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1.0 Introduction
Open source software (OSS) is defined as computer
software for which the
source code and certain other rights normally
reserved for copyright holders are
provided under a software license that meets the
Open Source Definition or that is in
the public domain. This permits users to use,
change, and improve the software, and
to redistribute it in modified or unmodified forms.
Meaning of Hardware
A
computer's hardware consists of the physical components necessary to operate
and interact with a computer. Since a computer's primary
language is binary, devices are necessary to convert our input into that
language. The binary code coming out of the computer must also be translated
into something usable for the operator.
Meaning of Software
Software is often divided into two
categories:
1. System
software: Includes the operating system and all the utilities that
enables
the computer to function.
` 2. Application
software: Includes programs
that do real work for users.For example, word processors, spreadsheets,
and database management systems fall under the category of applications
software.
2.0
The latest open Source Operating System (OS)
2.1 Meaning
of open source OS
Open Source Operating System
is the most important program that runs on
a computer that is free to
use, change, and improve the software, and to redistribute it
in modified or unmodified
forms. Every general-purpose computer must have an
operating system to run other
programs. Operating systems perform basic tasks, such
as recognizing input from the
keyboard, sending output to the display screen, keeping
track of files and directories
on the disk, and controlling peripheral devices such
as disk drives and printers.
2.2 Example of open source OS
a)Dream Linux
DreamLinux is a modern and modular Linux
system that can be run directly from the CD and optionally be easily installed
onto your HD. Dreamlinux comes with a selection of the best applications
designed to meet mostly of your daily needs. It is based on Debian and Morphix,
which means it takes advantages of their best features and adds its own modern
development tools.
b)Haiku
Haiku is an open-source operating
system currently in development designed from the ground up for desktop
computing. Inspired by the BeOS, Haiku aims to provide users of all levels with
a personal computing experience that is simple yet powerful, and free of any
unnecessary complexities. Haiku is developed mostly by volunteers around the
world in their spare time.
3.0 The Latest Open Source
Application Software
3.1 Meaning of open source application
software
Open Source Application Software includes database
programs, word processors, and spreadsheets and others. It is free to use,
change, and improve the software,
and to redistribute it in modified or unmodified forms.
3.2
Example of open source application software
a)Web Browser
*Mozilla Firefox
A web browser is a software
application for retrieving, presenting, and traversing information
resources on the World Wide Web. An information resourceis identified
by a Uniform Resource Identifier (URI) and may be a web page,
image, video, or other piece of content. Hyperlinks present
in resources enable users easily to navigate their browsers to related
resources. The major web browsers are Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google
Chrome, Apple Safari, and Opera.
b)Gnome
GNOME Office empowers you with three "best in class"
productivity applications available as GNU Free Software. The times of
wrestling with file formats, compatibility, and 'halfway-there' features is
over. The AbiWord word processor, Gnumeric spreadsheet, and Gnome-DB data
access components allow you to get it done now.
4.0 The Latest Development In ICT
4.1 Hardware
a) Canon Pixma MP280
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b) Canon Pixma MX360
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-The Canon Pixma MP280 is an entry level
all-in-one printer, scanner, and copier with enhanced photo printing
capabilities. It was the budget-friendly model out of its line of eight photo
printers released by Canon in 2010. Taking on the new Pixma photo printer
look, it features a simple glossy black design with silver accents just like
the previously reviewed sister product, the Canon Pixma MP495. Canon has included Full HD Movie
Print and photo editing software, as well as the Easy Photo Print app for
Android smartphones in the package.Moreover, this photo all-in-one
offers high color resolution color photo capabilities with a maximum of 4800 x 1200 dpi and is Energy Star
certified. It is currently selling for only $70 from Canon's website; so keep
reading to find out if this is the right printer for you. Our reviews include
an overview of specifications, testing results, a summary of the build and
design, and more.
