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Provide (2) 200 words response with a minimum of 1 APA references for RESPONSES 1 AND 2 below. Response provided should further discuss the subject or provide more insight. To further understand the response, below is the discussion post that’s discusses the responses. 100% original work and not plagiarized. Must meet deadline.

RESPONSE 1:

What are modules in Python?

How can you secure Python modules?

Python is an open source scripting tool that has a significant amount of uses. You can look at modules as being packaged statements and definitions wrapped in one file (“6. Modules — Python 3.8.0 documentation,” 2019). Determining what kind of use you are looking for in python you can use a module to help with these statements and definitions. The use of modules also include private symbol table. A private symbol table is used by the module as the global symbol table file (“6. Modules — Python 3.8.0 documentation,” 2019). The benefit is the author of the module can use global tables and not crash with a user’s global variables file (“6. Modules — Python 3.8.0 documentation,” 2019). A module can also import additional modules, these are usually put in the beginning of the script or module. Once imported it adds those symbols to the global symbol table as well file (“6. Modules — Python 3.8.0 documentation,” 2019).

Securing python should be done as soon as the program is resourced for use. Starting with checking the hash value from the reputable source and ensure it is updated to the latest version. Using the secrete module in Python to generate random numbers, passwords, one-time passwords, and random tokens is also a good idea (“Python Secrets Module to Generate secure random numbers Guide,” 2019). Identify the necessary imports and scan them before importing. Using a sandbox environment on new modules, the closed environment will help identify malicious modules that passed the scanning portion (”Python Security Best Practices Cheat Sheet | Snyk,” 2019). Use the same method for packages when identifying what packages to download. The use of least privilege when using python will mitigate any security violation or attack by malicious actors that occur. Using least privilege and identifying the attack quickly will ensure that the minimal damage is done the machine and or network.

Danny,

References

6. Modules — Python 3.8.0 documentation. (2019). Retrieved from Python.org website: https://docs.python.org/3/tutorial/modules.html

Python Secrets Module to Generate secure random numbers [Guide]. (2018, September 15). Retrieved December 1, 2020, from PYnative website: https://pynative.com/python-secrets-module/

Python Security Best Practices Cheat Sheet | Snyk. (2019, February 28). Retrieved from Snyk website: https://snyk.io/blog/python-security-best-practices-cheat-sheet/

RESPONSE 2:

What are modules in Python? How can you secure Python modules?

Modules in Python simply are files consisting of Python code. Modules can have set of functions, variables, classes or even a runnable code. For those reasons, names of modules in Python are names of files.

There are several ways to ensure the safety of Python modules. The first thing, also the easiest one is using the most current version of Python. Using out date Python version, mean you do not receive any more security updates.

Next thing you can do to secure Python modules is using a virtual environment. Virtual environment help preventing conflict in Python modules, making sure there are same modules on both local and production environments.

Next thing on the list is making sure import packages the right way. There are two types of import paths in Python, absolute and relative. Understand the differences between two import paths types and know how and when to use them is important.

Next is double check on coding. Python is one of the most powerful and flexible methods to format strings. Which mean, if you are not careful while using, you could accidentally create a vulnerability in your code. For example, there are strings in Python dealing with user inputs, and if not careful in using those strings, they can be misused to leak sensitive data. 

In order to save time, people have option to install packages through the Pip package. There are so many benefits with this option such as saving time, better application designs and performance, etc. The problem is these packages don’t go through any type of security check, which mean bad guy also can upload malicious packages and waiting for the next victim. Convenience but sometimes there is heavy price to pay, make sure on double check on any packages before install and use them. 

Reference:

Hollander, M. (2020, May 18). Python Security Practices You Should Maintain. Retrieved December 02, 2020, from https://www.securecoding.com/blog/python-security-practices-you-should-maintain/

-Eric

nurs6052 assignment week6

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Assignment: Evidence-Based Project, Part 3: Critical Appraisal of Research

Realtors rely on detailed property appraisals—conducted using appraisal tools—to assign market values to houses and other properties. These values are then presented to buyers and sellers to set prices and initiate offers.

Research appraisal is not that different. The critical appraisal process utilizes formal appraisal tools to assess the results of research to determine value to the context at hand. Evidence-based practitioners often present these findings to make the case for specific courses of action.

In this Assignment, you will use an appraisal tool to conduct a critical appraisal of published research. You will then present the results of your efforts.

To Prepare:

  • Reflect on the four peer-reviewed articles you selected in Module 2 and the four systematic reviews (or other filtered high- level evidence) you selected in Module 3.
  • Reflect on the four peer-reviewed articles you selected in Module 2 and analyzed in Module 3.
  • Review and download the Critical Appraisal Tool Worksheet Template provided in the Resources.

