IT Professionalism: Ethics, Legal Compliance, and Green Computing
1. IT Professionals and Society
Significance of IT in Society
- IT is now fundamental to modern society, serving as infrastructure for the “e-generation.”
- It has profoundly changed people’s habits, influencing culture and lifestyle.
Organizational Structure of a Typical IT Department
- Application Development: Focuses on creating and maintaining software applications.
- Technical/Application Support: Provides technical assistance and resolves issues related to applications.
- IT Services Support: Manages and supports
Core Business Finance and Management Principles
Investment Appraisal Methods
Payback Period
The Payback Period is the time required for the cumulative cash inflows from an investment to equal the initial outlay. This method is particularly useful in unstable economies and high-risk sectors. Generally, investments with a shorter payback period are preferred.
Net Present Value (NPV)
NPV is the present value of all expected future cash flows from an investment, discounted at a specific interest rate, minus the initial investment cost. An investment
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Characteristics and components of Game Theory
Game Theory : Mathematical framework for analyzing strategic decision-making situations where outcome depends on actions of multiple decision makers.
Characteristics:
1. Multiple Decision Makers:Called players, Each has conflicting interests, Rational decision makers
2. Strategies:Complete plan of action, Available alternatives for each player, Pure vs mixed strategies 3. Payoffs: Outcomes resulting from strategy combinations, Usually represented in payoff
Network Planning Methodologies and Requirements Analysis
Fundamentals of Network Planning and System Approaches
Why Network Planning is Crucial
A network is not just cables and routers; it is the foundation of business operations. Without proper planning, organizations risk downtime, bottlenecks, security gaps, and wasted money.
- Example: An airline reservation system that crashes during the holiday season can result in millions lost.
Planning ensures the network meets current needs (like today’s users and applications) while also being scalable for the
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Bellver Restaurant Review
Rating: ★★★★☆
Bellver Restaurant, part of a charming hotel in Mallorca, offers a delightful dining experience with a mix of traditional and modern cuisine.
Ambiance and Decor
The ambiance is inviting, with elegant decor and a beautiful terrace offering stunning views. However, the indoor seating can feel a bit cramped during peak hours, which can detract from the otherwise pleasant atmosphere.
Service
The staff is friendly and attentive, eager to make recommendations.
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Legal Systems and Accounting Standards
Code Law vs. Common Law Systems
The two major types of legal systems are code law and common law. Code law countries tend to have an accounting law, which is rather general and does not provide much detail. In common law countries, a non-legislative organization generally develops accounting standards, which tend to provide much more detail than is found in the accounting laws of code law countries.
Challenges of Accounting Diversity for Multinational Corporations
Accounting
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