Communication Networks in the New Economy
Introduction
The new economy is about communication and its fundamental aspect in culture and society. The new economy is a basic distinction between information technology today and with that of our ancestors use of information technology. "Advances in technology have permanently improved the economy's efficiency and productivity. Faster computers and new software enable everyone to access information quickly and cheaply, cutting costs and improving worker productivity" (Scherer 2002). The new economy is more than a generation of new technologies. It is particularly new in communication networks and computer information. Before the new economy of the internet and high speed computers, the so called old economy was developing transistors and circuits. Computer networks and connections are what enable computers to talk to one another (Media Scapes 2002, 235 ).
Computers and communication networks are the new indication of the new economy only by the use of already existing technology and converging it into one package. For individuals to have access to this new economy, convergence is always occurring because of the integrated uses of networks and computers to run on higher speeds. As computers are developing new features, and networks are also increasing in speed. This convergence of fast internet connections allows for people to communicate online via e-mail and send voice and video conversations (Media Scapes 2002, 237).
These new features that have converged to form one unit have all the features of internet, telephone, and television technology, that allow for the transmitted information to be sent quickly and delivered anywhere in the world with new computer networking.
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Without the aid of modern technology, early Christianity had to rely on the missionary trips of its advocates to promulgate news and information. In First Corinthians, Paul’s intention was to spread the new message of God’s Anointed One and change how people led their lives. When Paul made his initial visit to Corinth, he stayed for a substantial amount of time in order to effectively educate the residents of the area. Similar to other letters like his letters to the Galatians, this epistle is Paul’s follow on interaction with the community, in an attempt to clarify details which may have been confused or overlooked during his visit. In passages 1:20-21, Paul expresses his frustration with the community’s lack of appreciation for the message of Christ Jesus. These passages discuss the differences which stand between the wisdom of God and what had been the prevailing wisdom of the world. Prior to the message of Christ Jesus, the wisdom of the world is what was universally known, however, the resurrection has communicated the wisdom of God. This is what Paul and the other apostles are attempting to communicate. The goal of this letter is to delineate the correct wisdom, and to further illustrate the actions and lifestyle required to be a truly devoted believer in God.
With possibly fourteen of the twenty-seven books in the New Testament, and no less than seven attributed to him, the Apostle Paul of Tarsus undoubtedly altered and continues to alter the course of Christianity. Through his extensive mission work, preaching, and letter writing, Paul has left behind an immense legacy that few people in history can compare to. To this day, some two thousand years later, Paul and his writings are extensively researched, discussed, and debated across all of Christianity and much of the non-Christian world. For most practicing Christians, Paul’s teachings from his letters hold extreme weight and significance in their attempt to follow the teachings and life of Jesus in conjunction with the Bible. One such writing of Paul’s that was canonized into the Bible is his letter to the church at Philippi. This work will serve as an introduction to the Pauline epistle of Philippians.
At a bird’s eye view, the audience sees Paul’s letter as seemingly addressed to the Christians in Ephesus, where Paul “labored for well over two years.” Because the Ephesians as the addressee of the letters are absent from the early manuscripts, it suggests that “it is a letter generated not by the immediate circumstances of Paul or a specific community crisis, but by the desire to communicate the implications of his mission to a wider circle of Gentile churches.” Matera validates this by explaining that it was indeed “a circular letter to Gentile believers in Asia Minor” and that it “functions as a summary of Paul’s teaching for a new generation of Gentile believers.” Paul wanted to show his addressees how salvation is brought about by God’s divine
“Discretion is the perfection of reason, and a guide to us, in all the duties of life” (Jean de La Bruyère, n.d), this quote epitomises the use of discretion in life moreover in policing. Police discretion is a constant consideration within the law enforcement. Many people are of the view that police discretion is both an essential part of policing as well as a constant source of issues. There has been a constant quandary between enforcing the law to the latter. Police officers are faced with a vast array of situations each day which they must deal with, in which no two circumstances they encounter are the same. Moreover officers are frequently placed in the position of formulating decisions on how to handle a specific matter alone, without immediate supervision or any additional advice. The purpose of this paper is to examine the controversial topic of police discretion. Discretion in policing is an imperative aspect thus herein the benefits of the exercise of discretion will be explored. By firstly defining what the term discretion refers to and how it fits within the context of policing. Next, factors that influence police discretion will be discussed. Finally an examination of explanations supporting discretion will be articulated, which will illustrate why police discretion is essential in policing.
