Technology

Administering an operating system requires an understanding of the operating system itself and the tools available to manage it. Administrators need to create schedules for ensuring the system is secured and data are protected. The following resource may be useful as you research and prepare for this assignment: The Linux System Administrator’s Guide You have been engaged to write a manual for managing a Linux environment. This task requires the following to be addressed: Define the necessary components and functions of a Linux operating system. Discuss 3 mechanisms that are available to secure a computer system, whether it is Windows or Linux. List 5 common Linux distributions that are popular today, and explain why they are popular (there are over 600 Linux distributions available). Choose 1 of the distributions, and select 1 of the available shells to research in more detail. Working with the distribution and associated shell that you selected above, review the list of shell commands. Identify and explain how to use the shell commands to accomplish the following: Change the directory or folder Check disk file system Manage the printer Stop a process Partition and format a disk Manage user accounts Provide a suggestion for using certain shell commands to automatically complete another system administrative task. Discuss your thoughts about the challenges associated with managing and administering an environment that includes different operating systems.

For this writing assignment, refer to Chapter 2 and the required reading article from “Additional Resources” section in Module 2, titled, An Interdisciplinary Approach to Educating an Effective Cyber Security Workforce. Book ISBN: 978-1-4302-6082-0 Writing Guidelines: For this writing assignment, I want you to focus on the education of the workforce. The article required for this module will help you develop your thoughts on the role of security awareness and education on ensuring the enterprise defense program is robust. The Venn Diagram in the picture can help you decide how the “people” portion of the security illustration does cross over into the process and technology areas. You may want to touch on these aspects as well in your paper. The main question I want you to write about in your assignment is “How can the role of education and cybersecurity awareness help meet the cybersecurity challenges being levied on organizations and enterprises today?” The paper should be between 2-4 pages in length. Double spaced and Times New Roman, 12-pt. If you use any other articles or reference material besides the textbook and the article provided, ensure you use the APA style to cite your resources. Resources: An Interdisciplinary Approach to Educating an Effective Cyber Security Workforce Article: http://delivery.acm.org/10.1145/2530000/2528923/p71-LeClair.pdf?ip=72.233.215.66&id=2528923&acc=ACTIVE%20SERVICE&key=B63ACEF81C6334F5%2E5E950B5F8994B44E%2E4D4702B0C3E38B35%2E4D4702B0C3E38B35&__acm__=1545151394_1e270e9a6c1b4debd73a3337a4c1e85d (Links to an external site.) Writing Center: https://www.cwu.edu/learning-commons/welcome-university-writing-centerLinks to an external site. APA Style Guide: https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/research_and_citation/apa_style/apa_formatting_and_style_guide/general_format.html (Links to an external site.)

write a short descriptive essay that defines and explains selected environmental impacts of deforestation. As you write, imagine you are talking to a friend who has no knowledge of this topic. In short, write the way you speak, using a conversational tone. Also, try to alternate short sentences and longer sentences to make your writing more readable. Be sure to create a title and cite yourself as the author. For example: Environmental Impacts of Deforestation Jennifer Croft Your essay should include five paragraphs, as follows: Paragraph 1 is your lead paragraph. It will contain an overview of what you have to say about these three topics: disruption of the carbon cycle, disruption of the hydrologic (water) cycle, and the reduction of species diversity. Paragraphs 2, 3, and 4, are your body paragraphs. Paragraph 2 should describe how deforestation disrupts the carbon cycle. In paragraph 3, you’ll write about how deforestation disrupts the hydrologic (water) cycle. In paragraph 4, you’ll explain how deforestation is related to declining species diversity. Paragraph 5 is your conclusion paragraph. Here, you can describe how you feel about the three effects of deforestation discussed, and what we might do about it.

Report: Trends in HIT (Health Information Technology)

how can self driven cars bae dangerous or benefit our society

Overview Submit a single word-processed document using appropriate word-processing software (e.g., Word, LibreOffice, LATEX, R Markdown). Embed all images in the document. Please submit the document in .doc, .docx, .odt, or .pdf file format (.pdf is preferred). Submit the document using the Final Assignment submission portal on the course eClass page. All data required to complete the assignment are available in text format throughout this document. To aid students who opt to use statistical software, all the text-formatted data in this document have been duplicated into a series of .csv files also located in the Final Assignment folder. Each .csv file is intuitively labeled according to the Long Answer question for which it is intended (e.g., file “Q1.csv” contains the data for Long Answer question 1).

ETCS-108 – Computer, Internet and Society Term Paper Guidelines Term paper and presentations are 30% of your final grade. (15% each). Conduct an extensive research on the selected topic. Give a brief background and explanation regarding the development of the selected topic. Break the topic into sub topics to simplify the explanation and to keep it interesting. Provide clear and comprehensive details in your own words. Keep the paper interesting with facts, diagrams, graphs, pictures, etc. Provide conclusion of the topic. Also, include one paragraph on “Learning Outcome/Experience.” Provide References. Double-space the text of your paper and use Times New Roman font size 12pt. for text. Papers must be at least 8-10 pages not including a cover page and references. Include page # and TOC. You may follow the MLA style. 10.  The title page MUST include: a.     Your name: First->Last b.     ID# c.     Course Name and # d.     Instructor’s Name e.     Semester f.      Title of your paper 11. Remember: plagiarism is an unforgivable academic sin. There will be zero points for the term paper. 12. Due on or before the Final exam.

