Smarter solutions: what's happening on the smart card front

Article Abstract:

The market for smart cards is changing by becoming more application-driven, with standardized operating systems, greater flexibility in terms of card development and configuration and is moving from hardware to software dominance. Moreover, the use of smart cards is also expanding. An evidence of this is their use in satellite TV decoder systems, pre-paid travel and telephone schemes and retail royalty. The move to a software-driven smart card market is seen as significant because it will enable scheme operators flexibility to source card-related components.

Magnetic Cards, Magnetic and Optical Recording Media Manufacturing, Electronic components, not elsewhere classified, Innovations, Marketing, Smart cards, Smart materials

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Not in front of the adults

Article Abstract:

Many people find sex in films and television programmes embarrassing, even if they are happy to talk openly about sex. This can be particularly the case if they are watching a film or television programme with their parents. It seems that sex can appear in almost any film or television programme, and the viewer can be caught unawares. It is worth being aware that even actors and actresses who have gained a reputation for appearing in traditional films that do not show any sex can suddenly appear in a sex scene in another production.

Social aspects, Sex in motion pictures, Movie sex

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The heads who lead from the front

Article Abstract:

Some headteachers have used their dynamic personalities to transform failing schools, with headteachers required to have clear visions and be able to communicate them to initially achieve a public relations success. Headteachers must have the personality and instinct to be effective leaders and the quality cannot be taught. The reputations of improved schools can be promoted by parents, the staff and the community, with schools not having to invest large sums on advertising and promotional activities.

Psychological aspects, Methods, School management and organization, School administration, School principals

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