11/20/2006

Lesson of the day:  The ASCII value for "0" is 48.  This is important because the computer does not know numbers, only ASCII values.

Question: What ASCII values are between 91 & 96 since 90 is "z" and 97 is lowercase "a"?

Question: How would you make 49 to 1?  Answer: Subtract 48.

If you know how to convert 1-2-3 to 123 it is a good programming practice.  The major job of the computer is to work with the ASCII values.  For example, recognizing if you type a "space" or a "letter".

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The next topic will be nanotechnology. 

What is nanotechnology in laymen terms?

If a company develops a nano tech product......... Globally, how much are we spending on this technology

Managers and contemporary issues in technology.  Managers should be aware of nanotechnology.  Security and privacy are additional concerns

Evaluating projects:

7 W's for the first phase:

1. What is it/what are the features and uniqueness about it?
2. Why was it developed? (the mission statement)
3. When was it developed?
4. Where is the location:
5. Who developed it/Who is it for?
6. Which audience is the website targeting?
7. Whose (and others - woh)?

We reviewed Molloy's Topics in CIS course:

CIS 390 TOPICS IN CIS

In-depth study of topics not included in detail in the regular curriculum cycle. Title of the course will be announced in the Course Offerings Schedule. This course may be repeated for credit. Permission of Chairperson required. (Offered upon request) 1-3 credits

Also reviwed:

CIS 491 CIS CAPSTONE SEMINAR

Students will organize and operate as IS teams to complete the design and implementation of a significant information system. Project management of the IS function and systems integration will be components of the project experience. Prerequisite: All other required CIS courses; senior status. (Offered Spring) Lab Fee-$50.00 3 credits

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