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Evo represents the gradual evolution into the next era of corporate computing, changing the way personal computing products look and simplifying the way they are used and integrated into networked environments. Evo PCs and solutions are easy to deploy and manage, while being innovative and flexible enough to meet the growing needs of corporate customers. The Compaq Evo N620c is a distinctive portable notebook with extraordinary capabilities. It has a durable design that withstands even the most rigorous mobile environment. The Compaq Evo N620c also features a blazingly fast processor that brings raw processing power for all your performance-hungry applications. The Compaq Evo N620c Refurbished Notebook PC is the ideal partner for enterprises and growing businesses.
This motherboard is ready for some of the hottest CPUs out there! Including Athlon 64 X2, Athlon 64 FX, and Athlon 64 and Sempron processors. It is built for AMD Cool n' Quiet technology and AMD64 architecture enables simultaneous 32 and 64 bit computing. There are tons of great features on this board. With an NVIDIA nForce 500 SLI MCP Chipset, dual channel memory architecture that supports up to 8GB of memory, and more!
The MX6930 Refurbished Laptop Computer delivers computing power and features with excellent performance to tackle the most demanding Software applications with ease. The Intel Core 2 Duo T5200 processor provides exceptional performance for games, entertainment or processor-intensive multimedia applications. Its blazing fast 1.60GHz processor, 1 gigabyte (GB) of incredibly efficient DDR2 memory, huge 120GB hard drive and spectacular DVD+/-RW Multi-Format Double Layer optical drive deliver performance to rival any powerhouse PC you have in the office or at home. The MX6930 features a 15.4-Inch WXGA display and Intel's Graphics Media Accelerator 950 chipset delivering a breathtaking and vivid cinematic experience, a 4-in-1 Digital Media Manager and, 802.11a-b-g Integrated wireless.
Experience cinematic graphics power, and create special effects like Hollywood movies. Leave the dull world of integrated graphics technology behind and enter the World of Cinematic Computing. This high-performance, 4 pixels-per-clock 3D rendering engine features 128-bit, studio quality floating-point precision through the entire graphics pipeline. NVIDIA GeForce FX-Series graphics cards deliver industry-leading features and performance enabling special effects on par with Hollywood films.
For many years Acer has delivered the most reliable computers in the world. Computers you can count on to perform with incomparable efficiency. The AcerPower S290 desktop continues the Acer tradition with its Intel Celeron 420 1.60GHz processor, DVD/CD burning drive, 512MB of DDR2 memory, 80GB hard drive, gigabit LAN, and numerous onboard innovations. Running on the award-winning Microsoft Windows XP Pro Edition operating system for optimum stability, the AcerPower S290 is an exceptional all-around computer capable of handling the most complex tasks. An outstanding solution for today's toughest computing applications, the AcerPower S290's remarkable expandability positions you to upgrade to meet tomorrow's challenges.
Get a first class HP/Compaq Desktop with a genuine Intel Pentium 4 2.6GHz processor for an exceptionally low price. This HP/Compaq PC includes 512MB of DDR memory, an ample 40GB hard drive, and an excellent CD-ROM drive to deliver great all-around computing with terrific graphics. This HP/Compaq desktop has a space-saving design with industry-standard technology for the ultimate in flexibility. It comes with the power and speed the average user needs for everyday uses like Internet surfing, typing, and email. The chassis design may be small, but it doesn't compromise valuable performance features!
For many years Acer has delivered the most reliable computers in the world. Computers you can count on to perform with incomparable efficiency. The fast, powerful Acer Aspire T690 desktop continues the Acer tradition with its Intel Pentium D 935 processor, a dual layer DVD±RW drive, 1 GB of DDR2 memory, 250GB SATA hard drive, and numerous onboard innovations. Gigabit LAN. Running on Microsoft's Vista Home Premium Edition operating system for optimum stability, the Acer Aspire T690 is an exceptional all-around computer capable of handling the most complex tasks. An outstanding solution for today's toughest computing applications, the Acer Aspire T690's remarkable expandability positions you to upgrade to meet tomorrow's challenges.
