...With the rising number of workers in America who are dependent on SSDI benefits rising to a record one out of fourteen, the Social Security Administration is experiencing a loss of funds at a rate much earlier than anticipated (Finger n.p). The funds intended to return to workers once retirements are reached are now instead going to SSDI beneficiaries. Noted by Finger “According to the Congressional Research Services this program cost taxpayers $128.9 billion in 2011 and was in deficit to the tune of $25.3 billion” (Finger n.p). The SSA funds come from the constant 1.8% payroll tax, and SSDI makes up 18% of Social Security spending (Finger n.p). Taxpayers are unknowingly suffering from disability fraud without even realizing the seriousness...
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...The Social Security Death Index- The name of the database (http://genealogy.about.com/od/free_genealogy/a/ssdi.htm) • The information covered - contains information regarding last name, first name, birth date, death date, Social Security number, the state of residence where the Social Security number (SSN) was issued, the last known residence and the location where the last benefit payment was sent. • Available features - Can help provide information needed to find a birth certificate, death certificate, obituary, maiden name, parent’s names, occupation or residence. • 2) International Genealogical Index -The name of the database (http://genealogy.about.com/cs/free_genealogy/a/free_sites_4.htm) • The information covered- Has vital records for all over the word- this includes Africa, Asia, The British Isles, The Caribbean Islands, Central America, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Norway North America, South America, Europe, The Southwest Pacific and finally Sweden •...
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...Compliance to Practice Mining Companies and the Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Rights in the Democratic Republic of Congo Tanja A. Börzel/Jana Hönke SFB-Governance Working Paper Series 25 • October 2011 DFG Sonderforschungsbereich 700 Governance in Räumen begrenzter Staatlichkeit - Neue Formen des Regierens? DFG Research Center (SFB) 700 Governance in Areas of Limited Statehood - New Modes of Governance? SFB-Governance Working Paper Series Edited by the Research Center (SFB) 700 „Governance In Areas of Limited Statehood - New Modes of Governance?“ The SFB-Governance Working Paper Series serves to disseminate the research results of work in progress prior to publication to encourage the exchange of ideas and academic debate. Inclusion of a paper in the Working Paper Series should not limit publication in any other venue. Copyright remains with the authors. Copyright for this issue: Tanja A. Börzel/Jana Hönke Editorial assistance and production: Tanja Kilper/Sara Gebh/Anna Jüschke All SFB-Governance Working Papers can be downloaded free of charge from our website www.sfb-governance.de/en/ publikationen or ordered in print via e-mail to sfb700@zedat.fu-berlin.de. Börzel, Tanja A./ Hönke, Jana 2011: From Compliance to Practice. Mining Companies and the Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Rights in the Democratic Republic of Congo, SFB-Governance Working Paper Series, No. 25, Research Center (SFB) 700, Berlin, October 2011. ISSN 1864-1024 (Internet) ISSN...
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...Ms. Williams English IV period 6 20 January 2016 Senior Research Analysis Proposal Social Security has been around since 1935, when Franklin Roosevelt signed the Social Security Act. It is meant to provide financial aid to those of “old age” and the disabled. This is the topic I am going to be discussing because it is going to be affecting our generation by the time we could be receiving the benefits that are included with Social Security. I chose this topic because while I am paying for Social Security of others, it is on the path to be out of money by around 2035, which will mean that people ages 18-25 will not be receiving this. We are paying for older generations’ Social Security money, but we will not be getting any. The topic of Social Security is important because of how much it is being overlooked. Awareness needs to be raised because the funds will not be able to provide us with our benefits when we need them years from now. By writing this paper I will be able to further explain what is happening with our money and why we are in such a crisis with it. Not everyone is aware of what the government is really doing with the money being put into this fund because they are not always honest. This information gathered will be helping everyone including the people paying now, the people paying later, and everyone that should be receiving these benefits now and later on in their life. The problem with Social Security will be affecting everyone throughout the United States...
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...Research Paper on iCloud Technology Introduction The Apple Corporation seems to effortlessly lead in technology advancements that attract millions of customers, and with the newest iCloud development, there is nothing stopping its success. With the invention of this easy-to-use back up and synchronization system, Apple users are able to retrieve data from multiple devices. It is beneficial in being simple and easily accessible; however, there are some legal, ethical, and security issues that must be noted when using the service. However, with emerging technology comes further research. With the ongoing research on the iCloud service, Apple workers will be able to hurdle over these issues. Background iCloud is one of the newest, most brilliant services created by the Apple Corporation. It functions as a backup system on Apple products, such as the iPhone or iPad. Instead of having to go through the trouble of remembering to back up files such as music, photos, and other files like these, data on the device is automatically backed up through iCloud every time the piece of equipment is plugged in and connected to the Wi-Fi network (Smith, 2011). This service also helps the Apple user stay in sync with each device. By having this backup system, the material is put “in the cloud” and is able to be transferred from one Apple device to another through a wireless connection (Smith, 2011). The term “iCloud” comes from the...
