Are network computers the next great thing?
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Network computers (NCs) are being touted as the next big thing in computing. They are workstations that come without a hard drive or disk drives, and are linked to a server that transmits data and programs and provides virtual memory. They are connected to the Internet and intranets via the server, and typically boast of a powerful CPU. Furthermore, they can run applications written in Java. NCs solve a major problem, particularly the total cost of operating on a PC on a desktop or LAN. Savings can be achieved as a result of a streamlined administration of the computers, centralized distribution of software and eradication of several hardware upgrades. These computers are less expensive than other products, less costly to maintain, have open designs, function easily on intranets and the Internet, and can run Java.
Publication Name: Management Accounting (USA)
Subject: Business, general
ISSN: 0025-1690
Year: 1997
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Wearable computers
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Portable computers have reached a new level with the development of the smart card. These cards, which should not be mistaken for credit cards with exterior magnetic strips, are actually equipped with a computer with a small and very thin gold chip. There are two types of smart or chip cards, namely, the memory card and the more intelligent read/write card. The simple memory card stores data and requires a password or a personal identification number. The smarter card can make decisions, calculate, process data, and managed and encrypt data files. The really intelligent card has temporary random access, permanent read-only memory, and erasable and programmable read-only memory. Smart cards raise certain security issues, including who should have access to their content and how much access they should have.
Publication Name: Management Accounting (USA)
Subject: Business, general
ISSN: 0025-1690
Year: 1997
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Sir Isaac Newton and software
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Rapid changes and technological developments in the computer industry has resulted in a confusion on computer history among professionals and executives in various industries. These developments have also shortened the life cycle of computers which usually averaged seven years. Some of these developments are related to memory capacity issues, speed performances, emergence of digital applications and popularity of the Internet as a medium to access and retrieve information. Moreover, the irresponsible practices of advertisers and journalists negatively affect computer users and industries. They contribute to the proliferation of marketing hypes associated with technology concerns and product performances, and lead to the unwarranted wastes of valuable resources.
Publication Name: Management Accounting (USA)
Subject: Business, general
ISSN: 0025-1690
Year: 1998
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