“Burning Chrome” by William Gibson
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A 5 page paper which examines the emotional and social realities found in the future of cyberspace as seen in William Gibson’s collection of short stories “Burning Chrome.” Bibliography lists 3 additional sources.
Filename: RAchrm.rtf

“Computerised accounting systems”
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A paper which looks at the specific requirements of a firm of building contractors with regard to the installation of a computerised accounting system, and the particular financial transactions which the system would be required to incorporate. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: JLCompacc.rtf

“Graphic Design and Modern Technology”
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A five page paper which looks at the ways in which computer technology and the globalisation of communication has changed design concepts, and the extent to which such technology is leading towards a ‘paperless society’. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: JLcompdesign.rtf

“How Wireless Works” by Freed and Gralla
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A 5 page report of “How Wireless Works” by Les Freed and Preston Gralla. Bibliography lists 2 additional sources.
Filename: RAwirels.rtf

“Living System” Software
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A 7 page paper comparing software to a living system. Still in development by Sandia National Laboratories is MentorPal®, software that employs neural-network technology to automatically offer “individual real-time advice to soldiers and other government teams in the field.” MentorPal has many of the features of a living system, defined as a system with boundaries, metabolism, defining code, purpose, complexity and a defined size, that also is self-organizing and operates within a framework of conceptual meaning. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: KSitSoftLivingSys.rtf

“Printed Circuit Boards in the Computer Industry”
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A nine page paper which looks at the way in which the computer industry has developed over the years, and why particular advances in technology such as the invention of the printed circuit board and the silicon chip have played such a significant part not only in the increased speed and efficiency of modern machines, but also the way in which the new generation of computer technology has revolutionised many aspects of modern society. Bibliography lists 3 sources
Filename: JLPCB.wps

“Pyramid Power” IT
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An 8 page paper discussing the IT pyramid and its various levels, then identifying the place that two companies, USAA and Ford Motor Company, occupy in the pyramid. Includes 2 figures. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: KSitPyrPower.rtf