TODAY’S COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY

Computers were once looked upon as a unimportant piece of technology “I think there is a world market for maybe five computers” – Thomas Watson, Chairman of IBM, 1943, “There is no reason anyone would want a computer in their home” – Ken Olsen, President, Chairman and Founder of Digital Equipment Corporation, 1977, now inventors have been trying to perfect and improve the core operating functions of the computer. Computers that were initially built for calculation purposes has now led us into the twenty first century of portable laptops, handheld PDA’s, desk tops, robotics (self-cleaning vacuum, robot toys, etc), animated films, GPS Systems, world wide web, and so much more.
As our technology continues to advance rapidly, I wonder what inventions will created in the near and distant future? Will desktops become obsolete and replaced by another form of technology? Will newer advances in electronic technology replace the need for paper? One thing that frightens me a little is computer technology replacing the need for human interaction. For example, the use of cameras in traffic lights, radar equipment to detect speed without a police officer ever pulling you over, GPS devices to track you where ever whenever, machinery replacing labor in the construction fields, and so many other areas that have been taken over the by the computer. Will these advances in technology eventually control us and replace people in the work field? These are questions we need to ask ourselves as we move into the next century.

Ericsson promises 42Mbps HSPA demo using multi-carrier technology

Leave Ericsson alone for five seconds, and it goes and makes the technology it was just bragging about seem archaic. Just in case Telstra's 21Mbps Next G network seemed a bit -- how do you say, sluggish? -- Ericsson will be showcasing a new approach that enables peak downlink data rates of 42Mbps at Mobile World Congress. In order to achieve such tremendous speeds, it will rely on its so-called multi-carrier technology, which is the next (or is that next-next?) generation of HSPA. The secret? It allows users to "receive data simultaneously on two frequency channels," which doubles the data rate in the coverage area of an HSPA network and on the cell edge. The best part of all this isn't that you can one day look forward to crushing your cable modem with a wireless USB stick, it's that "one day" will be ready to happen before the dawn of 2010. Huzzah!

Eee pc slim laptop! Small wonder delivers big hype

Slim computers generally run your wallet over $2,000 a pop. Get ready for a wonderful new computer that weighs 2lbs (six and a half by nine inches and 1 inch thick) and costs exactly the same as the iPhone.
Made by high-end laptop maker Asus, the Eee PC is a slim, full-fledged computer. Eee PC has a respectable seven-inch screen, and sacrificing a thick and heavy hard drive it instead features 4GB of flash memory. Now, this little guy can't replace your super computer, but it's Linux-based OS makes it easy to create both open-source/free and Windows Word docs. There's built in wi-fi, so your Eee can play with it's bigger computer friends.
This little tiny, eeeny, elegantly pearl-colored guy is perfect for your purse, and if you still want to make calls there's alway Skype and the new Skype phone. You've got some options for a business person on the run, who's trapped in their Verizon, Team Mobile, Sprint, etc. contract, waiting for an iPhone or next generation iPhone.
For me, it's a close tie, but to be clear, this small wonder is going to deliver big hype in the coming weeks!

Computer Mediated Communication

Computer mediated technology has opened up a whole new world of privacy concerns. There are hackers that can access computers anywhere and get sensitive information. Employers can Google applicants to check their personal lives to see if they are what they think is a "good" fit for their company. Privacy concerns even turn into anonymity concerns where anyone can pretend to be someone else. CMC offers digital trails everywhere for those who know how to find or record them. This includes at the workplace, the library, on your cell phone, e-mails, instant messages, chat room discussions, forums and other digital communication mediums.
"Much of the media coverage surrounding young people and online social networks has focused on the personal information teens make available on these networks. Are they sharing information that will harm their future college or job prospects? Or worse, are they sharing information that puts them at risk of victimization?" (Lenhart and Madden, 2007). This question posed by research specialists is heavy and infers a plethora of negative consequences for choosing to share the wrong information or to make one's online profile public. There have already been stories of men who have tracked down under age girls to commit illegal acts and identity thieves who buy and sell sensitive information online (Sullivan, 2008). Privacy laws are still trying to be adjusted to help fight against such crimes, but digital criminals can be hard to track. One study discusses how, "too much bad privacy, such as ‘imposed modesty, chastity, and domestic isolation' ... prevents exposure of the spousal and child abuse" (EPIC, 2004). The problem is that protecting privacy online is becoming increasingly more difficult and more impossible to guarantee (Sullivan, 2008).
Other concerns for privacy online include those related to the US government, among others, data mining information about its citizens (Müller, 2007). In "Would You Mind Being Watched by Machines? Privacy Concerns in Data Mining,” Müller contents that either artificial intelligence is breaching privacy by understanding what it is tracking or the person who inevitably otherwise must be analyzing the information is breaching privacy (2007). His ultimate conclusion is, “The more sophisticated defenders of data mining suggest that its problem lies in how it is used: ‘One of the principal reasons for public concern about these tools is that there appears to be no consistent policy guiding decisions when and how to use them’ (DeRosa 2004, vii). I have tried to show that any use violates a right to privacy – unless it is authorized by the person concerned” (Müller, 2007). With all of the options for CMC to be tracked, there still seems to be some illusion of privacy though in some way all information online is vulnerable and recorded somewhere. Perhaps the future of CMC will find a way to solve these issues and give a realistic expectation of privacy online that if afforded in homes.

