Use
the Internet or the Strayer Library to research one (1) concept in information
systems that you have studied in this course. You may select a topic of your
choice or you may use one (1) of the following:
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Computer literacy and information literacy
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Using information systems and information technologies / management
information systems
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Data warehouses
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Personal, legal, ethical, and organizational issues of information systems
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Protecting information resources
o
risks associated with information technologies
o
computer and network security
o
security threats / measures & enforcement / comprehensive security
guidelines
Mobile and wireless networks / security
Convergence of voice, video, and data
New trends: the Web 2.0 and Web 3.0 eras
e-Commerce / B2B e-Commerce / mobile and voice-based e-Commerce
Global information systems
Building successful information systems
Enterprise systems
Management support systems
Intelligent information systems
Emerging trends, technologies, and applications
Write
a four to five (4-5) page paper in which you:
1.
Present an overview of the origin and history of the concept that you have
chosen.
2.
Describe one (1) current use of the concept that you have chosen. Include
at least two (2) examples of such use in individuals, organizations, and / or
governments to support your response.
3.
Discuss common attitudes toward the concept. Next, discuss your own
attitudes toward the concept in question. Justify your response.
4.
Explain the fundamental strengths and weaknesses–or the advantages and
disadvantages–of the concept that you have chosen. Justify your response.
5.
Describe the prevailing view that experts hold about the likely future of
the concept in question. Include the views of at least three (3) experts to
support your response.
6.
Use at least six (6) quality references.Note: Wikipedia and other Websites do not qualify as academic resources.
Your
assignment must follow these formatting requirements:
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Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with
one-inch margins on all sides; citations and references must follow APA or
school-specific format. Check with your professor for any additional
instructions.
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Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student’s
name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page and
the reference page are not included in the required assignment page length.
The
specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:
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Explain the major components of an information systems infrastructure.
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Identify emerging technologies that enable new forms of communication,
collaboration, and partnering.
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Explain how information systems are enabling new forms of commerce between
individuals, organizations, and governments.
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Use technology and information resources to research issues in information
systems.
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Write clearly and concisely about management information systems using
proper writing mechanics.
