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Accounting and Tax Software, 2002.
A study of the various accounting and tax software programs available on the market with reviews of their functions.
1,500 words (approx. 6.0 pages), 4 sources, MLA, £ 34.95
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A paper on accounting and tax software. The author examines the various programs available and states the functions available with each of them. He notes that although the accounting functions are good what really make these products exciting are the business management tools for creating customized reports and financial statements.
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"Peachtree Complete offers all the standard accounting functions. It also includes a powerful job-costing function that lets you analyze job costs and track current job estimates. In addition, Peachtree offers tracking capabilities to keep tabs on back orders and partial shipments. This program can also alert you when inventory gets low or you're going over budget. The Administration section lets you manage tasks such as creating job descriptions and tracking sales reps and handling contact management. Peachtree has numerous easy-to-modify reports that let you analyze data and includes a form designer so you can create your own forms (Cavanah 1997)."
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Tax Preparation Software Journal Article, 2005.
Reviews an article about tax preparation software.
920 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 1 source, APA, £ 21.95
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The article being reviewed in this paper appeared in Volume XIII (Fall, 1998) of the Journal of Accounting and Computers published by South Western College Publishing. The title was "Accounting Student Acceptance of Tax Preparation Software", and it was authored by Thomas W. Dillon, Michael Garner, Jean-Pierre Kuilboer, and Joseph D. Quinn. It tests to the usefulness of the Technology Assistance Model in identifying which users will have difficulty in mastering new software.
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Accounting for Income Taxes, 2005.
Discussion of the Exposure Draft (ED) released on July 14, 2005 by the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB).
4,358 words (approx. 17.4 pages), 11 sources, APA, £ 79.95
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The Financial Accounting Standards Board released an Exposure Draft on July 14, 2005, entitled "Accounting for Uncertain Tax Positions, An Interpretation of FASB 109, Accounting for Income Taxes". This draft was released for comment before its implementation as part of the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles for entities to use in preparation of their financial reports. This paper shows that the purpose of the Exposure Draft is to resolve widespread diversity in accounting for income taxes by requiring firms to recognize in their financial statements the best estimate of the impact of a tax position. The paper shows that the ED also contains guidance for measuring the benefit that is recognized for an uncertain tax position and when that position should no longer be recognized. The paper examines comments by critics who feel that the Exposure Draft is complex, may be difficult to implement and could result in significant overstatements of firms' tax liabilities.
Paper Outline:
Abstract
Introduction
Background
Financial Reporting vs. Tax Reporting
Purpose of FASB 109, Accounting for Income Taxes
Findings
Purpose of the FASB's Exposure Draft
Discussion
Conclusion
References
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"The temporary differences between the U.S. income tax rules and the GAAP requirements for financial reporting result in some income tax expense being recorded long before it is paid creating a deferred income tax liability (Horngren, et al., p. 340). These temporary or timing differences arise because some revenue and expense items are recognized at different times for tax purposes than for financial reporting purposes. Timing differences may accumulate over more than one year and create variations between the tax basis of an asset or liability and its reported amount in financial statements. These temporary variances usually become taxable or deductible when the related asset is recovered or the related liability is settled. A deferred tax liability or asset represents the increase or decrease in taxes payable or refundable in future years as a result of temporary differences and carry forwards at the end of the current year (FASB, 1992)."
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Free Software and Open Source Software, 2006.
This paper discusses the differences between the terms 'free Software' and 'open source software'.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 3 sources, £ 18.95
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This paper discusses free software and open source software, noting that free software actually refers to software providing specific kinds of freedom to users, while "open source software" means that the user is made privy to the code so he or she can change the software as well as use it. The writer maintains that much of the argument dates to 1984 and the publication of the "Gnu Manifesto," written by Richard Stallman.
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"Software developers differ on the relative value of the terms "free software" or "open source software." The terms are not completely identical. Free software could be any software for which no charge is made, though it actually refers to software providing specific kinds of freedom to users, while "open source software" means that the user is made privy to the code so he or she can change the software as well as use it. By either name, the associated vision of software and users challenges the usual idea of copyright and intellectual property."