Meade ETX-LS brings the night sky a little closer

Meade are a well known name in consumer telescopes, recognised for using computer technology to make telescopes easier to use.
That technology reaches a peak in the new ETX-LS, which combines GPS and optical sensing technology to optimally align itself in 3 minutes, anywhere on the planet.
Once you’re looking at an object in the sky the telescope will work out what you’re looking at and if it knows about it, give you information through the built in speaker. It will even present related video on a connected TV.
For the uninitiated, here’s why auto alignment is cool: we are sitting on a ball of rock moving through space and spinning at 1000MPH. If you try to use a telescope to look at the sky you’ll find that it very quickly moves (remember we’re spinning) and you have to readjust the telescope to keep the sky still.
Motorised telescopes can do this adjustment automatically but they need to be told where they are on the earth so that they can work out which direction to move in.
So the ETX-LS can work out where it is automatically using GPS, fine tune itself by recognising the sky, find anything you want to look at automatically, keep track of it for as long as it’s over the horizon and also (if it’s a well known object) tell you something about it. Pretty neat!

Latest W200 Wrist Computer Gadgets

This is W200 wrist computer gadgets are providing new more advance technology and whole part of body this W200 wrist computer gadgets is very conceptual and based on latest technology. And Evan Ackerman is said:
Was the Zypad WR110 not quite feminine enough for your cyclopean curves and purple hair? Here’s a wrist computer that could enhance both your productivity and your mojo. The Ridgeline W200 from Glacier laptop is a wrist wearable computer does the trick, with sleek arm-hugging curves and a magnesium alloy case that’s a comfortable 10 ounces.
Now, I have to say, this thing looks an awful lot like the the Zypad WL1000 from back in 2006. Like, an awful lot. But at least it’s got mostly up to date specs, with a 3.5″ color touchscreen, WiFi, GPS, Bluetooth, and various wired interfaces, running either Linux or Windows CE. As you might expect from its sporty and rugged form factor, the W200 is designed for people who want to get lost in the middle of nowhere without actually getting lost in the middle of nowhere. The batteries are hot swappable so that you’ll never lose your position, and the computer uses tilt sensors to tell if you’re actually looking at it, and if not, it powers down to idle.
I can see for myself use individual of these, for confident. Not since it’s in every way sensible or everything… No, presently so that citizens can notice me use it and say, “wow, that guy has a wrist computer, he must be awesome.” Via

Microsoft lets slip new computer mouse tech

What could this possibly be? If Microsoft is to be believed, they are really close to changing mouse technology forever. Of course, I’m talking about the kind that is usually mentioned in sentences with the word “Microsoft” not the furry kind that created our world in The Hitchiker’s Guide to the Galaxy.
First, their hardware page put up a glowing, blue image with the words, “9.9.08 Say Good-bye to Laser.” Then, the next thing anybody knew, an image is discovered on the German Amazon.com for a new Microsoft mouse with (lo, and behold) blue glowing… something instead of lasers on the bottom of it. The theory is that the new tech is some sort of technology that allows the mice to work on more surfaces than lasers can, which worked on more surfaces than trackballs could.
Microsoft has made a few innovations in the mouse segment over the years, lest we forget the IntelliMouse and any mouse that used the PS/2 format. Microsoft was also the first company to introduce a scrollwheel and the first to use optical technology instead of a trackball. Can you tell that I’ve been working on PCs steadily since I was four?
If information about this product becomes official before the September 9th date, we’ll be sure to let you know all about the mouse and whatever Microsoft is planning to call their blue light.

