunte.rtf

Lotus Notes
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This 3 page paper looks at the features of Lotus Notes, how it may be used and considers the way that a fictitious company may improve the benefits provided by Lotus notes with a few changes. The bibliography cites 1 source.
Filename: TElotusno.rtf