Given the incredible fast development of internet technology and social networking nowadays,BOOK is still an important source of essential knowledge in all aspects on what we want to know and what we want to learn.
Books bring us to the world of life,nature,culture,science,history,religion,...and even imagination.Books bring us to the world of adventure,drama,fun,happiness and fact of life.
Books give us some good ideas,some good guides,show us some new dimensions and visions towards life and things around us.
Some said that "Good book is the essence extract of an author's knowledge and life experience"
Then,why not get some good books for ourselves !
2.12.10
22.10.10
HDTV
HDTV (or HD,or High Definition Television) is a television system that boasts twice the scanning lines than traditional Standard Definition Television (SDTV or SD)
HDTV or HD generally has 1-2 million pixels per frame,or around 5 times of the resolution of Standard Definition Television (SDTV or SD)
HDTV or HD is now the highest quality television with widescreen of 16:9,which is the same ratio of a movie screen.
In terms of resolution,more scanning lines make better quality picture and progressive scan (p) is better than interlaced (i),as it processes the image twice as fast,leading to better clarity and more lively color.
On HDTV labels,we can see something like 720p,1080i and 1080p.These are the terms to identify its resolution quality.For buying decision,HDTV with 1080p is the best,while the difference of pictures from 720p and 1080i are very minimal.But for small size HDTV up to 32 inches,pictures produced by either 1080p or 720p are not significantly different
HDTV or HD generally has 1-2 million pixels per frame,or around 5 times of the resolution of Standard Definition Television (SDTV or SD)
HDTV or HD is now the highest quality television with widescreen of 16:9,which is the same ratio of a movie screen.
In terms of resolution,more scanning lines make better quality picture and progressive scan (p) is better than interlaced (i),as it processes the image twice as fast,leading to better clarity and more lively color.
On HDTV labels,we can see something like 720p,1080i and 1080p.These are the terms to identify its resolution quality.For buying decision,HDTV with 1080p is the best,while the difference of pictures from 720p and 1080i are very minimal.But for small size HDTV up to 32 inches,pictures produced by either 1080p or 720p are not significantly different
14.10.10
Desktop
In the early time of computer age,a computer had a very large size.It took a space of a few rooms.Minicomputer,which came later,was much smaller but it's size still as big as a refrigerator.Computer was small enough to fit on the top of a desk or a table in 1971.It was then called a "Desktop Computer",or in short a "Desktop".But don't call it a "Tabletop" please ! as this is not familiar in the computer business.
Desktop computer is designed to fit in an individual workspace,i.e.in the office or at home.As it was for individual use,thus also called a "Personal Computer" or a "PC".
Desktop can be connected and share resource such as printer via a Local Area Network or LAN.Desktop spare parts and extensions are normally standardized.This makes it cheaper in terms of production cost and enable it for customization and upgrading.
Desktop is powered from electricity and it's safe from heat problem,even being used for long hours.
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Desktop computer is designed to fit in an individual workspace,i.e.in the office or at home.As it was for individual use,thus also called a "Personal Computer" or a "PC".
Desktop can be connected and share resource such as printer via a Local Area Network or LAN.Desktop spare parts and extensions are normally standardized.This makes it cheaper in terms of production cost and enable it for customization and upgrading.
Desktop is powered from electricity and it's safe from heat problem,even being used for long hours.
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12.10.10
Laptop Computer
Laptop,a computer that is smaller in size and lighter in weight than a Desktop.A laptop is small and light enough to sit on the user's lap while in use.That's why it was called "laptop computer" or "laptop"
Laptop is designed for traveling use.The weight of a laptop is usually around 3 kg.It has a thin,flat display screen,a keyboard,a pointing device and speakers in it.Notebook and Netbook computers are considered as laptop.
Laptop is powered by mains electricity via AC adapter and rechargeable battery.Some laptops have a VGA connector,which allows it to connect to external monitor or video projector.Laptop is also capable for graphic applications,i.e.playing video ,video games,3D application,etc.
