Last lesson I started working on my eBook. The topics i will be researching and putting in my eBook are:- Handheld Devices
- Piracy and Copyright
- Secondary Storage (Hard Disk Drive & DVD and Blu-ray Disks)
- Bluetooth
Last lesson i found information on handheled devices - These are my findings:
What are handheld devices? A handheld device/mobile device/handheld computer is a pocket-sized computing device, typically having a display screen with touch input and/or miniature keyboard.
What do we use them for? Who uses them? People who require internet/computer use on the go mostly use these devices.
This lesson I am continuing to gather information to place in my eBook
Thursday, August 25, 2011
Sunday, August 14, 2011
Bits and Bytes.
1. What is a Digit?
A digit is a single place that can hold numerical values between 0 and 9.
2. Normal counting numbers used in everyday life are based on what sequence of numbers?
They are based on the decimal sequence of numbers.
3. Where does the word bit originate from? Binary digit was combined to create it.
4. Binary numbers don’t use base 10. What base do they use? What digits are available in base 2?Binary numbers use a base-2 number system. The digits available are 0-1.
5. What is a byte?
The byte is a unit of digital information in computing and telecommunications and usually consists of eight bits. A byte is made up of bits.
6. How many bytes in a kilo, mega, giga and tera bytes:
kilo: 1024 bytes
mega: 1, 048, 576 bytes
giga: 1, 073, 741, 824 bytes
tera: 1, 099, 511, 627, 776 bytes
7. Complete the following conversions:
1000 Mb = 0.9765625 Gb
500 Gb = 512 000 Mb
5000 Kb = 4.8828125 Mb
A digit is a single place that can hold numerical values between 0 and 9.
2. Normal counting numbers used in everyday life are based on what sequence of numbers?
They are based on the decimal sequence of numbers.
3. Where does the word bit originate from? Binary digit was combined to create it.
4. Binary numbers don’t use base 10. What base do they use? What digits are available in base 2?Binary numbers use a base-2 number system. The digits available are 0-1.
5. What is a byte?
The byte is a unit of digital information in computing and telecommunications and usually consists of eight bits. A byte is made up of bits.
6. How many bytes in a kilo, mega, giga and tera bytes:
kilo: 1024 bytes
mega: 1, 048, 576 bytes
giga: 1, 073, 741, 824 bytes
tera: 1, 099, 511, 627, 776 bytes
7. Complete the following conversions:
1000 Mb = 0.9765625 Gb
500 Gb = 512 000 Mb
5000 Kb = 4.8828125 Mb
Sunday, August 7, 2011
Handheld Computing.
1. What are MID and UMPC devices?
MID (Mobile Internet Device)- Consumer-class lifestyle device
- Runs a 'lightweight" OS with quick startup like Linux
- Optimized for things like media playback and web surfing
- In 2009 (or so) Moorestown-based devices will be classed as MIDs only
UMPC (Ultra mobile personal computer)
- Business-class device for enterprise users
- Runs a "heavy" OS like Vista
- Optimized for office-use applications like Excel, Word, etc.
- Business-class device for enterprise users
- Runs a "heavy" OS like Vista
- Optimized for office-use applications like Excel, Word, etc.
MID (Mobile Internet Device)- Consumer-class lifestyle device
- Runs a 'lightweight" OS with quick startup like Linux
- Optimized for things like media playback and web surfing
- In 2009 (or so) Moorestown-based devices will be classed as MIDs only
2. What are the differences between a Notebook handheld computing device and a Netbook handheld computing device?
Notebook:
- Larger than a Netbook
- Can run more complicated programs like Photoshop etc.
- Runs out of power quicker
- Has a dual core processor
- Stores more memory
Netbook:
- Mainly for checking your emails, twitter etc
- Small, handy for carrying around.
- Doesn't store much memory.
- Runs basic programs like Word etc.
3. Describe the design and feeatures of the Apple iPad then discuss how it compares with a Netbook:
- 2 cameras
- Thinner and therefore lighter
- long battery life
- LED, backlit display
- Multi touch
- Wifi and 3G
The iPad is alot thinner and easier to use and can do a wide variety of things on it. Like take photos, download apps, listen to music easily and browse the web easily. it is also touch screen which many people prefer. The size of the ipad also makes it alot easier to take places.
