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US National Security Documents, 2005.
Comparison of two documents: The United States Commission on National Security for the 21st Century and The Bush Administration's First National Security Strategy (NSS).
3,200 words (approx. 12.8 pages), 3 sources, APA, £ 63.95
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Countries have become unsure of their security and about their relationships with the countries that surround them. Since September 11th, a large number of scholars, scientists and political thinkers have started to analyze and provide their own theories on the U.S. and Iraqi war and state relations. One of these groups of political thinkers is the U.S. Commission on National Security of the 21st Century. This Commission discusses and analyzes the problems in the world, specifically concerning the United States and the concerns of the changing world. The Commission has strove to provide critical theories and interpretations of what the United States should do in response to the changing world security environment. This essay addresses the Commission's response, as well as the response provided by President George W. Bush's administration of national security strategy by comparing both documents and noting the merits and criticisms of them. A final wrap-up summary is also provided.
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"The three primary concerns of the introduction are: defence against enemies, cooperation with other nations in curtailing others from gaining dangerous technologies, and lastly, the encouragement of democracy and economic openness in all nations. It concludes by insisting that other nations should respond to terrorism and threats in the same offensive manner as the United States, calling for collective responsibility and "accountability." On the other hand, the CNS's introduction for Phase I suggests the same problems are facing the United States and the world, and calls for a similar approach as the NSS, emphasising "economic growth, regional integration, and global political cooperation." A key line for distinguishing the languages in each document is the CNS's suggestion that "active American engagement cannot prevent all problems," while the NSS is much more optimistic with regard to that idea."
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The National Security Strategy, 2007.
A critical analysis of the 2006 National Security Strategy of the United States.
1,506 words (approx. 6.0 pages), 11 sources, MLA, £ 34.95
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The paper looks at the 2006 National Security Strategy (NSS) of the United States and reveals that it brought in mixed reviews. The paper explains that if one is supportive of the Bush Administration, then the NSS is a clear and concise document that conveys concrete and doable actions to promote strategic security, not only in the United States but globally as well. On the other side of the coin, the paper shows how a critic of the Bush Administration may see the NSS as full of rhetoric but lacking in substance. The paper relates that there may even be insinuations that the 2006 NSS is a total rehash of the 2002 National Security Strategy, since the section breakdowns alone are exactly the same.
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"Despite all the designs in the 2006 NSS, one basic consideration that went amiss is the status of the national budget. The security of a nation cannot be regarded as "truly secure" if there is no money to pay for security! The NSS did not mention how to pay for all the action items and the observation of Bacevich (2006) stands notice, "Although balancing the federal budget once ranked as a core Republican value - remember Ike's promise of "security with solvency"? - the Bush team does not trouble itself with such irksome details. The National Security Strategy is silent on the size of the federal deficit, which last year came in at a whopping $427 billion.""
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Electronic Information Security Documentation, 2006.
This paper discusses the need for security management in IT systems.
1,138 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 3 sources, MLA, £ 27.95
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An overview of the existing security management software programs for computer systems and the risks of operating with a security management system that is not up to standard. This paper also reviews the security management systems that are currently being developed, keeping up with the dynamic pace of the computer world.
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"The new standards as given in the recent security documentation methods provide some guidance, yet these methods do not guide the security officers engaged in the job. When the data is collected in the traditional formats, they may not provide good security, as most of this data will have to be regularly updated. There have been suggestions that a security officer with a database and GUIs may provide better security. This requires an improvement of the information system and the secure items have to be presented in a standard format. There are security officers even now, but they are involved with only security and their job is to check that systems are being implemented correctly. On the other hand, they should try to view the business risk due to security flaws and request for changes in the system from the point of view of better security.
To make this judgment, there is a requirement for assessment of risk and that is a time consuming job. Thus most of the concerned people prefer to work with more simplified models of the system and ask for estimates of risk from IT employees, which are subjective. In a complex system, this is not possible and is dangerous when the defects in information can cause harm to the organization in terms of money. This means that security officers should be ready with convincing documents to support views of their risk if the system fails due to any reason. Thus it is clear that security officers in organizations should be able to understand the importance of proper methods, but no system does that at present."
