Rhetorical analysis “football is here to stay” Greg Easterbrook’s article, “football is here to stay,” talks about the NFL and how it is becoming safer day after day. The author poses several arguments in support of the National Football League growing in popularity despite the many cases of concussions and injuries among players, which are a possible threat to the popularity of the sport. Greg builds his argument based on the declining statistics of players involved in concussions to support his claim on the growth of the status of the competition. He also addresses the challenge gambling is bringing into the game. This paper aims to look into the arguments which he brings forward in support of the game based on reforms he suggests and their possible outcome in improving the general safety of players. Quite a number of the arguments raised and supported by the author by statistics are quite agreeable. With the sport becoming safer to play, its future looks good as it will continue growing in popularity. It is essential to note that Greg Easterbrook is a…
Which cybersecurity and privacy challenges affect digital cities? A study on cybersecurity and privacy challenges in digital cities Abstract The evolution of digital cities in the world is as a result of emerging innovations in information technology. Although information technology innovations create economic opportunities, it comes with privacy challenges. Humans interact daily with technology devices such as smartphones, security devices, smart energy meter and smart appliances used in many cities. The standards of interconnecting public venues, cars, homes and social systems are still ongoing. The interconnection of networks leads to improved quality of life. Currently, city infrastructure and services utilize interconnection of networks for automation, control and monitoring. Intelligent public and private transportations access interconnected data from weather, Global positioning Satellite and traffic updates. Integration of systems also assists in emergency response, public safety and disaster recovery. Privacy issues arise when data for the digital citizen is available, putting them at risk of been identified. The security elements consist of physical disruptions as a result of an attack that limit the availability of services, including illegal access to information. Systems…
What Are The Benefits To Using Cloud Services Cloud computing has become so popular today due to the availability of the internet. It is a form of computing that is based entirely on the internet. In the past, businesses used to run applications downloaded from a server or a physical computer. But cloud computing allows these applications to run via the internet. Cloud services are based on the internet, but the main computing happens on a machine remotely. Business data collected during this process is stored on remote/ cloud servers. Why cloud services for your business? Here are some of the benefits that your business will have when you choose cloud services. Reduce IT Cost When you move your business to cloud computing, it will reduce the cost of purchasing and maintaining systems. With cloud services, you don’t need to buy expensive systems and machines for your business, but you will use the resources of your services provider. Here are more ways on how cloud computing will save your company some money. There will be no cost incurred for upgrading…
What is a Web Browser (and What Happened to WhatBrowser.org) After a few unsuccessful attempts, Jason Toff, a Programming Manager at Google, finally gave up on trying to explain to his mother what a web browser was. In 2009, Toff created WhatBrowser.org, a website that provided more information about web browsers for both tech and non-tech users. WhatBrowser.org is no longer available, and we took some time to find out what happened to the website. The web browser is perhaps one of the most important software no one thinks about. We simply click on the browser icon, and we are instantly transported into the world wide web. But browsers have come a long way ever since they represented a window into the internet or a central starting point to a web experience. Fast forward three decades and many of the proprietary technologies and features that enabled interactive user experiences have given way to newer features and capabilities that deliver great online experiences. People like browsers even more because they now also provide a broader range of functionalities such as web…
What is a Tandem Kayak?-Here’s Everything you Need to Know Do you love long excursions on the water but sometimes get bored doing it alone? Would you like to enjoy these expeditions with a friend or even your partner? If your answer is yes, then you can never go wrong with a tandem kayak. A tandem kayak can accommodate two people who will paddle it simultaneously, thus making it fun and enjoyable. Some of them even have some extra space for your kid or a pet. The kayaks range from 18-24 feet in length, and you get to choose what suits you depending on the purpose for which you are buying. Advantages of Tandem Kayaks Tandem kayaks have several advantages in comparison with their solo counterparts. You will not have to bear lonely and sometimes boring escapades since you will paddle with your loved ones and get the most out of your voyages. The following are some of these benefits: Additional stability The stability of a vessel is paramount for all kayakers, especially if you do not have enough experience.…
