...In Scenario #1 where Sarah sees the unattended laptop computer on Makoto’s porch, she commits Larceny when she takes it home and tells everyone she owns it. She is committing Larceny, because she unlawfully took Makoto’s personal property, in this case a laptop computer, with the intent to permanently deprive Makoto of its possession, (Miller, R. & Jentz, G., (2008)., p128). Depending on the valued amount of the laptop computer, Sarah could be committing Petit (Misdemeanor) Larceny if it is valued under $1,000 and Grand (Felony) Larceny in the Fourth Degree, if its value exceeds $1,000, but is less than $3,000, (http://theftdefenseattorney.com/larceny-law-resource/misdemeanor-larceny-vs-felony-larceny/). In Scenario #2 where Sarah sees Makoto with a laptop, holds him at gunpoint and forces him to give up the computer, Sarah is committing Aggravated Robbery. Aggravated Robbery, because she used a deadly weapon to invoked fear in Makoto, so that he would give Sarah his personal property. Sarah running away with Makoto’s computer is an indication that she intended to permanently deprive Makoto of his property. In Scenario #3 where Sarah enters Makoto’s property to obtain the laptop computer she seen on a desk inside his home, she is committing Burglary. In this situation, she has committed Burglary, because she broke Makoto’s front door lock, entered his dwelling, and stole his laptop computer. Had she used her gun at all during this burglary, then it would be aggravated...
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...FDD | Personal Computer Components, Storage Devices | | * HDD | Personal Computer Components, Storage Devices Installing and Configuring System Components, Install and Configure Storage Devices | | * Solid state vs. magnetic | Personal Computer Components, Storage Devices Installing and Configuring System Components, Install and Configure Storage Devices | | * Optical drives | Personal Computer Components, Storage Devices Installing and Configuring System Components, Install and Configure Storage Devices | | * CD / DVD / RW / Blu-Ray | Personal Computer Components, Storage Devices Installing and Configuring System Components, Install and Configure Storage Devices | | * Removable storage | Personal Computer Components, Storage Devices Installing and Configuring System Components, Install and Configure Storage Devices | | * Tape drive | Personal Computer Components, Storage Devices Installing and Configuring System Components, Install and Configure Storage Devices | | * Solid state (e.g. thumb drive, flash, SD cards, USB) | Personal Computer Components, Storage Devices Installing and Configuring System Components, Install and Configure Storage Devices | | * External CD-RW and hard drive | Personal Computer Components, Storage Devices Installing and Configuring System Components, Install and Configure Storage Devices | | * Hot swappable devices and non-hot swappable devices | Personal Computer Components,...
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...Question 2 1) What is a computing cluster? Clustering is when two or more computers are connected to behave like a single computer. This alters the overall power, increasing processing speed and storage capacity. All the computers perform the same tasks and are normally connected by LAN. 2) Describe how the SETI@home project uses distributed computing to achieve its objectives. SETI@home operates by using computers across the globe to analyse radio telescope signals. SETI@home uses a large and sensitive telescope located in Arecibo, Puerto Rico. It uses this telescope to listen for radio signals in space. As a large amount of computing power is required to cover the appropriate frequencies the telescope detects, SETI@home uses a significant numbers...
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...PC VERSUS MAC Quinston B. Barfield University of Maryland University College IFSM 201 E222 Concepts and Applications of Information Technology (2148) Abstract Mac vs. PC has been a debate for over 20 years on which is better for conventional use. Since the creation of PC and the birth of MAC, many owners of both have arguable stated that one is better than the other. The truth of the matter is that it is simply based off user preference. Both offer a myriad of tools necessary to accommodate any need that you may have, whether it's for business use or just gaming. Based on the information researched on the operating systems, technical specifications, reliability, and user options PC vs. MAC I will have made my verdict on which is ranked number 1. PC Versus MAC Over the last decade, many computer users have argued that PC is better than MAC and MAC is better than PC. Although it is difficult to prove, there are a facts about both that may have their users in the emotional state about who's better. This very debate has ruined friendships, business and inspired some controversial yet creative advertisement, but with all of the debates not many users understand the difference between them. With assistance from a few sources I will share why this debate has yet to be solved. The difference between the Operating Systems The operating system is what significantly separates the two, Windows versus OS X Mavericks. "OS X is the operating system...
