The latest open source software available and the latest development in ICT

Name: : Anzilleo Kristello Mozihim

Class: : 4 Capella/2010
I/C Number : 941008-12-5306
Group Members : Nathaniel Sario Gitom
Chevy Shawn
Jeremy Hebrew
 Introduction

1.0 Introduction
Meaning of Open Source Software (OSS)

Open source software (OSS) is defined as computer software for which

the

source code and certain other rights normally reserved for copyright holders are
provided under a software license that meets the Open Source Definition or that
is in
the public domain. This permits users to use, change, and improve the software,
and
to redistribute it in modified or unmodified forms.

Meaning of Hardware

A computer's hardware consists of the physical components necessary to

operate and interact with a computer. Since a computer's primary language is

binary,

devices are necessary to convert our input into that language. The binary code
coming

out of the computer must also be translated into something usable for the
operator.

Meaning of software

Software is often divided into two categories

1. System software:
Includes the operating system and all the utilities that
enables the computer to function

2. Application software:
Includes programs that do real work for users.
For example, word processors, spreadsheets, and database management
systems fall under the category of applications software.

2.0 The Latest Open Source Operating System (OS)

2.1 Meaning of Open Source OS

Open Source Operating System is the most important program that runs on

a computer that is free to use, change, and improve the software, and to redistribute it

in modified or unmodified forms. Every general-purpose computer must have an

operating system to run other programs. Operating systems perform basic tasks, such

as recognizing input from the keyboard, sending output to the display screen, keeping

track of files and directories on the disk, and controlling peripheral devices such

as disk drives and printers.

2.2 Examples of Open Source OS

Kubuntu Linux

A user friendly operating system based on KDE, the K Desktop Environment. With a

predictable 6 month release cycle and part of the Ubuntu project, Kubuntu is the GNU/Linux

distribution for everyone. Improved desktop, updated applications and increased usability

features are just a few of the surprises with this latest release.

Fedora Linux

A Linux-based operating system that showcases the latest in free and open

source software. Fedora is always free for anyone to use, modify, and distribute. It is

built by people across the globe who work together as a community: the Fedora

Project. The Fedora Project is open and anyone is welcomed to join.

3.0 The Latest Open Source Application Software

3.1 Meaning of Open Source Application Software
 Open Source Application Software (also called as end-user programs) includes

database programs, word processors, and spreadsheets. It is free to use, change, and

improve the software, and to redistribute it in modified or unmodified forms.

3.2 Examples of Open Source Application Software

Open Office

An office application set (for word processing, spreadsheet manipulation,

picture drawing and data base access) compatible with all other major office

application sets such as Office and available for Windows and Mac as well as Linux

and other UNIX systems.

Squirrel Mail

An email application (for reading and writing email through a web client

program) supporting IMAP and SMTP and available for Windows and Mac as well as

Linux and other UNIX systems.

4.0The Latest Development in ICT

4.1 Hardware (ATi Radeon HD 5970 and AMD Phenom X6)
HD 5970, fastest graphics card on the planet at this time! AMD phenom X6, the first
processor that features hexa-cores

Codenamed Hemlock, the Radeon HD 5900 series was announced on

October 12, 2009, starting with the HD 5970. The Radeon HD 5900 series
utilizes two Cypress graphics processors and a third-party PCI-E bridge, similar
to Radeon HD 4800 X2 series graphics cards, making it the only series within the
Evergreen GPU family to have two GPUs on one PCB. The latest series, R800
was codenamed Evergreen launched on September 23, 2009. It features a
40 nm fabrication process, with more stream cores and compatibility with the
next major version of the DirectX API, DirectX 11, which launched on October 22,
2009 along with Microsoft Windows 7. The Rxxx/RVxxx codename scheme was
scrapped entirely. The first cards out of the gate are the 5870 and 5850. Both
use GDDR5 memory and have 1,440+ stream processors. ATI has released beta
drivers that introduces full OpenGL 4.0 support on the 5900 and 5800 series and
some OpenGL 4.0 functionality on the 5400 through 5700 series. The HD 5970
has a Dual GPU and it is 2GB VRAM (Which is actually 2x1GB VRAM) and a
double data rate of GDDR5. This card even beat the Nvidia GTX480 in one of the
most demanding graphics game, Crysis which is a game created for Nvidia.

Phenom II is a family of AMD's multi-core 45 nm processors using the

AMD K10 microarchitecture, succeeding the original Phenom. Advanced Micro
Devices released the Socket AM2+ version of Phenom II in December 2008,
while Socket AM3 versions with DDR3 support, along with an initial batch of
triple- and quad-core processors were released on February 9, 2009. Dual-
processor systems require Socket F+ for the Quad FX platform. The next-
generation Phenom II X6 was released on April 27, 2010

The Phenom II X4 operates as the processor component of AMD's Dragon

Platform, which also includes the 790 series chipset and Radeon HD 4800 series
graphics. The Thuban Phenom II X6 is the CPU in the Leo Platform which also
includes the AMD890 chipset and the Radeon HD 5800 series graphics. The HD
5970 features eyefinity which allows user to connect more than 2 or more
monitors which allows them to have extra workspace.