4. Of the three handheld devices which one would suit your needs and why?
I think the ipad would suit my needs the best because it is capable of doing alot of things and i have always liked Apple and i trust them. The iPad is also good for when i go away, i can take it with me.
5. If i was looking for a UMPC device with a screen size of 10 inch or less, which would you recommend?
I would recommend the iPad because it is the size suited and is capable of fulfilling all your needs.
Thursday, July 28, 2011
The CPU.
1. What is the function of the CPU?
The CPU is the heart of the computer.
2. What was the name of the first CPU?
The name of the first CPU was the intel 8080.
3. Referring to the graph on page 2 of the article, describe how the speed of CPU's has changed:
The speed of CPU's today compared to the older ones is significantly faster. To the point where MIPS ratings lose alot of their meaning.
4. What does MIPS measure?
MIPS measure instructions per second. It stands for " millions of instructions per second".
5. Research what is a dual core processor, what is multitasking and how do the two work together:
A dual core processor is a CPU with two seperate cores, each with its own cache. It's the same as two microprocessors in one.
Multitasking is when you handle two seperate tasks at the same time.
The two work together because the dual core processor has to seperate cores meaning it's multitasking, doing seperate tasks between the two cores.
Read the article about the Intel Atom processor then post about what benefits this processor offers mobile devices:
The benefits are:
- A new range of power-efficient devices.
- Highly integrated application processor.
- Smaller, more compact designs.
- Low power options.
- better performance and increased system responsiveness.
The CPU is the heart of the computer.
2. What was the name of the first CPU?
The name of the first CPU was the intel 8080.
3. Referring to the graph on page 2 of the article, describe how the speed of CPU's has changed:
The speed of CPU's today compared to the older ones is significantly faster. To the point where MIPS ratings lose alot of their meaning.
4. What does MIPS measure?
MIPS measure instructions per second. It stands for " millions of instructions per second".
5. Research what is a dual core processor, what is multitasking and how do the two work together:
A dual core processor is a CPU with two seperate cores, each with its own cache. It's the same as two microprocessors in one.
Multitasking is when you handle two seperate tasks at the same time.
The two work together because the dual core processor has to seperate cores meaning it's multitasking, doing seperate tasks between the two cores.
Read the article about the Intel Atom processor then post about what benefits this processor offers mobile devices:
The benefits are:
- A new range of power-efficient devices.
- Highly integrated application processor.
- Smaller, more compact designs.
- Low power options.
- better performance and increased system responsiveness.
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
Broadband Research.
1. What is broadband?
Broadband internet access is a high data rate connection to the internet. The superfast speeds mean that whatever you're doing; downloading movies or music, playing games or uploading photos, it'll happen, lightning fast.
2. Outline the methods of delivery (wireless, cable, ADSL and fibre). Identify the speed of each method?
Wireless: Wi-Fi radio systems link up to remote locations over great distances. Compared to hard-wired connectivity there are greater security risks. Speeds are significantly slower (2-50 times slower).
Cable: Cable internet uses the cable television infrastructure which also uses the telephone network. It travels from the internet provider to the end user. About 100 megabits per second for some residences.
Fibre: By fibre-optic cables connected directly to buildings will deliver broadband of speeds up to 100 megabits per second.
ADSL: ADSL service is delivered simultaneously with reguler telephone on the same telephone line. The data speed ranges from about 256 megabits per second to 20 megabits per second.
3.
4. Give examples of broadband providers and identify the costs:
Broadband internet access is a high data rate connection to the internet. The superfast speeds mean that whatever you're doing; downloading movies or music, playing games or uploading photos, it'll happen, lightning fast.
2. Outline the methods of delivery (wireless, cable, ADSL and fibre). Identify the speed of each method?
Wireless: Wi-Fi radio systems link up to remote locations over great distances. Compared to hard-wired connectivity there are greater security risks. Speeds are significantly slower (2-50 times slower).