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...I have a HP Flyer Laptop PC and I have had it for a few years now. Personally I love it and I think the operating system is great. Reading chapter 8 in the textbook has helped me understand my operating system more and my laptop more as a whole. The operating system that I have on my laptop is Windows 7 Professional. Along with Windows 7 Professional, Service pack 1 is also on the computer. There is a 500 GB hard drive and also 14.7 G of disk space. It was interesting seeing that the processor installed on the laptop is called AMD E - 350 Processor 1.60 GHz. I did not think that processors would have unique labelings, I figured they would just have simple names. The RAM amount is 4.00 GB and the computer cannot be updated to the latest version. Reading about the many features of Windows 7 Professional was a surprise because I did not notice all of them until I did some research. Windows 7 Professional has an encrypting file system that enables encrypting of files and folders directly from Windows explorer. Another great feature is that the whole computer or certain files, folders, etc can be backed up on DVDs, CDs, and networks along. The computer, files, folders, etc can also be restored from the DVDs, CDs, and networks. There is also a memory support feature that allows 192 GB of physical memory to be supported. Along with the other features, Windows 7 Professional has location aware printing. This means that your computer can search for near printers and will...
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...Marketing For Hewlett Packard Laptop Betty Senesac BUS235: Introduction to Marketing Instructor: LaKisha Bryant Bruce October 7th, 2013 Product Marketing For Hewlett Packard Laptop The product chosen for this assignment is a Hewlett Packard Laptop. The information shared in this paper will show price, features, and availability. It will compare the price differences as well as features against a competitor’s model. A Hewlett Packard (HP) laptop might be obtained essentially anyplace that offers computers. The cost hinges upon the store and whether it is at a bargain. The particular case that is possessed by this scholar was discounted at a Wal-Mart for $349.99. This item is normally at a bargain around the start of the school year, tax season, and around Christmas time. It is focused market group is individuals who use PCs or are into technology, particularly for utilization for work or school. Clients think most about cost and additional items. A portion of the key characteristics of this specific laptop incorporate a DVD+/-R/RW, an HD screen and inherent Webcam. Some laptops do not accompany a Webcam or DVD+/-R/RW. A customer might pick a portable computer dependent upon what they have to utilize it for. Case in point assuming that they mean to store a great deal of information on the laptop they might need bunches of memory. Assuming that they plan on utilizing it to copy CD's or DVD's then they might need a DVD+/-R/RW. The Hewlett-Packard laptop is branded with the HP...
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...The world has become very dependent on computers. The king of the block used to be the traditional desktop computer. With the rise of the laptop computer the demand for the once revered desktop computer has declined. This raises the need to investigate the current and future state of the laptop computer and why it is dominating the market. Overall, research will show that the advantages of moving to a laptop computer can far outreach the benefits of the disappearing desktop computer. Laptop versus Desktop Computers Computers are a very important part of our lives both in business and personal use. The decision between laptop and desktop can be a difficult one. Laptop computers provide many advantages over their disappearing predecessor, the traditional desktop computer. Many of today’s manufacturers are focusing on mobile computers because the demand for them is much greater than for the traditional desktops. As this technology advances and becomes quicker and easier to use, the traditional desktop computer is slowly joining other dinosaurs like the record player and 8 track player. The Rise of Laptop Computers Just ten years ago laptop computers served a small group of people in the business world. Their processing power was slow and capabilities were extremely limited compared to the standard desktop computer. The cost for a laptop was far from affordable to the average person. They did have one advantage at the time; mobility. They could be carried almost anywhere;...
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...Mac Vs. PC “The biggest ongoing discussion has to be the one that’s dominated the technological world for well over two decades: the Mac vs Pc debate” (Intel.com). Many have debated that Pc is better than Mac while others have debated Mac is better than Pc. Only a few have said that it depends on what it’s used for. If only we had more insight to both sides of Mac and Pc. Many people pick a computer based on what they are used for to and don’t find the computer that’s right for them. Others don’t find out the facts about each computer and just go with the cheapest because it’s cheap, even though they would be getting a cheap computer it can still be the wrong kind of computer for them, plus it wouldn’t work to their advantage. Before reading this you have to dismiss the ideas you had about Mac’s and Pc’s. If you put aside what you think you know about Pc, and Mac you will understand what computer is best for you. “Mac is a line of personal (PCs) designed, developed, and marketed by Inc. It was initially targeted mainly at the home, education, and creative professional markets. Since the introduction of the Macintosh, the computer has seen significant evolution now making it one of, if not the most powerful general-purpose computers on the market. It now targets the business, science, and law markets as well.” “Microsoft Windows is a series of graphical interface operating systems developed, marketed, and sold by Microsoft. Microsoft introduced an operating named Windows on November...
