Read the article titled, “Enterprise IT shops now choose SSD storage,” located in the online course shell and at http://searchsolidstatestorage.techtarget.com/feature/Enterprise-IT-shops-now-choose-SSD-storage.

 

 

Use the Internet to research the benefits and hazards to organizations that use solid-state drive (SSD) storage devices.

 

Write a three to four (4) page paper in which you:

 

1. Examine the major benefits for an organization to use SSDs.

2. Analyze the major disadvantages and possible hazards that an organization should consider before adopting SSDs.

3. Recommend whether or not Delaware Health and Social Services and the Disabled American Veterans should seriously consider SSDs for their organizations. Provide a rationale for your response.

4. Determine whether SSDs are more or less difficult for computer forensics personnel to examine. Suggest whether or not an organization, such as Health and Social Services and the Disabled American Veterans, should consider the difficulty of computer forensic examinations when considering the purchase of SSDs. Provide a rationale for your response.

5. Use at least four (4) quality resources in this assignment. Note: Wikipedia and similar Websites do not qualify as quality resources.

 

 

Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:

 

  • 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.
  • 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:

 

  • Analyze the main classes of hardware and system software components in an enterprise context.
  • Discuss common input / output technologies.
  • Use technology and information resources to research issues in enterprise architecture.
  • Write clearly and concisely about Advanced Computer Architecture topics using proper writing mechanics and technical style conventions.






As a financial consultant, you have contracted with Wheel Industries to evaluate their procedures involving the evaluation of long term investment opportunities. You have agreed to provide a detailed report illustrating the use of several techniques for evaluating capital projects including the weighted average cost of capital to the firm, the anticipated cash flows for the projects, and the methods used for project selection. In addition, you have been asked to evaluate two projects, incorporating risk into the calculations.

You have also agreed to provide an 8-10 page report, in good form, with detailed explanation of your methodology, findings, and recommendations.

Company Information

Wheel Industries is considering a three-year expansion project, Project A. The project requires an initial investment of $1.5 million. The project will use the straight-line depreciation method. The project has no salvage value. It is estimated that the project will generate additional revenues of $1.2 million per year before tax and has additional annual costs of $600,000. The Marginal Tax rate is 35%.

Required: A.Wheel has just paid a dividend of $2.50 per share. The dividends are expected to grow at a constant rate of six percent per year forever. If the stock is currently selling for $50 per share with a 10% flotation cost, what is the cost of new equity for the firm? What are the advantages and disadvantages of using this type of financing for the firm? B.The firm is considering using debt in its capital structure. If the market rate of 5% is appropriate for debt of this kind, what is the after tax cost of debt for the company? What are the advantages and disadvantages of using this type of financing for the firm? C.The firm has decided on a capital structure consisting of 30% debt and 70% new common stock. Calculate the WACC and explain how it is used in the capital budgeting process. D.Calculate the after tax cash flows for the project for each year. Explain the methods used in your calculations. E.If the discount rate were 6 percent calculate the NPV of the project. Is this an economically acceptable project to undertake? Why or why not? F.Now calculate the IRR for the project. Is this an acceptable project? Why or why not? Is there a conflict between your answer to part C? Explain why or why not?

Wheel has two other possible investment opportunities, which are mutually exclusive, and independent of Investment A above. Both investments will cost $120,000 and have a life of 6 years. The after tax cash flows are expected to be the same over the six year life for both projects, and the probabilities for each year’s after tax cash flow is given in the table below.

Investment B

Investment C

Probability

After Tax Cash Flow

Probability

After Tax Cash Flow

0.25

$20,000

0.30

$22,000

0.50

32,000

0.50

40,000

0.25

40,000

0.20

50,000

G.What is the expected value of each project’s annual after tax cash flow? Justify your answers and identify any conflicts between the IRR and the NPV and explain why these conflicts may occur. H.Assuming that the appropriate discount rate for projects of this risk level is 8%, what is the risk-adjusted NPV for each project? Which project, if either, should be selected? Justify your conclusions.






