For this exercise, you are going to start with this site: http://botlab.org. BotLab is a platform at the University of Washington that continually monitors and analyzes the behavior of spam-oriented botnets. There are many other locations on the Internet that keep real-time activities of botnets across the globe. My recommendation is to use your favorite search engine and search “real-time botnet tracking” and you will hit many results on botnet tracking. Using the information you found, develop a five-slide PowerPoint (seven bullets minimum per page) to describe the status of botnets in the world.

BOTNETSPRESENTER Introduction• Botnets are networks of compromised computers that have beeninfected with cyber worms, thereby giving criminals remotecommand of the machines they have infected…

 
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For this exercise you are a GIS consultant for the state of California. A state-funded medical clinic serving low-income families with children in the town of Santa Rosa in the Northern Bay area, needs to relocate to a larger location capable of servicing more clients  You have been asked to create a suitability map based on location and accessibility by existing and potential clients. The new location should meet the following criteria: should be near a high concentration of existing clients, within walking distance of a bus stop, and where there is a high percentage of potential clients (families with children under 5)  

Describe the area that is best suited to develop the medical clinic in 500 to 750 words. 

   Provide and analysis of why this is the best area and discuss the criteria that are most important in selecting the site. Identify one additional criterion that could have also been used to help determine site suitability. Explain how this additional criterion could aid in the analysis.  you can see the best areas on the attached map. 

 
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Homework 4 part c section 1 section 2 section 3 discount rate 4%

C .For this example , the total supply for both time periods is fixed ( it is a nonrenewable resourceafter all ) at 120 tons and the discount rate is 4% per year ( hint , ( 1 . 04 )35 is about 4 , so if youdivide the current marginal benefit by this , you will get the future marginal benefit ) .i. ( 6 points ) Estimate how much copper would be consumed in each time period .ii . ( 4 points ) Estimate the marginal user cost for this efficient allocation of copper .ini . ( 6 points ) Draw the marginal net benefit ( MNB) curve for the current period andthe future period ( both the discounted and undiscounted MNB for period 2 ) using*the graph below . Where the curves intersect indicates the amount of productionthat should occur in each time period .Marginal Net Benefit of Copper Production in Two PeriodsCooper Production Period 212010080604020O45AS40403535303025MNB Period 1MINB Period 2201510105OO20406080100120Copper Production Period 1 ( tons )2 of 2

 
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For this essay, you will conduct research on corporate strategies and the affect they have on the decision process. Use the Microsoft as a company you chose in Unit II. As you explore the decision process, consider how corporate strategies influence these decisions. In your essay, address the following questions:

1.      What is a functional strategy?

2.      What are stability strategies in business? What are the pros and cons of these strategies?

3.      What are competitive and cooperative strategies?

4.      What are the tradeoffs (pros and cons) between an internal and an external growth strategy? Which approach is best as an international strategy? Why? What about retrenchment?

Your essay should be two to three pages in length, double-spaced, and in 12 pt. Times New Roman font. The title and reference pages do not count towards the minimum page length. To complete this assignment, a minimum of two reputable sources must be used, cited, and referenced. At least one reference must come from the CSU Online Library. Use APA style guidelines.

 
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For this essay, you will conduct research on corporate strategies and the affect they have on the decision process. Use the same company you chose in Unit II (Amazon). As you explore the decision process, consider how corporate strategies influence these decisions. In your essay, address the following questions:

  1. What is a functional strategy?
  2. What are stability strategies in business? What are the pros and cons of these strategies?
  3. What are competitive and cooperative strategies?
  4. What are the tradeoffs (pros and cons) between an internal and an external growth strategy? Which approach is best as an international strategy? Why? What about retrenchment?

Your essay should be two to three pages in length, double-spaced, and in 12 pt. Times New Roman font. The title and reference pages do not count towards the minimum page length. To complete this assignment, a minimum of two reputable sources must be used, cited, and referenced. At least one reference must come from the CSU Online Library. Use APA style guidelines.

The company from Unit II was Amazon so please use this company.

 
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For this essay, you will conduct research on corporate strategies and the affect they have on the decision process. Use the same company you chose in Unit II. As you explore the decision process, consider how corporate strategies influence these decisions. In your essay, address the following questions:

  1. What is a functional strategy? 
  2. What are stability strategies in business? What are the pros and cons of these strategies? 
  3. What are competitive and cooperative strategies? 
  4. What are the tradeoffs (pros and cons) between an internal and an external growth strategy? Which approach is best as an international strategy? Why? What about retrenchment?

Your essay should be two to three pages in length, double-spaced, and in 12 pt. Times New Roman font. The title and reference pages do not count towards the minimum page length. To complete this assignment, a minimum of two reputable sources must be used, cited, and referenced. At least one reference must come from the CSU Online Library. Use APA style guidelines.

