Physics and Technology – Technology – Biometric Techniques Biometric techniques focus on an individual’s physical traits or behavioral patterns, instead of using a PIN code, password, magnetic card, or key. This allows for a quicker and more secure verification of people’s identities. Biometric techniques are largely free from disadvantages such as forgotten or stolen passwords … Read more
Intelligent Machines and the Networked world – the Networked World The Internet and World Wide Web connect computers, people, and ideas around the globe. The Internet’s commerical opportunities were quickly discovered, and new forms of community emerged as well. The Internet has changed society. There is no faster way to disseminate information and make it … Read more
Physics and Technology – Technology – The World Wide Web The idea of the World Wide Web revolutionized the Internet, turning it into an information center for all. In contrast to newspapers, radio, and television, users everywhere can contribute to its content and development. The World Wide Web, or simply the Web, is a much-prized … Read more
Intelligent Machines and The Networked World – The Internet The word Internet derives from “Interconnected Network.” Its advanced technology allows connected computers in large or small networks around the globe to exchange data. Countless applications rest on this foundation. The Internet is a specialized network of connections and computers. It links smaller computer networks around … Read more
Physics and Technology – Technology – Computer Networks Our modern world has been shaped by linking computers and therefore people together. Networks allow data to flow from machine to machine- across a room or around the globe. With only a little effort, computers can be linked together in small networks. In turn. these Local Area … Read more
intelligent machines and the networked world – artificial intelligence Artificial intelligence (Al) is a specialized branch of computer science. All researchers attempt to imitate some of the abilities of living things, such as perception, learning, logical reasoning, and language using computers. Individual biological nerve cells (neurons) can be simulated by computers and connected to each … Read more
Intelligent Machines and the Networked World Electronic networks allow both people and machines to communicate. An increasing number of machines are equipped with sophisticated artificial intelligence and can be programmed to handle many types of work, while computers may be utilized even within seemingly simple and everyday objects. Physics and Technology – Technology – Intelligent … Read more
Computer Technology – Applications Applications are software programs whose functions are accessed directly by the user. Examples include word processing and spreadsheet programs as well as computer-aided design (CAD) programs and games. Office programs include word processors, spreadsheets, presentation aids, and databases. Microsoft Office is the current market leader. OpenOffice.org is an increasingly popular “open … Read more
Physics and Technology – Technology – Operating Systems The software that makes the use of a computer possible is called the operating system. It manages and controls the running of the computer-from starting and ending the programs to managing attached devices. Computers can only perform the functions for which they are programmed. Programs are written … Read more
Computer Technology – Data Storage Devices Secure data storage and strategies to achieve it have become increasingly important for both individuals and businesses. Technical innovations have brought improved storage media to a wide range of users. Data storage must meet high technological standards. Increasingly, devices are required to store large amounts of data securely for … Read more
