Global Technology Is Not Static

January 25, 2011 by Leave a Comment

Technology is something which always keeps changing.  What is the in thing today is bound to become outdated and obsolete within the next few years.  A few examples of these are the initial record players which used those 33 rpm records.  This was replaced with tape recorders using the big spool type storage devices.  This gave way to cassette recorders which has now been replaced by CDs and DVDs.

The same is the case with computers which is perhaps the greatest invention of mankind over past 60 years.  Today we have computers which are at least 10 times more powerful and fast than the first main frame computer which used to make so much noise and generate so much heat that it had to be shut down regularly.

The only mode of communication that we were aware of in the early 1950 and 1960’s was the telephone.  Talking over the telephone was considered a great achievement and getting a connection through was considered even a greater achievement.  With the arrival of mobile phones telecommunication has moved to the next high level of accomplishment and today talking to someone of communication has become a very easy job.  Not only talking, mobile phones have also made it possible for us to have a browser, tape-recorder, a video-camera, a still-camera and a pager all rolled into one. Such is the power of technology.

Looking at history we can safely conclude that as far as internet and computer technology is concerned, we have just scratched the surface and many path breaking and revolutionary changes are in the offing over the next few years.  But one point which should be borne in mind is that technology should be used only for the benefit of mankind and to make this world a better and happier place to live in.  It would be a crime to use technology to pit one human being against another.

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Global Technology Growth

January 18, 2011 by Leave a Comment

The growth of technology over the past few decades has been amazing and what seemed impossible even half a century back is now a reality.  While writing this article it would be pertinent to point out the famous quote of Thomas Watson who had said “I think there is a world market maybe for 5 computers”. Mr. Watson was none other than the Chairman of IBM way back in 1943.  Though 1943 may look very far back for many of us, in terms of history, it isn’t very far off.  Just imagine within 70 years how this statement has been proven totally wrong.

The power of technology, especially global technology is changing rapidly and the perhaps the defining moment has arrived with the arrival of internet.  This is a technology which has redefined the way we communicate and do business.  In fact it has changed our way of life.  Sitting in the comfort of our house, not only we can talk and exchange messages with our near and dear ones, we can also have our favorite pizza delivered at our doorstep just by a click of the mouse.  For a student aspiring to join the best college, he or she need not be present there physically.  The whole process of applying, sitting for an exam and attending an interview could all be done online.

Withdrawing money from the bank, transferring funds to who you wish, buying and selling products and services, you name it; everything is possible with the internet.  In one big sweep this wonderful technological invention has removed the barriers of time and distance.  It is also a great leveler and any person irrespective of caste, creed, religion or economic background can be a part of this revolution. This is just the beginning and the future holds immense possibilities and potentialities with this game-changing technology.

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Technology Vis-à-vis Global Technology

January 8, 2011 by Leave a Comment

Technology can be of two kinds; technologies which are specific and local in nature and which benefit a small area or a group of people or even a house.  On the other hand we can have technologies which are a universal platform which benefit the whole world in general.  Of the many technologies which have benefited the whole world, the most pertinent perhaps is the role played by computers and internet.  Internet is the most significant technological achievement of man kind closely followed by the internet and mobile phones.

While other technologies which have grown and evolved over the last few centuries are also path breaking and beneficial to human kind, computer and internet are perhaps the only technology which have literally removed the bottlenecks of time and distance.  With VOIP being widely used these days, video chatting has also become a regular feature thereby redefining the whole concept of telecommunication.  The world of internet has literally changed the way we do our purchases, the way we contact people, the way we search for information, music and watch movies.  Transferring funds between accounts has never been so easy and seeking information about our bank account has never been simpler.  The biggest advantage is that all these can be done anytime anywhere and we are no longer bound by the constraints of time and place.

The world of computer has also kept pace with the ever changing needs of the internet. Laptops, high powered computers have all made our life easier.  Typing a letter, making calculations on a spread sheet, or making a glossy and informative power point presentations are some of the simplest things that can be done with PC.  With USB modems being the order of the day, the virtual world can be all yours and could be carried on a lap top.  Information is most vital for any decision making process and this is possible with the help of internet and computer.

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Global Advancement In Technology Is a Continuous Process

January 6, 2011 by Leave a Comment

Technology is never static but is always dynamic and evolving. Let us take a few examples. More than a century ago people were used to traveling in horse drawn locomotives this was replaced by steam engines which later gave way to diesel engines. Advancement of technology saw the entry of electric locomotives and today we have high speed bullet trains running on magnetic levitation technology.

