This week we learned a lot about workstation virtualization and usage of the cloud. virtualization is using the physical hardware of one physical machine to run several instances of different operating systems. For instance you can be a tech support company that provides support for hundreds of customers, all which use different operating systems like OS X, Linux, or Windows and with the use of virtual machines you can run all three operating systems from one computer and offer support for all customers at one work station with 1 machines versus 3. this method saves electricity and reduces harmful emissions created from the extra machinery and equipment.
using the cloud also has the same effect. The cloud is a place witch no physical location, relative to the user much like the internet. The cloud allows storage to be taken care of by other companies leaving your business to allocate your resources to moving forward with your work and leaving any IT support for your servers to another company which is done at all times in realtime.
The cloud is the beginning of the future. Pretty soon we wont need hardware to run games like a desktop would need a video card restricting the mobility of the game. We will be able to use phones or tablet devices to stream the information that is being handled by the intense hardware from a cloud and be displayed on a very mobile but extremely high resolution display with no latency or lag allowing even the most graphically intense games to be played on an iphone for example.
This technology is just around the corner but i cant wait!
Below is an article that is sure to be an interesting read pertaining to the emergence of this technology:
http://gigaom.com/2011/12/07/onlive-phones-tablet-apps/
Sunday, February 26, 2012
Sunday, February 19, 2012
Week 06- Clear: software
software is the magic that makes computers run. Software is everywhere, in any application you have used to any thing on your phone that your familiar with. operating systems are software that enable you to use hardware. it controls the hardware and other programs while allowing users to interact with the hardware. System software are like firewalls or file managers allow you to make better use of your hardware.
application software is software that is designed to accomplish a specific purpose. Microsoft word for example is created as a word processing tool. application software is probably the most common for of software that end users familiarize themselves with. Apps such as itunes that serve the purpose of managing music or windows media player are also application software.
System software enable the computer to function. Operating systems enable the hardware to communicate with the end user in a way that allows the user to nagigate freely. similarly applications that enable the computer to function securely are also system software, for example mcafee or norton antivirus which allow you to use your computer securely
heres a link to a site that allows one to create custom gestures and macros either by voice or movement using the xbox 360 kinect. It allows you to play games or control your computer with your body movement with software that wasnt built with this in mind.
http://glovepie.org/lpghjkwer.php
What type of software do you think this is?
application software is software that is designed to accomplish a specific purpose. Microsoft word for example is created as a word processing tool. application software is probably the most common for of software that end users familiarize themselves with. Apps such as itunes that serve the purpose of managing music or windows media player are also application software.
System software enable the computer to function. Operating systems enable the hardware to communicate with the end user in a way that allows the user to nagigate freely. similarly applications that enable the computer to function securely are also system software, for example mcafee or norton antivirus which allow you to use your computer securely
heres a link to a site that allows one to create custom gestures and macros either by voice or movement using the xbox 360 kinect. It allows you to play games or control your computer with your body movement with software that wasnt built with this in mind.
http://glovepie.org/lpghjkwer.php
What type of software do you think this is?
Sunday, February 12, 2012
Week 05- clear: Presentations
Week 05 we covered a lot of information of presentations. We went over many different factors to avoid death by power point! Some of the most crucial information in regards to presentations is making sure that you speak and then show it versus reading all your bullet points right off your interview. This is a recipe for disaster if you want a successful presentation. Another thing to do when making a presentation is to make sure to capture the audiences attention with in the first thirty to sixty seconds as this is crucial to keeping them focused!
One way to capture the audiences attention quick is by starting your presentation with a video. this automatically makes the reader watch and listen what he or she is witnessing versus not even bothering to look at non captivating power point slides.
When making a presentation one should also try to provide various forms of media within it to keep the viewer focused as well.
Overall i feel like i learned a lot after completing my presentation project and completing this weeks material because presentations are play a vital role in the business world and communicating your ideas or presentations effectively can mean the difference between losing a job and getting promoted.
Below is a helpful video with a few pointers on making presentations, enjoy!
One way to capture the audiences attention quick is by starting your presentation with a video. this automatically makes the reader watch and listen what he or she is witnessing versus not even bothering to look at non captivating power point slides.
When making a presentation one should also try to provide various forms of media within it to keep the viewer focused as well.
Overall i feel like i learned a lot after completing my presentation project and completing this weeks material because presentations are play a vital role in the business world and communicating your ideas or presentations effectively can mean the difference between losing a job and getting promoted.
Below is a helpful video with a few pointers on making presentations, enjoy!
Sunday, February 5, 2012
Week 04, clear: Strategy and Technology
This week a lot was discussed about technology and its use to gain and sustain competitive advantages in the business world. Porters Five competitive forces that shape strategy are as follows. It starts with the notion that managers look at competition too narrowly and thus includes new entry, substitute products or services, customers who have bargaining power, suppliers who have bargaining power, and your existing rivalry with competitors. this analysis emphasizes that by reducing these 5 factors or learning to manage them will lead to an absolute maximization of profits.
The use of technology in ways that can not be easily mimicked by competitors is essential to a thriving businesses survival as it does not have to fear new competitors entry to the market affecting its market share thus affecting its profits.
Standing out from your competitors is ultimately your best strategy and something you must strive to do if you plan on having a competitive advantage or sustaining your business for the long run.
The use of technology in ways that can not be easily mimicked by competitors is essential to a thriving businesses survival as it does not have to fear new competitors entry to the market affecting its market share thus affecting its profits.
Standing out from your competitors is ultimately your best strategy and something you must strive to do if you plan on having a competitive advantage or sustaining your business for the long run.
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