Friday, August 22, 2008

midterm # 3

For those who are working, interview your IT in-charge and ask him/her to describe the computer database systems used in the company. Write your answer in 1-2 paragraphs. Further, ask also the benefits and/or disadvantages derived from these database systems.


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midterm # 2

Research 1 company and describe how they protect their company from internet risks.
Also, research for possible risks or dangers and/or impacts of internet - related crimes to a company.

Qwest Communications

Safety Online, One Family at a Time

As a leading provider of telecommunications services, Qwest Communications, Inc. is committed to promoting safer and smarter use of the Internet. In collaboration with the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC), Qwest has created an online safety program that parents and guardians can use to help protect their children while they explore the wonders of the Web. By educating parents and guardians to empower themselves and their children with the skills they need to be safer on the Internet, Qwest and the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children are committed to making the Internet a safer environment for our families. Examples of Qwest’s outreach include:

Qwest Connected Family Online Classroom

The Qwest Connected Family Online Classroom is a safety resource dedicated to informing parents and guardians about the risks children may face while surfing the Net, and arming parents with the tools and tips they need to promote safer, positive experiences online. Located at www.incredibleinternet.com/onlinesafety, the Qwest Connected Family Online Classroom was co-created with NCMEC and includes expert tips, articles, activities, tests; videos and downloadable safety kits to help parents and guardians understand the Internet. Highlights include:

  • Online Safety Certification. The Online Safety Certification activity gives parents and guardians a straightforward introduction to Internet safety. Families can complete short online activities to familiarize themselves with the first steps in online safety education. The activity is available in English and Spanish.
  • Parents Safety-Net Test. The Parents Safety-Net Test provides families with an instant reality check about their knowledge of issues such as the potential dangers of chat rooms and instant messaging, cyber bullying, and online sexual exploitation. The answers to the online quiz describe tangible steps that can be taken to better inform and protect children. The activities are available in English and Spanish.

Online Safety Outreach

Qwest’s online safety program also includes outreach at the federal and local levels designed to educate families about Internet safety. Components of this program include:

  • Awareness through Congressional Support. In 2005, Qwest and the NCMEC joined with influential leaders from Congress, business, community organizations and national advocacy groups to educate families about the risks children encounter while using the Internet. Together with Qwest, these leaders reached more than 126 million consumers with key information highlighting available programs and tools aimed at making children safer while online.
  • Online Safety Coalitions through Community and Government Partnerships. Qwest has partnered with key government and community leaders in Arizona, Colorado, Minnesota and Washington to form Online Safety Coalitions in each state to raise online safety awareness on a grassroots level. The coalitions are challenging 10,000 families in each state to become Online Safety Certified through the Incredible Internet web site. To date, Qwest has presented online safety information to millions families. Qwest currently is expanding the reach its online safety campaign and working to establish relationships and garner support throughout its Western 14-state region and nationwide with additional education and outreach efforts.
  • In-Store Commercial Spots and Computer Kiosks. In early 2006, Qwest aired a 60-second informational video spot, featuring U.S. Olympic Speed Skater Bonnie Blair, about the Qwest online safety program in 711 CompUSA and Best Buy stores across the nation. The video has been watched by more than 45 million people. Qwest also has links on computer self-help terminals within its 100 retail stores for customers to learn about online safety while testing Qwest High Speed Internet service.
  • Free Parental Controls with Qwest High-Speed Internet: Qwest high-speed Internet customers with MSN Premium, receive the best in security features, such as McAfee Virus Scan and Firewall, MSN Parental Controls, Webroot® Spy Sweeper™ for MSN, and pop-up and junk e-mail guards. Plus, MSN delivers industry-leading e-mail services, including 11 e-mail accounts, MSN Messenger, MSN Virtual Earth™ and much more – all included.


Qwest Communication’s Online-Safety Tools

Connected Family Online Classroom

The Qwest Connected Family Online Classroom is a safety resource dedicated to informing parents and guardians about the risks children may face while surfing the Net, and arming parents with the tools and tips they need to promote safer, positive experiences online.

Online Safety Certification

The Online Safety Certification activity gives parents and guardians a straightforward introduction to Internet safety. Families can complete short online activities to familiarize themselves with the first steps in online safety education. The activity is available in English and Spanish.

Parents Safety-Net Test

The Parents Safety-Net Test provides families with an instant reality check about their knowledge of issues such as the potential dangers of chat rooms and instant messaging, cyber bullying, and online sexual exploitation. The answers to the online quiz describe tangible steps that can be taken to better inform and protect children. The activities are available in English and Spanish.

Teen Identity Theft Prevention Tips

2005 Identity Theft Complaint Data from the Federal Trade Commission continues to show that the 18-29 year old age group is the largest number of identity theft victims. Teens and their families can visit our identity theft resource guide to learn how protect themselves from becoming victims. Download tip cards, watch videos and become a safer and smarter surfing.

Wednesday, August 20, 2008

midterm # 1

Research 1 company that makes use of E-commerce. Describe the nature of this company in 1-2 paragraphs.
Identify then, how does this company use e-commerce to achieve strategic advantage. Describe the benefits derived from this strategy.

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