The same applies to computers. History has it that the first computer was so huge, it made much so much noise and generated so much heat that it had to switched on and off frequently to avoid malfunction. Compare this with today’s laptop which almost fits into the palm of our hand and in terms of speed and performance is perhaps ten times more powerful than the first computer. Computers have also gone through a process of evolution beginning with vacuum tubes then graduating to valves and eventually being replaced by that one leap in technology called silicon chips. Today’s microprocessors are amazingly fast and perform complex calculations and jobs within the blink of an eye.

Who would have thought about half a century back sitting in a remote village of Congo a person could connect with someone sitting in a snowy desert in Siberia. Internet has made this possible and has made people to people connection that much more easily and faster. Term global village has really got a more forceful meaning with the evolution of global technologies like internet, mobile telephony etc. Distances no longer matter in today’s era of the internet. We are sure that by the turn of this century post offices would no longer be selling postcards or letters. They would rather be selling internet connections and perhaps computers the size of our palm. Such is the might and force of technological growth.

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3 Things About Technology You Should Know

December 16, 2010 by Leave a Comment

Technology is often a bad word for those who do not have a great deal of experience working with it. In many ways, technology can seem daunting because it has such specific learning curve. While you might not want to go to school to learn how to navigate the terminology of technology, there are a few things you should know. Specifically, there are a few specific myths you may be following that you do not necessarily need.

One of the things you should know is that you do not have to wait 15 seconds before you turn your computer back on after rebooting. This is only somewhat true. While it is important for you to wait a few seconds before turning the computer back on, 15 seconds is really overkill. What you are waiting for is for the spinning plates in the hard drive to come to a complete stop. Since these plates are spinning at 10,000 rpm, it can take a few extra seconds to get them to stop.

Another myth is about megapixels. Specifically, companies would like you to believe that the more megapixels a device has, the better it is and therefore you should spend more for it. The sharpness of any shot is based on the skill of the photographer, which means no level of megapixels is going to improve an amateur’s shots to a great deal. Unless you are putting together a mural or a billboard, you likely do not need a larger size of megapixels.

Another myth you should know is about your nickel cadmium battery. Some say you must run the battery out completely before charging it. It is not all that important to do this after the initial charge on the phone. It can be helpful to some degree to do this, but it does not have to happen every time.

The more you know about technology, the easier it is to avoid these myths. That helps you.

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Technology in Schools

December 7, 2010 by Leave a Comment
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With the advent of technology in schools, students no longer have the need to search volumes of encyclopedias and reference books in order to locate vital information, needed for reports and term papers. In fact, some schools even provide laptop computers to their incoming students, although this is most often seen in private schools where laptops costs are factored into the cost of tuition.

Technology in the schools have also made it possible for students to see what kids in other countries are learning about. Video conferencing allows classrooms to get a look into other classrooms around the globe and compare lesson plans. This technology not only affords students to get a glimpse of what other classrooms are learning about, it also allows teachers to communicate with each other, via this global technology method.

Another benefit of technology in schools is that it makes learning more enjoyable for students. Students retain information better, when they enjoy the manner in which it is presented to them. When a student needs to gather information for a school project, watching it via the technology that a computer provides is more interesting than reading it from a reference book. Plus, using programs like FileZilla which you can download for free from the File Zilla server, students can easily transfer research materials to their computers.  And they can create fun presentations with software from openoffice.org. Computer and global technology also offers students a welcome break from bookwork because learning via the Internet does not seem as much like work, like reading from a book does.

Modern students might not be able to fathom what it was like before computers and the Internet became commonplace in schools. Although students of yesteryear were able to flourish in a academic environment without computer technology, it is easier and more enjoyable to have progressed into a new technological age of learning. Students can now use the same tools – the computer and Internet to not only further their education and assist in the learning process, but to keep in touch with their friends and visiting kid friendly website.

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Technology Has Changed Everything

November 27, 2010 by Leave a Comment

From the days of three channels on the television and no remote controls, a lot has changed. There have been advances in television, computers, cars, medicine, and almost every other facet of life. Basically, people are living longer – and many of them believe they’re living better – because there are so many advances taking place. Whether it’s really better or simply busier is something that could be argued, but there’s no argument to the fact that technology has changed the world. Even people in remote countries often have access to the Internet, and the influx of media outlets keeps everyone informed of what’s taking place in the world.