You are an ethnographic researcher writing an article for a popular organizational behavior research journal. Your purpose is to identify key problems related to business ethics in a Not-for-Profit and For- Profit organization. In this potential article please complete the following activities:

  1. Outline the company profile of the not for profit company you chose to analyze (consult the week #2 journal for the information you should include).  Explain the ethical dilemma that it faced or is currently facing.  Analyze the way that it responded to this ethical dilemma and outline the legal, social, or political outcomes that emerged after the actions were taken..
  2. Outline the company profile of the for profit company you chose to analyze (consult the week #2 journal for the information you should include).  Explain the ethical dilemma that it faced or is currently facing.  Analyze the way that it responded to this ethical dilemma and outline the legal, social, or political outcomes that emerged after the actions were taken.
  3. In part three of your paper, please provide your personal reflections on the ethical actions that were taken in relation to the problem.  Evaluate those actions from your own ethical standpoint.  Use these questions to inspire your analysis: Did the company respond in a morally responsible way?  Did the company respond in a morally irresponsible way?  Did the company create the ethical dilemma or was the dilemma the outcome of an unforeseen force?  Could the company have done more?  Who was responsible for the problem and how could it have been prevented?
    • Remember that when you analyze something you should present logical reasoning and factual evidence to support your position.  Do not merely answer these questions using simplistic yes and no answers.  Instead, you should always support your position with logical argumentation and evidence that explains why you believe what you believe.
  4. In part 4 of your paper please create a critique of the actions of these companies based on two of the philosophical theories that you studied earlier in the course (deontology, utilitarianism, egoism, virtue ethics, moral relativism).  Determine which moral theory the company appears to be abiding by in relation to this issue.  Explain the attributes of the decision that make you believe that this is the ethical perspective of the company.  If you agree with the ethical theory of the company, explain why this is the best ethical position on the issue.  If you do not, explain which ethical position would be better to utilize in this situation and why you believe that this position is better. Here are some sample questions to guide your thinking:
    • Which ethical theory did the company use in making its decision?  Was it the best?  Why or why not?
    • Which ethical theory should the company have used?  Why?
    • What is the ideal relationship between bad or suffering and profit?
    • What does it mean to run an ethical business?
    • What is the best way for a company to maintain its competitive edge and contribute to overall good or happiness in relation to its workers and customers?
Logistics and Length Requirements

 

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Your paper needs to be 10 double-spaced pages, not counting the cover page and the reference list.  You papers should abide by APA requirements. You must use at least ten scholarly sources, six of which can be found in the Ashford Online Library. For information regarding APA, including samples and tutorials, visit the Ashford Writing Center within the Learning Resources tab on the left navigation toolbar. Here is a breakdown of the page length requirements you should abide by as you complete this project.

Part 1: 3 pages

Part 2: 3 pages

Part 3: 2 pages (one for each company)

Part 4: 2 pages (one for each company)

 

 

Writing the Final Paper

The Final Paper:

  • Must be at least ten double-spaced pages in length (not including title page and reference list), and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
  • Must include a title page with the following:
    • Title of paper
    • Student’s name
    • Course name and number
    • Instructor’s name
    • Date submitted
  • Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement.
  • Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.
  • Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.
  • Must use at least ten scholarly resources, including a minimum of six from the Ashford Online Library.
  • Must document all sources in APA style, as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
  • Must include a separate reference page, formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.

 

I USED HABITAT FOR HUMANIATY AND FORD MOTOR COMPANY

Carefully review the  Grading Rubric  for the criteria that will be used to evaluate your assignment.

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Many people believe that superstitions are absolutely true. This often causes them to believe and act in ways that are out of the norm either to avoid a negative outcome or to bring about a positive outcome. However, the origins of all superstitions lie in operant conditioning (for example, wearing the same shirt worn during a victory game to all future games in order to ensure victory).

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In this assignment, you will examine the process by which operant conditioning can lead to the formation of a superstition.

Using the module readings, the Argosy University online library resources, and the Internet, research the development of operant conditioning and its basic principles. Then, address the following:

  • Describe the historical antecedents of operant conditioning. What factors led to the rise of operant conditioning?
  • Describe the principles/concepts which can be applied to explain the process by which operant conditioning can lead to the development and maintenance of superstitions.
  • Brainstorm to come up with a number of superstitions you may have heard or read about. Using your knowledge and vocabulary of operant conditioning, choose one of these superstitions. Then, describe in detail, the thinking processes involved that resulted in the acquisition and perpetuation of this irrational belief.
  • Describe a specific aspect of the operant conditioning process that leads to these beliefs becoming so deeply ingrained and long standing in nature.
  • Explain whether a person can ever be rid of superstitions. What methods can be used to help such a person?
  • Interview a family member or friend to discover a superstition that he or she believes in. Explain the nature of the event that led to the formation of this superstition. Does this information fit with your understanding of how the operant conditioning process results in the development of superstitions? Why or why not?