 
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  What is Six Sigma? Why would a company want to implement it? Your essay should be at least two pages in length, double-spaced, and in 12 pt. Times New Roman font. The title and reference pages do not count towards the minimum page length. To complete this assignment, a minimum of three reputable sources must be used, cited, and referenced. At least one reference must come from the CSU Online Library. Use APA style guidelines. Running head: CORPORATE STRATEGY 1 Corporate strategyStudent’s nameInstitution CORPORATE STRATEGY 2Corporate strategy Corporate strategy refers to the direction a company takes with the aim of…

 
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For this Final Visual Analysis Project, you will choose one website that you visit frequently (it must be a professional business website, not your own personal website). Feel free to use websites such as Nike, Apple, Northwestern Mutual, etc. or a website that applies to your career choices.

Once you choose your website, you will begin to consider the effects the visual elements have on the viewers and create a thesis statement and outline using the response elements 1-5 below.

For the Thesis & Outline TEMPLATE document click here.

For this assignment please note the following expectations:

  • APA title page, reference page, and formatting.
  • Use at least four academic/scholarly sources.
  • Use properly cited quotes and paraphrases when necessary.
  • Complete, polished, and error-free cohesive sentences.
  • Contains an introduction, body, and conclusion.
  1. Sensory Response – When analyzing the viewer’s sensory response to a particular visual, it is important to consider the visual elements that attract the eyes. Close your eyes when considering a visual. When you open your eyes, what are the first visual elements that you see? When analyzing a viewer’s Sensory Response, you may consider analyzing at least two of the following effects:
    1. Colors
    2. Lines
    3. Shapes
    4. Balance
    5. Contrast
  2. Perceptual Response – When analyzing a viewer’s perception of visuals, it is important to consider the audience. Consider who is or is not attracted to this type of visual communication. When analyzing a viewer’s Perceptual Response, consider at least two of the following effects:
    1. Target audience specifics (age, profession, gender, financial status, etc.)
    2. Cultural familiarity elements (ethnicity, religious preference, social groups, etc)
    3. Cognitive visuals (viewer’s memories, experiences, values, beliefs, etc.)
  3. Technical Response – When analyzing a viewer’s response to certain visuals, we need to consider the technical visual aspects that may affect perception. Describe how visuals affect the interpretation of the intended media communication message. Address specific technological elements that impact perception. When analyzing the Technical Response, consider the Laws of Perceptual Organization (similarity, proximity, continuity, common fate, etc), and at least two of the following types of visuals:
    1. Drop-down menus
    2. Hover-over highlighting
    3. Animations
    4. Quality of visuals
  4. Emotional Response – When analyzing a viewer’s Emotional Response, it is important to consider the targeted audience preferences and emotional intelligence. Discuss what the viewer might want to see and what type of visual presentation will set the tone for that response. When analyzing the Emotional Response, consider the effects of at least two of the following types of visuals:
    1. Mood setting colors
    2. Mood setting lighting
    3. Persuasive images
    4. Positioning of search or purchase buttons
    5. Social media icons and share options
  5. Ethical Response – When analyzing a viewer’s Ethical Response, it is important to consider the targeted audience values and beliefs. Identify any negative messages about certain ideas, groups, or cultures. Describe and pinpoint images that may be inappropriate for a variety of viewers. Keep in mind that your website can be accessed by all ages and groups. When analyzing the Ethical Response, consider at least two of the following types of visuals:
    1. Visual stereotypes
    2. Limitations in diversity
    3. Inappropriate images for all audiences
    4. Digital alterations
    5. False representation or advertising

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For this Final Visual Analysis Project, you will choose one website that you visit frequently (it must be a professional business website, not your own personal website). Feel free to use websites such as Nike, Apple, Northwestern Mutual, etc. or a website that applies to your career choices.

Once you choose your website, you will begin to consider the effects the visual elements have on the viewers and create a thesis statement and outline using the response elements 1-5 below.

For the Thesis & Outline TEMPLATE document (Attached)

For this assignment please note the following expectations:

  • APA title page, reference page, and formatting.
  • Use at least four academic/scholarly sources.
  • Use properly cited quotes and paraphrases when necessary.
  • Complete, polished, and error-free cohesive sentences.
  • Contains an introduction, body, and conclusion.
  1. Sensory Response – When analyzing the viewer’s sensory response to a particular visual, it is important to consider the visual elements that attract the eyes. Close your eyes when considering a visual. When you open your eyes, what are the first visual elements that you see? When analyzing a viewer’s Sensory Response, you may consider analyzing at least two of the following effects:
    1. Colors
    2. Lines
    3. Shapes
    4. Balance
    5. Contrast
  2. Perceptual Response – When analyzing a viewer’s perception of visuals, it is important to consider the audience. Consider who is or is not attracted to this type of visual communication. When analyzing a viewer’s Perceptual Response, consider at least two of the following effects:
    1. Target audience specifics (age, profession, gender, financial status, etc.)
    2. Cultural familiarity elements (ethnicity, religious preference, social groups, etc)
    3. Cognitive visuals (viewer’s memories, experiences, values, beliefs, etc.)
  3. Technical Response – When analyzing a viewer’s response to certain visuals, we need to consider the technical visual aspects that may affect perception. Describe how visuals affect the interpretation of the intended media communication message. Address specific technological elements that impact perception. When analyzing the Technical Response, consider the Laws of Perceptual Organization (similarity, proximity, continuity, common fate, etc), and at least two of the following types of visuals:
    1. Drop-down menus
    2. Hover-over highlighting
    3. Animations
    4. Quality of visuals
  4. Emotional Response – When analyzing a viewer’s Emotional Response, it is important to consider the targeted audience preferences and emotional intelligence. Discuss what the viewer might want to see and what type of visual presentation will set the tone for that response. When analyzing the Emotional Response, consider the effects of at least two of the following types of visuals:
    1. Mood setting colors
    2. Mood setting lighting
    3. Persuasive images
    4. Positioning of search or purchase buttons
    5. Social media icons and share options
  5. Ethical Response – When analyzing a viewer’s Ethical Response, it is important to consider the targeted audience values and beliefs. Identify any negative messages about certain ideas, groups, or cultures. Describe and pinpoint images that may be inappropriate for a variety of viewers. Keep in mind that your website can be accessed by all ages and groups. When analyzing the Ethical Response, consider at least two of the following types of visuals:
    1. Visual stereotypes
    2. Limitations in diversity
    3. Inappropriate images for all audiences
    4. Digital alterations
    5. False representation or advertising
 
