Computer Science and Ethical Computing

When you have finished with the readings and thought about the topic, prepare a paper addressing the following questions:

• What is a radix or base of the system? With the help of this system, briefly explain the various number systems.
• Explain how a decimal number is converted into binary, octal, and hexadecimal numbers and vice versa. Give an example of each conversion.
• What are the different types of logic gates? Explain with the help of truth tables and give an example of each.
• Discuss the various laws of Boolean algebra and explain the term “Boolean Function” with a suitable example.

SLP Assignment Expectations

Length: Minimum 6 pages excluding cover page and references. (Since a page is about 300 words, this is approximately 1,800 words).

Assignment-driven criteria (14 points): Demonstrates clear understanding of the subject and addresses all key elements of the assignment.

Critical thinking (6 points): Demonstrates mastery conceptualizing the problem. Shows analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of required material.

Scholarly writing (3 points): Demonstrates writing proficiency at the academic level of the course, addressing the learning outcomes of the assignment.

Quality of references (3 points) and assignment organization (3 points): Uses relevant and credible sources to support assertions. Assignment is well organized and follows the structure of a well-written paper.

Citing sources (4 points): Uses in-text citations, and references are properly formatted in APA style.

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Kodama, M., & Ladd, B. (2013). Mapping the cyberwar battlefield. Harvard Business Review. Sep2013, Vol. 91 Issue 9, p32-33. 2p. 1 Diagram. Retrieved from the Trident Online Library.

Wadhwa, V. (2014). Our lagging laws. Technology Review. Jul/Aug2014, Vol. 117 Issue 4, p11-11. 1/2p. Retrieved from the Trident Online Library

ale, N. B., & Lewis, J. (2007). Computer science illuminated. Jones & Bartlett Learning

24: Course Overview; What Do Computer Scientists Do? Introduction to Computer Science and Programming. MITOPENCOURSEWARE. http://ocw.mit.edu/courses/electrical-engineering-and-computer-science/6-00-introduction-to-computer-science-and-programming-fall-2008/video-lectures/lecture-24/