Those things are very important, but it seems hard to believe that people were all doing without them just a few short years ago. If you’re interested in technology, there’s a lot you can do. There are plenty of career fields that involve technology, and many which require some knowledge of it. Choosing between them can be confusing. Even if you don’t plan to use technology as a career, the chances are high that you’ll still be required to have a basic, working knowledge of it. That’s because almost all types of jobs use it in some capacity.

Most jobs (at least those that take place in an office) require computer skills. If you don’t have those, it can be hard for you to get hired. Instead of worrying about it, though, you might want to take a computer class at your local college. It won’t cost you that much, and it can be well worth it when you land a job that you couldn’t have gotten otherwise. It’s worth considering, because technology is only going to become more necessary and more advanced as the world moves forward.

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Use Tech To Improve Productivity – It Can Be Harder Than You Think

November 23, 2010 by Leave a Comment

How can you use technology to improve productivity in your workplace? Most employers make the mistake of presuming that introduction of technology will automatically result in huge productivity boost. The truth is that the productivity false because of people finds their daily routine being altered.

They take time to settle down into the new routine and this often has a negative impact on the quality of work done. Once the new routine is set, people focus on improving their productivity all over again. Again, this is not something that people will do naturally.

You should always be focusing on pushing people to work harder. You should give them the initial time to relax and settle down and get used to the new technology. However, once the initial phase is done, you should be prepared to firm to ensure that the productivity goes back to normal again.

You must be prepared for the possibility that some employees may just not be friendly with technology. This happens more often than people think. Even if people have computers at home; they are never comfortable using it for work related purposes. They find computers and technology too complicated for their likes. In most cases, there is psychological problem and has nothing to do with the actual ease with which the technology is available.

Given adequate time, these persons will also start using the technology property and in the sensible manner. However, you must be prepared to spend time and put in some extra effort. While you may be prepared to do so, colleagues often react with impatient and this creates problems. An inferiority complex can be very harmful for employee morale. You cannot step in and play favorites every time, can you? You just have to keep an eye out for such problems and try to help the person by having a talk once in awhile.

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Use Tech Well At Office – Tackle Employees Fear Of Technology Early

November 18, 2010 by Leave a Comment

Are you making smart use of technology in your office? If you use the computers as a replacement for the typewriter, it is obvious that you are not using technology properly at all. The computers are much more powerful device and can offer numerous benefits. If you make use of presentations very often but if you use word processing programs for such tasks, it is obvious that you are wasting your time by not using technology smartly.

Well, what if the employee is not comfortable learning something as complicated as a presentation making software program? You can simplify the task by organizing training sessions to reduce fear of new technology. Why do people fear technology? There are many reasons. They fear technology will replace them as employees and this will lead to loss of job.

They fear that technology is an excuse made by employers to extract more work for less pay. While technology does make life easier, it starts working only when one gets used to it and utilizes it properly. You will have to spend the time, effort and money to make sure that each and every person is comfortable with the level of technology in your office.

You will have to work gradually because all employees must work together. If one employee is very comfortable with tech but others are not, then you will have to spend firefighting and making sure that there is proper coordination despite the difference in attitude and approaches.

You can make use of family of the employees to make them feel more comfortable. If your employee has a young son or daughter, chances are high that the child will be conversant with computers and technology. Asking the child to present a short presentation on technology can help improve productivity and remove fear from employees.

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How Can I Keep Up with the Latest Technological Advances?

November 13, 2010 by Leave a Comment

It can be very hard to do this, since technology changes practically every day, or at least seems like it does. However, if you know where to look for up-to-the-minute news on technological advances, you can probably find enough information to keep you pretty well informed.

Resources such as Canada 411 can help you find publications, websites, and other resources that will keep you abreast of what is happening in technology. Once you have narrowed your search down to the field or fields in which you are interested, you can then study the different information sources and decide which one gives you the information you really need.

It is very easy to get overwhelmed with all the different information sources out there concerning technological advances. This is why, when you start your search, you should limit yourself to only those search results that deal directly with your field. If you work in the field of Computer Engineering, then you aren’t going to need any information on Railroad Engineering—unless, of course, it’s done with a computer, in which case the information will be linked. Regardless, you will still be able to perform more exact searches.

And just because technological advances are occurring so fast does not mean that it is necessary for you to take advantage of that newest mobile device or most current download. If the phone you have now is taking care of your communication needs or your computer is operating just fine without the latest software update, then there’s no need to obtain it, load it, or whatever else.

Wait a few days or even weeks after the latest advance has been trumpeted to see if it still is everything it is supposed to be. If it is, then you might consider getting it—assuming it will truly help you in your business or personal life.

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