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Written Responses:

  • Unless otherwise indicated, there is a 220 word minimum response required.
  • Credible reference materials, including your course textbook(s), may be used to complete the assessment.
    • If you have questions regarding the credibility of your reference, please contact your professor.
  • APA Information
    • In-text and reference citations are required for all written responses.
    • REQUIRED FOR UPLOADED ASSIGNMENTS ONLY:    title page, margins, header, double spacing, and hanging indentation
    • For questions concerning APA formatting, please refer to the APA Guidelines found at the Student Resources link on your Course Menu.

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please do not copy and paste from internet be sure list  qustion and asnwer together

1. Maxine is offered an early retirement incentive in exchange for her signing a waiver of any ADEA claims she might have, arising out of the early retirement plan. She is presented with the offer on June 9, 1997, and told she has until June 13 to accept the offer and sign the waiver. She signs the waiver on June 11 and later wishes to bring an ADEA claim based on some aspect of the early retirement plan. Will the waiver preclude her claim? Explain.

 

2. Describe the elements of a prima facie case of hostile work environment discrimination under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). How does this differ from the requirements of the Rehabilitation Act?

 

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Goal: Write a 4-6 page argument essay that persuades a specific audience to change a belief or action, or the essay can propose a solution to a problem. Use logical reasons and refute the opposition’s strongest arguments with credible sources and document sources using MLA.
Topic: You must have direct personal experience with your topic, know your position (opinion) on the topic, and be able to understand opposing viewpoints. The topic must be arguable and have logical reasons; therefore, topics dealing with religion and politics will not work.
Skills: This assignment builds on previous essays. You will not only practice past skills, but you will continue to develop new skills. Therefore, work hard on each step of your writing process and spend ample time developing your essay, writing effective sentences, a strong introduction and conclusion, and well supported and connected body paragraphs. You will need to develop a thesis that clearly shows your view to persuade a specific audience.

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Source Information: The number of sources will vary depending on the topic. Most essays will need at least four credible sources. Many essays will need more. Of these four sources, at least three must be scholarly magazines, academic journals, newspaper articles, or government documents that can be found in electronic databases or government web sites. Keep track of all sources you find and your search methods, but for your essay do not list all sources that you found. On your Works Cited sheet, only list sources used in your essay to support your thesis. Wikipedia cannot be used in the essay, but it can be a good place to find out general information and to discover more reliable sources and links that can be used in the essay.
The Internet offers a vast amount of information; however, most sites are not monitored so beware. You need to find reliable websites that provide accurate and current information. As a general rule, .gov and .edu sites are more reliable than .com and .org sites. Stay away from personal homepages, blogs, and sites sponsored by advocacy organizations. Question everything you read on the Internet. Print sources and electronic databases are usually more reliable so start searching in them. Use a variety of sources to support your argument. If several different types of sources list the same information, then it is probably reliable.
Follow directions carefully. Spend a lot of time analyzing and incorporating sources. Revise, edit, and proofread essay to produce a polished piece of writing that reflects your abilities.
Using Research To Support Opinion
Unlike other research papers that you may have experienced, this essay will involve your personal viewpoints supported with research. You will need to provide research to support your position while providing argumentation and possibly research to refute opposing points of view.
Remember that this is an essay arguing your position, not a report summarizing all the information that you have found. Unlike a report, an essay shows the writer’s view, and this essay will persuade your audience; therefore, the research will support your view and convince the audience (your opposition) to change their beliefs or actions, or at the very least to consider your position. You need to write a logical, persuasive essay using personal experiences and outside sources to support your points. Do not include all information that you find. Use only the information that logically supports your argument.
Consistent Point of View: This essay is more formal; therefore, use third person (he, she, they, or name the group of people whom you refer to) in your essay. Because this is a formal academic essay, do not use second person (you) in your essay. It is too confusing and not formal enough for this assignment. You can use first person (I, we) when you describe your personal experience. 

