...Enron and Apple – A Financial Tale of Failure and Success Enron and Apple – A Financial Tale of Failure and Success 2 Abstract This paper analyzes accounting concepts that contributed to Enron’s demise and inclusion on the list of Fortune’s top ten largest bankruptcy filings in US, and in contrast, looks at Apple’s inclusion on the list of Fortune’s top ten most admired companies and reason for its success. Enron and Apple – A Financial Tale of Failure and Success 3 The Fall of Enron Introduction As a Fortune 500 company, Enron Corporation made the “Fortune’s Top Ten” lists seven times: six times as “America’s Most Innovative Company” and one, and last time, as the “Top Ten largest bankruptcy in the US” (Fortune Magazine, 2001, 2009). Within 10 months, Enron’s stock declined from $83 to 26 cents. When the nation's largest energy, electricity and natural gas company filed for bankruptcy in December 2001, shareholders lost tens of billions of dollars, over four thousand employees lost their jobs, and thousands more lost their retirement savings (Ferrell, Fraedrich & Ferrell, 2011, pg 419). Enron’s History and Business Model Enron was formed in 1985 though the merger of two natural gas companies and initially earned its revenue by producing and distributing natural gas. Under the leadership of Ken Lay and later Jeffrey Skilling, the gas company evolved adding electricity, communications, and energy trading to its offerings and continued its development, construction...
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...automatically think of the four stylish best friends known as Yasmin, Sasha, Cloe, and Jade that most girls wanted to be when they were younger. The were liked by many girls and some boys. Bratz is an American product line of fashion dolls and merchandise. Four original dolls were released in 2001 – Yasmin, Cloe, Jade and Sasha, and 2015 a Fifth Girl was added to Bratz called Raya, making her the Fifth official Bratz. They featured almond-shaped eyes adorned with eyeshadow, and lush, glossy lips. Bratz reached great success and the original line of dolls was expanded with a number of spin-offs like Bratz Kidz, and Bratz Babyz, as well as media featuring the Bratz characters, including a Web series, movie, TV...
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...According to The Hack attack at Winter’s Tale Publishing. John Winter is faced with several ramifications after starting up an online publishing business from his house without going through the proper regulatory policies and procedures of setting up a little business. However, in order to fix these issues John Winter should consider hiring a Chief Manager Officer to oversee the business operation and come up with a strategy to evaluate the company background, its alternatives, the proposed solutions, and the recommendation outcomes. Background The Hack attack at Winter’s Tale Publishing is a case study analysis that describes the poor management of an organization and how hackers can easily attack a business information technology infrastructure operations. According to the case, John Winter was born in Chicago, Illinois and as a child he would make up stories based upon shared...
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...El Paso is home to many tales of ghostly spirits and haunted locations, ranging from schools, hotels, and hospitals. El Pasoans have an obsession and fixation on terrifying paranormal stories, with thousands of eye witness testimonies of paranormal experiences on the internet. Although some of these tales are false, there are some stories that date back till the 1900s, and people keep encountering paranormal activities in these specific places till this day. One of these stories is none other than the urban legend of El Paso High School, being one of the oldest operating high schools in El Paso, “the lady on the hill”, as nicknamed by El Pasoans, is filled with history and paranormal activity dating back 35 years ago. Eye witness testimonies have revealed that El Paso High Schools fourth floor, the auditorium, and the tunnels it contains are where all the legends started and prove to be the one of the scariest...
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...ET 153 A20 Introduction to Computer Networking Term Paper Cisco Valet Plus Wireless Router While exploring my text book for a topic for my term paper I chose a subject that I have recently been involved with. Several of us have configured and installed a basic home wireless network. In many homes today it is very popular to have a wireless router installed in your home office creating a connection of convenience to the internet. Installing a wireless router is relatively easy. At the beginning of this semester I had to replace my old wireless router due to an electrical surge through my Ethernet port from my modem. While looking into the purchase of a new wireless router I came across the Cisco Valet Plus Wireless Router. The purpose of this paper is to provide the manufactures specification for the Cisco Valet Plus Wireless Router, the function, the appearance, the operation, and the pros and cons of this device. I chose the Cisco Valet Plus Router Based on the specifications listed on the products exterior package. What caught my attention were the Data Link Protocol; Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE802.11g, Fast Ethernet, and the data transfer rate 300 Mbps. In today’s day and age it seems the speed and efficiency is very necessary and takes priority in our daily lives. The frequency band is 2.4 GHz. A feature that I have never seen offered in a wireless router is the Anti-Malware protection, Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS), URL Filtering,...