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Federal Income Tax Receipts and Overall Tax Rate, 2008.
An analysis of the significant relationships among the individual income tax rates and the federal income tax receipts.
2,533 words (approx. 10.1 pages), 5 sources, MLA, £ 52.95
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This paper investigates whether and how the federal income tax receipts change given the overall tax rate for individual income taxes. The paper also investigates whether the tax receipts exhibit a diminishing return as marginal tax rates increase. The paper concludes that there exists a meaningful relationship between the marginal income tax rate and the marginal income tax receipts.
Outline
Introduction
Model
Model Results
Initial Model
Alternative Model
Alternate Model End Notes
Initial and Alternative Model Results
Data Mining
Data Mining Results
Conclusion
Appendix A: Figures
Appendix B: Data Sources
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"Now, disregarding all the statistical minutia that may or may not be relevant the author will make the following observations regarding the alternate model. This model is depicting the predictive power of the variance of the marginal individual income tax rates among all five income quintiles to the income tax receipts at the federal level. It is apparent from the model that nearly a quarter of the variation in the marginal tax receipts can be predicted through the marginal tax rate, ceteris paribus."
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Flat Tax & Tax Reform Act Of 1986, 1996.
Compares specifics, effects, benefits of 1995 Congressional flat tax proposals & 1986 tax format.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 6 sources, £ 32.95
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"This research compares, contrasts and critiques the U.S. Congress 1995 flat tax proposals with the 1986 tax format. The research also discusses the benefits and disadvantages of each for taxpayers. The Armey-Shelby flat tax, the most well known of the flat tax proposals, is based on the supply-side economics of former Housing and Urban Development Secretary Jack F. Kemp, who co-authored the Reagan tax cuts in 1981. Most of the flat tax proposals are similar in nature. All make major changes to the current tax code, which is based on the Tax Reform Act of 1986. The flat tax propositions are the first major proposed revisions of the Tax Code since that act.
The Tax Reform Act of 1986 was the first significant revision of the tax code since World War II, when the tax code was converted into a broad-based tax (Snow, 1992, p. 139). It..."
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Flat Tax and Sales Tax, 1999.
Examines pros and cons of the fairness and effectiveness of two consumption-based reforms to correct deficiences and injustices in the tax system.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 17 sources, £ 54.95
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"This research paper examines the potential advantages and disadvantages from a public policy standpoint of various types of consumption-based taxes which have been proposed to remedy the deficiencies of the current federal tax system. A flat tax, rigorously applied, would be far superior to the present system because it would be simpler, fairer, a more efficient way of collecting public revenues and consistent with optimizing economic growth. However, it would benefit disproportionately higher income individual taxpayers, certain property owners and business generally and impose crushing burdens on lower income and many middle income taxpayers who depend on personal services income for maintaining their way of life and who consume most of..."
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Open Source Software, 2002.
Examines what factors contribute to governments choosing open source software or proprietary software.
3,388 words (approx. 13.6 pages), 23 sources, MLA, £ 66.95
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Open source software has recently emerged as the front runner for many industries as the primary method of code production, as it is widely predicted to provide more options for its users in a quicker, quality improved and cost effective format than the more traditional proprietary software. Linux, the dominant player in the market, is a considerable threat to the Microsoft operating system, which has successfully established itself in the global market. Beyond its commercial potential, open source software possesses a potential goldmine in the government sector. However, questions regarding security and privacy continue to plague government officials in their pursuits of this option. This paper provides an overview of open source software as well as proprietary software and their primary components. It provides an evaluation of government options in relation to the products available on the market and discusses the social construction of open source software versus the technological determinism of proprietary software. The paper includes colored graphs.
