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Posted on Friday, November 04, 2011 4:19 PM
Intel Core i7is an Intel brand name for severalfamilies of desktop and laptop 64-bit x86-64 processors using the Nehalem,Westmere, andSandy Bridgemicro architectures. The Core i7 brand istargeted at the business and high-end consumer markets for both desktop andlaptop computers, and isdistinguished from the Core i3 (entry-level consumer), Core i5 (mainstreamconsumer) and Xeon (server and workstation) brands. The Core i7 name was introducedwith the Bloomfield Quad-core processor in late 2008. |
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Posted on Friday, November 04, 2011 4:11 PM
The iPad (pronounced /ˈaɪpæd/ eye-pad) is a line of tablet computers designed, developed and marketed by Apple Inc. primarily as a platform for audio-visual media including books, periodicals, movies, music, games, and web content. Its size and weight falls between those of contemporary smartphones and laptop computers. The iPad runs the same operating system as the iPod Touch and iPhone—and can run its own applications as well as iPhone applications. Without modification, the iPad will only run programs approved by Apple and distributed via the Apple App Store (with the exception of programs that run inside the iPad's web browser). |
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Posted on Saturday, April 09, 2011 10:10 AM
It’s the age old question. But the answer is a bit clouded. I think what it really comes down to is game consoles work really well for their intended purpose. PC’s can work well as a game machine. I use my PC at home daily as a game machine, so do many other people. But which is better? The answer has conditions that must be explored. First a game console is essentially a proprietary PC meaning is a computer much like your home PC except it’s held inside a smaller box made for just one purpose, playing games. |
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Posted on Wednesday, March 09, 2011 9:39 PM
Launching widespread attacks on networked computers used to be a task reserved for a rare few hackers – those with an extensive knowledge of programming. This is no longer the case. The advent of attack toolkits has lowered the bar significantly, opening the doors for anyone with a basic understanding of networking and computers to produce threats that exploit vulnerabilities. These toolkits are used to enable the theft of sensitive information or to convert compromised computers into a network of botnets in order to mount additional attacks. |
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Posted on Monday, February 28, 2011 10:12 PM
Acer introduces its Windows 7-based Iconia dual-screen laptop today. It's essentially Acer's version of the ToshibaLibretto W105. Naturally, you won't find a keyboard here -- rather, a virtual one will emerge from the secondary panel. There's also a fairly slick media management system that's gesture based. It’s running Windows 7 Home Premium (64-bit) and is equipped with an Intel Core i5-480M / 560M / 580M CPU, up to 4GB of DDR3 memory, a pair of 14-inch multitouch displays (1366x768 resolution), integrated Intel HD graphics (128MB RAM), VGA / HDMI outputs, an inbuilt microphone and a S/PDIF interface. |
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Posted on Friday, February 25, 2011 12:07 PM
Microsoft released the first official service pack for Windows 7 on February 22, 2011. This is an important update that includes previously released security, performance, and stability updates for Windows 7. SP1 also includes new improvements to features and services in Windows 7, such as improved reliability when connecting to HDMI audio devices, printing using the XPS Viewer, and restoring previous folders in Windows Explorer after restarting. Windows 7 Service Pack 1 is an update that does the following: |
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Posted on Sunday, February 20, 2011 8:01 PM
I took a look at the online NASCAR RaceView subscription using their 14 day free offer. It's a feature rich app that has a lot going for it but they still have a little ways to go. It took over 30 minutes to fully download all the apps including all the Java/Adobe Flash apps to where I could fully use the product. The service is a bit flakey as I had to reboot twice and deal with lockups as I tried different features. They claim you can watch any driver from multiple cameras. That's somewhat true. You're not watching through actual track cameras, you’re watching a virtual representation which is like watching a video game. It is however watching your selected car in traffic in real-time. They have several camera views you can cycle through. Birdseye which is like a blimp shot, Top (which is about half the distance to the car you've selected) Side (which is just a side view) Rear, Front and Automatic which cycles camera views much like a TV broadcast but focuses on your selected car. The team radio feature and car telemetry readouts are probably the coolest thing they have going. I also liked the real-time feel. It accurately signaled a yellow flag condition before my satellite TV broadcast made it to my TV. Watching the actual broadcast on my TV was far more engaging than the graphical on the computer and I didn't really see a benefit to running the app while watching it at the same time on TV. That was disappointing because that's what I was really looking for. I suppose if I was a big fan of one driver I would run the team radio feature so I could hear more info about what was happening to my driver, but I didn’t see $79.00/yr of value. I think if they'd allow us to view real cameras in real time, it’d be worth it.
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Posted on Saturday, February 19, 2011 4:50 PM
You might think that with the new Windows 7 that we would see less virus activity. You would be right if not for the fact that most computer users are still using XP and Vista. Worse yet, Windows 7 is also not impervious to virus infection. Much like wearing a seatbelt to avoid injury in a car accident, no antivirus product is full-proof. We see infected computers coming in with every protection package available. Even I have picked up a virus now and then. The key to avoidance is found in a combination or product and system usage. Look to our new Documents page for our free info Customers Operating Procedures pamphlet. In it, you’ll find details that go a long way in protecting your system from virus infection. |
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Posted on Saturday, February 19, 2011 4:33 PM
It’s been a crazy week at the shop. Tax returns are in and new computers are flying off the shelf faster than we can build them. We have several back orders for our custom built $499.00 system which beats the paints off the competition with our Windows 7 64Bit 500Gb Hard drive and 3.2Ghz CPU. Don’t worry though, we’re building more as parts arrive.
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Posted on Tuesday, February 15, 2011 7:31 PM
So here I am just a few minutes away from watching Jeopardy!! for the second night in a row. While I'm not your typical connoisseur of game shows, this one has me intrigued. IBM has entered their own computerized contestant named Watson. It's a fascinating attempt by IBM to bring humanoid intellect and deductive reasoning into a very challenging format. Watson seems to do very well overall, especially with questions that call for simple definition. Other questions that require topical deduction such as a question last evening about the Harry Potter films, Watson was either too late to the button or didn't answer the question accurately or fully. |
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