THE LATEST OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE AVAILABLE AND THE LATEST DEVELOPMENT IN ICT 0.

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Meaning of open source software 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 open source hardware Open source hardware, also called open hardware, is electronic or computer hardware built fromdesign information that could be copyrighted or licensed but has instead been made available for public use at no charge. Such information can include documentation, schematic diagrams, construction details, parts lists and logic designs.In a literal sense, physical objects do not lend themselves to the open source paradigm in the same way as does software (with the possible exception of self-replicating robots). The term open source can, however, be applied directly to information that allows people to build, modify and update specific hardware items such as personal computers, computer peripherals, telecommunicationss. 1.0 The Latest Open Source Operating System (OS) 1.1 Meaning of Open Source OS Open source software refers to applications developed in which the user can access and alter the "source" code itself. Some open source applications have restrictions on their use and distribution, but many do not. Unlike public domain software, Open source software does have copyrights and it 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 software include: LINUX, Apache, Firefox, KO ffice, Thunderbird, Open Office,eclipe

Mozilla Firefox To Set Browsing World On Fire In 2012

Mozilla FireFox To Set Browsing World On Fire In 2012 Among the ways that Mozilla plans on improving Firefox in 2012 is by way of a number of efforts that could make the browser more secure for a greater number of users. Mozilla makes incremental security updates with eac h release such as the recent Firefox 9 update, which patched several security vulnerabilities. The open source browser vendor also works on making the overall platform more secure, which will be the core focus in 2012. The hotfix feature will give Mozilla a way to patch a vulnerability or fix an important issue without requiring a full build. In some cases, there wont even be a need to restart the browser. Read More: http://tinyurl.com/FireFox-Security Source: http://netsecurityit.wordpress.com/2012/01/10/2012 -will-likely-be-amilestone-for-mozillas-firefox-web-browser/

Thunderbird9.0OfficiallyLandsinUbuntu11.10

After the office upgrade to firefox 9 in Ubuntu 11.10 at the beginning of the month, canonical announced on January 24th that the Mozilla thunderbird 9.0 email client is now available on the official software repositories of the orifice operating system.All Ubuntu 11.10 user can upgrade now their defult email client to thunderbird 9.0 which was officially released by Mozilla at the end of last year on December 21st 2011.

Features on Smart Phones

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Smart phones offer users the luxury of a home computer built into

The ever-growing lines of smart phones provide a number of special features that make the device more than just a simple telephone. What makes a smart phone special is its system software, similar to that in a computer. This software allows the phone to act as a portable device used for data and voice communication remotely. While more smart phones offer new advanced features every year, the most basic feature remains giving the user a portable computer that fits in his or her pocket.

2.0 The Latest Open Source Application Software 2.1 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 SoftwareOpen Office An office application set (for word processing, spreadsheet manipulation,picture drawing and data base access) compatible with all other major officeapplication sets such as Office and available for Windows and Mac as well as Linuxand other UNIX systems.Squirrel Mail An email application (for reading and writing email through a web clientprogram) supporting IMAP and SMTP and available for Windows and Mac as well asLinux and other UNIX systems.

Example application software A Review of Douglas Crockford's "JavaScript: The Good Parts" January 31st, 2012 Marius Schulz Book Reviews, JavaScript For the year 2012, I have made a bunch of New Year's resolutions regarding software development, including ...

1. Learning JavaScript (again). 2. Reading and blogging more. 3. Contributing more to open source projects. Having picked up JavaScript mostly from a variety of online tutorials and examples a couple of years ago, I felt that I was lacking a true understanding of advanced concepts of the language, such as its prototypal inheritance or the currently assigned value of a function's this parameter. Several weeks ago, I bought "JavaScript: The Good Parts" by Douglas Crockford (O'Reilly eBook) to learn JavaScript, again. This time, though, I wanted to explore the language in detail with all its strengths and good nesses, but also with its weaknesses, pitfalls, and quirks. After having finished his book, I can happily say that Crockford did an excellent job elaborating the aspects I wanted to read about and many more.Reading his book and writing this blog post are the first of many steps following my New Year's resolutions, so let us get started ...

Basic and Specialized Software Application Graphical User Interface(GUI)

In computing a graphical user interface(GUI)is a type of user interface that allows users to interact with electronic devices with images rather than text commands. GUIs can be used in computers, hand-held devices such as MP3 players, portable media players or gaming devices, household appliances and office equipment . A GUI represents the information and actions available to a user through graphical icons and visual indicators such as secondary notation, as opposed to text-based interfaces, typed command labels or text navigation. The actions are usually performed through direct manipulation of the graphical elements.