The Assignment (Evidence-Based Project)

Part 3A: Critical Appraisal of Research

Conduct a critical appraisal of the four peer-reviewed articles you selected by completing the Evaluation Table within the Critical Appraisal Tool Worksheet Template. Choose a total of four peer- reviewed articles that you selected related to your clinical topic of interest in Module 2 and Module 3.

Note: You can choose any combination of articles from Modules 2 and 3 for your Critical Appraisal. For example, you may choose two unfiltered research articles from Module 2 and two filtered research articles (systematic reviews) from Module 3 or one article from Module 2 and three articles from Module 3. You can choose any combination of articles from the prior Module Assignments as long as both modules and types of studies are represented.

Part 3B: Critical Appraisal of Research

Based on your appraisal, in a 1-2-page critical appraisal, suggest a best practice that emerges from the research you reviewed. Briefly explain the best practice, justifying your proposal with APA citations of the research.

Describe and explain what you viewed. Answer the following questions in your response:

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Part 1: View and Analysis (3–4 paragraphs)

Describe and explain what you viewed. Answer the following questions in your response:

View the set of picture slide? How does this set of slides relate to your own career?

Were the individuals professional? What made the individuals professional (consider attire, non-verbal communication skills, presentation of self, and identify and describe specific things in the slides that made the individuals professional)?

After reviewing the slides, list and explain specific areas that would be unprofessional on the slides as well as in your field when considering attire, non-verbal communication skills, and presentation of self.

Include any additional thoughts focused on professionalism based on what you viewed on the slides.

Part 2: Personal Reflection and Connection (4 paragraphs)

Describe the appropriate attire for an individual in your profession. Provide specific examples of appropriate attire. Note: you may want to research this by talking to those in your profession or researching appropriate attire for your profession as this may differ from what you viewed in the presentation. In addition, review the Credibility Robbers information from the Unit 2 Learning Activities.

Describe and analyze what makes someone a professional in your field. Use research to support your ideas for this paragraph.

Explain the behavioral attributes you practice that identify you as a professional (review Units 1–3 for information).

What aspects, such as attire, non-verbal communication skills, and presentation of self, do you possess that make you professional? How do these aspects relate specifically to your field?

Assignment Format

Have a brief introductory and concluding paragraph

Be clearly written in Standard English. Be sure to proofread your assignment before posting to ensure you have proper grammar and writing mechanics.

Be unified, original, and insightful

Follow proper APA format for both in-text citations and sources on reference page.

Business intelligence

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Chapter 7 –discussion question #1-4 & Application Case 7.8 on pg. 447 answer the two case questions on page 450 integrating concepts and examples from that case. 

The above assignments should be submitted in one-word document.

Include an APA cover page and a reference page.

Discussion question

1.Explain the relationship among data mining, text mining, and sentiment analysis

2. In your own words, define text mining, and discuss its most popular applications 

3. What does it mean to induce structure into text-based data? Discuss the alternative ways of inducing structure into them.

4.What is the role of NLP in text mining? Discuss the capabilities and limitations of NLP in the context of text mining.

Application Case

If Tito’s Handmade Vodka had to identify a single social media metric that most accurately reflects its mission, it would be engagement. Connecting with vodka lovers in an inclusive, authentic way is something Tito’s takes very seriously, and the brand’s social strategy reflects that vision.

Founded nearly two decades ago, Tito’s credits the advent of social media with playing an integral role in engaging fans and raising brand awareness. In an interview with Entrepreneur, founder Bert “Tito” Beveridge credited social media for enabling Tito’s to compete for shelf space with more established liquor brands. “Social media is a great platform for a word-of-mouth brand, because it’s not just about who has the biggest megaphone,” Beveridge told Entrepreneur.

As Tito’s has matured, the social team has remained true to the brand’s founding values and actively uses Twitter and Instagram to have one-on-one conversations and connect with brand enthusiasts. “We never viewed social media as another way to advertise,” said Katy Gelhausen, Web & social media coordinator. “We’re on social so our customers can talk to us.”

Informing a Seasonal, Integrated Marketing Strategy

Tito’s quarterly cocktail program is a key part of the brand’s integrated marketing strategy. Each quarter, a cocktail recipe is developed and distributed through Tito’s online and offline marketing initiatives.

It is important for Tito’s to ensure that the recipe is aligned with the brand’s focus as well as the larger industry direction. Therefore, Gelhausen uses Sprout’s Brand Keywords to monitor industry trends and cocktail flavor profiles. “Sprout has been a really important tool for social monitoring. The Inbox is a nice way to keep on top of hashtags and see general trends in one stream,” she said.