Dazzling in both performance and looks, the HG-192DJB sports spectacular 1440 x 900 WXGA+ resolution, 600:1 contrast, 300-nit brightness, along with a fast 5ms response time. With generous 176/176-degree viewing angles, you'll have a comfortable vantage point to see this Hanns·G monitor's vividly realistic images that will make your computing a pleasure. Anti-glare Hard coating panel treatment reduces eyestrain and viewer fatigue. The versatile Hanns·G HG-192DJB features 15 pin D-sub (VGA) comes complete with D-Sub 15 cable, power cable, user manual and quick start guide. For performance far beyond your expectations, choose the Hanns·G Model HG-192DJB 19-inch widescreen monitor.
Extending your desktop has never been easier with the Cables to Go USB 2.0 to SVGA Adapter! Install the included software, plug in the adapter, and you are on your way to dual monitor computing. Now you can easily expand spreadsheets over two monitors, read e-mail on one monitor and view the attachment on the other, make multi-screen presentations without a second computer, or expand your graphics workstation. The USB 2.0 to SVGA Adapter is perfect for laptop users who don't have the capability of adding an extra video card. It is also a cost-effective solution for desktop users who don't want the hassles of installing an internal video card. USB 2.0 technology allows you to use this device with numerous computers versus an internal card that can only be used with one. Since this adapter is bus-powered, no additional power cables are needed.
The Gateway MX8715 Refurbished Notebook PC delivers computing power and features with excellent performance to tackle the most demanding Software applications with ease. The Intel Pentium Dual-Core T2060 Processor provides exceptional performance for games, entertainment or processor-intensive multimedia applications. Its blazing fast 1.6GHz processor, 1GB of incredibly efficient DDR2 memory, huge 120GB hard drive and spectacular DVD+/-RW Multi-Format Double Layer optical drive deliver performance to rival any powerhouse PC you have in the office or at home. The MX8715 features a 17-inch Ultrabright WXGA+ TFT display, integrated Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950 graphics, a 4-in-1 Digital Media Manager, and 802.11g integrated wireless.
Dazzling in both performance and looks, the HG-216DPO sports spectacular 1680 x 1050 WSXGA+ resolution, 1000:1 contrast, 300-nit brightness, along with a fast 5ms response time. With generous 170/160-degree viewing angles, you'll have a comfortable vantage point to see this Hanns·G monitor's vividly realistic images that will make your computing a pleasure. Anti-glare Hardcoating panel treatment reduces eyestrain and viewer fatigue. The versatile Hanns·G HG-216DPO features D-Sub 15 pin (VGA) and HDMI Port (Digital) inputs and comes complete with D-Sub 15 cable, power cable, user manual and quick start guide.
The I-Inc 19-inch LCD delivers realistic images in vibrant colors. This attractive, high-performance monitor offers 600:1 contrast, 250-nit brightness. The I-Inc iU191DBB 19-inch Monitor also has SXGA 1280x1024 resolution. It's perfect for the home or office workstation where space is at a premium. An impressive 8ms response time makes for outstanding video performance and onscreen clarity. Plus, the I-Inc iU191DBB comes with VGA(D-sub) inputs. Your viewing experience will be just that much better with I-Inc's 19-inch color active matrix LCD TFT display. With everything you need to set up your monitor, you'll be up and running in no time at all. Don't buy cheaply made LCD monitors. Go with I-Inc and enjoy computing again!
Mach Speed's new MSNV-939 motherboard offers an affordable, high-end platform for an AMD Socket 939-based system. This efficient, scalable ATX mainboard is built for AMD's Athlon 64FX, Athlon 64 and Athlon 64 X2 processors, enabling simultaneous 32 and 64-bit computing. The Mach Speed MSNV-939 supports Hyper Transport Technology up to 2000MT/s full duplex, up to 4GB dual channel 333/400MHz DDR memory, SATA (300MB/s), PCI-Ex16, PCI-Ex1, PCI, 6-channel audio and Fast Ethernet LAN
The Compaq Presario C502US Notebook PC delivers outstanding mobile performance and value. The C502US features a 1.86GHz Intel Celeron 440 CPU, 512MB of DDR2 memory, a 80GB 5400 RPM SATA HDD, and a CD-RW/DVD Combo drive. Its 15.4-inch WXGA High Definition BrightView display offers a superb showcase for videos, games, photos, and all-purpose computing tasks. Other outstanding features include 802.11b/g WLAN, Altec Lansing Speakers, and an Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950. This affordable powerhouse is ideal for the professionals, educators, and multimedia enthusiasts on the go!