In this assignment, you will write an argumentative essay on the following topic: Technology has become an essential component of our society. Some people feel that we have become too reliant upon technology to help us accomplish day-to-day tasks. From spell-check in a word processor to an artificial intelligence performing a Google search, there is little doubt that our culture, as well as our future, is almost completely overshadowed by technology. While some people feel uneasy about such a reliance upon technology, others embrace the digital future and feel we should go even further. What is your position? Do you feel that technology reliance is beneficial or detrimental to individuals, families, and society as a whole?  Write an essay that supports your position. Your essay should total about 800-1000 words.   Argumentation is a rhetorical style which calls for a change in the attitude and/or conducts on the part of the reader.  An argumentative paper attempts to change the reader’s mind and to convince the reader to agree with the point of view or opinion of the writer.  Make sure that you avoid the logical fallacies.   Here is the suggested format for your essay: Introduction Logical proof of your position Acknowledgment and refutation of opposing views Conclusion The essay should adhere to the following requirements: Be double-spaced Use at least three sources, Follow MLA documentation style Be at least 800 to 1000 words Utilization of the citation feature in MS Word to generate references and Works Cited page is highly recommended Must  addressing the essay prompt. Write an essay that argues about technology over-reliance. Addresses topic with enthusiasm and conviction and shows knowledge of subject matter. Writer narrowed discussion to one or two specific technological topics and reasoned from that point.

This Competency Assessment assesses the following outcomes: IT104M5: Explain current cybersecurity threats and the future of cybersecurity. GEL-6.06: Apply research to create original insights and/or solve real-world problems. PC-2.2: Formulate innovative solutions for identified initiatives. Purpose To remain current in your discipline, you will have to continually review and learn about what might be taking place in the future that will impact the cybersecurity arena. This Assessment will allow you to research possible future cybersecurity considerations in several areas and to come up with solutions to challenges in the cybersecurity area. Assessment Instructions Part 1 Using the Reading, the library, and Internet research, answer or explain the following in a minimum 500-word paper that covers the following and includes three or more APA style references: Discuss security issues with ubiquitous data, mobile devices, and cybersecurity considerations. Explain the cybersecurity implications of cloud computing. What would be the cybersecurity implications of quantum computing? Note: Papers not meeting the minimum 500-word length requirement will not be accepted.   Part 2 In a minimum 500-word paper, explain the steps you would take if one of your organization’s main servers was infected by malware. Use outside research to support your solution to this real-world problem. Your paper must demonstrate an assessment of the problem, your decision-making process, and a justification for your conclusion in relation to your research. You must provide at least three appropriate resources for your paper. Be sure to cite the resources you use in proper APA style formatting.  Note: Papers not meeting the minimum 500-word length requirement will not be accepted.   Part 3 (refer to Attacking a Virtual Private Network (Part 3 Lab)) Access the link entitled “Attacking a Virtual Private Network” in this Assessment section. There are also links for a Common Lab Tasks Manual and for J and B Lab Tips. The manual will provide detail and the tips are a very abbreviated reference. Complete the assigned parts of the Lab. Provide the screenshots as specified below. Open the lab entitled “Attacking a Virtual Private Network” using the link in this Lab section. On the Intro tab read “Introduction” to the “Deliverable” section. Select Section 1: Hands-On Demonstration, select Part 1: “Follow a Social Engineering/Reverse Social Engineering Attack.” Complete Steps 1–-17, in Part 1: “Follow a Social Engineering/Reverse Social Engineering Attack.” Take a screenshot of Step 14. Complete Steps 1–19 in Part 2: “Spear Phishing Email attack.” Take screenshots of Steps 4 and 16. Once you have completed the Lab and have your screenshots, write an introductory paragraph that introduces the Lab to the reader. The introduction will be a minimum of 250 words and summarize what you did in the Lab and its importance to cybersecurity or the module materials. Along with your introduction and screenshots, include two additional sections, answering the following in a minimum of 250 words for each response: 1.  Explain how to steal a laptop or tablet at an airport. 2.  Explain an effective phishing email.   Note: Papers not meeting the minimum word requirements, providing all screenshots, and all questions answered will not be accepted. Minimum Submission Requirements This Assessment should be a Microsoft® Word® document of at least 1750 words plus screenshots, in addition to the title and reference pages. Respond to the questions in a thorough manner, providing specific examples of concepts, topics, definitions, and other elements asked for in the questions. Your paper should be highly organized, logical, and focused. Your paper must be written in Standard English and demonstrate exceptional content, organization, style, and grammar and mechanics. Your paper should provide a clearly established and sustained viewpoint and purpose. Your writing should be well ordered, logical and unified, as well as original and insightful. A separate page at the end of your research paper should contain a list of references, in APA format. Use your textbook, the Library, and the internet for research. Be sure to cite both in-text and reference list citations were appropriate and reference all sources. Your sources and content should follow proper APA citation style. For assistance with APA requirements, please go to APA Style Central. You will find the link in the Academic Tools section of the course. (It should include a cover sheet, paper is double spaced, in Times New Roman 12-point font, correct citations, Standard English with no spelling or punctuation errors, and correct references at the bottom of the last page.) If work submitted for this competency assessment does not meet the minimum submission requirements, it will be returned without being scored.   Plagiarism Plagiarism is an act of academic dishonesty. It violates the University Honor Code, and the offense is subject to disciplinary action. You are expected to be the sole author of your work. Use of another person’s work or ideas must be accompanied by specific citations and references. Whether the action is intentional or not, it still constitutes plagiarism. Review the rubric before beginning this activity.

This report must consider the potential use of as many emerging technologies as possible, from as many angles as possible. References: at least 10 (e.g., relevant studies, reports, articles, chapters in other books). References must be appropriately cited in the text and listed at the end of the text. File format: a Microsoft Word document.