The information learned is presented to Tito’s in-house mixology team and used to ensure that the same quarterly recipe is communicated to the brand’s sales team and across marketing channels. “Whether you’re drinking Tito’s at a bar, buying it from a liquor store or following us on social media you’re getting the same quarterly cocktail,” said Gelhausen.

The program ensures that, at every consumer touch point, a person receives a consistent brand experience—and that consistency is vital. In fact, according to an Infosys study on the omnichannel shopping experience, 34 percent of consumers attribute cross-channel consistency as a reason they spend more on a brand. Meanwhile, 39 percent cite inconsistency as reason enough to spend less.

At Tito’s, gathering industry insights starts with social monitoring on Twitter and Instagram through Sprout. But the brand’s social strategy does not stop there. Staying true to its roots, Tito’s uses the platform on a daily basis to authentically connect with customers.

Sprout’s Smart Inbox displays Tito’s Twitter and Instagram accounts in a single, cohesive feed. This helps Gelhausen manage inbound messages and quickly identify which require a response.

“Sprout allows us to stay on top of the conversations we’re having with our followers. I love how you can easily interact with content from multiple accounts in one place,” she said.

Spreading the Word on Twitter

Tito’s approach to Twitter is simple: engage in personal, one-on-one conversations with fans. Dialogue is a driving force for the brand, and over the course of four months, 88 percent of Tweets sent were replies to inbound messages.

Using Twitter as an open line of communication between Tito’s and its fans resulted in a 162.2 percent increase in engagement and a 43.5 percent gain in followers. Even more impressively, Tito’s ended the quarter with 538,306 organic impressions—an 81 percent rise. A similar strategy is applied to Instagram, which Tito’s uses to strengthen and foster a relationship with fans by publishing photos and videos of new recipe ideas, brand events, and initiatives.

Capturing the Party on Instagram

On Instagram, Tito’s primarily publishes lifestyle content and encourages followers to incorporate its brand in everyday occasions. Tito’s also uses the platform to promote its cause through marketing efforts and to tell its brand story. The team finds value in Sprout’s Instagram Profiles Report, which helps them identify what media is receiving the most engagement, analyze audience demographics and growth, dive more deeply into publishing patterns, and quantify outbound hashtag performance. “Given Instagram’s new personalized feed, it’s important that we pay attention to what really does resonate,” said Gelhausen.

Using the Instagram Profiles Report, Tito’s has been able to measure the impact of its Instagram marketing strategy and revise its approach accordingly. By utilizing the network as another way to engage with fans, the brand has steadily grown its organic audience. In four months, @TitosVodka saw a 12.6 percent rise in followers and a 37.1 percent increase in engagement. On average, each piece of published content gained 534 interactions, and mentions of the brand’s hashtag, #titoshandmadevodka, grew by 33 percent.

Where to from Here?

Social is an ongoing investment in time and attention. Tito’s will continue the momentum the brand experienced by segmenting each quarter into its own campaign. “We’re always getting smarter with our social strategies and making sure that what we’re posting is relevant and resonates,” said Gelhausen. Using social to connect with fans in a consistent, genuine, and memorable way will remain a cornerstone of the brand’s digital marketing efforts. Using Sprout’s suite of social media management tools, Tito’s will continue to foster a community of loyalists.

Questions:

  1. How can social media analytics be used in the consumer products industry?
  2. What do you think are the key challenges, potential solutions, and probable results in applying social media analytics in consumer products and services firms?

Case Brief: Smith v. Maryland, 442 U.S. 735 (1979).

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When required to complete such an assignment please follow the guidelines below.  Please note that a case brief is not an essay.  Each brief should be 2-4 pages in length.  Answers should be short and concise.  Pay attention to grammar and spelling (it is 30% of the grade).  

How to Brief a Case

FACTS:
Summarize the facts in a simple, direct way.  Remember – this is how this particular matter became a Supreme Court issue.  Describe the defendant’s or plaintiff’s actions and, to the extent possible, his or her intentions.  Describe the injury caused and any excuses or justifications raised.  Was the defendant convicted in the trial court?  Was his or case overturned or affirmed on appeal?  Summarize only the information that’s necessary to understand the case.   

ISSUE:
What legal issue is raised in the case?  [Keep in mind that the U. S. Supreme Court is a court of appeal. They do not decide guilt or innocence – in fact they won’t even consider it.]  What is the question the court must answer?  Put that issue in a question format.  Sometimes the court’s opinion will clearly state the legal issue, but not always!  Because court opinions often address multiple legal issues, be careful to focus on the issue that is relevant to your assignment or the course you are studying.

