BIS 221T All Participations

INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER APPLICATIONS AND SYSTEMS

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BIS 221T WEEK 1 ASSIGNMENT – Week 1 Participation

This is the Discussion Question thread where you will earn your participation for the week. As noted in the Instructor Policies, you must post 3 substantive comments over 2 or more days to earn the full allotment of participation points. The words in your signature do not count toward the word count in your comment. If you repeat the question, those words do not count toward the word count. Your comment must be at least 100 words (not 95, 98, or 99 words) to be considered as substantive.

Provide comments to the following topics of your choice as replies to the threads that I created. Do not post a new response.

Topic 1: Chapter 1 – Inside the Computer

Read “Ch. 1 – Inside the Computer”

* What new things have you learned?

Topic 2: Chapter 2 – Operating Systems

Read “Ch. 2 – Operating System”

* What new things have you learned?

Topic 3: Chapter 3 – Computer Networks

Read “Ch. 3 – Computer Networks”

* What new things have you learned?

Topic 4: Chapter 4 – Internet

Read “Ch. 4 – Internet”

* What new things have you learned?

Topic 5: Communication Methods

Research various methods of communication that are commonly used in business, such as email, VoIP, texting, messaging, as well as software applications used to support each (Microsoft® Outlook®, Skype®, Twitter®, Instagram®).

* In what business context would it be appropriate to use each communication method?

* What are some of the advantages of using one method or application over another?

Topic 6: “Communication Rage”

Technology has drastically shifted the way we communicate over the years and decades – from writing letters and phone calls to e-mails and texting. I’m sure you have all heard and/or experienced “Road Rage” when driving – where the circumstance of the event caused you or someone else to behave in ways that they would not have behaved had they been thinking rationally.

* Have you ever experienced a similar type of “Communication Rage” when involved in an e-mail or texting exchange?

Topic 7: Public Wireless Computer Networks

Reflect on your experiences with WIFI in your personal and professional life.

* Have you utilized WIFI at public places?

Topic 8: Purchasing a Computer

Many people have gone through or are going through the process of purchasing a computer.

* If you are considering purchasing a computer in the near future – what factors will you be considering in your purchase decision?

* If you are not considering purchasing a computer in the near future – what factors did you consider when you bought your last computer?

Topic 9: Purchasing a Smartphone

Just like purchasing a desktop or laptop computer, many people have gone through the process of purchasing a smartphone – or deciding whether to upgrade their existing smartphone.

* What factors did you consider when you first decided to purchase a smartphone?

* What factors did you consider (or are you considering) as to whether to upgrade your smartphone?

BIS 221T WEEK 2 ASSIGNMENT – Week 2 Participation

This is the Discussion Question thread where you will earn your participation for the week. As noted in the Instructor Policies, you must post 3 substantive comments over 2 or more days to earn the full allotment of participation points. The words in your signature do not count toward the word count in your comment. If you repeat the question, those words do not count toward the word count. Your comment must be at least 100 words (not 95, 98, or 99 words) to be considered as substantive.

Provide comments to the following topics of your choice as replies to the threads that I created. Do not post a new response.

Topic 1: Chapter 5 – Fundamental Features of Microsoft Word

Read “Ch. 5 – Fundamental Features of Microsoft Word”

* What new things have you learned?

Topic 2: Chapter 6 – Editing a Document

Read “Ch. 6 – Editing a Document”

* What new things have you learned?

Topic 3: Chapter 7 – Building a Professional Letter

Read “Ch. 7 – Building a Professional Letter”

* What new things have you learned?

Topic 4: Chapter 8 – Creating Reports and Articles

Read “Ch. 8 – Creating Reports and Articles”

* What new things have you learned?

Topic 5: Standards Style for Written Reports

Most schools and businesses require some standard style of documentation for written reports.

* Why might that be?

* What disadvantages, if any, might there be to insist that all reports conform to a certain style?

Topic 6: Computer Security

As most of you already know – threats to Information Systems include viruses, phishing e-mails, cyberattacks and exploitation of social media sites.

* Have you (or someone you know) been exposed to one of these threats – or another threat?