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"The Linux operating system is the chief product that many new open source customers consider as their primary choice. Many IT experts find that Linux is more powerful when enthusiasm is brought into the picture (Zetlin 38). Therefore, learning the ins and outs of the system can take some time and may require some work beyond normal business hours. For this reason, training in Linux and other similar open source offerings should be a primary concern for IT professionals in order to improve its potential and to reduce the possibility of security flaws."
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Software Testing In The Product Life Cycle, 2007.
A research analysis of the place of software testing in the development and life-cycle of a software product.
4,289 words (approx. 17.2 pages), 12 sources, MLA, £ 78.95
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This paper aims to provide an overview of software testing throughout the development and life-cycle of a software product. It focuses on the need for testing and how testing fits into the software development life-cycle. The paper presents a research component that analyzes how to formulate a software testing strategy prior to deploying and releasing a software product.
Table of Contents:
Definitions and Terms in the Research
Objective
Introduction
Software Testing Overview
Purpose of Software Testing Categories
Life-cycle Phase Testing Categories
Software Testing Tools
Test Automation Overview
Product Life Cycle Test Automation
Product Life Cycle
Application Test Tools
Classic Testing Mistakes
Developing a Team of Testers is Key in Software Development and Testing
Summary and Conclusion
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"The introduction of technology and features being developed in the rapid action which this occurs and to, at the same time, make improvement to the quality of the product and as well to respond to the issues of customers in product development is quite an initiative to undertake. Driving development and quality assurance of software are the technology market which is characterized by an extremely fast past and the revisions are released just as quickly. While quality is considered to be important in the high-tech marketplace new and robust features are considered even more important. (Ben-Yaacov and Gazlay, 2001) Four key measurements of the software product quality have been identified to be the technology, features, freedom from bugs and responsive support. (Ben-Yaacov and Gazlay, 2001)"
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Public versus Private Accounting, 2006.
A discussion on public vs private accounting as a career choice and the different type of work that may be encountered in each place.
895 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 5 sources, MLA, £ 21.95
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This paper discusses factors that need to be taken into account when deciding between public and private accounting as a career choice. It looks into the five areas of work that an accountant will be involved in, namely auditing, budget analysis, financial, management accounting and taxes. It then goes on to describe some of the differences between working in a private or a public accounting job.
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"The path of an accountant in a private firm is a bit different. Most new accountants starting in private firms work in the controller's office. Similar to public accountants, new accountants working in private firms will start off assisting senior employees with tasks while they work on developing skills, experience and professional certification. Subsequently, veteran accountants in private firms tend to do work analyzing the financial status of the company for which they are working. This type of work can include budget analysis and asset and cost management ("Occupational Outlook")."
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The Use of Open Source Software, 2006.
A research paper on the legal implications for European Union governments concerning the use of open source software in government and public service.
11,532 words (approx. 46.1 pages), 15 sources, APA, £ 156.95
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This research paper focuses on European Union (EU) government policy relating to market economies of open source software. The paper discusses the official position and current EU policies regarding open source software, examines a legal case study concerning open source software vs. proprietary software and looks at Brazil's policy regarding this subject. Additionally, the paper looks into EU intellectual property law and a new proposed software patent directive and how each will affect open source legality in the EU.
Table of Contents
Current EU Software Policy: Any Directives,
Regulations, White-papers and Official Documents
Detailing the Current Official Position of the European
Union on Software
Free and Open Source Software versus Proprietary
Software Legal Case Study -
How will E.U. Governments be Affected if They Follow
the Brazilian Example, and its Effect on E.U.
Intellectual Property Policy?
How will E.U. Intellectual Property Law and New
Proposed Software Patent Directive Affect Open
Source Legality in the EU?
