Week 4- Week 4- System Unit & Computer Forensics

This week in class we learned/talked about the components of a computer.  I would have never guessed how complicated and intricate the computer system is.  There are a lot of little but equally important parts that all fit together perfectly to run the system.  The power the computer posesses allows it to perform a variety of complicated procedures.  These advancements are a huge benifit to human life because they allow us to carryout everyday tasks quickly and efficiently.  In my entrepreneural project I would have to use similar technology that is advanced like the computer.  To convert an engine from gas to electric would be a very complicated process.  If I was able to obtain and use similar technology like the computer, I think it would help develop this idea proficiently.

Another topic we talked about this week was on identity theft.  Identity theft is an intimidating crisis that is continuing to affect many university students all around the country.  The majority of people who encounter identity theft are students around 18-29 years old.  This age range is understandable because students are not as invovled or aware of their financial activities and are easy targets for identity theft.  When creating an entrepreneural idea one needs to be aware, once again, of what information is released to the public.  When it comes to giving out information about this idea like promoting its sales, it is critical to make sure that the information released can not be used against me.  Identity theft is no joke and needs to be taken seriously.

This weeks topics were very significant components of creating an entrepreneural idea.  Technologically advances are key components on creating a successful business.  In order to advance your buisness one needs to be aware of all the outcomes that are possible.  By learning about identity theft it shows one the percautions they should take to protect themselves.  Also by learning about the advancements made in the components of the system unit these will help make anyone a savy business person.

Week 3-Privacy and Spreadsheet Essentials

When coming up with a new idea or invention there are guidelines that one must follow in order to be successful.  In class this week we learned about the importance of privacy.  Once something is put online it is there for good.  It is very difficult to remove or conceal information once it gets out.  This is very important to keep in mind when coming up with a new unique idea.  Whenever something is put online one must be very careful the way they say things, and keep in mind that it can be viewed by a vast group of people.  People may comment on your ideas and have different opinions, but one has to be careful not to reveal too much information on the internet.  If someone was interested in the invention or idea, they should find a way to privately talk to you about it so that it's not open to everyone on the internet.

Another topic we covered this week in class was on spreadsheets specifically on Excel.  We were able to discuss and uncover the many benifits of using a program such as Excel.  Excel is a very useful tool for a large amount of tasks such as creating graphs, comparing information, managing finances, collecting data, organizing information, and even performing calculations.  All of these tasks are very helpful when managing a business or starting up one.  Excel would help one to keep track of all the work and help complete it quickly and efficiently.

Both of these topics I can use to promote and organize my entrepreneural idea.  When using the internet it is very important not to reveal to much to the public.  By keeping information private and specifically contacting those who are involved or need to know specific information, it will protect the company's identity and restrict unneeded information from getting through.  Also using Excel would help to keep information on the product organized and proficient.  Both of these topics this week would help increase ones productivity as an entrepreneur.
 

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       As time goes by we realize what the future looks like if we continue to rely on the oil industry to keep us mobile. New ideas of electric, solar, and even water powered vehicles have been introduced to society and have been scrutinized for different pros and cons of their production.  We see that change must be made because the amount of oil is diminishing as we speak, but how should we change?  We know that these hybrid cars are better for the environment and are more efficient when it comes to filling the gas tank, but what about price of purchasing one.  The price to purchase one of these efficient green cars is substantially more than the ordinary gas guzzler. This is where my idea of a converter comes into play.  Why not invent something that will connect the two.  Instead of having to buy a brand new car why not convert the car you already have into a hybrid.
     In our computer lectures we learned about green computing which involves reducing the electricity consumed and environmental waste generated when using a computer. But this is not limited to only computers.  Society today puts a large emphasis on being "green" to conserve the resources that we are quickly running out of.  Being green isn't always the easiest idea for everyone sometimes it costs more and takes more time, time and money many Americans just don't have.  Creating a conversion system that would take an ordinary car and changing it into one that is more efficient and better for the environment would be a solution that would satisfy many issues we have today.  People would not have to go and spend tons of money on a brand new car just to get rid of one that was still decent, and they would also be contributing to a better future by eliminating the harmful chemicals emitted from gas powered vehicles.
       We also talked about social media and networking in computer class.  Social networks are ways for people to interact, advertise, recruit, and even discuss current topics.  Using social networking would be a great way to find out if this innovation was a success or a failure.  It would also allow people to get an idea of how this might work and they could decide whether or not they would even consider getting one.  Social media allow businesses to market goods and get feedback for how their goods and services are doing.  This would be a great opportunity to market this idea and see how people would react to it.