Networking Fundamental

Network Definition:                A network is a set of devices often referred to as nodes connected by media links. A node can be a computer, printer or any other device capable of sending or receiving data generated by other nodes on the network. The basic aim of networking is to be able to exchange data such as text, audio and video from one point to another in the world.Basic communication model                  The fundamental purpose of a communication system is the exchange of data...

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Factors Affecting the Success of E-Government

For successful E-government endeavor, two critical requirements are needed: availability and accessibility. E-government transactions have to be available 24/7. This provides citizens, partners and employees with the flexibility to process transactions outside standard government office hours. With the inclusion of websites of E-governments, and E-government website needs to satisfy this “high availability” requirement. Also, the E-government endeavor is critically dependent on the accessibility of its integral websites. If the website is not accessible to the intended target users it will not be successful. The causes of failure of the E-government program in developing countries are: Lack of training schemes and qualified staff, which makes it hard to go with such a new trend like E-government.  Lack...

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Definition of E-Government

E-government is an idea raised by former U.S. vice president (AI Gore), within his vision of linking the citizen to the various agencies of government for getting all kinds of government services in an automated way, in addition to the completion of the government working itself depending on information and communication with network to reduce costs improve performance, speed of delivery and effectiveness of implementation.Electronic government as government use of information communication technologies to offer for citizens and business the opportunity to interact and conduct business with government by using different electronic media such as telephone touch pad, fax, smart cards, self-service kiosks, e-mail/Internet, and EDI. It is about how government organizes itself; its administration,...

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Classification of E-commerce by transaction partners

Following are the Classification of E-commerce by transaction partners.i) Business-to-business (B2B)     Business-to-business (B2B) is the exchange of products, services or information between business entities. Web based B-to-B includes: Direct selling and support to business: In which customers can by and also get technical support from the business. E-procurement (also known as industry portals): Where a purchasing agent can shop for supplies from vendors, request proposals, and in some cases, bid to make a purchase at a desired price. Information sites: It provides information about a particular industry for its companies and their employees. These include specialized search sites and trade and industry standards organization sites.ii) Business-to-consumer...

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Defining e-commerce

E-commerce is a new way of conducting, managing an executing business transactions using modern information technology. E-commerce is a ‘commerce based on bytes’. E-commerce, defined simply, is the commercial transaction of services in an electronic format. In general terms, e-commercial is a business methodology that addresses the needs of organizations, traders and consumers to reduce costs while improving the quality of goods and services and increasing the speed of service delivery. It may also be referred to as the paperless exchange of business information using Electronic Data Interchange, Electronic Fund Transfer etc. E-commerce is not only about simple transactions of data but also general commercial acts such as publicity, advertisements, negotiations contracts and fund settlements....

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How to make USB boot drive to Install Windows ?

Creating or using an USB drive to install Windows operating systems is very easy if you follow the below mentioned steps.TO Install Windows XP/Windows 7/Vista using bootable USBBy using command prompt: 1. Insert your USB (4GB+ preferable) stick to the system and backup all the data from the USB as we are going to format the USB to make it as bootable. 2. Open elevated Command Prompt. To do this, type in CMD in Start menu search field and hit Ctrl + Shift + Enter. Alternatively, navigate to Start > All programs >Accessories > right click on Command Prompt and select run as administrator. 3. When the Command Prompt opens, enter the following...

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Systems Development

Introduction: Systems development is the process of defining, designing, testing, and implementing a new software application or program.  It could include the internal development of customized systems, the creation of database systems, or the acquisition of third party developed software. Written standards and procedures must guide all information systems processing functions. The organization’s management must define and implement standards and adopt an appropriate system development life cycle methodology governing the process of developing, acquiring, implementing, and maintaining computerized information systems and related technology. Examination Objectives: Determine if the board and management have established and maintained effective systems development methodology. This is...

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Feasibility studies

Feasibility studies aim to objectively and rationally uncover the strengths and weaknesses of an existing business or proposed venture, opportunities and threats as presented by the environment, the resources required to carry through, and ultimately the prospects for success. In its simplest terms, the two criteria to judge feasibility are cost required and value to be attained. As such, a well-designed feasibility study should provide a historical background of the business or project, description of the product or service, accounting statements, details of the operations and management, marketing research and policies, financial data, legal requirements and tax obligations. Generally, feasibility studies precede technical development and project implementation.Technical feasibility The...

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How to Talk to Users [for analyst members of a JAD team]

●      Encourage users to speak up. Don't assume they understand that they carry equal authority on the team.●      Ask probing questions about how users do their work, even about points that seem obvious. Ask why they so something as well as "what" and "how."●      Do state the obvious (once, at least). Don't assume that something is "common knowledge."●      Ask for clarification. Don't assume you are the only one confused. If users start talking office-lingo, bring them gently back down to Earth.●      Restate the user's points in your own words to make sure you understand each other. ●      Avoid technical explanations and computer jargon....

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How to Talk to Analysts [for user members of a JAD team]

●      Don't be bashful. Analysts on the team are counting on you to tell what you know and to correct their misconceptions and oversights.●      Help the analyst to understand how your work is done. Provide a context for your remarks. Give examples.●      Ask for the features you need to do your work. Don't assume that your needs are unimportant or impossible to meet.●      Ask for the features that make your work easier, even in small ways.●      Make a distinction between features you must have and those that would be nice for you. Set priorities and make them clear to the analyst●      Do state the obvious (once, at least). Don't assume that...

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How do you know if your JAD is successful?

After creating Joint Application Development (JAD) team and managing it for any project to complete, you have to know if your JAD is successful or not. Here are some methods from which you will able to know about your JAD success. By applying the positive answers for the following questions.● Are your meetings well attended?● Are all affected parties involved/aware of decisions being made?● Did you solve the true underlying problem?● Is your solution accepted and used by your clients?● Is the solution available on time?By applying the following Success Factors● A clear purpose shared by all team members - the project charter● A diverse team, representative of all areas effected by this project.● Every person in the group has equal responsibility...

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Checklist For Getting a JAD Started

Define the Project The JAD Project Leader meets with the Project Sponsor to complete a JAD Project Charter. Form the JAD Group The Project Leader and Project Sponsor form the JAD Group making sure you have all affected areas represented. You will need a Project Sponsor, Project Leader, Business Users and Systems Analysts. A JAD Group should have 8 or fewer total members. It is hard to be effective with more than 15 members. First JAD Meeting - Kick off MeetingYour first JAD meeting may have the following agenda items: ○    Share problem definition and overall goal. Get consensus on these two items. ○    Train each member of the new group on what a JAD Group is so they will understand the purpose, the roles and how a JAD works. ○   ...

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