HOLDING:
Here’s where one may describe why the lower courts decided as they did.  What arguments or reasons did these lower courts rely on deciding the legal issue being brought before the court?  

COURT’S RATIONALE:
How has the U. S. Supreme Court answered this legal issue?  If one is lucky, the court will state in its opinion something to the effect that “We hold…”  But be prepared for the court’s language to be less obvious.  
 

DECISION:
What was the decision of the U. S. Supreme Court in this matter?  Was the lower court’s decision affirmed, reversed, or remanded?  Were there any dissenters?  Why didn’t they agree with the opinion? (The answers will lie in the dissent – if any.)

CURRENT CONSEQUENCE:
Here is where you, the student, can ‘cut loose’.  But be careful; any answer must be supported.  What is your opinion?  Do you see any effect on today’s society?  Why or why not?  When giving an opinion remember to leave emotions out. 

(ROKK BUS322) Biggest Challenges Facing Organizations In The Next 20 Years profile

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1. In this assignment, you will create a PowerPoint presentation outlining what you anticipate will be the biggest challenges facing organizations in the next twenty years. Prepare an eight-slide presentation in which you include: 

2. A title slide.

3. A slide with an introduction to your presentation.

4. A slide listing your chosen five challenges you believe organizations will face in the next 20 years.

5. One slide for each of the five challenges and your explanation for choosing that challenge.

6. A summary slide that addresses key points of your paper.

7. Recorded narration for your presentation, indicating what you would say if you were actually presenting in front of an audience.

8. This course requires the use of Strayer Writing Standards. For assistance and information, please refer to the Strayer Writing Standards link in the left-hand menu of your course. Check with your professor for any additional instructions. The specific course learning outcome associated with this assignment is: 

o Analyze organizational behavior challenges faced by management professionals.

1. By submitting this paper, you agree: (1) that you are submitting your paper to be used and stored as part of the SafeAssign™ services in accordance with the Blackboard Privacy Policy; (2) that your institution may use your paper in accordance with your institution’s policies; and (3) that your use of SafeAssign will be without recourse against Blackboard Inc. and its affiliates.

Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) Using MS Excel

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Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) Using MS Excel

The production manager has asked you to purchase a replacement numerically controlled (NC) plasma-cutting machine for the metal fabrication shop. She has provided you with the manufacturer’s number and model number for two models and indicates that the performance of either machine is perfectly acceptable. The existing tooling and fixtures will also work with either machine. Footprint and utility requirements are nearly the same as the old machine and will not require changes to the facility. The equipment will be depreciated over a ten-year period, which is also the expected service life. An annual service contract is required after the expiration of the warranty and throughout the remaining service life. You will take advantage of a 2% discount offered by each supplier for paying cash. You decide to complete a total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis to help make the purchasing decision.

The two manufacturers have provided the following additional information:

Cuts All Model 10

Super-Hot Model Z2

Base price

$79,000

$68,000

Freight/Delivery

$3,000

$2,200

Warranty

5 years

3 years

Annual service contract

$759

$632

Consumables cost per year

$522

$630

Annual electric cost

$444

$520

Annual water cost

$230

$180

Operator training

$300

Included

Residual value after 10 years

$39,000

$21,000

Submit a MS Excel spreadsheet that calculates the total cost of ownership of each machine. Based on the TCO calculation, specify which model you recommend purchasing.

Fossil Fuels versus Renewable Energy

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In physics, energy is defined as the ability to do work. When most people think of energy, they think of electricity. The energy that is used to produce electricity is derived from a number of resources. Much of the energy used today is obtained from fossil fuels. However, these resources are limited. As a result, alternative and renewable resources are being explored for production of electricity.

Using the readings for this module, the Argosy University online library resources, and the Internet, respond to the following:

  • Discuss the scientific and technical concepts related to the uses of fossil fuels and renewable energy resources.
    • Consider how fossil fuels such as coal, oil, and natural gas are utilized for production of electricity.
    • Consider how alternative and renewable resources such as wind turbines, hydroelectric power, wave power, and geothermal energy are utilized to either produce electrical energy or provide an alternative to electricity consumption.
  • Explain the advantages and disadvantages related to both fossil fuels and renewable energy resources such as wind power, hydroelectricity, geothermal energy, and biomass.
    • Consider issues such as availability of the resource, sustainability of the technology, and environmental impact.
  • Provide 2–3 examples of the uses of both types of energy resources that are utilized in your community.

Support your statements with examples. Provide a minimum of three scholarly references.