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...Integrating Learning Styles and Multiple Intelligences In integrating these major theories of knowledge, we moved through three steps. First, we attempted to describe, for each of Gardner's intelligences, a set of four learning processes or abilities, one for each of the four learning styles. For linguistic intelligence, for example, the Mastery style represents the ability to use language to describe events and sequence activities; the Interpersonal style, the ability to use language to build trust and rapport; the Understanding style, the ability to develop logical arguments and use rhetoric; and the Self-expressive style, the ability to use metaphoric and expressive language. Figure 1. Sample "Kinesthetic" Vocations by Style MasteryThe ability to use the body and tools to take effective action or to construct or repair.Mechanic, Trainer, Contractor, Craftsperson, Tool and Dye Maker | InterpersonalThe ability to use the body to build rapport, to console or persuade, and to support others.Coach, Counselor, Salesperson, Trainer | Kinesthetic | UnderstandingThe ability to plan strategically or to critique the actions of the body.Physical Educator, Sports Analyst, Professional Athlete, Dance Critic | Self-ExpressiveThe ability to appreciate the aesthetics of the body and to use those values to create new forms of expression.Sculptor, Choreographer, Actor, Dancer, Mime, Puppeteer | Next, we listed samples of vocations that people are likely to choose, given particular...
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...refrigeration, computers, transportation, communications, medical technologies; food production the list is interminable. 2. Automobile. In 1900 The, average person traveled about 1200 knots in an entire lifetime, generally on foot, and generally within his or her personal village or township. In one phase or another, the automobile has become the major transport of people and goods in the cosmos, and the industry has become a major source of economic development and constancy. 3. Airplane....
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... SOFTWARE FAILURE IN RADIATION THERAPY MACHINE Computer programmers spend a lot of time debugging software, yet end users like us still encounter bugs or problem while using those software. Computers bugs can result in many errors including unexpected program crashes or even can result in many troubles such as lost cost, reputation of the software product or even life. There are many software failures out there that we can find and learn from their mistakes. This is what happens at National Cancer Institute, Panama City on November 2000 which at least has eight unluckily patients die, while another 20 receive overdose concerned will get risk of health problems or serious complications from radiation. Twelve years ago, Victor Garcia considers himself lucky to be alive which a combination of cancer and miscalculation almost killed him. The software which created by Multidata System International, a U.S firm get trouble due to limitations of the computer program that guided use of a radiation-therapy machine. It is also miscalculates the proper dosage of radiation for patients undergoing radiation therapy. In order to use this software, it is allows a radiation therapist to draw on a computer screen then the placement of metal shields called “blocks” designed to protect healthy tissue from the radiation. But then again, the Multidata’s software only allow technicians to use four shielding blocks, yet the Panamian doctors wish to trick the software by...
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... Hum/105 World Mythology Frank Pisano March 21, 2015 James Mackey How is the word myth used popularly? For a long time I avoided using the word myth because it means so many different things to different people. Academic experts on myth debate heatedly about what a myth is and how it functions in human life. In fact, with so many conflicting meanings and so much debate, some scholars have declared the word meaningless and abandoned it altogether. (Word press 2014) For example, what does the statement, "It's a myth" mean? “Myth” is derived from the Greek word mythos, which can mean tale, or story, and that is essentially what a myth is: a story. For many, such a general definition proves to be of no real service, and some would add the qualification that a myth must be a “traditional” tale or story, one that has proved of so lasting a value that it is continually retold, through whatever medium the artist/storyteller chooses to employ. In contrast, how is the word myth used in the academic context? Myth is used in many ways and is something to keep you thinking and on your toes. It’s used to look at things different ways like the most recent dress that was going on line, is the dress blue and black or white and gold? Just from asking most of my friends and family it was just about 50/50. Now you have to ask yourself what is the real color. After considering the definition in your textbooks and course materials, write a definition...
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...of what went on behind the scenes; how did the home computer industry start and how much of it was due to the drive and vision of Steve Jobs. • Summary On a warm June day in 2005, Steve Jobs went to his first college graduation - as the commencement speaker. The billionaire founder and leader of Apple Computer wasn't just another stuffed-shirt businessman. Though only fifty years old, the college dropout was a technology star, a living legend to millions of people around the world. In his early twenties, Jobs almost single-handedly introduced the world to the first computer that could sit on your desk and actually do something all by itself. He revolutionized music and the ears of a generation with a spiffy little music player called the iPod and came with it was a wide selection of songs at the iTunes store. He funded and nurtured a company called Pixar that made the most amazing computer-animated movies such as Toy Story, Cars, and Finding Nemo - bringing to life imaginary characters like never before. Though he was neither an engineer nor a computer geek, he helped create one gotta-have-it product after another by always designing it with you and me, the actual users, in mind. Unknown to those listening to him that day, more insanely awesome technology was in the works, including the iPhone, which would put much of the power of a computer neatly into the palm of your hand. The father of four would be repeatedly compared with the inventor Thomas...