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...http://hubpages.com/hub/Laptop-vs-Tablet-for-Students http://compreviews.about.com/od/buyers/a/Tablets-vs-Laptops.htm http://www.lenovo.com/us/en/faqs/laptop-vs-tablet/ Do you have a kid approaching middle school age? Chances are your child has already done some school projects using the family computer. He's had to research the Web, or type and print out a report. Now you may be considering the purchase of another device to support his needs as he heads into tween hood, high school and beyond. What is best - a laptop or a tablet? What device will be more advantageous for schoolwork, and also support the social networking and game playing that kids will inevitably want to do? Technology Use in Schools Here are some examples of how kids are using technology in schools. * Online and visual learning: Many teachers have incorporated videos of lessons into their plan, either of themselves teaching the lesson, or from an outside source. Often, watching an assigned video is part of the homework. * Practicing skills: Playing math games are a fun way for kids to practice skills or math facts. Students also practice test taking or other skills with online games. * Researching topics: At an early age, schoolchildren start using the Internet to find information about topics they are learning about. The average young student knows all about Wikipedia, which has all but replaced the encyclopedias we used to use. * Reading: Textbooks and literature are becoming more...
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...Laptop computer technologies are the cutting edge of business and academic tools. With the advent of laptop computers business owners, students, and private citizens can take their businesses or academic projects as well as personal or social networking anywhere. However, the rechargeable battery power source is strictly limited with regard to time of available use after each recharge. Modern day rechargeable battery technologies are available with the use of solar power for a many things with the exception of laptop computer batteries. The following proposal will illustrate the need for and the feasibility of Hewlett Packard manufacturing a laptop technology that integrates solar power with the existing electrical power to include a solar power rechargeable battery backup. This proposal will also introduces pricing, and non-pricing strategies, and increases in product differentiation, minimizing costs of the product. Increasing Revenue: There are three ways a business can increase revenue. (1) A company must increase the number of new clients or customers. (2) Increase the value of each sale made to a client or customers with courtesy, and knowledge or technological innovations and advancements. (3) Increase the number of times that client or customer buys from the company (Doyle, 2005). Price is not always the answer, when company offers a lower price to the consumer he or she may look at this as a problem with the equipment the company is trying to sell. The consumer...
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...Invention vs. Innovation Invention and innovation are often treated as synonyms in conversation, which is simply not the case. Though they are similar in meaning, there are nuances that are lost if the wrong word is used. Dictionary.com defines invention as “a new, useful process, machine, improvement, etc., that did not exist previously and that is recognized as the product of some unique intuition or genius, as distinguished from ordinary mechanical skill or craftsmanship.” Innovation, on the other hand, is an improvement upon or makes an important contribution to a device or process already in existence. That is the important difference between the two—invention creates a whole new object or process while innovation makes that object or process better. Some companies call themselves leaders in innovation because they own many patents. A patent is “the exclusive right granted by a government to an inventor to manufacture, use, or sell an invention for a certain number of years,” according to Dictionary.com. Although they do research to determine whether it is legal for the applicant to hold the patent, the US Patent Office does not test any invention to determine if it is actually useful. Thousands of patents are on file for useless devices or processes that have helped precisely no-one and made no impact on any industry. If a patent is useless, it may be an invention, but it most certainly is not an innovation. One example of outstanding innovation often given is the MacBook...
