answersLogoWhite

0

📱

Computers

This category includes questions and answers about computers and everything related to computers.

48,002 Questions

Why is kidsmania banned?

Who ever that is either got banned by someone reporting on he or she, did cheats, or did some bad things on club penguin.

How to Speed up my computer and make it run like new?

The best way to speed up your computer and make it run like new is to remove any malware and unnecessary files.

What percent of computer users worldwide use Microsoft?

Some reports have quoted the figure 91.46% of computer uses, but this figure does not include Apple Macs.

What is distrubuted computing?

Distributed computing indicates a relationship among multiple, remotely operating computers simultaneously involved in solving computational problems or facilitating data processing methods. Business enterprises frequently employ distributed computing as a way to implement the various stages comprising a particular process at the most efficacious point within the computer network. For example, typical distributed computing events accommodating the three-step model includes processing of the user interface at the user's computer and effecting business processes at a remote computer. Finally, processing as well as database access is completed within a separate computer capable of providing consolidated access for numerous business processes. This is also referred to as the "client/server" model of distributed computing.

One of the first instances of using distributing computing methods was enacted by the group distributed.net, in which users were able to break a cryptographic code. Early development of streamlining the communication of multiple computers through a single network in pursuit of a common goal has now evolved into the advanced field of distributed computing that permits finalization of computation problems in real time.

Other terms for distributed computing include parallel computing and concurrent computing, with slight variations in the meaning of these terms. Distributed computing, for example, involves processors with individual memories that are private and only shared when users deliberately exchange messages among processors. Alternately, parallel computing may involve users being able to access shared memory without needing to intentionally exchange data.

Fundamental properties characterizing a distributed computing system include:

  • It must be able to sustain failures in remote computers
  • It contains structural components, such as network latency and topology, that is not detected prior to creating the system
  • Individual computers comprising the system have incomplete and limited views of the distributing computing system. In other words, each remote computer may have knowledge of only one aspect of the total input

Commonly used distributed computing applications and systems are cellular, internet and telephone networks; routing algorithms; peer-to-peer networks; virtual communities; multiplayer games; airline reservation, aircraft control and banking systems and grid/cluster computing.

Can a flv movie put into a iPod?

No, you need to convert it to an ipod format such as mp4. Use YouTube Downloader or Media Coder. Search FLV to iPod on google

Is there a code to get free boards on fantagecom?

go to fantage .com go to the board shop and type in your username ! after that you can go pick a board un like !!!!!

What is some names of the latest proxy sites?

Proxy sites are commonly used when one wishes to browse the internet anonymously or to unblock sites in the workplace or school. Some popular examples are Anonymouse, CiP-C, You are Hidden, and many others.

Why IS are products of IT?

because one first needs to know the difference between data, information and knowledge (both explicit and tacit).IS is an element of the IT b'cause it opens up our minds and broadens them and gives us an opportunity to be able change our perceptions when it comes to reality and "the so called reality". And in order for one to have access to information, be able to generate infor, organize infor, retrieve infor and manipulate it where you can, one needs to be information literate and be able to find other means for information to be communicated through technology.

Qualities of a team leader?

1.Know your team. At some point, every day, walk around the office and say "Hi" to everyone who works for you. If you're not in the office that day, call and see how people are.

2. Meet your team. Regularly - daily, weekly or monthly, depending on your place and type of work - have meetings of all the members of the team. Keep these meetings short, focused and action-orientated.

3. Train your team. Every team member should have at least two days training a year. Newer and more senior colleagues should have more. If they don't ask to go on training sessions, suggest some suitable courses.

4.Grow your team. Through varied experience and regular training, you should be developing each team member to be more and more confident and more skilled.

5.Set objectives for each team member. As far as possible, these objective such be SMART - Specific Measurable Achievable Resourced Timed.

6.Review the performance of each team member. At least once a year - at least quarterly for the first year of a new team member - have a review session where you assess performance, give feedback and agree future objectives and training.

7.Inspire your team. Consider making available a motivational quote or story every week or month.

8.Socialise with your team. Have lunch or an after-work drink with them, especially when a staff member has a birthday or there's another reason to celebrate.