What it means to be Canadian To be Canadian is so much more than just physically living in Canada. It is about taking pride in being part of the culture and spirit that makes Canada what it is. There is no denying that Canada is a beautiful country with spectacular views of its deserts, rainforests, lakes, cliffs, and oceans that one cannot help but admire. It is a peaceful, democratic, ethnically diverse, multicultural nation with people from all backgrounds. The diversity is what makes up the Canadian nature. In Canada, you are accepted just the way you are, enjoying the same rights and freedoms as any other Canadian citizen regardless of where you come from or the aspects that make you different. The acceptance of all these cultures is what makes Canada and Canadians culturally rich. Being Canadian also means standing up for your beliefs and respecting the views of other people, which contributes to the peace enjoyed in Canada. Socially, Canadians are commonly portrayed as outgoing beer drinkers with a rugged attitude. Still, once you get to know them…
What you need to know about worker’s compensation in Charlotte NC Long before the industrial revolution, most workers did not get compensation if they got injured while executing their duties. They were not lucky enough to get benefit from their employers; therefore, no guarantee to medical care. The employers would find a replacement, and that was all. Later on, federal and state laws chipped in to protect the employees. The worker’s compensation process is quite simple. You sustain injuries or may develop an occupational sickness, file a claim, and get the benefits until you resume to work. Moreover, an employee cannot sue their employer on all work-related injuries but instead its a tradeoff. It is essential to seek legal advice from an attorney once injured. Do all the injuries qualify for the benefit? Well, injuries may be caused by accidents, long term exposure to toxic chemicals, slips, trips and falls, shocks and electrocution, fires and explosions, violent acts by colleagues, customers etc. The injuries do not have to be as a result of immediate, one- time accident…
Why cybersecurity is important today. Cybersecurity involves everything to do with protecting sensitive data, industry information systems: data, governmental, among others that are important and require security. The risk of cybersecurity is increasing each day. It is highly attributed to the rise in global connectivity and the high usage of cloud services. Almost every business today has access to cloud services in which they store their data. Configuration settings for this data are very sensitive and require much attention. Poor configuration of these settings poses an even higher greater risk to these cybersecurity threats. A data breach is something that every company should be careful about because it is very prevalent, especially in modern times. In the olden days, people relied much on antivirus software and firewalls. This is a technology that has been long gone. These threats come from any side of the organization. It is becoming harder for business managers to rely on cybersecurity professionals to do the work for them. Businesses should look into educating their staff about these risks and any other threats that may be…
Where Is The Best Place To Hang Hummingbird Feeders The tiny hummingbirds fighting for nectar-filled feeders in your yard can be amusing for both you and your family. To keep them in your yard, ensure that you hang the feeders in the right place to avoid the birds passing them. Are you wondering where the right place to hang hummingbird feeder is? Well, worry no more. Here are some suggestions on where to place your feeders to keep the birds well fed and always coming back. A Visible Place After you have purchased the feeder, you need to let the hummingbirds know that you are ready for them. The best way to go about it is by placing the feeder in a highly visible position in your yard. But this doesn’t imply that you have to place a feeder like an oasis in the center of a desert. When you place your hummingbird feeders too far from any cover, the birds will be reluctant to feed there. It will make the birds feel unsafe and exposed. Instead, place the feeders…
EMPLOYEE EMPOWERMENT. One of the companies that have incorporated employee empowerment is ‘Four Seasons’. It was awarded the ‘Great Place of Work Legend’ by Fortune in 2017. Its employees are much empowered as they have been describing it as the employer-of-choice for over 20 years. Four Seasons Executive Vice President attributes their success to their employees. Four Seasons empowers their employees by giving them the necessary tools and trust needed for success. They care for their employees the same way they care for their guests. This gives the employees a sense of belonging and encourages them to carry the values of the company forward, develop a deep connection with their guests and therefore create memorable experiences for the company. Four Seasons apply Maslow’s hierarchy of needs to empower its employees. In this strategy, the universal needs of the employees form the base for the system before then proceeding to more acquired emotions. In Maslow’s hierarchy, the process for human motivation moves through a series of steps from psychological needs, safety, then belonging and love, then social needs, and then…