Monthly Archives: January 2024

 Discussion Topic: Define and describe a SAN vs. NAS. Name one applicable purpose of each and why. 

 Paper:

Write a paper on cloud-based data storage. The following are the items to discuss in the paper:

• Describe how cloud-based data storage works.
• List the pros and cons of cloud-based data storage.
• List the pros and cons of a cloud-based database.

Paper requirements:

• Minimum 900 words (excluding title page, table of contents, and references pages)
• Minimum of 3 references
• Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines

Using the Documenting Research Guide and the Assignment 2 Instructions, develop your outline. Submit the outline in an MS Word document file type. Utilize the standards of APA 7 for all documentation, including citations or references in the outline. Ensure that the document includes your name. Do not include your student identification number. You may use the cover page from the student paper template, but it is not required. The Documenting Research Guide is in the Useful Documents folder, in the content area; the Assignment 2 Instructions.

Submit your outline on or before the due date.

By submitting this paper, you agree:

(1) that you are submitting your paper to be used and stored as part of the SafeAssign™ services in accordance with the Blackboard Privacy Policy;

(2) that your institution may use your paper in accordance with UC's policies; and

(3) that the use of SafeAssign will be without recourse against Blackboard Inc. 

• Article – Doll, W., & Torkzadeh, G. (1988). The Measurement of End-User Computing Satisfaction
  Article – Doll, W., & Torkzadeh, G. (1988). The Measurement of End-User Computing SatisfactionAttached Files:
  •  dolltorkzedah.pdf dolltorkzedah.pdf – Alternative Formats (639.838 KB)
  • Doll, W., & Torkzadeh, G. (1988). The Measurement of End-User Computing Satisfaction. MIS Quarterly, 12(2), 259–274. https://doi.org/10.2307/248851
• Article 2 – Davis, F. (1989). Perceived Usefulness, Perceived Ease of Use, and User Acceptance of Information Technology
  Article 2 – Davis, F. (1989). Perceived Usefulness, Perceived Ease of Use, and User Acceptance of Information TechnologyAttached Files:
  •  Perceived Usefulness, Perceived Ease of Use, and User Acceptance of Information Technology_1989.pdf Perceived Usefulness, Perceived Ease of Use, and User Acceptance of Information Technology_1989.pdf – Alternative Formats (2.472 MB)
  • Davis, F. (1989). Perceived Usefulness, Perceived Ease of Use, and User Acceptance of Information Technology. MIS Quarterly,13(3), 319-340. doi:10.2307/249008
• Article 3 – Davis, F. (1993). User acceptance of information technology: system characteristics, user perceptions and behavioral impacts
  Article 3 – Davis, F. (1993). User acceptance of information technology: system characteristics, user perceptions and behavioral impactsAttached Files:
  •  DAVIS_TAM.pdf DAVIS_TAM.pdf – Alternative Formats (460.194 KB)
  • Davis, F. (1993). User acceptance of information technology: system characteristics, user perceptions and behavioral impacts. International journal of man-machine studies, 38(3), 475-487.  doi:10.1006/imms.1993.1022
• Article 4 – DeLone, W. H., & McLean, E. R. (1992). Information systems success: The quest for the dependent variable.
  Article 4 – DeLone, W. H., & McLean, E. R. (1992). Information systems success: The quest for the dependent variable.Attached Files:
  •  DelONe_McLean_ISS_basearticle.pdf DelONe_McLean_ISS_basearticle.pdf – Alternative Formats (10.785 MB)
  • DeLone, W. H., & McLean, E. R. (1992). Information systems success: The quest for the dependent variable. Information systems research, 3(1), 60-95.

Discussion Question: 

You’ve read several articles on Information System Success and Satisfaction. How do you believe an organization should measure information system success and satisfaction in the enterprise?

Your Research Project is due this week. It must consist of:

1. 5 source annotated bibliography

2. slide presentation with 12 or more slides

3. Summary or Abstract containing at least 750 words.

The topic must be appropriate for graduate level. Find a topic that we covered in the course and dig deeper or find something that will help you in your work or in a subject area of interest related to the course topic. Use the Research Databases available from the Danforth Library not Google.

Research IaaS then address the following scenario in essay format. Your essay should be 2-3 pages in length (not including cover and reference page) and should include at least two scholarly references and no less than four references total. Your paper must be in APA format.

XYZ corporation is a large hospital considering moving services to the cloud to reduce some data center expenses. The hospital must comply with HIPAA regulations while moving resources to the cloud. You are considering an IaaS solution for the hospital, but leadership is skeptical about the move.

Your job is to provide assurances through research as to why there is no need for concern. In this essay, you need to provide assurances that should address risks, legal compliance, downtime, and other key areas of IaaS migrations.

Write at least 500 words analyzing a subject you find in this article: https://www.911.gov/pdf/OEC_Fact_Sheet_Cyber_Risks_NG911.pdf 
related to a threat to confidentiality, integrity, or availability of data. Use an example from the news.

Use at least three sources. Include at least 3 quotes from your sources enclosed in quotation marks and cited in-line by reference to your reference list.  Example: “words you copied” (citation) These quotes should be one full sentence not altered or paraphrased. Cite your sources using APA format. Use the quotes in your paragaphs.

In 500 words describe the below

Watch this https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ns_92Tdmkhc For example, many think that the introduction of self-driving cars will disrupt the job market for drivers.

 For this assignment, you will evaluate the systems development life cycle (SDLC) methodology by creating a diagram for an information system. Carefully review the ISM500 SDLC Diagram Scenario ( Attached) and formulate a solution for the problem presented in the scenario. Your paper must include the following elements.

• Create a diagram of the systems development life cycle (SDLC) for your solution.
  • Provide a graphical representation of the SDLC you will use to implement your solution.
  • Identify the elements you will need in order to create your solution and include them in each of the appropriate phases of your diagram.
• Explain how each of the solution elements you’ve identified fit in the lifecycle phases you have depicted in your diagram. Include citations from the text to support your position.

The SDLC Diagram

• Must be two to three double-spaced pages (600-900 words) in length (not including title and references pages) and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center (Links to an external site.).
• Must include a separate title page with the following:
  • Title of paper
  • Student’s name
  • Course name and number
  • Instructor’s name
  • Date submitted
• Must use at least two credible sources including the course text.

• Must document all sources in APA style
• Must include a separate references page that is formatted according to APA style

Briefly describe the System analysis and design in Computer science

 You are the web master for the Republican Party National Committee. Prepare a risk assessment analysis for your website. Some questions to consider:

• Who is likely to attack your site?
• When are attacks likely to occur?
• What sort of attacks might take place?
• How can you best minimize attacks and protect the integrity of your site?

Write between 200-300 words.