Write your initial response in 2–3 paragraphs. Apply APA standards to citation of sources.

WEEK 5 FinAL PROJECT TS JR

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The Information Systems Security Impact Phase

This week, you will evaluate the status of the security and its infrastructure for your case study from the perspective of professional and industry best practices, for example, CERT, SANS, (ISC)2, and existing national security and privacy acts, such as: the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act, the Electronic Communications Privacy Act (ECPA), the PATRIOT Act, the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA), the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI-DSS), or the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Depending on your case study some of the above regulations may or may not directly apply.

Research security and privacy acts that are pertinent to your case study in the South University Online Library and on the Internet by using the following keywords:

  • Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
  • Computer Fraud and Abuse Act
  • Electronic Communications Privacy Act
  • USA PATRIOT Act
  • USA PATRIOT Improvement and Reauthorization Act of 2005
  • Public Law 107-56
  • Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act
  • Sarbanes-Oxley Act
  • Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard
  • Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)

On the basis of your research, discuss the impacts of your case study analysis from the previous weeks on the security and privacy acts such as the ones listed above.

Your report should include:

  • A suggested plan for improving your organization’s operations security
  • The information systems security impact of the constructed IS

On the basis of the system that you’ve developed so far, devise an annual budget to operate the following:

  1. Points of entry into the system where customers, or generally end users, are identified, authenticated, and authorized to access resources
  2. Points of entry for assets (material or digital) obtained from suppliers
  3. Support systems that track events, based on the system you’ve proposed
  4. Support systems that track the traffic of information, based on the system you’ve proposed

State the assumptions made on the operations of these systems. These assumptions may include the number of staff required, the pay rate, and the number of hours the different elements of the system operate per day.

Your report should be written using the APA format, and it should include a copy of all the references used. Be sure your report contains the following:

  • A logical flow and transition in the content.
  • Complete report should include a title, abstract, summary, reference, and bibliography.
  • Report should be an appropriate deliverable to senior management.
  • Report should reflect depth, breadth, and implications related to the theories and constructs studied in this course.

Conclusions and recommendations practical and actionable, not merely theoretical with no basis for the organization officers to take specific actions or steps to improve.

Submission Details:

  • Submit your plan in a 10–15 page Microsoft Word document, using APA style.

Content Assessment: Professional Changes

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AS 1: (Psychology)

Various professional organizations will assist you throughout your career. Locate 3 professional organizations (do not include the APA site) which will assist you in your future career goals. Identify the organization name, include the hyperlink to the organization, discuss what it has to offer you within your intended career goal and how it will be beneficial to you after graduation in your intended future career. Explain what personal changes you need to make to adapt to your professional life that will happen once you graduate and enter the next phase of your life and identify any areas that intimidate you.

Create a chart like the chart example below with connections to the 3 organizations you researched. Extend each row to give substantial information on each organization. Be specific when discussing each organization. Be sure to fully explain what it has to offer you as you move into your future career. Use specific organization examples that you located from the online site with career connections when you discuss how it will be beneficial to you in the future. Extend the discussion of the sites’ importance with giving any additional information you deem appropriate for each site. Include the topic of your research and the hypothesis statement from module 5. In a separate paragraph below the chart discuss personal changes you will need to make to adapt to your intended professional life and then identify and explain any areas about these changes that intimidate you. This last paragraph should be approximately 200-250 words to fully express your thoughts.

please open the attached file to see the rest of this assignment. 

Extras: Explain what personal changes you need to make to adapt to your professional life that will happen once you graduate and enter the next phase of your life and identify any areas that intimidate you:: I guess for this I would say I need to work more on my interpersonal skills and become more outgoing because as an OT, I’ll be working with people which means having great interpersonal and communication skills would be a plus.

AS2: (intro to public health)

County Health Rankings and Roadmaps is a collaboration between the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute. The County Health Rankings and Roadmaps compares the health of nearly all counties in the United States to others within its own state and supports coalitions tackling the social, economic and environmental factors that influence health. The annual rankings provide a revealing snapshot of how health is influenced by where we live, learn, work and play. As the Rankings provide a starting point for change, the Roadmaps provide guidance and tools to understand the data and strategies that communities can use to move from education to action.

Go the County Health Rankings website and select your county in the Overall Rankings in Health Outcomes section to see how it fares among other counties sin the State. Your county means where you lived before you started Kean University.

Write 600-800 words, reflecting on your findings and thoughts of how your country’s health is ranked. For example, you can say something like “I am not surprised that X County ranked #2 on the list because …. “, “I am surprised that Y County has high rates of smoking because ….”, When I was growing up, X County had…” etc.