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...A Tale of Two Processors: Revisiting the RISC-CISC Debate Ciji Isen1, Lizy John1, and Eugene John2 1 ECE Department, The University of Texas at Austin ECE Department, The University of Texas at San Antonio {isen,ljohn}@ece.utexas.edu, ejohn@utsa.edu 2 Abstract. The contentious debates between RISC and CISC have died down, and a CISC ISA, the x86 continues to be popular. Nowadays, processors with CISC-ISAs translate the CISC instructions into RISC style micro-operations (eg: uops of Intel and ROPS of AMD). The use of the uops (or ROPS) allows the use of RISC-style execution cores, and use of various micro-architectural techniques that can be easily implemented in RISC cores. This can easily allow CISC processors to approach RISC performance. However, CISC ISAs do have the additional burden of translating instructions to micro-operations. In a 1991 study between VAX and MIPS, Bhandarkar and Clark showed that after canceling out the code size advantage of CISC and the CPI advantage of RISC, the MIPS processor had an average 2.7x advantage over the studied CISC processor (VAX). A 1997 study on Alpha 21064 and the Intel Pentium Pro still showed 5% to 200% advantage for RISC for various SPEC CPU95 programs. A decade later and after introduction of interesting techniques such as fusion of micro-operations in the x86, we set off to compare a recent RISC and a recent CISC processor, the IBM POWER5+ and the Intel Woodcrest. We find that the SPEC CPU2006 programs are divided between...
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...Cat Tales Zoological Park & Training Center COURSE CATALOG Update - PUBLISHED - May 2012, Updated - May 2012 The Zoological Training Center (ZTC) is solely owned and operated by the Cat Tales Zoological Park. All operations and aspects of the school and the Park itself are determined by the Board of Directors and its management committee. Board officers are elected for a one year term. The current list of Officers and Board Members are as follows: PRESIDENT Kristine Birdsell VICE PRESIDENT Bob Holman SECRETARY Jennifer Schaub TREASURER Debbie Wyche OTHER BOARD MEMBERS Steve Corker Mike Wyche Location of Cat Tales Zoological Training Center The administration offices of the school are located on the Park grounds: Cat Tales - Zoological Training Center N. 17020 Newport Hwy Mead, WA 99021 (509) 238-4126 Faculty ___________________________________________________________________ Deborah (Debbie) J. Wyche Zoo Director, Zoological Training Center Director/Training Supervisor Experience and Education • Intensive study of felidae since 1985 • Construction and implementation of Cat Tales Zoological Park in 1990 • Extensive research and practical implementation of feline husbandry, management, reproduction and neonatal care. • Extensive knowledge of feline reproduction and artificial insemination. • Extensive study and instruction in feline anatomy, physiology, husbandry and management, enrichment, exhibit building, zoo management, retail personality...
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...Study 11: Should a Computer Grade Your Essays? The case study discusses the April 2013 launch of Harvard/MIT’s joint venture MOOC (massively open online course) essay scoring program, utilizing AI (artificial intelligence) technology to grade educational essays and short answers, with immediate feedback and ability to revise, resubmit, and improve grades. In 2012, a group of colleagues, Les Perleman, Mark Shermis, and Ben Hamner, introduced over 16,000, K7-12 standardized school tests to the AES (automated essay scoring software) to compare results of hand-scored essays; the results appeared to produce a more accurate grade, however, no official statistical studies were performed to accurately maintain the claim. Essay Raters (e-Rater), developed by the Educational Testing Service (ETS), allowed Perelman to access, and analyze the technology. ETS uses vocabulary and content to score criteria, such as essay length, conjunctive adverb usage, and large word usage, in combination with paper and word length, words per sentence, and word complexity. The downside is the programs’ inability to differentiate factual from nonfactual information, intent, or meaning. Some educators banned to form the group, Professionals Against Machine Scoring of Student Essays in High-Stakes Assessment; they are concerned educators will reduce writing standards to conform to software constraints. Laudon & Laudon further discuss the probability of lost jobs due to computers taking the place of...
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...EALL 211 Japan: A Cultural Odyssey Sam Orme Summer 2013 MTWR 2:00 4:20 Location: Pacific 110 Email: sorme2@uoregon.edu Office: UO Annex Office Hours: T 11:30 1:30 (or by appointment) Course description: From the burial mounds of the Kofun period to Hello Kitty and Pokemon, the land of the rising sun has had a culture all its own. In this course, we will try to unravel the mystery of Japanese culture in order to understand what makes it tick. We will trace the development of the Japanese culture from its origins in antiquity to the present, touching on Japanese history along the way. We will explore the influence of other cultures on Japan over time, from China and Korea to the United States and the west. We will also consider the role translation plays in understanding what will be, to many of us, a foreign culture. We will do so while thinking critically about themes present throughout Japanese cultural history, making use of many different disciplines, such as literature, archaeology, film, and others. Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for this course, nor is any familiarity or proficiency in the Japanese language required. Students will, however, be expected to keep up with the pace of reading assignments and be able to contribute meaningfully to class discussions about those readings. Required texts: Students are not required ...
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