Case-Based Reasoning in Knowledge Management
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This 5 page report discusses the fact that virtually every organization in the modern world has somehow been transformed by the availability and ongoing development of information technology. Case-based reasoning (CBR) is used as an example of that fact. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: BWknomgt.rtf

Changes in WindowsTM Incarnations
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A 5 page paper discussing the differences in Windows 3.x, Windows 95 and Windows NT. Microsoft's apparent intention was to make Windows use easier for the non-literate, but the observed result very often was pure frustration. The many changes also were taking place in a rapidly-evolving hardware environment. The purpose here is to outline some of those changes. Three aspects of changes within Windows that most directly affect users are operating speed, required RAM and ease of overall use. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: KSWindows.wps

Choosing a Computer
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This 5 page paper imagines that a friend has asked for advice on what computer to buy with a set budget. The paper looks at what questions to ask, what deals are available and then advises on the best available deal in the writers opinion. The bibliography cites 2 sources.
Filename: TEcombuy.wps

Choosing an HR Information System
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A 3 page paper discussing factors that can prevent an organization from realizing maximum return on investment in an HRIS. Three factors that can prevent the company from realizing the benefits of its investment are lack of user friendliness; poor choice of available options; and incompatibility with existing hardware and software. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: KShrisPlan.rtf

Choosing Help Desk Software
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A 5 page paper telling the story of how one military Help Desk was able to improve performance and morale, while at the same time increasing the Help Desk’s value for all users. The product chosen was Microsoft’s Remedy Help Desk. Bibliography lists - sources.
Filename: KSitHelpDsk.rtf

Choosing the Right Software
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Choosing the Right Software: This 6-page essay examines the multifaceted techniques used to evaluate software, and how companies choose between the nearly innumerable systems available today. Before purchasing software the user must have a detailed understanding of the company’s needs and requirements of the system that the software will support. Moreover, the user cannot depend upon a software vendor to understand a company’s needs at the level of detail necessary to provide for a flawless system. Bibliography lists 7 sources. SNSoftwr.doc
Filename: SNSoftwr.doc

Cisco Systems' Relationship with its Industry
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A 7 page paper discussing only strengths and weaknesses internal to the company, opportunities and threats external to the industry. There is no introduction and no conclusion; the paper literally presents only the facts as they pertain to Cisco Systems, the leader of the networking industry. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: KSCiscoSWOT.wps

Cisco Systems, Economics and Technology Transfer
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A 3 page paper discussing Cisco’s position. The company set the standard on which many of today’s networks are built. The company is extremely strong in its position, not only in the industry but also with its customers. It is the worldwide leader in WAN technology and hardware, and has had less difficulty than some others riding out the demise of network spending since 2001. The purpose here is to assess the economics of using Cisco products and examine the success of its transfer of technology. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: KSciscoEconTe.rtf

Cisco Systems’ Future Success
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A 7 page paper discussing Cisco’s background of success and its future outlook. The industry is one that is suffering now as worldwide networking spending literally has seen the bottom drop out. Cisco’s current revenues are greatly reduced at present, but it has the comfort and assurance of knowing it still is the industry leader. When the industry rebounds, Cisco will as well. Its history of service, quality, innovation and technical superiority will continue to support future efforts. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: KSciscoFut.rtf