Each response should be at least 300 words unless noted within the question.
1. Excel is probably the most popular spreadsheet software for PCs. Why? What can we do with this package that makes it so attractive for modeling efforts? What are other popular programs that can be used? Suggest a program that someone should use instead of Excel or why they should use Excel instead of the other programs.
2. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) uses many models and modeling tools in the war against cyber security. Other organizations use similar approaches. Explain what types of models these companies or DHS use and how it helps them with their goals?
What is Big Data? Will it lose popularity? What do you predict will replace it if it loses its popularity. List at least 5 sources of big data.
2. How does big data analytics differ from regular analytics?
3. Identify how at least 3 different industries uses big data. Explain how they use it? Identify any break throughs or how it has impacted the industry. (700 words)