Legal Cases that Set Precedents for Intellectual
Property Concern in Open Source Software Use
Conclusion and Summary
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"The "Television without Frontiers Directive" focuses on the creation of necessary conditions to allowing television broadcasts free movement all across the EU region. Secondly "Communication" of 2004 clarifies the method by the Directive is applied in relation to the interactive techniques of advertising that are yet new." (Information Society and Media, 2005) Other issues are yet under review and are stated to have the capacity to result in amendments of the TVWF Directive or the new directives proposal by 2005 years end. Other EU policy framework is inclusive of regulations that "promote competition between infrastructure providers and service providers while ensuring access for user of networks and citizen's rights; measures on copyright and digital rights management; access to and use of public information, as specified under the Public Sector Information Directive; and eInclusion, ensuring that all Europeans can access the new generation of digital content and services." (Information Society and Media, 2005)"
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Software Testing and Design, 2000.
An examination of the interdependent process of designing new software and testing it for errors and debugging, focusing on procedural software and object-oriented software.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 4 sources, £ 43.95
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"Before discussing the comparative testing requirements of traditional, procedural software and object-oriented software, it is necessary to ask a basic question: what does it mean to test software? The answer given by one authority is simple and straightforward. According to Glenford Myers, "testing is the process of executing a program with the intent of finding errors" (Williams, 1995, p. 252). Errors are inevitable; has anyone ever written "Hello, world" in a new language for the first time and had it run on the first attempt?
Moreover, the most serious errors are not those that cause the program to fail to compile, or even runtime errors that produce obvious nonsense output. A tricker class of errors -- and particularly difficult for the designers to find -- are those that result from unintended "error" inputs. The designers, who know..."
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Educational Software Evaluation, 2008.
This paper provides an evaluation of different educational software, concentrating on language-learning software.
1,136 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 2 sources, MLA, £ 27.95
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In this article, the writer reviews and presents several language-learning software programs. In reviewing 10 software packages, the author chooses three which seem to be the best in their category. The writer focuses attention on the following programs: Speak2Easy Language Learning Expert 3.07, French Verb Games 1, and Human Japanese. Specifically, the paper discusses the different types of language learning criteria, and compares the software packages to the criteria which the author feels are the most important.
Outline:
Language-learning software
Types of Language Software
Criteria for Selection
What they were all missing
Comparative table
Speak2Easy Language Learning Expert 3.07
French Verb Games 1
Human Japanese
Russian Language Learning 1.0.1
Mandarin Learning Assistant
Learn French Vocabulary 1.6
Flash Cards for Learning 1
Choice 1.4
Learning Spanish Like Crazy
Learn Chinese 2007 5.1
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"The primary question is: how close does the language software come in achieving its stated goal? The language software must be engaging, give feedback, and be fun for the student to use. The old-fashioned, non-computer methods of rote memorization weren't effective because the student became bored quickly. Retention is helped by games, visual clues, and socialization.
"The primary selection criteria for these software packages were therefore user involvement: how many senses were involved in the use of this software? How much fun can a student have with it? Can the student get feedback from his/her own voice? Are the methods progressive, with a sense of advancement? Can it be tied to social interaction, such as working with fellow students? To this end, the author used the criteria selected by the National Foreign Language Resource Center."
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Software Requirements Engineering, 2002.
A look at the software requirements engineering process part of the analysis phase of the software development life cycle.
1,200 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 3 sources, MLA, £ 28.95
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This paper discusses how today software requirements analysis has become an indispensable part of software development. It examines how the system development life cycle incorporates the complete analysis, design and maintenance of any software project wherein each phase of the project is meticulously planned and based on the previous phase. It considers the requirements engineering process in a little detail.
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Introduction
The Software Requirements Specification
Languages for Requirements Specification (Automated Tools)
PSL/PSA
RSL/REVS
Structured Analysis and Design Technique
Effect of Bad Requirements Analysis
Conclusion
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"The software requirements specification is a comprehensive document, which presents all the different aspects involved in the software development. This includes the product overview, data flow, functional requirements, performance requirements, methods to handle exceptions, provisions for modification etc. It is desirable that the software specification or requirements report should be correct, complete, consistent, clear, functional, verifiable, traceable and easily changeable. If the requirements are badly stated or incomplete we might end up developing software that satisfies the requirements but still way behind the user expectations."
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