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Discussion QuestionWeek 2 DQ 1http://www.pcgamingarticles.com/Article/Five-Things-To-Do-With-Old-Computer-

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What are important considerations for an organization to make when

disposing of old computer equipment?Important considerations for an organization to make when disposing of oldcomputer equipment is first check to see if it is working or not. If the computer isworking check to make sure all the confidential information has been removedfrom the computer.As with most electrical items computers have become totally disposable when itcomes to buying a new model. If one breaks down it is often cheaper to buy acomplete new set-up rather than have your equipment repaired. Or, if you simplyneed a go-faster, bigger-memory machine in some cases it may also be cheaperto buy new, than upgrade.

What methods would work best for the organization in which you areworking or have worked?Giving the computer equipment to charity or high school or elementary school ifthe computer can be still used is the method my organization uses.

ExplainIf the computer is still good we give it charity of high school or an elementary whoneeds it. Charity and high school and elementary school sometimes only needcomputer for basic needs.

Discussion QuestionWeek 2 DQ 2

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What are some of the advantages and disadvantages of using anApplication Service Provider (ASP)?Accordingto chapter 2, the biggest advantage of employing an ASP is that itfrees in-house corporate resources from staffing and managing complex

computing projects so that they can focus on more important things. ASP canalso simplify a complex corporate software package for users so that it is easierto set up and manage. ASPs also provide contract customization of off-the-shelfsoftware, assist in speeding deployment of new applications, and help ISmanagers avoid implementation headaches, reducing the need for skilled IS staffmembers and reducing project start-up expenses.

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Some disadvantage of using an Application Service Provider (ASP) is that clientmust generally accept the application as provided since ASPs can only afford acustomized solution for the largest clients; the client may rely on the provider toprovide a critical business function, thus limiting their control of that function andinstead relying on the provider; changes in the ASP market may result in

changes in the type or level of service available to clients; integration with theclient's non-ASP systems may be problematic.

What precautions might a company take to minimize the risk ofusing an ASP?Using an ASP is not without riskssensitive information could be compromisedin a number of ways, including unauthorized access by employees or computerhackers, the ASP being unable to keep its computers and network up andrunning as consistently as is needed, or a disaster disabling the ASPs datacenter, temporarily putting an organization out of business. These are legitimateconcerns that the ASP must address.

Has your company considered using an ASP or does yourcompany now use an ASP?I havent been in my company longer enough to know if they have considered oris using ASP. The next time I see out IT staff, I think I will ask.