TS+Cell+Phones+JR

4/11: Class 2

Classwork: What is a pathfinder?

A pathfinder looks like to me a search engine type thing where, you look up information that you need such as college help, computer help and etc.

Homework:

The pathfinder I chose which was the Human Anatomy pathfinder, I discovered it had many different links. Another thing I discovered was the links directed me to the topic I was interested in. Another thing I discovered was that the pathfinder said it had several books in it's reference area. I found interesting that they had so many links on that one topic. I also found it interesting they claimed to have many books in their reference area. How can I limit my search with a pathfinder?

Class 4

Classwork: [|SIRS] [|Librarian's Index to the Internet] [|Internet Public Library] [|HomeworkNY]

Key words: cellular telephones, marketing, manufactures, service, profit
 * How do cell phone manufactures make money if they give away their cell phones to cell phone companies?
 * Are cell phone companies really making profit?
 * How much money do these services make?
 * How many people are hired to work for these companies?
 * Does different and major companies benefit from cell phones?
 * Will cell phones still be a major consumption in the future?
 * How do companies make huge profit?
 * What are other methods that companies use to manipulate the consumer and make an even huger profit?
 * How does cell phones services actually benefit from cell phones?
 * Are people wasting money constantly on cell phones?

Homework:

Article 1: Cellular Telephones Use In America and Perceptions of Safety, Michael Goodman, Ph.D., Frances D. Bents, Louis Tijerina, Ph.D., Walter Wierwille, Ph.D., Neil Lerner, Ph.D., and Denise Benel, Transportation Department (DOT) National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Jan. 1998
 * Title:** [|Cellular Telephone Use in America and Perceptions of Safety]
 * Source:** An Investigation of the Safety Implications of Wireless Communications...
 * Author:** Michael Goodman and others
 * Publication Date:** Jan. 1998
 * Page Number:** n.p.
 * Database:** SIRS Government Reporter

I discovered that the use of cell phones was very popular back in the late 90s and many people had one. I also thing I discovered is new owners at the time used their cell phone for business purposes 48% of the time as oppose to owners who owned cell phones for over 5 years used it 78% of the time for business. Another thing I discovered is that since cell phones were used mainly for business, it wasn't used a lot within the teenage community and younger. One thing that interested me was the fact that younger people didn't own cell phones as much as older people did. It was also interesting that the main purpose at the time for cell phones were for business. Around what time did younger people eventually become owners increase?

Article 2: Does Phone Competition Still Matter?, Barry M. Aarons, Institute For Policy Innovation, Apr. 2003
 * Title:** [|Does Phone Competition Still Matter?]
 * Source:** Consumers' Research
 * Author:** Barry M. Aarons
 * Publication Date:** April 2003
 * Page Number:** 21-26
 * Database:** SIRS Researcher

I discovered that the use of main telephone lines is actually decreasing. I also discovered that the reason for this is because of wirless, dsl and cable modems and other technologies. I also discovered that instant messaging has even been brought into the workplace to communicated with colleagues. I found interesting that all these different communicatation services such as instant messaging and email has become so popular that the use of communication on a phone has decreased. I also found it interesting that these methods were used in the workplace. Does these methods(emailing, instant messaging) benefit and saves time using it in the workplace?

Article 3: An Investigation of the Safety Implications of Wireless Communications in Vehicle, Transportation Department (DOT) National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), July 18, 2000
 * Title:** [|An Investigation of the Safety Implications...Executive Summary]
 * Source:** An Investigation of the Safety Implications of Wireless Communications...
 * Author:**
 * Publication Date:** July 18, 2000
 * Page Number:** n.p.
 * Database:** SIRS Government Reporter

I discovered that 50 million Americans own cell phones. I also discovered that the growth of cell phone users increase 40% per year. I also discovered that only 9% of the people using cell phones are under 24 years old. I found it interesting that cell phones are becoming a hazard in vehicles. Will accidents increase as more and more people becomes cell phone owners?

Article 4: Article picked out from member of my group A Call to Curb Cellphones in Class//,// Cathryn J. Prince, Christian Science Monitor, Dec. 2, 2003

I discovered that teens are using their cell phones to cheat in the classroom. I also discovered that many teachers and school admissions wants to ban cell phones from school. I also discovered that parents aren't in favor of this and want their children to have cell phones for emergency uses. I found it interesting that parents weren't in favor of not having cell phones in school. Most of the time parents agree with schools and their ruling. I found it interesting that schools under college level suggested having an honor code. If honor codes were put into effect, will it actually work like it does in college?

Subject Headings:
[|Cellular telephones] [|Wireless communication systems] [|Internet telephony] [|Personal communication service systems] [|Telecommunication]

Websites:
[|Cell Phone Facts--Consumer Information on Wireless Phones Home Page] //U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)//
 * URL:** http://www.fda.gov/cellphones/
 * Descriptors:** [|Cellular telephones], [|Mobile communication systems], [|Personal communication service systems], [|Wireless communication systems]

I discovered that cell phones are considered 2-way radios. I also discovered that when you talk into a cell phone or wireless phone, it picks up your voice and converts the sound to radiofrequency energy (radio waves). I also discovered the FDA and FCC regulate activity with wireless communication devices. I found interesting that the FDA is invovled with the cell phones because their main concern is food and drugs. I also found interesting the process it takes to receive a phone call. How is the FDA actually involved with cell phones?

[|Dead Ringers?] //Science Museum, London, United Kingdom//
 * URL:** http://www.sciencemuseum.org.uk/antenna/deadringers/
 * Descriptors:** [|Cellular telephones], [|Consumer behavior]

I discovered that after upgrading from older models, the metal can be reused to make new cell phones. I also discovered that the chemicals in cell phones are hazardous if not disposed correctly. I also discovered that people normally keep their cell phones for aout 12 to 18 months and then replace them with newer models. I found it interesting that in the UK 75% of the people own a cell phone. I also found it interesting that cell phones are recycleable and can be turned into new ones. With recycling cell phones properly can this help our environment?

[|Can We Tape?] //The Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press//
 * URL:** http://www.rcfp.org/taping/index.html
 * Descriptors:** [|Cellular telephones]

I discovered that federal law allows recording of phone calls but only with the consent of at least one party to the call. I also discovered that many states adopted wiretapping statutes based on the federal law. I also discovered that the use of hidden cameras is covered only by the wiretap and eavesdropping laws if the camera also records an audio track. I found it interesting many states have prohibited the use of video and still cameras where the subject has an expectation of privacy. I also found interesting that the state of New York only have criminal penalties when it comes to wiretapping. How much privacy do people have in the state of New York?