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Globalization, State Security and Human Security in Asia, 2006.
An analysis of globalization and how it relates to state security.
3,997 words (approx. 16.0 pages), 54 sources, APA, £ 75.95
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This paper explores the relationship between globalization and security using the state and the individual as units of analysis. It argues that globalization has varying consequences on different actors. The paper challenges the assumption that globalization has a direct impact on state security. It shows that global processes challenge state security in an indirect manner but have direct effects on human security.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Globalization And State Security In Asia
Asian Security in a Globalized Context
Responses to State Insecurity
Globalization And Human Security In Asia
From Development Economics to Human Development: A Focus on Peoples' Livelihoods
Poverty Reduction and Inequality in Comparative Perspectives
Water Crisis as a source of Human Insecurity
Conclusions
Appendix
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"Globalization can be seen both as a historical project and as a process that affects social relations of peoples, groups and states.(Bello, 1998) It is conceived as a historical conjuncture of the modernist project (McMichael 1996) that promotes the ideological framework of neoliberalism (Kinvall 2002: 5-6). The principles of free market economics constitute the policy package called the Washington Consensus - trade liberalization, financial deregulation, privatization, and inflation and currency exchange stability policies - which became the cornerstone of structural adjustment policies (SAPs) implemented in many economies. While Latin America and Africa have severely suffered from neoliberal globalization, Asia stands as an exceptional case of successful integration in the global economy (Dittmer 2002). Asia Pacific projected itself to the world as the most dynamic region characterized by growth with equity: rapid and sustained economic growth, equitable distribution of incomes, and dramatic improvements in human welfare (Rigg 2003: Table 1.3: 10; World Bank 1993)."
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Government Security, 1995.
This paper examines the issues concerning government security: Need for, effects on democratic society, classified documents, national security, Cold War, technology, privacy, information access, presidential abuses and encryption.
3,825 words (approx. 15.3 pages), 50 sources, £ 93.95
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"The purpose of this research is to examine the issues concerning government security. The plan of the research will be to set forth the context in which the subject of governmentrelated security measures of various kinds has achieved importance, and then to discuss the variety of views, some of them controversial, surrounding such subsidiary topics as document control and destruction, security predicated of the government's view of one's so-called need to know, legal and ethical issues in regard to mailing and reproduction of documents, and such issues of access control as personnel identification, whether by badges or other means.
There appears to be an inherent tension between the idea of democracy and the idea of government security in the modern period, for the boundaries between what democratic values a ... "
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Business Security, 2007.
This paper discusses whether a single security director should control both traditional security and information technology security.
2,265 words (approx. 9.1 pages), 6 sources, MLA, £ 48.95
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The paper looks at the difference between physical security and digital/logical security. The paper explains the role of the traditional security director and the difficulties of setting up systems that are not tangible compared to setting up perimeter fences or deploying security guards across the facility. The paper examines arguments for and against a single security director. The paper concludes that the executive management is the sole determining group for whether security should be with two people or just one person. The paper is of the opinion that the current trend of having one person trained in both areas makes good business sense and will ensure a total security posture.
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"In the days before the ubiquity of the computers and the Internet, security was confined to physical, personnel, communications and operations of a business enterprise or an infrastructure. The security director is the overall in charge of ensuring that barriers, locks and other mechanical devices are properly used to control access to the facility. Personnel are briefed and lectured on protecting themselves within the corporate premises and when they are out of the office. They are warned about corporate espionage, criminal elements and other nefarious individuals or organizations that can do harm to their persons or the company."
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Information Security, 2007.
A development of a security assessment model for information security.