Cable: Cable internet uses the cable television infrastructure which also uses the telephone network. It travels from the internet provider to the end user. About 100 megabits per second for some residences.
Fibre: By fibre-optic cables connected directly to buildings will deliver broadband of speeds up to 100 megabits per second.
ADSL: ADSL service is delivered simultaneously with reguler telephone on the same telephone line. The data speed ranges from about 256 megabits per second to 20 megabits per second.
3.
Advantages | Disadvantages | |
Wireless | - No cords | - Slower speed - Less secure |
Cable | - Particularly fast | - Not all cable tv networks are equipped for internet connection. |
ADSL | - No dial-up | - Not all phone lines are equipped for internet connection. |
Fibre | - High speed | - Cords required. |
Wireless | Cable | |
Optus | 12 month contract for 16GB = $59.95/month | 12 month contract, 50 GB = $49.99/month |
Bigpond | 12 month contract, 50 GB = $79.95/month | 12 month contract, 50 GB = $79.95/month |
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
The World of Multimedia.
1. Where do you commonly use multimedia in your daily life, list as many examples as you can:
- Mac laptop - Work
- Mobile phone - Home
- iPod - School
- Home phone
- TV
- DVD player
- DVD
- Internet
2. What multimedia device or service would you find it hardest to be without?
I would find it hardest to live without my phone. but I would also find it hard to live without my iPod and Mac because i need to listen to my music everyday and my Mac i use whenever i am at home. My mobile is probably the most important because i can do so much on it. i can text and call people, i can go on the Internet, take photos and i can listen to music on it. not only is my phone fun to use but i need to have it so I'm able to contact my mum, for safety reason.
3. The video on future directions has already to some extent come true. what multimedia technologies displayed in this video is already commonly used?
In the video the girl on the train does a video call with her friend which is able to happen at the moment.
4. Do you see any disadvantages/advantages to the use of such multimedia technology?
- Mac laptop - Work
- Mobile phone - Home
- iPod - School
- Home phone
- TV
- DVD player
- DVD
- Internet
2. What multimedia device or service would you find it hardest to be without?
I would find it hardest to live without my phone. but I would also find it hard to live without my iPod and Mac because i need to listen to my music everyday and my Mac i use whenever i am at home. My mobile is probably the most important because i can do so much on it. i can text and call people, i can go on the Internet, take photos and i can listen to music on it. not only is my phone fun to use but i need to have it so I'm able to contact my mum, for safety reason.
3. The video on future directions has already to some extent come true. what multimedia technologies displayed in this video is already commonly used?
In the video the girl on the train does a video call with her friend which is able to happen at the moment.
4. Do you see any disadvantages/advantages to the use of such multimedia technology?
Advantages | Disadvantages |
Quick and easy to communicate. | There will be less face to face meetings. |
Easy to use. | If something goes wrong (e.g. It’s faulty) there will be a lot of problems because everyone will rely on the technology. |
Wide variety of things to do. | Not everyone will be able to understand how to use the advanced technology compared to others. |
Easy to access information. | |
Doesn’t require much effort e.g. You can just say what you want to happen and it’s all done for you. |
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
29th June. Camera angle script.
This is the camera angle script that we were going to use that i constructed to make it easier for the video to be filmed;
View of a heart breaking with the title disaster date on it.
Slide to alex (close up camera angle) words ‘ accomplice: alex’ on the bottom of the screen.
Slide to Katherine walking (different camera angles) words ‘target: Katherine’ on the bottom of the screen. Still image of Katherine, dark effect to it. With the list of the things she hates on the side.Katherine hates- Nut jobs
- Guys who are controlling
- Guys who insult her sense of fashion.
Fade in onto Selena sitting in the restaurant. ( far away camera shot, then change to close up)
- Guys who are controlling
- Guys who insult her sense of fashion.
Fade in onto Selena sitting in the restaurant. ( far away camera shot, then change to close up)
Close up of selena out of the restaurant (close up camera angle) with the words ‘stalker: jason’
Far away angle of Katherine walking into the restaurant then close up of her face from inside the restaurant.
Close up of alex and joy in the control room laughing with the words ‘control room’ on the bottom.
Video of the restaurant from the roof of Katherine walking in.