Get a first class HP/Compaq Desktop with a genuine Intel Pentium 4 2.6GHz processor for an exceptionally low price. This HP/Compaq PC includes 512MB of DDR memory, an ample 40GB hard drive, and an excellent CD-ROM drive to deliver great all-around computing with terrific graphics. This HP/Compaq desktop has a space-saving design with industry-standard technology for the ultimate in flexibility. It comes with the power and speed the average user needs for everyday uses like Internet surfing, typing, and email. The chassis design may be small, but it doesn't compromise valuable performance features!
ReadyNAS 1100 was designed specifically for small businesses and workgroups. The ultra efficient, rack-mountable, 1U Network Attached Storage (NAS) appliance is cost-effective as well as rich in features, including Gigabit Ethernet, hardware RAID, continuous system monitoring and effortless Active Directory integration. With ReadyNAS, there is no additional software to install because the operating system is embedded. Unlike other complicated or proprietary storage solutions, the ReadyNAS 1100 is a new class of NAS designed to meet the requirements of increasingly energy efficient computing environments. The ReadyNAS 1100 packs 2-gigabit interfaces, hardware RAID and 4 Hot Swap SATA disks all in a remarkable 12-inch deep 1U chassis! Quickly add network storage for any workgroup or department with the ReadyNAS 1100.
Poupar energia e diminuir as emissões de gases de efeito de estufa para a atmosfera através de computadores pessoais em todo o mundo é o objectivo da nova Iniciativa Climate Savers Computing.
here's what computing will look like in the neat future! Wonder if the tabletop method will make for a backache or at least a pain in the neck? Looks fun though....
[Part 2 of 2] A look at Silicon Valley in the early days as told by Steve Jobs, Bill Gates, Steve Wozniak, Steve Ballmer, Paul Allen, and other insiders from Apple, Microsoft, Intel, IBM, and Xerox. Hear how the personal computing revolution began from the insiders who started it. [applerumortracker.com]
[Part 1 of 2] A look at Silicon Valley in the early days as told by Steve Jobs, Bill Gates, Steve Wozniak, Steve Ballmer, Paul Allen, and other insiders from Apple, Microsoft, Intel, IBM, and Xerox. Hear how the personal computing revolution began from the insiders who started it. [applerumortracker.com]
A screencast on Direct Access, a program that speeds up your personal computing experience by reducing time consuming, repetitive tasks through the use of abbreviations.
More info: http://www.sridhareena.com/2007/05/18/screencast-speed-up-your-typing-and-web-page-launching-with-direct-access/
'Trusted Computing', a Creative Commons-licensed animated short film by Benjamin Stephan and Lutz Vogel, deals with the concept of the eponymous DRM solution, arguing that, perhaps, it isn't such a good idea after all. As Cory Doctorow at BoingBoing says, this is 'a high-level overview of the philosophical problems with the technology. Run, don't walk [to see it].'
Lead Story: Distributed Computing
Today’s home-PC’s are more powerful than we realize: more often than not, our normal activities on our PC’s rarely make use of its processing power. By parallel-linking ordinary computers in what is called Grid or Distributed Computing, the resulting computational power rivals that of so-called super-computers, at a fraction of the price.
Prof. Alexander Holt, PhD(Edinburgh) of the School of Computer Science at Wits University, is an Open Source Consultant, and a specialist in large-scale system configuration.
Dr Fourie Joubert obtained his PhD in Biochemistry at the University of Pretoria in 2000. He is a Senior Lecturer at the University and currently also manages the Bioinformatics and Computational Unit in the Department of Biochemistry at the University of Pretoria, which is an ACGT core facility. This Unit is also the National Bioinformatics Node in Gauteng, and is involved in research, training (post-graduate and short courses) and service provision.
Big Gun: Bruce Perens
Bruce Perens is a prominent figure in the open source movement, with a long and distinguished record. He is a former Debian GNU/Linux Project Leader, the primary author of the Open Source Definition, a founder of Software in the Public Interest, founder of the UserLinux project, and co-founder of the Open Source Initiative (OSI). Perens also has a book series with Prentice Hall PTR called the Bruce Perens' Open Source Series. He is an avid ham radio enthusiast and maintains technocrat.net, which he styles ‘a more mature forum’ than Slashdot. He is widely believed to hold the record for the rate of Slashdot upmodding of his comments!
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