7,461 words (approx. 29.8 pages), 16 sources, MLA, £ 113.95
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This paper describes and analyzes the problems and risks with information security in the modern world. It then attempts to develop and test a five-dimensional information security assessment model. The security assessment models aims to include administrative security controls, employee security controls, physical security controls, logical security controls and data communication security controls.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Problem Statement
Significance of the Study
Background of the Study
Literature Review
Methodology
Research Objectives
Research Method
Research Design
Sampling Unit
Sampling Frame
Method of Selecting the Sample Elements
Scale Development
Data Analysis
Our Information Security Model
Questionnaires
Reliability and Validity of the Results
Advantages
Delimitations
Ethical Issues
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"Since encryption is so widely used, there are numerous advancements made in its genre, and the latest enhancement was the central government's key escrow encryption proposal. This is more commonly called the Clipper Chip and the Capstone chip. The Clipper Chip, as the name suggests comes in the size and form of a chip and holds the private key encryption algorithm. The Capstone chip, also in the form of the chip, holds the public key encryption algorithm. Both the encryption algorithms used in these chips when sold off have to be recorded in two different government or government-supported companies. This way the government has the inside access to these algorithms in case they need to use them for implementation of the regulations or public security functions (McNab 2004)."
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Security Costs For Airlines Post 9/11, 2002.
An analysis of the effects of extra security expenditure and security measures on airlines.
2,055 words (approx. 8.2 pages), 4 sources, MLA, £ 44.95
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This paper discusses the rising cost of security and how it is hurting airline business in the United States. The writer describes how the price tag attached with extra security measures is bringing down major airlines that were already facing a dearth of business passengers and rapid cuts in the number of flights after September 11.
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"United States government is not only anticipating more terrorist attacks in future, it is also asking its people to pay a huge price for this fear. While the government rightly wants to beef up security in order to protect its people from terrorist activities in future, the people are unfortunately being made to pay for these governmental plans. The price tag attached with extra security measures is bringing down major airlines that were already facing a dearth of business passengers and rapid cuts in number of flights after September 11. It is important to understand that airlines industry along with the rest of travel industry has suffered immensely after September 11 but the reason why it has failed to make a decent recovery is because government is consistently levying security surcharges, which most United States airlines cannot afford. "
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The Social Security System, 2005.
This paper discusses the elderly social security portion of the Social Security System (SSA) in the United States from 1985 to present.
4,435 words (approx. 17.7 pages), 13 sources, APA, £ 80.95
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This paper demonstrates that the various programs administered by the Social Security Administration have played a vital role in helping the nation's economic well-being since their inception in 1935. The author points out that the fiscal problems being experienced by the Social Security Administration have become more serious because of a growing demand for benefits by a substantially larger proportion of Social Security recipients, who have paid taxes for this compensation, compared to the proportion of the economically active population. The paper stresses that these trends will be exacerbated as the existing "baby boomer" segment of the population begins retiring in the next few years. Many illustrations and tables.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Review and Discussion
Background and Overview
Characteristics of Social Security Recipients - 1985 - Present (and Beyond)
Number of Recipients Who Receive Social Security as Their Primary (> 90 percent) Means of Income - 1985 to Present (and Beyond)
Distinct Characteristics of Recipients Who Receive Social Security as Primary Source of Income - 1985 - Present
Importance of Demographic Factors in Shaping Social Security Program Administration
Conclusion
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"In 1934, President Franklin D. Roosevelt appointed a committee to provide recommendations on an old-age pension systems and in 1935, Congress passed the Social Security Act that provided old-age benefits to be financed by a payroll tax on employers and employees (employees of railroads were already covered separately under the Railroad Retirement Act of 1934). Since that time, the Social Security Act has been periodically amended, expanding the types of coverage, bringing increasing numbers of workers into the system, and adjusting both taxes and benefits in an attempt to maintain pace with inflation rates. Today, Social Security policy directly affects more than 96 percent of the U.S. work force and their employers every pay period and more than twice as many workers are covered by Social Security as the number of individuals in the United States who own shares in mutual funds."
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Electronic Commerce Security, 2002.
This paper explores e-commerce security and how e-businesses can be secured.
1,655 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 5 sources, MLA, £ 36.95
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This paper explains that on-line business transactions would have developed faster if security, for both consumers and businesses was better. The author relates that e-commerce security includes fraud, theft, the compromising of credit card numbers, protection against cyber-terrorism, requirement of encryption of confidential and sensitive information, user authentication and access control to ensure data confidentiality, and the building of firewalls. The paper states that the essential requirements for carrying out secure online commerce involve the need for the following: Server security, message privacy, message integrity, authentication, authorization, audit mechanisms and payment and settlements.