Topic 7: E-Commerce

Information Security is very important in the area of E-Commerce.

* What types of e-commerce (Business-to-consumer (B2C), Business-to-business (B2B), Consumer-to-consumer (C2C)) have you experienced in your personal or professional life?

Topic 8: Technology and Parenting

The Technology revolution that has occurred since the 90’s has exposed children and teenagers to many more temptations and dangers.

*  Has technology made an impact on your parenting style – as opposed to the style your parents had – being that you have to worry about a lot of things that your parents didn’t have to (i.e. internet, social media, cell phone texting, etc)?

Topic 9: User Authentication

Reflect upon the various user authentication methods that you have been exposed to in your personal or professional life.

* What user authentication methods did you think were effective? Not effective? Too excessive?

BIS 221T WEEK 3 ASSIGNMENT – Week 3 Participation

This is the Discussion Question thread where you will earn your participation for the week. As noted in the Instructor Policies, you must post 3 substantive comments over 2 or more days to earn the full allotment of participation points. The words in your signature do not count toward the word count in your comment. If you repeat the question, those words do not count toward the word count. Your comment must be at least 100 words (not 95, 98, or 99 words) to be considered as substantive.

Provide comments to the following topics of your choice as replies to the threads that I created. Do not post a new response.

Topic 1: Chapter 9 – Excel Basics

Read “Ch. 9, Excel Basics”.

* What new things have you learned?

Topic 2: Chapter 10 – Formulas and Functions

Read “Ch. 10, Formulas and Functions”.

* What new things have you learned?

Topic 3: Chapter 11 – Date, Time, and Text Functions

Read “Ch. 11, Date, Time, and Text Functions”.

* What new things have you learned?

Topic 4: Chapter 12 – Charting

Read “Ch. 12, Charting”.

* What new things have you learned?

Topic 5: Microsoft Excel Features

Locate and review tutorial help on Microsoft® Excel® on the Microsoft® Office website.

What Microsoft® Excel® features make the software such an important and popular tool for business professionals?

Used with permission from Microsoft.

Topic 6: Uses for Spreadsheets

What are some things that you use spreadsheets for in your personal or professional life?

Have these readings given you ideas on what you could use a spreadsheet for?

Topic 7: Mobile Ads

The growth of wireless technology has contributed to an increase in advertising through our mobile devices. Based on your own personal experiences:

* What advantages and disadvantages do you see with the mobile marketing approach as it relates to advertisers and consumers?

Topic 8: Smart Homes

Research the technology available for “smart” homes.

* What are some “smart” home technologies that you have – or someone you know has?

Topic 9: Technology and Education

Technology has made a huge impact in the field of Education. Online education has created opportunities for those who are limited in their time flexibility.

* What are some of the advantages that you see in Online education vs. attending classes in person in a non-online modality?

BIS 221T WEEK 4 ASSIGNMENT – Week 4 Participation

This is the Discussion Question thread where you will earn your participation for the week. As noted in the Instructor Policies, you must post 3 substantive comments over 2 or more days to earn the full allotment of participation points. The words in your signature do not count toward the word count in your comment. If you repeat the question, those words do not count toward the word count. Your comment must be at least 100 words (not 95, 98, or 99 words) to be considered as substantive.

Provide comments to the following topics of your choice as replies to the threads that I created. Do not post a new response.

Topic 1: Chapter 13 – Getting Started with Microsoft PowerPoint

Read “Ch. 13, Getting Started with Microsoft PowerPoint”.

* What new things have you learned?

Topic 2: Chapter 14 – Editing and Enhancing a Presentation

Read “Ch. 14, Getting Started with Microsoft PowerPoint”.

* What new things have you learned?

Topic 3: Chapter 15 – Adding Animations

Read “Ch. 15, Adding Animations”

* What new things have you learned?

Topic 4: Chapter 16 – Inserting Objects and Finalizing the Presentation

Read “Ch. 16, Inserting Objects and Finalizing the Presentation”

* What new things have you learned?

Topic 5: PowerPoint Introduction 

Locate and review tutorial help on Microsoft® PowerPoint® functions on the Microsoft® Office website.

