Here is the link to my flickr account. You will see a total of 20 photos due to the recent price restriction. The Thumbnails are clearly labeled although there is not much difference in a few instances from the original size of the photograph. It should be clear to everyone that i am very new to photo editing.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/30555199@N06/
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Week 3 Readings and Murkiest Point
Linux Article: To be perfectly honest, I had never seen a picture of a Linux application before. The examples of "how it runs" proved to be very helpful. The questions and thoughts I have are primarily concerning the use of Linux for programming purposes. Throughout the article, it was clear to me that the author wanted to give the impression that Linux is the most "pure" operating system n terms of its basis in UNIX. Is this the reason why it is often hailed as ideal for programmers and other experienced users. this article made me consider how OS and Windows are marketed towards people with very basic computer needs. As I imagine it, these needs include office work, gaming and family media organization. I'm very attracted to Linux, but I don't feel comfortable enough with the "design your own" aspect of it mentioned by the author of the guide. It certainly doesn't seem to be a major source of revenue for anyone like Gates or Jobs.
Mac OS X Article: As a recent mac convert, I certainly agree with the author of this explanation. The main point of the article seems to be that different operating systems fulfill different needs. In other words, the author didn't seem overly zealous about his recent mac purchase. The most interesting section for me was the one describing the anatomy of OS. Although it was over my head, it was interesting to speculate how it must be vastly different from Windows anatomy which led me to believe is the reason there are so few viruses for OS. Overall, Steve Jobs and the other folks at mac have definitely capitalized on a very user friendly operating system. Not to mention the success they have had with music and film editors as well as graphic designers.
Windows Vista Article: This article was probably my favorite to read because of the controversy surrounding Vista and the vast amount of negative press that surrounds it. The positive thing, however, is that Windows seems to be in a constant sate of development. Microsoft appears to be very quick to release any new product and even to provide specific times for when the next system will emerge on the market. In theory, I like Vista very much. I understand the idea behind it to be a universally accommodating system for Microsoft windows products. in other words, customers don't need to run out and buy the latest software as soon as they've installed the new operating system.
Muddiest Point: By a long shot, the muddiest point of class this week for me has been our discussion of cooling fans and the general maintenance of CPUs. As I previously mentioned, I recently purchased a MacBook and have deliberated to learn the anatomy of it. A relative of mine recently destryed his mac by exposing it to dust for an extended period of time. The fan turned out to be on the bottom of the machine thus blocking the source of cooling. What I don't understand is why no one has developed adequately heat resistant technology to maintain these machines?
Mac OS X Article: As a recent mac convert, I certainly agree with the author of this explanation. The main point of the article seems to be that different operating systems fulfill different needs. In other words, the author didn't seem overly zealous about his recent mac purchase. The most interesting section for me was the one describing the anatomy of OS. Although it was over my head, it was interesting to speculate how it must be vastly different from Windows anatomy which led me to believe is the reason there are so few viruses for OS. Overall, Steve Jobs and the other folks at mac have definitely capitalized on a very user friendly operating system. Not to mention the success they have had with music and film editors as well as graphic designers.
Windows Vista Article: This article was probably my favorite to read because of the controversy surrounding Vista and the vast amount of negative press that surrounds it. The positive thing, however, is that Windows seems to be in a constant sate of development. Microsoft appears to be very quick to release any new product and even to provide specific times for when the next system will emerge on the market. In theory, I like Vista very much. I understand the idea behind it to be a universally accommodating system for Microsoft windows products. in other words, customers don't need to run out and buy the latest software as soon as they've installed the new operating system.
Muddiest Point: By a long shot, the muddiest point of class this week for me has been our discussion of cooling fans and the general maintenance of CPUs. As I previously mentioned, I recently purchased a MacBook and have deliberated to learn the anatomy of it. A relative of mine recently destryed his mac by exposing it to dust for an extended period of time. The fan turned out to be on the bottom of the machine thus blocking the source of cooling. What I don't understand is why no one has developed adequately heat resistant technology to maintain these machines?
Monday, September 1, 2008
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