Discussion (Chapter 8): Excel is probably the most popular spreadsheet software for PCs. Why? What can we do with this package that makes it so attractive for modeling efforts? 

Questions: 

1. How does prescriptive analytics relate to descriptive and predictive analytics? 

2. Explain the differences between static and dynamic models. How can one evolve into the other? 

3. What is the difference between an optimistic approach and a pessimistic approach to decision making under assumed uncertainty? 

4. Explain why solving problems under uncertainty sometimes involves assuming that the problem is to be solved under conditions of risk. 

Exercise: 

 Investigate via a Web search how models and their solutions are used by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in the “war against terrorism.” Also, investigate how other governments or government agencies are using models in their missions. 

For this assignment, you’ll create a lightweight white paper for a fictitious Initial Coin Offering (ICO). You will use your imagination to create a brand new, hopefully unique, ICO, and develop a lightweight white paper that presents your ICO to prospective investors. A full white paper takes considerable time and effort to create. For this assignment, you’ll only be asked to provide the most essential elements. 

The goal is for you to be creative in your application of blockchain technology, and the explain your ideas. 

To start, read the following article: How to Write a Good White Paper for Your ICO –

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4_b3c1vjUeo
• https://applicature.com/blog/token-offerings/write-good-white-paper-ico
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bzNVWZbPLN8
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EeRRkxrVNsU

Then, explore new and existing blockchain projects in any domain that interests you. You can start with an Internet search for “blockchain use cases” and “current blockchain projects.” Identify a few that you find interesting and learn about each one. Then, think of a new idea how you could apply blockchain in a new and useful way. 

Once you have your idea, create your white paper. Your paper should be in APA format, and have the following sections:

1) Title – a headline that will catch your reader’s imagination

2) Abstract – Summary of what your whitepaper contains

3) Introduction – Introduce readers to the problem you will solve, the motivation to solve it, and how you’ll present your solution.

4) Problem/Market consideration – Explain the current situation (expand the problem from the introduction).

5) Literature Review

6) Solution – Describe your solution.

7) Summary – Close the sale.

8) References(Minimum 8 References )

How would Jesus Christ is seen as focus of reality and its impact on concept of actor methodology?

Provide a 1200 word minimum reflection about how the course Introduction to Blockchain & Cryptocurrencies connects to your job Web Development.

Use of proper APA formatting and citations. If supporting evidence from outside resources is used those must be properly cited. 

Share a personal connection that identifies specific knowledge and theories from this course. 

Demonstrate a connection to your current work environment. If you are not employed, demonstrate a connection to your desired work environment. 

You should NOT, provide an overview of the assignments assigned in the course. The assignment asks that you reflect how the knowledge and skills obtained through meeting course objectives were applied or could be applied in the workplace. 

In the last week of class, we are going to complete a reflection activity.

This discussion topic is to be reflective and will be using your own words (500 words)and not a compilation of direct citations from other papers or sources. You can use citations in your posts, but this discussion exercise should be about what you have learned through your viewpoint and not a re-hash of any particular article, topic, or the book.

Items to include in the initial thread: 

• “Interesting Assignments” – What were some of the more interesting assignments to you? 
• “Interesting Readings” – What reading or readings did you find the most interesting and why? “Interesting Readings”
• “Perspective” – How has this course changed your perspective? 
• “Course Feedback” – What topics or activities would you add to the course, or should we focus on some areas more than others?

If you are using colours in your presentation, how do you choose effective colours that provide good differentiation between the visualizations within a presentation? 

Discussion Length (word count): At least 250 words

References: At least two peer-reviewed, scholarly journal references.

 Discuss the theory that supports your research model in terms of your outcomes and predictors of that outcomes. 

Compare and contrast Wireshark and GlassWire network monitor & security tools. explaining the benefits and features of each, then decide which of these two choices you would prefer to use if you were the Network Manager. Explain why you made your decision.

 Propose and defend about Preventing attacks on web applications  Write  500 words or more explaining why this topic is important for your peers to understand. Be focused and specific. Look into the general topic provided in the list in this folder to find something new and interesting to write about. You should do a deep dive into a topic. Do not do a survey.

You MUST make a statement saying exactly what your topic is. 

Use at least five 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.

Write in essay format not in bulleted, numbered or other list format. 

Week 8 Status Report

Use the Week 8 Status Report Template to complete this assignment.

In Week 10, you will provide a detailed project presentation for your new information system project. Because of its importance to the organization, your presentation must be thoughtful and visually appealing. To help you stay on track for this three-week effort, the executives have assigned you a project manager. For each week leading up to the presentation, you are expected to turn in a short (less than one page) status report.

It must address just four things:

1. What did you expect to accomplish on the project this week?
2. What did you actually accomplish on the project this week?
3. What issues have arisen, and what help do you need?
4. What do you expect to accomplish on the project next week?

Please write up your responses as a series of bullet points in memo form. There is no need for a cover page.