The netbook docking stations of CES 2009

Several of the companies showing off netbook-related products at CES 2009 weren’t demonstrating new computers, but accessories to extend the functionality of these low power laptops. Good Way Technology and Glory Mark Electronics are two Taiwanese companies offering docking stations that add audio, video, and USB connections to notebooks and netbooks.
The Good Way DU2771/DU2781 docking station offers a 4 port USB hub, an Ethernet port, a VGA or DVI output, mic and headphone jacks. It supports vido resolutions of up to 1680 x 1050 and will allow you to either clone your netbook desktop on a larger display or set up an extended display with separate content showing on each screen.
Good Way is an ODM, which means you may see this docking station show up under a different brand name. A Good Way rep told me the docking station typically retails for between $160 and $180. The company also sells a line of USB hubs, USB VGA and DVI adapters, and data migration cables for syncing files between your computers.
Glory Mark, meanwhile is pushing its GDS-5120/GDS-5160 docking station which adds a DVI port, a PC to PC link, 4 USB ports, and 5.1 channel audio to notebooks. The GDS-5120 supports monitors with display resolutions up to 1400 x 150 pixels, while the GDS-5160 supports screens up to 1680 x 1050 or 1600 x 1200. Glory Mark also makes a line of tiny media player boxes, USB hubs, and flash card readers. A Glory Mark rep at CES said the docking station retails for around $120 to $150.
Honestly I’m not convinced most netbook users need these types of docking stations. Most netbooks come with 2-3 USB ports and if you need more you can pick up a cheap 4 port USB hub for a few bucks. And most netbooks also have a VGA out port. If you have a monitor that needs a DVI connection you can usually find an adapter for much less money than one of these docking stations.

Mobile Edge launches new UltraPortable Computer Sleeves!

Technology evolves quickly, so it’s important as a technology company to advance in unison. The newest trend in mobile computing right now is UltraPortable Laptop Computers. Manufacturers such as Asus, HP, Dell, Toshiba, Apple, Lenovo and others have all come out with Netbook computers in multiple sizes such as: 7 inch, 8.9 inch and 10 inch sizes. These are actual computers! They really are the perfect companion for any road warrior.
The design team at Mobile Edge created three new UltraPortable Neoprene Sleeves to accommodate the 8.9 inch, and 10 inch Netbook Computers. Of course the 8.9 inch neoprene sleeve will accommodate the 7 inch UltraPortable Computer just fine.
Mobile Edge UltraPortable Computer Sleeve with red pipingFor people that travel often, this new revolution of UltraPortable Computers is a great alternative. Traveling around with a large 17 inch wide screen can be cumbersome and can take its toll on your back and shoulders. The new collection of Mobile Edge UltraPortable Neoprene Sleeves is the perfect solution for UltraPortable computers. All three styles come with an attractive and affordable retail price of only $24.99.
Because the neoprene sleeves are somewhat form fitting, they can still fit into a larger bag or briefcase you already own.
There have been reviews posted all over the Internet praising this new wave of Netbook computers. The cost of the new compact computers are very reasonable. For the same price I paid for my new Apple iPhone, I could have paid for a new 8.9 Netbook. (I had to pay full price for my new 16GB 3G iPhone because my contract with AT&T was not up for renewal. I’m not bitter…)
The new sleeves are available in three color options and two sizes. Get your UltraPortable Sleeve today by visiting the Mobile Edge website!

James Bond computer technology may soon replace mouse with interactive gloves

London, November 24: The computer technology shown in science fictions like Minority Report and James Bond flicks are drawing closer to reality, with a Los Angeles-based company designing a system that can consign the mouse to history.
John Underkoffler, chief scientist at Oblong Industries that has created the technology, says that the new technology called G-Speak may fundamentally change the way we interact with computers.

