Innovations in Hardware and Software Review Chapter 2 regarding the hardware revolution and Chapter 3 regarding the software revolution from your course text. What is hardware? What is software? How is hardware different from software? Using the Timeline – CHM revolution, identify and describe what you believe to be the two most important hardware innovations. […]
Copyright and Fair Use Take a few minutes to explore the Copyright Clearing Center’s Copyright Basics tutorial. Briefly describe copyright, public domain, and fair use. Provide a unique example of fair use. Provide an example of when copyright would be violated. Be sure not to duplicate an example that is already posted by one of […]
Searching for Information What are the benefits of using search engines, such as Google, Yahoo!, or Bing? What are some of the limitations and dangers of using information that is widely available on the Web? After your primary post, respond to at least two of your classmates’ posts by Day 7.
Using MS Word: What Does the Library Have to Offer? Write a one- to two-page essay that describes the benefits of using the Ashford University Library. Your paper should: Explain the differences between scholarly resources and popular resources. Describe the key things to remember when searching for sources within the Ashford University Library (e.g., databases, […]
Connecting your home network to the Internet The author of your text suggests that the ability to connect to the Internet via Wi-Fi is available everywhere Bowles, (2013). As such, there are risks to your data and personally identifiable information. These considerations are especially important when we consider connecting our home network to the Internet. […]
sing Microsoft Excel Plagiarism, whether intentional or unintentional, is a big problem for universities. Not only is it an issue of unfair use of copyrighted material, it speaks to an ethical issue of cheating. (If you need additional assistance using Microsoft Excel, please refer to the tutorials in the appendices of the Constellation text.) Consider […]
Web 2.0 Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and other Web 2.0 tools (file sharing, cloud-services, etc.) provide ways for us to connect with individuals and share information in almost real time. Describe how you use these tools in your life today. How do you think these tools will work in the future? How will they impact major […]
Identify the key points you want to highlight. Create a minimum of three slides in the body of the presentation. Each slide in the body of the presentation should have no more than three bullet points. Each slide must include animation. Include graphics, audio, video, or embedded links as needed to support and enhance your […]
Emerging Information Technology Discuss some of the emerging trends in information technology (e.g. computer hardware, software, data analysis). What impact may they have on your daily life (e.g., workplace, school, recreation)? After your primary post, respond to at least two of your classmates’ posts by Day 7. The Ashford Writing Center (AWC) has two kinds […]
here are many careers that require computer literacy. In fact, most jobs today require some knowledge of information technology. What computer skills should you develop to help advance your personal career goals? After your primary post, respond to at least two of your classmates’ posts by Day 7.