Table of Contents
Background
What is E-Commerce Security?
Requirements for E-Commerce Security
Server Security
Message Privacy
Message Integrity
Authentication
Authorization
Audit Mechanisms
Payment and Settlements
The Security of B2B Partners
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"The areas in which e-commerce has the potential to grow most in future include the small businesses. According to an October 2002 report from the Small Business Administration, seventy percent of America?s small businesses (defined as those with less than 250 employees) do not have a Web presence. It is obvious that the use of the Internet promotes the growth of e-commerce. In the past, the U.S. led the way in Internet adoption. Present trends indicate that Internet use is now expanding internationally. Countries in Latin America and Asia are angling to compete for business internationally. Hence, future growth in e-commerce would not be confined to the US. American companies can increase the integration of their supply chains to benefit from the international increase of Internet use."
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Computer Security, 1999.
Definition of this concept and a look at motives for violation. Examines types of software threats, firewalls & other security safeguards, security professionals and what the future holds.
3,375 words (approx. 13.5 pages), 16 sources, £ 82.95
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"Introduction
From personal computers in the home used to track checking accounts and keep household inventories in databases to large supercomputers that control space missions and run the world's largest companies, computers have become commonplace. The number of individuals who have access to the information on those computers has increased as the communications industry has undergone a revolution in recent years, and uncontrolled access to information presents a very real threat in most business and some government information. Because of the highly significant role that computers play in modern life, there is a need to keep information on machines secure from tampering, from unauthorized dissemination, and from unauthorized removal. This research examines various threats facing society from inadequate computer security, and the prospect.."
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Computer Security, 2008.
A case study analysis of a security breach at Commerce Bank and the steps they took to assess and manage the problem.
4,107 words (approx. 16.4 pages), 10 sources, APA, £ 76.95
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This paper discusses computer security and its importance for organizations. The paper presents an information security strategic plan or "defense plan" as an overview of what needs to be done for any organization dependent on information technology as a business driver. The paper presents a case study of Commerce Bank and how they handled a breach in security.
Table of Contents:
The Hacking that was Thwarted
Managing the Risk
Defending the Network and the System
Information Security Policies
Assessment of Publicly Accessible Resources and Network Probing
Iinternal Security Assessment
Tools for Ongoing Defense
Third-party Audit and Assessment
Physical Security Assessment
Security Logs Analysis
Information Security Training and Awareness
IT Governance as Part of Executive Managment Responsibilities
Conclusion
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"Commerce Bank is indeed lucky because as a result of good corporate governance and an information security methodology in place, no great harm was done. By immediately informing customers of what went on, the level of awareness was promoted thereby any attempt by the hackers to use the data for other nefarious activities will not be fruitful because those are already flagged by the law enforcement agencies especially the FBI. Information security was proven in this case to be a matter not only for the affected organization but community and society as well. From beginning to the end, clear lines of reporting and controls were defined that mitigated the risk at its onset. The information security strategic plan or simply "defense plan" presented in this paper is an overview of what needs to be done not only for the bank but any organization dependent on information technology as a business driver."
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Private Security Firms, 2007.
This paper explores the role of private security firms in improving national security.
999 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 1 source, MLA, £ 24.95
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The paper looks at Charles Connolly's "The Role of Private Security in Combating Terrorism," where he reveals that local law enforcement agencies are not necessarily up to the task of protecting the average citizen. The paper discusses his solution of employing the services of private security contractors to supplement the effectiveness of current government-based security forces. The paper notes the criticisms against this proposal, examines Connoly's arguments and concludes that partnerships with private firms may well be the best path to improve national security.
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"In the United States, there has been a heightened sense of awareness of the potential for terrorism-induced danger since September 11, 2001. The attacks leveled against the United States on that day brought into focus some inadequacies in the state of security response and intelligence in the United States. It has prompted a number of initiatives of questionable Constitutional merit such as warrant-less wiretaps on American citizens and prisoners held in violation of the Geneva Convention. The desire to be safe has, in many cases, overridden common sense and has actually eroded the strength of the freedoms that were being protected."
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