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Avoid Redundancy: Because this essay shows your opinion and argues for what you believe, do not use any phrase such as the following: I believe, I think, I feel, etc. These are redundant because the readers know that unless you give credit for an idea or belief, it is yours. Therefore, do not make your essay wordy or insult the intelligence of your reader with these types of phrases. Be clear and concise.
Learning Letter: Your completed research essay will include a learning letter that explains the reasons for your choice of topic, the methods of research you employed, the ways you integrated the research into your persuasive essay, and any problems you encountered in finding credible research to support your thesis. Also, include the type of organization you used, why you chose that method, and state your audience. Type your thesis at the bottom of your learning letter.
Finishing Your Essay: Your final essay will have a learning letter attached to the front and a Works Cited attached to the back. Neither of these pages counts toward the 4-6 page requirement. Do not number your learning letter, but do number the Works Cited.
My view on this is “Pro cohabitation prior to marriage.” My husband and I lived together for 2yrs prior to marriage. I feel this is a good way to really “get to know” your partner before you make the long-term commitment of marriage. Cohabitating lets you figure out if you’re “compatible”, establish financial responsibility, and hopefully reduce divorce rate.

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Choose three (3) of the following sets of concepts. Define each concept, in the set and, if appropriate, provide an example. Discuss how the concepts, in the set, are connected and the possible implications, of the connection. Limit each answer to 153 words.

Here’s the break down of marks for this part, that is, questions (a) through (i). You may earn up to two (2) marks for each definition and example, if relevant, in each set of three concepts. You may earn up to four (4) marks for your identification and discussion of the most important connection or link among the concepts and the implications of this link among the concepts. (Concepts, in each set, are connected. “No connection” is not a viable answer.) Each pair is thus worth ten (10) marks. This part of the examination is worth thirty (30) marks. Double Space! WRITE CLEARLY. Think! Think!! Think!!!
(a) proletariat, bourgeoisie, exploitation (b) gender, sex, social construction
(c) value emphasis, norms, sanctions (d) social class, class, life chances
(d) societal homogeneity, heterogeneity, progress (f) dynamics, statics, social change
(g) mode of, means of production; power (h) dysfunction, function, social fact
(i) social life, social relations; sociology

PART 2. Choose one (1) of the following, (j) through (l). Limit your discussion to 642 words. Double Space your answers. To save time and as appropriate, you may make explicit reference to definitions, concepts or ideas from Part 1. WRITE CLEARLY.
(j) Briefly explain the forms of social conflict discussed by Vilfredo Pareto and Karl Marx. (10 marks) Whose ideas about social conflict do you prefer: Marx or Pareto? Why do you prefer Pareto or Marx? What similarities and differences do you see in their ideas? How might the ideas, expressed by Pareto and Marx, exist, today, and influence 21st century social life and social relations? Define all terms used. Give examples. (20 marks)

(l) Role Matrix and Role Conflict are core concepts for Robert Merton. Briefly, explain each of these concepts. (10 marks) Discuss the process and practical effects of Role Conflict, using an exemplar, such a specific instance of work, family or friendships. (10 marks) Indicate and explain one function and one dysfunction of Role Conflict and discuss the implications of each. Define all concepts used.(10 marks)
PART 3. Choose one (1) of the following, (m) through (q). Limit your discussion to 1294 words. The question is worth forty (40) marks. Note the mark distribution for each question. Focus your response. Be sure to define and explain all con¬cepts you use,; explicitly state any assumptions you make regarding your response. To save time, you may make explicit reference to definitions, concepts or ideas from Part 1 or Part 2. WRITE CLEARLY. DOUBLE SPACE. Think! Think!! Think!!! Be thorough.
(m) Explain, in as much detail as you believe necessary, collective conscience, as offered by David Emile Durkheim. (10 marks) Discuss the similarities and differences of class consciousness and collective conscience and indicate to what, if any, extent, the two concepts are interchangeable. (10 marks) Do you believe collective conscience is a useful tool for understanding sub-cultures that involve fashion, music or technology fads? Thoroughly explain why or why not. Use an example, such as “hip hop,” “grunge” or “dance music,” iPads, iPhones or other technology, to illustrate your answer. (20 marks)

(n) Comte, Spencer, Marx and Durkheim each discussed social progress. For someone who is intelligent and interested, briefly explain how Comte, Spencer, Marx and Durkheim thought about social progress. (20 marks) Using examples, explain which of these ways of thinking about social progress do you believe is most effective and why? (20 marks) Be thorough and think!
(o) Explain, in as much detail as you believe necessary, class conscious¬ness, as offered by Karl Marx. (10 marks) Discuss the similarities and differences of class consciousness and collective conscience and indicate to what, if any, extent, the two concepts are interchangeable. (10 marks) Do you believe class consciousness is a useful tool for understanding social relations among social classes, today? Use examples to illustrate your answer and thoroughly explain why or why not. (20 marks)