Close up view of Katherine and Jason hugging
Close up view of alex outside of the restaurant
Birds eye view of the couple sitting at th restaurant then close up view of them.
Close up on Katherine talking
Switch to Jason
Switch to Katherine
Close up of alex and joy laughing in the control room
Close up of Jason
Switch to Katherine
Switch to Jason
Switch to Katherine
Far away camera angle of joy and alex in the contol room
Far away camera angle of the waitress talking to the couple
Close up of Katherine ordering
Close up of waitress walking away
Birds eye view of the couple and the waitress walking away
Close up of Jason drinking
Close up of Katherine
Switch to Jason
Switch to Katherine
Switch to Jason
Switch to Katherine looking up at the waitress
Far away shot of the waitress and the couple
Close up view of Katherine ordering
Close up of Jason
Close up of the waitress
Camera videoing from behind the waitress of the couple while the waitress walks away
Close up of Jason
Close up of Katherine
Close up of alex speaking into microphone leading to Jason with voiceover
Camera angle from the floor of the couple while Jason gets out of his seat
Change to side view of the couple
Close up view of Katherine
Close up view of Jason starting from his head moving down his body
Quick change to Katherine
Far away shot of the control room
Close up view of Jason
Change to Katherine
Close up of alex and joy
Far away shot of the couple
Close up camera angle of Katherine
Switch to Jason
Switch to Katherine
Close up of alex and joy
Close up of Katherine
Switch to Jason
Far away side shot of the couple
Close up of jaosn
Switch to Katherine
Side view of the couple
Close up of Jason
Close up of Katherine
Far away shot of the couple
Close up side view of Jason
Switch to Katherine
Switch to Jason
Switch to Katherine
Switch to Jason
Switch to Katherine
Switch to Jason
Switch to Katherine
Switch to Jason
Switch to Katherine
Switch to Jason
Switch to Katherine
Switch to Jason
Switch to Katherine
Birds eye view of the waitress putting the food on their table
Close up of Katherine
Switch to waitress giving food to Jason, waitresses back
Close up of Katherine
Switch to Jason
Switch to Katherine
Switch to Jason
Switch to Katherine
Close up of joy and alex
Far away side view of the couple
Close up of Katherine
Birds eye view of the couple coming from behind katherines back
Sideview of the couple
Close up of Katherine
Close up of Jason
Close up of Katherine
Birds eye view from the opposite side of the restaurant from the couple of the waitress walking over to them
Close up of alex with voiceover
Far away shot of the couple and the waitress from behind Katherine
Close up of the waitress
Close up of Jason
Close up of Katherine from behind the waitresses back
Close up of Jason
Close up of Katherine
Close of up Jason
Close up of the waitress
Close up of Katherine
Far away shot of them
Close up of Jason
Close up of Katherine
Far away shot of alex and joy
Close up of Jason
Close up of Katherine
Close up of Jason
Close up of Katherine
Far away shot of the couple and Jason placing chicken in waitresses pocket
Close up of Katherine
Far away shot of them
Close up of Katherine
Far away shot of the couple and the waitress walking away
Close up of Katherine
Close up of joy and alex laughing
Close up of Jason
Switch to Katherine
Switch to Jason
Switch to Katherine
Far away side view of the couple
Close up of Katherine
Switch to Jason
Switch to Katherine
Birds eye view of the couple and the waitress walking past
Close up of Jason
Side view of the couple
Close up of Katherine
Switch to Jason
Far away shot of the control room
Close up view of alex
Birds eye view of the couple focusing on Jason
Close up of Jason
Switch to Katherine drinking
Far away shot of the couple
Close up of Jason
Cklose up of Katherine
Side view of the couple
Close up view of Katherine
Switch to Jason
Switch to Katherine
Switch to Jason
Switch to Katherine
Switch to Jason
Switch to Katherine
Close up of Jason pullig out piece of paper with photos on it
Close up of Katherine
Switch to Jason
Switch to Katherine
Switch to Jason
Switch to alex and joy
Switch to Katherine
Close up of the peice of paper behind katherines back
Close up of Katherine
Close up of jason
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