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...MICROSOFT VS MACBOOK INTRODUCTION May 2006 marked a special moment in computer history. Apple introduced the MacBook: the first consumer Apple laptop that runs on an Intel chip. This is significant because Windows users now can truly compare Windows-based laptops to the MacBook family. The speed of the MacBook is on pace with the speed of PC laptops. Windows users have less and less reasons to remain Windows users. Running parallel to the increasing reasons to consider Mac over Windows is the fact that our world has evolved from a desktop world to a laptop world. Laptops are so fast and well-equipped nowadays that they serve the needs of not only consumer users, but also professional users such as graphic designers and high-end Photoshop users. There's now only two groups of users that should even consider buying desktops:1. mega-power users. This includes hardcore gamers, 3d animation users and professional video editors. These guys need the fastest machines available to make their processor-hogging routines running faster and faster.2. super-budget users. You can get a nice desktop for $500 nowadays. nice laptops go for about $1000+.That leaves the rest of us. And that's a large group. Laptops offer a freedom that no desktop (or even an iMac) can offer: Portability. Use the laptop on the couch while watching TV. Use it at your desk to get serious work done. Use it on the deck to enjoy the spring weather. Use it at the coffee shop or library to simply look cool. Plus, they...
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...Laptop Versus Tablet: Which One To Buy Brittney Yingling Prof. Jimmie Flores CIS 109: Intro to Mgt.Info Systems 10/24/2015 The laptop versus tablet battle is one that has left many consumers stuck choosing both and with the tablet market growing rapidly each year consumers are have begun to question whether they actually need a laptop. Laptops are intended to be mobile desktop computers and are built with powerful enough hardware to accommodate productivity on the go. Tablets are handheld devices that are mainly used to watch videos and browse the internet. Laptops are generally for content creation while tablets are meant for content consumption. “Laptop vs Tablet. (n.d.). Retrieved October 25, 2015.” There are many factors to consider when choosing to purchase a laptop or a tablet, including price (how much can I afford and how much am I willing to spend?), size/portability (will I be carrying this around or will it sit on a desk?), battery life (how often will I need to charge my device?), features (what features are essential to me?), lifespan (how long am I planning to keep the device/how long will the device function properly?), operating system/software/apps (what are my software requirements and how will this integrate with my other devices?). Laptops are generally pricier than tablets. A laptop may cost between $600 to $1500, depending on brand and features. The average tablet will run between $200 and $800...
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...Environmental Scanning/ Marketing Project 1 Ashley Jackson Marketing 314 2/18/10 Environmental Scan- IPAD Laptops are one of the most common sources of information. In today’s fast paced economy, where would we be without a laptop or computer? It would almost be like you were living in the dark ages. While laptops and computers are convenient to have, Apple has come out with a new and revolutionary product that changes everything. It’s called the iPad. Apple Inc. is a multinational corporation that creates consumer electronics, computer software, and commercial servers. Founders Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak effectively created Apple Computer on April 1, 1976 and incorporated the company on January 3, 1977 in Cupertino, California (Bellis). The Apple iPad was announced on January 27, 2010 with retail availability commencing in April and systematically growing in markets throughout 2010. The iPad is twice the size of the iPhone with the same capabilities of any other laptop computer, but still smaller, making it more convenient to carry with you. For an iPad with Wi-Fi, it has a reasonable price of $499 for a 16GB, $599 for a 32GB, and $699 for a 64GB. If you want one with Wi-Fi and 3G, you can find one for $629 for a 16Gb, $720 for a 32Gb and $829 for a 64GB. In this environmental scan, I am going to break down the iPad into five different environments, social, economic, technological, competitive, and regulatory. The first environment is the social environment...
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...Desktops vs. Laptops You may often hear people say laptops are better to have than desktops. Although they are very convenient and portable, desktop computers are faster, easier to work with, and have more features. What is best for one person may not be best for another person. They both have their advantages and disadvantages, but for each we have to consider whether the good outweigh the bad. We have to take into consideration price, size, speed, and capacity, battery life, and stability. Laptops are usually more expensive than desktops because that are a great deal smaller and still have many of the same components as a desktop. Because of the way they are designed, components have to fit into a small compact space, conserve power, and produce less heat. Repairs and maintenance will cost more because they usually require professional work in order to be fixed properly. The parts are also smaller for laptops, making them more expensive. The most obvious difference between laptops and desktops is size. This is also the main reason a person may choose to get a laptop. They are much smaller and lighter, which makes them easier to travel with. You can go anywhere, anytime, and still have access to a computer. You can receive wi-fi, so the internet connection should not be a problem. You are not tied to one particular desk, and you have the freedom to move around with them. They are great for class and work presentations. When you get a desktop home and place it that is...
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