For my essay I have chosen to focus on Paul’s concerns of christian freedoms in his letter to Corinth. Paul seemed to be very concerned with this issue and he used two different chapters to discuss it. To examine these issues i will use the New International Version, King James Version, and New Living Translation. Throughout my essay I hope Paul answers the following three questions; 1. Was idol worship a major concern in the church? 2. How did Paul suggest the people deal with this issue? 3. How can these texts be applied in christian life today?
In this paper, I will be writing about Police Discretion. I will start by defining Police Discretion then briefly discuss the use of discretion in domestic disturbances, minor misdemeanors, and traffic enforcement. I will also discuss the application of police discretion, the provisions it uses and how it is currently practiced. At the end of these brief descriptions, I will then present the myth that exists in regards to police discretion. And finally, I will end this paper with my personal opinion as well as a brief conclusion.
Social skills is very important for children to learn. Social skills are needed to participate in society. As we know, you must be able to communicate in order to be social. Children who work in groups are learning their social skills and they can work with and cooperate with others. “Research shows that social skills and emotional development (reflected in the ability to pay attention, make transitions from one activity to another, and cooperate with others) are a very important part of school readiness”(PBS).
Law enforcement officers do not only se laws when it comes to making decisions. They also se police discretion when it comes to doing their jobs. To understand police discretion, we have to understand what it is, how and why it is used, and what factors influence it. Though upholding the law is an essential part of being a police officer, there is also a human aspect that must be taken into account. The law alone is not the only resource police officers use when doing their jobs.
The Galatians worshiping idol, comiting fonacation, staying away from strangled and blood. Such as it says in Acts 15:20, “but that we write to them that they abstain from things contaminated by idols and from fornicationand from what is strangled and from blood.” They were not living Holy lives such as Paul was striving for them to so he wrote this letter.
during the late 20th century, mankind hit an unprecedented surge of technological advancement and innovation. From the 1980s onward, our level of technology- especially communication-based technologies- increased exponentially year by year, giving us inventions (and their subsequent additions) such as the mobile cell phone, the Internet, email, instant message and social media platforms. In fact, the advent of the Internet and social media has created a smaller, wired world wherein an individual can communicate with someone from across the world in the blink of an eye.
Castells, Manuel. "Communication, Power and Counter-power in the Network Society" International Journal of Communication 1 (2007), 238-266
The exponential growth of technology allows diversity in methods of communication and entertainment in the 21st century. Before the use of modern technology, early communication was restricted and delayed for reasons such as distance and lack of immediate access. Initially, postal systems delivered their mail via horse. On the contrary, with the evolution of wireless communication such as smartphones, mobile applications, and 4G/LTE, the accessibility of the internet has become feasible, and communication has become instantaneous. Hence, these changes have led to the rise of social networks with the multiplication of consumers.
All in all, the evolution of technology has brought the people of the world closer together. The development of mobile and social communication technologies that use the internet has revolutionized the way people live their lives, connecting people in a way that was never possible before. With technology becoming the largest evolution, the world has seen, bringing the world’s knowledge and its people together is key to success in the future.
The Internet has revolutionized the computer and communications world like nothing before. The Internet enables communication and transmission of data between computers at different locations. The Internet is a computer application that connects tens of thousands of interconnected computer networks that include 1.7 million host computers around the world. The basis of connecting all these computers together is by the use of ordinary telephone wires. Users are then directly joined to other computer users at there own will for a small connection fee per month. The connection conveniently includes unlimited access to over a million web sites twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. There are many reasons why the Internet is important these reasons include: The net adapts to damage and error, data travels at 2/3 the speed of light on copper and fiber, the internet provides the same functionality to everyone, the net is the fastest growing technology ever, the net promotes freedom of speech, the net is digital, and can correct errors. Connecting to the Internet cost the taxpayer little or nothing, since each node was independent, and had to handle its own financing and its own technical requirements.
Surveying the Digital Future: How the PC and Internet are changing the world. (1999, June). Los Angeles, CA: UCLA Center for Communication Policy.