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University Policies On The Dangers Of Spyware Apps, Julia L. Boyle
University Policies On The Dangers Of Spyware Apps, Julia L. Boyle
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Despite the comprehensive nature of many universities’ cyberstalking policies, the rapid rate of technological growth has created legal loopholes. The growing popularity of unregulated spyware apps--typically marketed towards employers and parents, has fallen into the hands of abusers, creating an innovative outlet to easily stalk victims. Domestic violence shelters are increasingly receiving young victims who have been stalked by spyware apps. Thus, by analyzing the cyberstalking policies of three top universities, this study will seek to discover the effectiveness of fighting against those perpetuating violence through spyware apps. Finally, in comparison with the three schools, Northern Illinois University’s policy will …
A Change In Policy: The Impact Of The 1983 Beirut Bombing On United States Foreign Counter-Terrorism Policy, Zachary Thorne
A Change In Policy: The Impact Of The 1983 Beirut Bombing On United States Foreign Counter-Terrorism Policy, Zachary Thorne
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This paper examines the 1983 Beirut barracks bombing and its impact on United States foreign counter-terrorism policy. This research was conducted first by establishing a baseline as to what was U.S. counter-terrorism policy from the years of 1976-1981, and then looking into what changes occurred following immediately after the 1983 bombing. What was found was that there was a recommendation for a change of policy towards a more proactive approach to counter-terrorism. Then through looking at how the idea of a proactive policy shaped the new laws and bills, and reactions to terrorist incidents during the Reagan administration. This showed …
Policy Deployment : Information Dissemination And Employee Motivation In The 1990s, Jennifer L. Floyd
Policy Deployment : Information Dissemination And Employee Motivation In The 1990s, Jennifer L. Floyd
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This paper will discuss policy deployment and its implications for a company's successful pursuit of its vision. The main goal is to support my contention that information dissemination and employee motivation are key to achieving a company vision. The literature will be discussed by the means of relaying common, basic tenets (advice). Two diverse companies, Motorola and Berlin Packaging, were studied, with personal interviews being the major information-gathering technique. These companies will be compared and evaluated based on six focus areas that became apparent after examining the results of the interviews and the policy deployment principles upon which they were …