National Information Infrastructure

cyber-attacks. In this computer age, almost every aspect of society, business or personal operations are computerized. Some critical infrastructures such as power supply system, supply chain systems, national security information, banking and financial systems, educational and their academic and intellectual properties, health systems, and so on, depended on the information technology (Brooks, 2010). Our bridges, highways and tunnels, electric grids, nuclear facilities, transportation (air, sea and rail)

detection is accomplished through the National Biosurveillance Integration Center (NBIC). (DHS) NBIC’s mission focuses on analyzing and disseminating critical information concerning disease and any health impacting event on the homeland to create a well-informed national infrastructure, prevent loss of life, and minimize financial impact on the economy. (DHS) NBIC serves as an informational bridge across tribal, local, state, and federal partners to insure information from thousands of sources concerning

Abstract The innovations in information technology and increased amount of interconnected electronic devices today create new economic and social prospects as well as improve the overall quality of our lives. While these leading edge technologies create opportunities, some have become prey to attackers and has given birth to a new era of Cyber warfare. Consequently, the Internet, computers and networks have become targets and vehicles of cyber attacks and generate challenges to our security privacy

Asbestos exposure in schools has forced local governments in the United Kingdom to pay millions to staff and students affected by the mineral known to cause mesothelioma cancer. New figures released by BBC News after Freedom of Information Requests show 32 councils have settled claims topping £10 million with former teachers, students and staff concerning the presence of asbestos in schools. Asbestos, a group of silicate minerals, was used as an insulative building material in the United Kingdom

may need to be careful when ranking risk or displaying certain information related to risk. Qualitative and quantitative risk approaches are necessary and the timing and exact situation or risk need management level consideration. Combining a variety of these approaches with subject matter expertise can benefit DHS in determining a way forward (Rozell, 2015). It is beneficial in understanding risk associated with critical infrastructure. This can help in determining additional measures, and this

principles, goals, and missions of DHS and FBI. Introduction One of the primary roles of the Department of Homeland Security is intelligence and threat analysis and the protection of the country's critical infrastructure. The Department is reported to fuse and analyze intelligence and other information relating to homeland security threats and multiple resources are used in this endeavor including the CIA, NSA, FBI, INS, DEA, DOE, Customs and DOT and data gleaned from other organizations. (Office of Homeland

Introduction Health Information Technology is a trend in health care that has gained widespread attention due to the benefits it offers in the intricate, ever-changing and demanding field of health care. The advancement and widespread usage of Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems is predominantly dependent on standardized clinical terminology in the respective systems to ensure leveled communication among all professionals. Systematized Nomenclature of Medicine – Clinical Terms (SNOMED CT) is

  Abstract Miami International Airport (MIA) is one of the largest airports in the US. This case study gives the information on the airport, its history and some background. A report provides the information on the ownership type of the airport and its owner. I tried to enlist specific issues and certain facts about the operations and financial information.   Background information Miami International Airport (MIA) is the international air gate for the Miami area. The airport is situated 8 miles

The city of Danville, Virginia is expecting a terrorist attack to occur in the near future due to Dominion Power dumping their waste water into the Dan River. Terrorist have given the city five days to have a response before the city endures a major attack. This emergency operations plan will include all aspects for the city of Danville, Virginia to carry out the various roles and responsibilities of government organizations and providing a connection to the local, state, federal, and private organizations

completely unchecked by the other 2 branches of government for the last 15 years. In that time, the National Security Administration (NSA) grew from tapping a few phones, to effectively spying on an entire planet by infiltrating the infrastructure of worldwide communications networks. The facts that have come to light about the extensive domestic surveillance and storage capabilities of our Information and Data Systems (IDS) raise very important fundamental questions of the ability of the governed and