* What is important for you to know about the intended audience before you create your presentation (using Microsoft® PowerPoint® or any other presentation application)? Why?

Used with permission from Microsoft.

Topic 6: Consequences of Technology

As you well know, there have been mostly positive consequences resulting from technology – mainly increased convenience and efficiency in our lives and giving us options in life that were not previously possible. There have been some negative consequences like loss of jobs, the possibility of identity theft, etc.

* What are some positive consequences of Technology that have impacted your life or the life of someone you know?

* What are some negative consequences of Technology that have impacted your life or the life of someone you know?

Topic 7: Technology and Life Management

Most (if not all) of you are in the situation of having to balance stressful jobs and/or demanding personal lives with the challenges of being a UOP student. This thread is to give you an opportunity to share with your peers, ways in which you try to balance work, family, and school.

* What are some life-management things that you do to increase your free time and to achieve more balance in your work/family/student life?

* How do you use technology to achieve these goals?

Topic 8: Technology and People Management

The growth of technology has unfortunately resulted in more issues that management has to worry about. The issues are (1) people either abusing company resources on company time for personal reasons and (2) people spending excessive time on their own personal devices on company time. The activities can include playing video games, browsing non-work-related websites, watching videos, texting and talking to friends and family, etc.

* Does your company’s management have a policy on the use of company resources for personal matters?

* Does your company’s management have a policy on spending company time on your phone?

Topic 9: Telecommuting

Technological advancements through the years have led to more work from home opportunities.

* What impact has telecommuting had on your personal and professional life?

BIS 221T WEEK 5 ASSIGNMENT – Week 5 Participation

This is the Discussion Question thread where you will earn your participation for the week. As noted in the Instructor Policies, you must post 3 substantive comments over 2 or more days to earn the full allotment of participation points. The words in your signature do not count toward the word count in your comment. If you repeat the question, those words do not count toward the word count. Your comment must be at least 100 words (not 95, 98, or 99 words) to be considered as substantive.

Provide comments to the following topics of your choice as replies to the threads that I created. Do not post a new response.

Topic 1: Chapter 4.10 – Social Media

Read “Ch. 4.10, Social Media”.

* What new things have you learned?

Topic 2: Chapter 17 – Cloud Computing

Read “Ch. 17, Cloud Computing”.

* What new things have you learned?

Topic 3: Chapter 18 – Business Intelligence

Read “Ch. 18, Business Intelligence”.

* What new things have you learned?

Topic 4: Chapter 19 – Mobile Apps

Read “Ch. 19, Mobile Apps”.

* What new things have you learned?

Topic 5: Social Media for Business

Based on the Week 5 videos and your own experiences with Social Media:

* What challenges do businesses face when using social media. What are some solutions?

* How can you use social media to grow your own business or potential business?

* How can you use social media to advance your career or open new career opportunities?

Topic 6: Social Media and Co-workers

In every workplace, there are those who have different levels of social interaction with co-workers and/or managers. The social interaction can range from casual friendship, deep friendship, or even romantic involvement between co-workers – or between managers and subordinates. Social media has “greased the skids” with regard to having varying degrees of social relationships with people we work with.

* Have you used (or do you know someone who has used) social media to develop friendships or socialize personally with your co-workers?

* Have the experiences been good, bad, or a mix of both?

Topic 7: Social Media and Privacy

The growth of Social Media has made a major impact in practically every aspect of our lives.

* Are you concerned that people you know on a professional basis (or a potential employer) may do an Internet search on you to find things out about you that they didn’t have to directly ask you on an application or an interview?

Topic 8: Favorite Apps

Apps for our smartphones are becoming more and more important as they add convenience, productivity, and other value to our everyday lives.

* What are some of your favorite apps?

* What value to they add to your life?

Topic 9: Technology and Job Strategies

Technology has impacted how we search for jobs, and how managers find qualified candidates for jobs. Based on your own personal and/or professional experiences:

* How do you use technology when searching or applying for jobs?

* How do you use technology to select qualified candidates for jobs?