PC: MSI Neton Touchscreen

If 2008 will be the year of the inauguration of the NETBOOK, 2009 could be the year of low-cost PC All-in-One with a touchscreen. In the coming months, the market Asus Eee Top and the new MSI Neton. The smallest of the three models Neton, the M16, a 15.6-inch screen with a resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels and will be put into circulation in February at a price of $ 400, about 320 €. The M19 model, an 18.5-inch screen with a resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels and will be marketed in January at a price of $ 500, about 400 €.
Finally, the M22 model has a 22-inch screen with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels and will be marketed in March at a price of $ 800, about 640 €. For all three models, the screen is optional, as well as the opportunity to work with an Intel Atom single-core or dual-core and the ability to provide integrated TV tuner, while only M22 model will have the option of Blu-ray and the remote control.

Toshiba Qosmio G50 Notebook with Spurs Engine

Toshiba announced 20 new notebook PCs in Japan market including the Qosmio G50 laptop that features Toshiba’s Spurs Engine graphic chipset. The two Spurs Engine powered G50 laptops are G50/97H and G50/96H.
Both Qosmio G50/97H and G50/96H sport an Intel Core 2 Duo P8600 2.4GHz processor, 4GB of RAM, 320GB hard drive, DVD SuperMulti burner, WiFi 802.11n/b/g, Bluetooth 2.0 and a 18.4-inch Clear SuperView 1920×1080 Full HD LCD display.
The G50/97H is powered by PM45 Express chipset and a 512MB NVIDIA 9600M GT video card while the G50/96H features GM45 Express chipset and onboard GMA 4500MHD graphic chipset.
Toshiba’s two Spurs Engine equipped notebooks have 1.3 Megapixel webcam, HDMI out,, integrated TV tuner and also built-in harman/kardon speakers.

Amazing Invention - A Complete Computer in a 160mm ball

Today’s technology is at its peak point beyond what we could ever imagine. New inventions and innovations are emerging on daily basis. No one would have seen such amazing thing before. Our imaginations have dressed into reality and today it has become possible to have a whole computer in our pocket all the time. This ball computer has taken the computer technology to new horizons.
You may have seen many other inventions of this kind but what is unique in it is that when it is closed no one is able to guess that this ball contains a whole computer inside it. When you will open you will find a complete set which includes display screen, virtual keyboard and a mouse.
This is known as E-Ball which is designed by Apostol Tnokovski. He was aiming to create the smallest PC in the world when this idea comes in his mind.
It is shaped like a sphere because in its designer’s opinion this is the best shape in nature and it captures everyone’s attention.

Rear Projection Displays / Display Grids

Rear projection is mostly used in situations with short projection distances. Under such circumstances different parts of an image are produced by individual displays arranged in a grid to show the larger image.Lens specifications are usually indicated by the ratio of projection distance to screen width. Multiple projectors are often advantageous because in order to achieve the same level of brightness as that of multiple projectors, single projectors need wide-angle lenses and a powerful light source. As screen size is increased the “hotspot effect” becomes more apparent.Thus, most people prefer to use display grids when large screens are required. Each projector is installed on a special rack behind the screen while the control, the signal source, signal receptor and format conversion equipment are installed behind the screen on the two horizontal sides or below the projector rack. This enables maintenance of the equipment without disturbing the projector.

IBM cuts Sun Micro offer to $9.50 a share: source

An IBM spokesman declined comment. The companies have not confirmed talks, but a source told Reuters on Thursday that the deal price had been negotiated down to $9.55 share and that a deal could be announced some time next week.
The deal is seen as a way for IBM to bolster its offering of computer servers, storage equipment and software as competition heats up with rivals like Hewlett-Packard .
The latest offer price represents a 91 percent premium to Sun's $4.97 close on March 17, a day before talks between the two technology companies were first reported.
The deal would be IBM's largest acquisition to date, and analysts say it will likely face intense antitrust scrutiny in the United States and Europe because it will give IBM a substantial lead in high-end business computers.
Some also say that Sun's software assets will help IBM compete more efficiently as large technology companies like Cisco Systems Inc seek to offer customers a comprehensive set of products including computer hardware, and Web-based software.

Intel Classmate 2

Intel's Classmate 2 was never intended for manufacture by Intel; the PC was simply a reference design provided for OEMs. Well, the first one is here: meet the Computer Technology Link 2Go PC.
Computer Technology Link has the presumptive first manufacturer of the Classmate 2 for some time now. The final unit specs are the same as the demonstration model we've been playing with since the Intel Developer Forum—and which, in a later incarnation, we found quite palatable at CES—barring the replacement of the 802.11n wireless card with a b/g unit.