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...and Business, Athens, Greece Abstract Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to examine the potential of cultural theory as a tool for identifying patterns in the stakeholders’ perception of risk and its effect on information system (IS) risk management. Design/methodology/approach – Risk management involves a number of human activities which are based on the way the various stakeholders perceive risk associated with IS assets. Cultural theory claims that risk perception within social groups and structures is predictable according to group and individual worldviews; therefore this paper examines the implications of cultural theory on IS risk management as a means for security experts to manage stakeholders perceptions. Findings – A basic theoretical element of cultural theory is the grid/group typology, where four cultural groups with differentiating worldviews are identified. This paper presents how these worldviews affect the process of IS risk management and suggests key issues to be considered in developing strategies of risk management according to the different perceptions cultural groups have. Research limitations/implications – The findings of this research are based on theoretical analysis and are not supported by relevant empirical research. Further research is also required for incorporating the identified key issues into information security management systems (ISMS). Originality/value – IS security...
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...this tutorial copy and paste link in your browser. BUS 681 Entire Course Compensation and Benefits Week 1 Compensation Strategy. Discuss the general goals of an organization’s compensation system, including how a compensation strategy works to support the organization’s business strategy. Respond to at least two of your fellow students’ postings. Compensation Practices. Discuss the various factors that influence a company’s competitive strategies and compensation practices. Assess how a company can mitigate these factors using effective compensation practices. Respond to at least two of your fellow students’ postings. Journal Article Research and Analysis. Using a variety of research techniques, write a 3-5 page essay that summarizes the impact and affect of compensation within an organization. This essay should be based on research obtained through a minimum of three Journal articles. Week 2 Seniority and Merit Pay. Define the concept of seniority and merit pay plans, including the strengths and limitations of such plans within an organization. Discuss the job, organizational and/or other factors that should be considered when deciding between the two. Respond to at least two of your fellow students’ postings. Incentive Pay Plans. Discuss how incentive pay plans – both individual and group – motivate employees to achieve high levels of performance. Identify potential weaknesses of these plans and suggest steps that can be taken to make these plans highly effective...
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...Introduction This research paper is an analysis of cyber crime. The threats, attacks and problems it can bring down a company and how it can be mitigated. In the 21fist century, connecting your business to the Internet and keeping the integrity of the information confidential, and available for twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, and three hundred and sixty-five days out of the year is crucial for the success within the company. There are US laws that companies have to be in compliance with. Such as HIPAA, CIPA, FISMA, GLBA, SOX and FERPA. This paper will also analyze different security methods that can be used to remain in compliance with these US Laws listed above. Background Some background information for cyber crime and famous hackers, I thought would be appropriate to mention a few for the purpose of this paper. To make sure how important systems security is to our country. In 2001 and 2002 Gary McKinnon hacked into US military computer networks. He Deleted important files in the operating systems in the US army’s district in Washington. Shutting down 2000 computers for 24 hours. He deleted weapons logs and crashed 300 computers for munition’s delivery to the US NAVY. He also broke into NASA networks to search for evidence of UFO cover-ups. In 2009, Albert Gonzalez helped steal about 36 million credit card numbers from TJX ,which cost the company about 160 million Dollars. Literature Review Social engineering is a practice of obtaining...
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...Term Papers, Essays and Research Documents The Research Paper Factory Join Search Browse Saved Papers Home Page » Computers and Technology Gathering Information Pertaining to a Glba Compliance In: Computers and Technology Gathering Information Pertaining to a Glba Compliance Lab#5 Define a process for Gathering Information pertaining to a GLBA Compliance 1. GLBA repealed parts of an act. Name the act and explain why it was significant for financial institutions and insurance companies. Parts of the glass Steagall act of 1933 GLBA allows financial institutions such as banks to act as insurance companies. GLBA covers both financial institutions and insurance companies since both can perform financial services for its customers. This reform requires banks and insurance companies to comply with both the privacy and safeguard rules of GLBA. 2. What is another name for obtaining information under false pretenses and what does it have to do with GLBA? What is an example of the safeguard pertinent to this requirement? Pre-texting or social engineering. GLBA specifically mentions this in title 15 US code chapter 94 sub chapter 2, section 6821. GLBA encourages companies to implement safeguards around pre-texting and social engineering. Security awareness training and periodic reminders of awareness to pre-texting and social engineering is a best practice performed within the user domain. 3. How does GLBA impact information system security and...
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...To what extent is security a necessary precondition for development? Introduction It is put forward that security is not necessarily a precondition for development, but rather, both concepts of security and development are inextricably linked. With neither one being predominant over the other; rather the influence of both oscillate, dependent upon the individual circumstances within the State or region. In essence, what this answer will aim to illustrate, is the extent of this link, the theories which explain it, and whether or not security underpins development. Before we begin however, it would be prudent to first, define the concepts of ‘security’ and ‘development’. From the obvious, national security dimension, to the more human-centred, holistic definitions, finding a simple definition for the concept of security is a complex task, due to the variety of ways in which it can be defined. For the purposes of this essay however, the definition provided by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) as security being “the prevention of any threat to individual or national security irrespective of that threat being political or economic in its nature, as such threats would threaten the process of development”[1] would be an appropriate fit, as it incorporates both the traditional State-centric element, and also the more holistic, human security definition.. Traditionally, the definition of development has been one that has been predicated upon a mainly economic...