4.2 Software (ESET )

A fast blazing light feathered Anti-virus! Featuring Threat sense that detect unknown attacks.
 ESET's first product was NOD, an antivirus software for computers running MS-
DOS. In 1998, ESET introduced NOD32 v1.0 for Microsoft Windows, with version v2.0
following in 2003. The last supported build of the v2.x codebase is v2.70.39, released in
November 2006 to add support for Microsoft Windows Vista. In January 2010, ESET
announced they would cease selling or providing downloads of NOD32 v2.x in February
2010 and no longer provide signature updates or support after February 2012

ESET released ESET NOD32 Antivirus v3.0 in November 2007, slightly changing
the name from NOD32. The company also introduced ESET Smart Security, a
new product combining ESET NOD32 Antivirus with antispam and firewall
functions.

ESET introduced ESET NOD32 Antivirus and ESET Smart Security v4.0 on
March 2, 2009.

ESET introduced ESET NOD32 Antivirus and ESET Smart Security v4.2 on
March 11, 2010. The latest version is 4.2.58.0

ESET NOD32 Antivirus and ESET Smart Security v4.2 both support Windows
2000, XP, Server 2003, Vista, Server 2008 and Windows 7; additionally, ESET
NOD32 Antivirus v4.2 supports Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 with Service Pack 6a.
Support for 64-bit (x86-64, not IA-64) versions of these operating systems is
provided, although the program runs both 32-bit and 64-bit processes Users of
older versions of Microsoft Windows, such as Windows 95, 98, Me and NT 4.0,
will need to install the older v2.70.39 release. In addition to Microsoft Windows
the company also supports the following operating systems: BSD, Linux, Mac OS
X, Novell NetWare and Sun Solaris.

ESET made a formal announcement about compatibility with Windows 7,

however, a knowledge base article published on June 28, 2009 explains how to
upgrade from Windows Vista to Windows 7 when ESET Smart Security is
installed on the computer.

In December, 2009 ESET announced beta test versions of ESET NOD32

Antivirus for Mac OS X and Linux desktops

ESET has also introduced its mobile antivirus ESET Mobile Antivirus for
Windows Mobile users and Symbian OS. In addition to malware protection it
provides antispam filtering for SMS messages. A follow-up program, ESET

Mobile Security adds firewall and anti-theft features, like SIM locking and remote wipe.
A full new and stable version of ESET NOD32 was released on 6 July 2010

5.0 Pervasive Computing

5.1 Meaning
 The idea that technology is moving beyond the personal computer to everyday

devices with embedded technology and connectivity as computing devices become

progressively smaller and more powerful. Also called ubiquitous computing,

pervasive computing is the result of computer technology advancing at exponential

speeds - a trend toward all man-made and some natural products having hardware and

software. Pervasive computing goes beyond the realm of personal computers.

It is the idea that almost any device, from clothing to tools to appliances to

cars to homes to the human body to your coffee mug, can be imbedded with chips to

connect the device to an infinite network of other devices. The goal of pervasive

computing, which combines current network technologies with wireless

computing, voice recognition, Internet capability and artificial intelligence, is to

create an environment where the connectivity of devices is embedded in such a way

that the connectivity is unobtrusive and always available.

5.2 Examples
Smartphone

A smartphone is a mobile phone offering advanced capabilities, often with PC-

like functionality. There is no industry standard definition of a smartphone. For some,

a smartphone is a phone that runs complete operating system software providing a

standardized interface and platform for application developers. For others, a

smartphone is simply a phone with advanced features like e-mail, Internet and e-book

reader capabilities, and/or a built-in full keyboard or external USB keyboard and

VGA connector. In other words, it is a miniature computer that has phone capability.

Examples of smartphones are Sony Ericssion X10 mini, iPhone 4, I-mobile i858 and the

CSL Spice MI300.

Personal Digital Assistant (PDA)

A personal digital assistant (PDA) is a handheld computer, also known as a palmtop

computer. Newer PDAs also have both color screens and audio capabilities, enabling

them to be used as mobile phones, web browsers, or portable media players. Many

PDAs can access the Internet via Wi-Fi, or Wireless Wide-Area Networks (WWANs).

Many PDAs employ touch screen technology. An example of a PDA is the Nokia N900.

6.0 Conclusion
 Open Source can be used by anyone and because it has no copyright
claims, so users are free to use, change, and improve the software, and to
redistribute it in modified or unmodified forms. Pervasive Computing is to make
our lives easier because we can interact with computers. Besides that, we can
easily give the computer commands and the computer will grant your wish. Also
without computers, we could not contact our penpals, enjoying entertainment
such as games and social networking websites and getting important information
for our work.

7.0 Reference

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ESET_Smart_Security
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AMD_Phenom
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Evergreen_%28GPU_family%29
http://forum.digitalpowered.net/index.php?showforum=129