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For this Final Report assignment, you can build off your previous economic brief and selected industry from Assignment 1, or you can select another industry such as Finance and Insurance, Health Care, or Manufacturing, and examine one of the macroeconomic indicators or policies below:

  • GDP growth
  • Unemployment rates
  • Inflation rates
  • Interest rates
  • Imports and exports
  • Government fiscal policy and issues related to taxation, government spending, and budget deficits
  • FED (central bank) monetary policy and issues related to the FED’s mission to stabilize the economy

Example Final Report, Assignment 2 Template, Strayer Writing Standards

  1. Review an example final report.
  2. Use the optional template to help you get started.
  3. Review the Strayer Writing Standards. (See Instructions below.)

Instructions

Use Microsoft Word to prepare a Final Report that is a minimum of two to three (2-3) pages long in which you:

1. Introduce your selected industry with a brief one-paragraph introduction. Refer to the NAICS (North American Industry Classification System) to review the details about your industry.

2. Assess your selected industry’s relative size and growth rate in the economy.

These macroeconomic resources will help you find the size and growth rate of your industry in the U.S. economy and/or relative to GDP:

• Real GDP – Select Section 1, then table 1.1.6 (select MODIFY to change the year range and frequency). Data is from Bureau of Economic Analysis (bea.gov).

• % Change in Real GDP – Select Section 1, then table 1.1.1 (select MODIFY to change the year range and frequency). Data is from Bureau of Economic Analysis (bea.gov).

• GDP by Industry – Steps:

1. Select “Interactive Data.”2. Select “Industry Data Tables.”3. Select “Begin Using the Data.”4. Select “Gross Output by Industry.”5. Select “Real Gross Output by Industry (A) (Q).”6. Select “Quarterly” or “Annual.”7. Select “Next Step.” Data is from Bureau of Economic Analysis (bea.gov).

• % Change in GDP by Industry – Steps:

1. Select “Interactive Data.”2. Select “Industry Data Tables.”3. Select “Begin Using the Data.”4. Select “Gross Output by Industry.”5. Select “Percent Changes in Chain-Type Quantity Indexes for Gross Output by Industry (A) (Q).”6. Select “Quarterly” or “Annual.”7. Select “Next Step.” Data is from Bureau of Economic Analysis (bea.gov).

3. Identify one newsworthy macroeconomic indicator or policy (e.g., GDP, unemployment, inflation rates, interest rates, government taxation and spending decisions, and/or FED decisions) that the industry should monitor and explain why it’s important and how it might impact your selected industry.

These resources are available to help you measure and track macroeconomic indicators and outcomes of macroeconomic policies.You’ll use one or more depending on the macroeconomic indicator selected.

• Unemployment rates – Data is from Bureau of Labor Statistics (bls.gov).

• Inflation rates as measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI). Data is from Bureau of Labor Statistics (bls.gov).

• % Change in Real Exports and Imports – Select Section 4, then table 4.2.1. (Select MODIFY to change the year range and frequency.) Data is from Bureau of Economic Analysis (bea.gov).

• Government receipts, expenditures, and savings – Select Section 3, then table 3.1 for total government and table for 3.2 for federal government. (Select MODIFY to change the year range and frequency.) Data is from the Bureau of Economic Analysis (bea.gov).

• FED Funds Interest Rates. Data is from Trading Economics (tradingeconomics.com).

4. Describe a recent trend in the macroeconomic indicator or policy. Include a graph, chart, or table that illustrates the observed trend.

5. Summarize how you think this industry will perform in the future. Provide support for your rationale.

6. This course requires use of Strayer Writing Standards (SWS). The format is different compared to other Strayer University courses. Please take a moment to review the SWS documentation for details. (Note: You’ll be prompted to enter your Blackboard login credentials to view these standards.)

  • Your brief should include a cover page.
  • Your brief should be a minimum of two to three (2-3) pages in length (not including the cover page), double-spaced, 12-point font.
  • Your report should include a minimum of two (2) references/citations
 
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