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...decide to research, study and then write on Internet security and how it affects all facets of your life? The manner in which technology is progressing and the coming of age of the Internet has raised new concerns when connecting to the Internet. Within this topic, there is an extensive assortment of subcategories that range from identify theft, hackers, pedophiles, phishing, cyber bulling and identity protection laws. I personally have viewed on TV, read in the newspaper, or witnessed first-hand each of these aspects and have personally experienced the affect it can have on a person’s life. Professionally, I am responsible for adhering the security provisions required to utilize our local schools’ network. As a mother, I have the responsibility to install adequate security software to protect my home computers and provide proper situational oversight to ensure my children are safe from possible hackers, stalkers and pedophiles. And finally, as a student pursuing my college degree, the same security issues that concern myself are shared by the campus computer security office; to provide a safe network that is easily accessible to all registered users which is safe from hacking, infiltration and theft of student personal information while at the same time securing the network from phishing, malware and viruses. Evidence suggests there is a growing concern amongst the citizens and Governments’ in regards to the perceptions and values placed on Internet security and personal...
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...SESSION 2015/2016 ULAB 2122 – ADVANCED ACADEMIC ENGLISH SKILLS (ADVANCED ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC) TERM PAPER OUTLINE:Does the Increase Amount of Foreign Worker Induces Negative Impacts to Malaysia? | GROUP MEMBERS: 1. WAN AHMAD ASYRAF BIN WAN HANIF (A14CS0148) 2. SYAKIR ZUFAYRI BIN ROSLAN (A14CS0139) SECTION: 27 LECTURER’S NAME: NORHANIM BTE ABDUL SAMAT OUTLINE FOR TERM PAPER Framework | Headings | Description | Sources | Introduction | Definition | The growing presence of foreign workers in Malaysia can be explainedby excess demand for labour combine with rapid economic growth, aswell as the cheaper cost of foreign workers. Most of them that from low-income countries like Bangladesh and Myanmar travel to other countries to find higher paid jobs. For example the current issue where approximately two millions foreign workers were given entry pass to this country for jobs. | Int. Journal of Economics and Management 5(1): 169 – 178 (2011) | | What is the issue? | The increaseof foreigners cause a bad implication towards aspects like social, security and peace for example, they fight with themselves in public, selling things without permit disturbing the peace. | Global Journal of HUMAN-SOCIAL SCIENCE: FPolitical ScienceVolume 14 Issue 4 Version 1.0 Year 2014. (Utusan Malaysia, February 17, 2010)(Sinar...
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...University of Phoenix Material Research Plan As part of your research plan, you must first draft a research question for your research paper that will guide the rest of your writing. A research question, which is more specific and focused than a general topic, is the question that your research paper will be answering. For example, if your general area of interest is Social Security, a possible research question might ask “How could low-income families save more money if the United States had a reformed Social Security plan that included personal retirement accounts?” As you develop a research question, keep in mind that you will need to research sources to support your topic. Do not pick a one-sided question that will limit your research. Instead, develop a research question that lends itself to further exploration and debate—a question you genuinely want to know the answer to. Try to pick a research question that is not too broad (covering too much) or too narrow (covering too little). It should be broad enough to be discussed in a short research paper. What is your general topic or area of interest? My general topic or area of interest is cancer. What is it about your general topic of interest that interests you? What interest me about my general topic of cancer is, people who have been cured from cancer through conventional and unconventional medical methods. What questions do you have about the topic that you would like to investigate? List them. ...
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...Associate Level Material Appendix F Research Plan As part of your Research Plan, you must draft a research question for your research paper. A research question, which is more specific and focused than a general topic, is the question that you will answer in your paper. For example, if your general area of interest is Social Security, a potential research question might ask, “How might low-income families save more money under a reformed Social Security plan that includes personal retirement accounts?” As you develop a research question, keep in mind that you will research sources with both supporting and differing viewpoints. Do not select a narrow or one-sided issue that will limit your research; instead, develop a research question that lends itself to further exploration and debate. |What is your topic or area of interest? |Technology | | | | | | | | | | |In what ways is this topic appropriate for a persuasive essay? |Because there are many people in our society that are against | | ...
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...Associate Level Material Appendix F Research Plan As part of your Research Plan, you must draft a research question for your research paper. A research question, which is more specific and focused than a general topic, is the question that you will answer in your paper. For example, if your general area of interest is Social Security, a potential research question might ask, “How might low-income families save more money under a reformed Social Security plan that includes personal retirement accounts?” As you develop a research question, keep in mind that you will research sources with both supporting and differing viewpoints. Do not select a narrow or one-sided issue that will limit your research; instead, develop a research question that lends itself to further exploration and debate. |What is your topic or area of interest? |Affirmative Action | | | | | | | | | | |In what ways is this topic appropriate for a persuasive essay? |I feel that this topic is appropriate for a persuasive essay | | ...
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