Examine the various technologies out there. Make recommendations for technical choices. For example you may recommend Sun over Microsoft. Security Examine the social aspects verses the technological aspects of security. Present a brief security checklist.
Networks Examine the implications of wireless verses wired networks.
The purpose of executive briefings is to consider the human and social implications, as well as the future of interactive telecommunications. These are important topics for the course. In a field as fast moving as telecommunications, people tend to fixate on the technical details. By considering the broader implications and future of where the field is heading, professionals will be better equipped to apply the technologies for organizational and societal benefits. Each student will select one essay from the Beyond Calculation book and conduct an executive briefing on the material.