With rapid advanced innovation and competition nowadays,many laptops can deliver higher performance at lower prices.Laptops become popular and are now widely used by people all over the world
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Laptop is designed for traveling use.The weight of a laptop is usually around 3 kg.It has a thin,flat display screen,a keyboard,a pointing device and speakers in it.Notebook and Netbook computers are considered as laptop.
Laptop is powered by mains electricity via AC adapter and rechargeable battery.Some laptops have a VGA connector,which allows it to connect to external monitor or video projector.Laptop is also capable for graphic applications,i.e.playing video ,video games,3D application,etc.
With rapid advanced innovation and competition nowadays,many laptops can deliver higher performance at lower prices.Laptops become popular and are now widely used by people all over the world
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5.10.10
GPS
GPS or Global Positioning System was designed by the U.S.military around 20-30 years ago.GPS was used in many military operations including the Operation Desert Storm in 1992.A few years later,GPS was allowed for civilian use.
What can GPS do for us ? GPS can show us our exact position on the earth anytime, no matter how bad the weather is or how far away from our destination.
As quoted from The Library of Congress's Everyday Mysteries Pages,
"GPS answers five questions simultaneously:
1. "Where am I?"
2. "Where am I going?"
3. "Where are you?"
4. "What's the best way to get there?"
5. "When will I get there?""
Everyday we drive a car.If we install a GPS receiver,we will have a clear picture and confidence in our journey.GPS helps us reach our destination effortlessly,while we can get the most of our journey.
What can GPS do for us ? GPS can show us our exact position on the earth anytime, no matter how bad the weather is or how far away from our destination.
As quoted from The Library of Congress's Everyday Mysteries Pages,
"GPS answers five questions simultaneously:
1. "Where am I?"
2. "Where am I going?"
3. "Where are you?"
4. "What's the best way to get there?"
5. "When will I get there?""
Everyday we drive a car.If we install a GPS receiver,we will have a clear picture and confidence in our journey.GPS helps us reach our destination effortlessly,while we can get the most of our journey.
5.9.10
Internet Game Online
An internet market research indicated that number of online game players increased by 27% in year 2008.And their game playing time increased by 42%. The trends develop higher and higher every year.
A game called FarmVille was launched in June,2009. It has become the hottest game till now and gained more than 75 million registered members.Meanwhile,other online games,i.e.World of Warcraft,Mafia Wars,also gain huge number of members too.
Can you imagine how many hours a week do people play game online ? In total,all game players worldwide spend 3 billion hours a week playing game online.Real amazing,isn't it ?! How many hours do you play game ?
A game called FarmVille was launched in June,2009. It has become the hottest game till now and gained more than 75 million registered members.Meanwhile,other online games,i.e.World of Warcraft,Mafia Wars,also gain huge number of members too.
Can you imagine how many hours a week do people play game online ? In total,all game players worldwide spend 3 billion hours a week playing game online.Real amazing,isn't it ?! How many hours do you play game ?
24.8.10
Tablet PC Trend
The successful launch of iPad "Tablet PC" had induced all its competitors to develop and launch their "Tablet PC" to fight for shares.
Apple gain a big success from its sales of 3.21 million iPad in the first 4 months of the launch.This is a dramatically uprising trend of iPad and also for any other upcoming brands of "Tablet PC".
A survey indicates that around 40% of those who intend to buy iPad in the near future,are not Apple's current customers,but are using PC and/or notebook of some big brands.
As we all know, it's a very dynamic and high competition market. Now,all big brands are going to launch their Tablet PCs.Some estimate a total of around 50 brands and models will be launched in year 2011.
As a consumer,this will be a very good opportunity to compare, select and get the best "Tablet PC" at possibly,the best price too !
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Apple gain a big success from its sales of 3.21 million iPad in the first 4 months of the launch.This is a dramatically uprising trend of iPad and also for any other upcoming brands of "Tablet PC".
A survey indicates that around 40% of those who intend to buy iPad in the near future,are not Apple's current customers,but are using PC and/or notebook of some big brands.
As we all know, it's a very dynamic and high competition market. Now,all big brands are going to launch their Tablet PCs.Some estimate a total of around 50 brands and models will be launched in year 2011.
As a consumer,this will be a very good opportunity to compare, select and get the best "Tablet PC" at possibly,the best price too !
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