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-The Canon Pixma MX360 was first introduced by Canon in January during
CES 2011. It is an entry level model designed for small office/home
office use, alongside the Pixma MX410. We have already reviewed the leading
flagship inkjet out of the bunch, the Pixma MX882, and the
inkjet that is one step down from it, the Pixma MX420. Now we
will take a look at the MX360. This four-in-one can print, scan, copy, and
fax and connects to a computer via HighSpeed USB 2.0 (note that the MX410 has
wireless connectivity). It has an automatic document feeder that can fit up
to 30 sheets and a 100-sheet rear feed tray. We tested the MX360 and found
that it can print up to 8 black and white pages per minute under the default
settings. The MX360 has a list price of $79.99; check out our full review
below to find out if this is the suitable inkjet for your office at that
price.
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4.2 Software
Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 2.0
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Adobe
Photoshop Lightroom 3.0
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-Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 2.0 Beta
was advertised in official emails from Adobe in April 2008. New features
include:
Localized
corrections (edit specific parts of an image)
* Improved
organization tools
*
Multiple monitor support
* Flexible
printing options
*
64-bit support
The official release of Lightroom v2 was on July 29, 2008, along with
the release of Adobe Camera Raw v4.5 and DNG Converter 4.5. Adobe has added
DNG Camera Profiling to both releases. This technology allows custom camera
colour profiles, or looks, to be created by the user and saved. It also
allows profiles matching the creative styles built in to cameras to be
replicated. Adobe released a complete set of such Camera Profiles for Nikon
and Canon models, in addition to basic Standard Profiles for all supported
makes and models, through Adobe Labs, at the same time as the Lightroom v2
release. This technology is open to all programs compliant with the DNG file
format standard.
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-Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 3.0 beta was released on October 22, 2009.
New features include:
*
New chroma noise reduction
*
Improved sharpening tool
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New import pseudo module
*
Watermarking
*
Grain
*
Publish services
* Custom
package for print
On March 23, 2010, Adobe released a second beta, which added the
following features:
* New
luminance noise reduction
* Tethered
shooting for selected Nikon and Canon cameras
* Basic
video file support
* Point
curve
Although not included in any beta release, version 3 also contains built-in
lens correction and perspective control.
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5.0
Pervasive Computing
5.1 Meaning of pervasive computing
Pervasive computing (also called
ubiquitous computing) is the growing trend towards embedding microprocessors in everyday objects so they can
communicate information. The words pervasive and ubiquitous mean "existing
everywhere." Pervasive computing devices are completely connected and
constantly available.
Pervasive
computing relies on the convergence of wireless technologies,
advanced electronics and the Internet. The goal of researchers working in
pervasive computing is to create smart products that communicate
unobtrusively. The products are connected to the Internet and the data they
generate is easily available.
5.2 Examples of pervasive computin
*ASUS Eee Pad 101TC
The Eee
Pad 101TC is in some respects a whole different kettle of fish to its bigger
brother. It's not just the 10 inches of glass that follows in the iPad's
footsteps, but also the metal sleeve around the edge now. Either way, this has
become an aesthetically acceptable style and the textured backside also looks
good and adds grip, however in the early sample on show the quality of
manufacture still needs some tweaking around the edges.
* Smart TV
*Samsung Smart TV
Smart TV, which is also sometimes referred to
as "Connected TV" or "Hybrid TV", (not to be
confused with Internet TV, Web TV, or LG Electronics's upcoming
"SMART TV" branded NetCast Entertainment Access devices), is
the phrase used to describe the current trend of integration of the internet and Web
2.0 features into modern television sets and set-top boxes,
as well as the technological convergence between computers and
these television sets /set-top boxes. These new devices most often
also have a much higher focus on online interactive media, Internet
TV, over-the-top content, as well as on-demand streaming media,
and less focus on traditional broadcast media like previous
generations of television sets and set-top boxes always
have had.
The
technology that enables Smart TVs is not only incorporated into television
sets, but also devices such as set-top boxes, Blu-ray players, game
consoles, and other companion devices. These devices allow viewers to search
and find videos, movies, photos and other content on the web, on a local cable
TV channel, on a satellite TV channel, or stored on a local hard drive.
6.0 Conclusion
Open
Source can be used by anyone and because it has no copyright claims, so
users are free to use, change, and improve the software, and to
redistribute it in modified or unmodified forms. Pervasive Computing is to
make our lives easier because we can interact with computers. Besides
that, we can easily give the computer commands and the computer will grant
your wish.
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