Learning Objective: Understanding the importance of technical communication in the workplace
Assignment: Write a 1 page memo. Minimum 300 words. The audience for this memo is your fellow students.
At the workplace you may interact with colleagues, supervisors, clients, and government agencies. You may be required to give reports at conferences, participate in social media or write an instruction manual. Research the job market for graduates in your major and writing a memo detailing the specific communication skills that employers require. What are the communication needs of your intended profession? What writing will you need to do? What verbal communication skills will you need to advance in your field?
You will need to explain what exactly what communication is required and what skills are needed. Just saying skills are needed is not enough. You must specifically describe the skills.
For example, here are some of the communication requirements for a career in IT at Microsoft. I have highlighted areas to think about in terms of necessary communication skills: Ability to communicate at all levels in the organization (how might peer-to peer communication different from employee to boss?) as well as the ability to translate technology solutions into business solutions. (How could this be done?) Excellent presentation skills. (how could this be more specific?)Multicultural experience required (what does this mean? What kind of skills might this require?).. Ability to deal with ambiguity and respond to unplanned demand.(what skills would these two things require?) High emphasis and focus on Customer Satisfaction.(what skills might you need to work with customers?) Ability to speak English (mandatory).
When I evaluate your essay I will consider:
Does the memo focus on explaining the necessary communication skills?
Provide factual information?
Supply evidence derived from research?
Other considerations:
Is the memo clearly and logically organized?
Is the style and tone appropriate for the intended audience?
Is the memo well-written, grammatically and mechanically?

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1. What is a mortgage? Provide the history of mortgages before and after the Great Depression. Your response should be at least 220 words in length. You are required to use at least your textbook as source material for your response. All sources used, including the textbook, must be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying citations.

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2. If we are comparing the U.S. dollar to the euro, and the euro increased in value from $1.35 to $1.45, what happened to the two currencies? Show the appreciation or depreciation rate for each currency. (Show all work/calculations/formulas.) If we are comparing the U.S. dollar to the yen, and the yen decreased in value from $.99 cents to $.90 cents, what happened to the two currencies? Show the appreciation or depreciation rate for each currency. (Show all work/calculations/formulas.) Your response should be at least 200 words in length. You are required to use at least your textbook as source material for your response. All sources used, including the textbook, must be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying citations.

 

3.What is meant by the term “secondary mortgage market”? How does it work? Your response should be at least 220 words in length. You are required to use at least your textbook as source material for your response. All sources used, including the textbook, must be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying citations.

 

4.What are the factors that affect exchange rates in the long run? What happens to the exchange rate (for the domestic currency) when the factors are either increased or decreased? Your response should be at least 220 words in length. You are required to use at least your textbook as source material for your response. All sources used, including the textbook, must be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying citations.

 

5. Describe the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, and explain which section(s) you find to be the most important.

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  INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLETING HCI OBSERVATION JOURNAL

Overall Task: Keep an HCI journal  observations of the HCI issues that pertain to your work and work of others you either service or are in contact with. This is an opportunity for you to reflect and observe on how HCI issues permeate what we do and how others are affected by how technology is designed and used.

Some observations may include, but are certainly not limited to:

  The problems and opportunities of advocating HCI principles or strategies to fellow peers or co-workers;

  Decisions in your work that are HCI related;

  Episodes of information overload and cause and effect;

  Norms of behaviors and habits of email/text/social communications;

  Indirect observations of individuals using an online application;

  Your own enlightened view of the design of any interface;

  Copyright and intellectual property matters you may be dealing with;

  Indirect observations on people and their information seeking behaviors or tasks and what

  HCI considerations are involved;

  Observations on differences or similarities between textual and graphical information

  Your thoughts on perceived vs. actual use of digital systems

  Specific details of interfaces that you have worked with that could be improved

  Other creative ideas you may have!!

The list of possibilities for journal entries is endless! You will need to reflect considerably on things you may not have considered important in the past. Please do not provide sketchy observations and/or thoughts. Write your journal entries comprehensively and succinctly and demonstrate you have thought the experience through! Each journal entry MUST contain at least ONE reference (check your sources, make sure it is credible) that supports your assertions.  More references are encouraged, which will show you have done your research!! Each entry must contain at least ONE visual (youtube video, image, ect). This is imperative for explaining and illustrating the issue you have selected.