9.Thank constantly. The words "Thank you" take seconds to say, but mean so much.

10.Praise constantly. The words "Well done" take seconds to say, but will be long remembered and appreciated.

11.Communicate constantly. Don't assume that people know what you're doing, still less what you are planning or thinking. Tell them, using all the communication tools to hand: team briefings, electronic newsletters, organisational newspapers.

12.Eliminate. Too often we do things because they've always been done. Life changes. Consider whether you could stop doing certain things altogether.

13.Delegate. You don't have to do everything. Develop your team members by training them to do more and trusting them to take over some of the things you've been doing.

14.Empower. A really effective leader sets clear objectives for his team members, but leaves detailed implementation of these objectives to the discretion and judgment of individual members of the team. As Second World War U.S. General George S. Patton put it: "Don't tell people how to do things. Tell them what to do and let them surprise you with their results".

15.Facilitate. A confident leader does not try to micro-manage his team, but makes it clear that, if team members need advice or assistance, he is always there to facilitate and support.

16.Be on time. Always start meetings on time and finish them on time. Natural breaks keep people fresh. Short meetings concentrate the mind.

17.Be seen. Don't just talk the talk, but walk the walk. So visit each unit or department for which you are responsible on a regular basis. Don't do this unannounced - you are not out to undermine other leaders or catch out staff. So arrange with the unit leader or departmental head when you'll visit and ask him or her to walk round with you.

18.Make time. Managers are often very busy and this can deter people from approaching you, so make time for people and be approachable. People will appreciate you taking five minutes out of your busy schedule, especially if you act on/listen to what they say.

19.Really listen. Many of us - especially those who think they are important - don't really listen, but instead think about what they're going to say next. Give the person speaking to you your full attention and really take on board what they are saying.

20.Accept honest criticism. Criticism is hard to take, particularly from a relative, a friend, an acquaintance or a stranger - but it's a powerful tool of learning. Above all, assess criticism on merit, without regard to its originator.

21.Think strategically. The doers cut a path through the jungle; the managers are behind them sharpening the machetes; the leaders find time to think, climb the nearest tree, and shout "Wrong jungle!" Find time to climb the trees.

22.Have a mentor or buddy, someone doing similar work in the same or a similar organisation with whom you can regularly and frankly discuss your progress and your problems as a leader.

23.Have a role model, someone who can inspire you to be a truly great leader.

24.Constantly revisit and review these tips. In his seminal work, "The Seven Habits Of Highly Effective People", Stephen Covey puts it this way: "Sharpen the saw".

25.Plan your succession. You won't be there forever and you may not be in control of the timing and circumstances of your departure. So start now to mentor and train at least one colleague who could take over from you.

What kind of file has a name that ends withgif?

.gif stands for: "Graphic Interface File"; they are 8 bit graphic images allowing for 256 possible pixel colours using the RGB colour formating system.

What does -.- mean?

"-.-" Is a computer smiley. People use it when they are annoyed or mad.

"-.-" If you look at it closely you can see 2 eyes and a nose.

Answer

-.- is Morse code for the letter k.

Is smashing your head against a keyboard bad for you?

yes. the brain is a soft tissue organ it only floats in the goo in your head. when it hits some thing with enough force, such as hitting it on a keyboard or getting into a car accident, your brain smashes into your skull and causes what is known as trauma.

What does ISO A series means?

ISO means International Standard Organisation

What is a micropause?

a pause less than one second, looks like this in a text: (.)

What beginning computer language is taught at colleges?

The answer varies depending on a number of factors (what type of school do you plan to attend, do you plan on a major-track CS1 or non-major). For years many schools have been starting students in C/C++ or Java. In recent years Python has been growing in popularity as an introductory language. A few schools offer early CS courses in the graphical language Alice. While these may be some of the big choices, different colleges start students off in a number of ways (Ada, matlab, fortran, etc.).

What would i need to buy in order to store or save the files on the recovery image?

The recovery image should not be altered by storing files on the partition holding the file. It's a safety device in case something happens to the main partition holding Windows. Altering or storing files to the recovery partition - may make rescuing the hard-drive impossible.