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PlayStation Vita Games Take Full Advantage Of New Sony Hardware Features

Sony has shipped its successor to PSP, the PlayStation (PS) Vita, in the U.S., Europe and Australia. After its Japanese launch last fall, which has seen steady sales but nothing close to a

blockbuster hardware launch, Sony hopes American gamers remain loyal to its PlayStation brand. When it comes to PS Vita, it really all comes down to pricing. The hardware pricing ($250 for Wi-Fi and $300 for AT&T 3G/Wi-Fi) is steep for the mainstream audience, as is the software (which ranges from $30 for games like ModNation Racers: Road Trip to $50 for games like Uncharted: Golden Abyss). Sonys decision to proprietary Vita Cards (the PSPs UMD is officially dead) adds another $20 (for 4GB) to $100 (for 32GB) to the cost. And those who go the 3G route will end up paying even more ($15 for a 250MB data plan, $30 for a 3GB plan and $50 for a 5GB plan). 4.2 SOFTWARE Sep 14, 2011 My Digital Life Editorial Team 51 Comments Delicious 0digg Windows 8 Developer Preview (Pre-Beta) Build 8102 Released microsoft has officially released the developer preview version of Windows 8 during the BUILD developer conference. The Windows Developer Preview is a pre-beta version of Windows 8 for developers, and thus is not suitable for those looking for stable or intending to run on production system, as the downloads include prerelease software that may change without notice. The released Windows 8 Developer Preview has the build version of Windows 8.8102.0.WINMAIN_WIN8M3.110824-1030, or full build string for x86 edition of version 6.2 (Build 8102.101.x86fre.winmain_win8m3.110830-1739), or indicating its compiled and signed off on August 30th, 2011, and is still a build within M3 development brand. Meaning its prebeta. Windows 8 has the similar system requirements with Windows 7:

1 gigahertz (GHz) or faster 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64) processor 1 gigabyte (GB) RAM (32-bit) or 2 GB RAM (64-bit) 16 GB available hard disk space (32-bit) or 20 GB (64-bit) DirectX 9 graphics device with WDDM 1.0 or higher driver Taking advantage of touch input requires a screen that supports multi-touch As its a prerelease software, some features are not available yet. According to Building Windows 8 blog, the preview build does not include the Windows Store, Windows Live Metro

style apps, and some of the user interface features; and tha the focus of the preview is the API and development tools for building Metro style apps. In fact, Microsoft gives the following warning: The software is provided as is, and you bear the risk of using it. It may not be stable, operate correctly or work the way the final version of the software will. It should not be used in a production environment. The features and functionality in the prerelease software may not appear in the final version. Some product features and functionality may require advanced or additional hardware, or installation of other software.

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4.0 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 exponentialspeeds - 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-bookreader capabilities, and/or a built-in full keyboard or external USB keyboard andVGA connector. In other words, it is a miniature computer that has phone capability.Personal Digital Assistant (PDA)A personal digital assistant (PDA) is a handheld computer, also known as a palmtopcomputer. Newer PDAs also have both color screens and audio capabilities, enablingthem to be used as mobile phones, web browsers, or portable media players. ManyPDAs can access the Internet

via Wi-Fi, or Wireless Wide-Area Networks (WWANs).Many PDAs employ touch screen technology. what is a mobile device (smartphone or tablet)? At the current technological context, the mobile device concept is directly related to smartphone or tablet. A smartphone is a mobile phone with advanced characteristics that allow internet access on any hour, place or condition, GPS use, email push, etc. A tablet requires the same features as a smartphone, however, its screen is bigger (bigger than a smartphone and lowest than a laptop). Aware of all features preconceived in a smartphone or tablet, is yet possible install additional software (mobile applications) developed to meet the needs of each user.

what is a mobile application? A mobile application is a program that could be installed on a smartphone or tablet meeting the special needs of a specific user or target audience, in addition to all the programs pre-installed in such devices. why invest in a mobile application? When creating a mobile application for your company, the audience will be the same existing customers and / or potential new customers. Thus, the purpose of the application is to present your business (products / services, contacts, GPS location, among others.) freely and innovative. what is the return that can get my company to invest in creating a mobile application? Be in emerging market applications / mobile devices means that more people have access to information about your business, anywhere, anytime, under any circumstances, a fact that is not completely possible through a normal computer internet connection. Copyright 2011 mobiware | All rights reserved | Developed by mobiware

5.0 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.

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