Computer Science 2 Assignments - 2 Discussions

Discussion – Cloud Computing

In paragraph form, describe cloud computing as well as its benefits and disadvantages. Based on the materials you have read this week, explain three cloud-based solutions for individuals and three cloud-based solutions for businesses. Additionally, include your experience with cloud computing thus far

. Research Paper Requirements:  

· The initial post should be 300 - 350 words. 

· A minimum of two scholarly journal articles are required for your initial discussion post.

· Apply APA 7th edition style (including headings, in-text citations, and references). Please refer to the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (2020).

· Discussion should demonstrate thorough understanding of the materials and fully address the question(s).

· Writing should skillfully communicate meaning to the readers with clarity and fluency with no grammatical or spelling errors. 

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Assignment – System Analysis and design

This is a required assignment, worth 20 points and must be submitted by the due date. Review the Grading Rubric before completing this assignment.

Research a scholarly paper or professional video on "Business Systems Roles"  and reflect on only one (1) of the following:

· SA vs BA: What is the difference between a Systems Analyst and a Business Analyst when dealing with systems analysis and design?

· SA vs DA: What is the difference between a Systems Analyst and a Data Analyst when dealing with systems analysis and design?

· Super-U: What is a business super-user as it relates to taking on IT roles related to systems analysis and design?

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NOTE: You must copy and paste the topic ("SA vs BA" or "SA vs DA" or "Super-U")  at the start of your paper to provide a context for your answer.

This paper must be between 250-300 words on what caught your eye and reflect on what you read.  Do not add extraneous text that does not address the question - do not add an introduction or conclusion. Do not copy and paste text from the referenced resource.

You must provide at least one APA reference for your resource and corresponding in-text citations.. You must provide the referenced resource URL/DOI in the APA reference. Do not use the Textbook as a referenced resource.

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Title: Systems Analysis and Design, Global Edition

ISBN: ISBN: 13: 978-0-13-478555-4

Authors: Kenneth E. Kendall, Julie E Kendall

Publication Date: 2019-11-25

Edition: 10th ED.

Discussion – Enterprise Risk Management

Beasley, M. S. (2016).  What is enterprise risk management?   Enterprise risk management initiative. Retrieved from Poole College of Management, NCSU.

Hopkin, P. (2010).  Fundamentals of Risk Management: Understanding, Evaluating, and Implementing Effective Risk Management , (pp. 36-46). Kogan Page.

After reading both articles this week, and any other relevant research you locate, please discuss the following: 

Please summarize, in your own words, a description of enterprise risk management. Why do you feel ERM is different from traditional risk management?

Please make your initial post and two response posts substantive. A substantive post will do at least two of the following: 300-350 Words

· Ask an interesting, thoughtful question pertaining to the topic

· Answer a question (in detail) posted by another student or the instructor

· Provide extensive additional information on the topic

· Explain, define, or analyze the topic in detail

· Share an applicable personal experience

· Provide an outside source (for example, an article from the UC Library) that applies to the topic, along with additional information about the topic or the source (please cite properly in APA 7)

· Make an argument concerning the topic.

At least one scholarly source should be used in the initial discussion thread. Be sure to use information from your readings and other sources from the UC Library. Use proper citations and references in your post.

Assignment – Cloud Computing

The reading this week discusses software as a service (SaaS) as a solution model that allows users to use a web browser to access software that resides in the cloud. Prepare a research paper that defines and discusses software as a service. Explain advantages and disadvantages of the software as a service.

Companies leverage SaaS solutions to eliminate the need to house and administer an equivalent on-premise solution. Salesforce.com was one of the companies to leverage the power of the cloud. Discuss the features Salesforce.com provides that are well suited for companies large and small and why the Salesforce solution was well suited for the cloud.

Research Paper Requirements:  

· Paper should be approximately four to six pages in length, not including the title page and reference page. 

· Assignment must be submitted by the due date (Sunday, 11:59 p.m. EST). Late assignments will not be accepted. 

· Use Times New Roman, size 12 font throughout the paper. 

· Apply APA 7th edition style and include three major sections: the Title Page, Main Body, and References. See the  Paper Elements and Format section of your APA manual for details. 

· A minimum of two scholarly journal articles (besides your textbook) are required. See  UC Library Tutorials . 

· Writing should demonstrate a thorough understanding of the materials and address all required elements. 

· Writing should use exceptional language that skillfully communicates meaning to the readers with clarity and fluency and is virtually error-free. 

· Save as a Word document. 

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