Selecting a Personal Digital Assistant
A Computer in Your Hand Carrying around an address book and planner is becoming a thing of the past. With new PDA developments, you can manage your contacts and schedule, use e-mail, and even listen to music. Personal Digital Assistants, originally called "Palm Pilots," previously were used just for retrieving basic information. Today, using some of the more advanced models could possibly replace the need to carry a laptop computer. Modern PDAs can play music, games, videos, write documents, and connect to networks and databases -- nothing short of a desktop computer.
Although newer PDAs have the processing power of a computer, they still have some limitations. Inputting information is done by handwriting recognition or by a miniature keyboard. Skilled users can input 20 - 30 words per minute, less than half the speed of a good typist on a full-size keyboard. PDAs with a color screen tend to run through battery life faster. Finally, because the small screen size the number of prograqm options that can be displayed, the programs available aren't as advanced because the user doesn't have as much control over the program.
Despite these limitations, the market for PDAs is continuing to expand. Students, doctors, and business professionals are increasingly relying on PDAs for computing on the go. Common PDA applications include spreadsheet, word processing, database, financial management, and games. PDAs synchronize files with your computer so that you can take your important information with you and update it when needed. What to Look For The two basic types of PDAs are Palm and Windows Mobile devices.
The Palm Pilot was the first PDA available and its operation is very intuitive; some compared it to the Macintosh. Windows Mobile devices run an operating system very similar to Windows on desktop computers. Although Windows Mobile offers advanced features, its interface is still somewhat difficult to navigate in comparison to the Palm. When purchasing a PDA, make sure that the programs on the PDA are compatible with the programs on your computer. Test out different models, with keyboard and with handwriting recognition, to see which one fits your preferences best.
Also consider which application you will be using most. If you plan on using your PDA primarily for e-mail, get a PDA with a good keyboard and good battery life. If you plan on taking digital photos, your main concern should be the quality of the digital camera and the screen..
Deryck Richards is the founder and managing partner of Desktronix. With an extensive educational background in computer information systems, Deryck currently manages hosting and data center operations for Desktronix. He also provides system administration and technical support directly to small businesses as he has since 2000. His areas of expertise include networking, Windows, Linux, and Macintosh systems and he is the author of The Guide to Technology for Small Business. For more information on Desktronix, visit www.desktronix.com.Monitor Keyboard Drawer Features Standard Mouse
Acnodes Corporation, of Walnut, California announces the KD 9200 20.1" ultra high resolution (1600 x 1200) 2U rackmount monitor keyboard drawer with a 20.1" UXGA TFT LCD. This monitor keyboard drawer is intended for the rackmount and military market requiring high end graphic capabilities.The 20.1 inch TFT LCD display provides 1600 x 1200 pixel resolution, .255mm dot pitch, a contrast ratio of 750:1 and a brightness of 250cd/m2. An optional touch screen is available. There is also a tempered glass installed on the fornt of LCD panel for better protection.The desktop-type mechanic keyboad provides 101 keys and includes a standard optical mouse. The keyboard and optical mouse are available in a PS/2 connector.
The stereo speaker is located on the top of LCD panel for audio applications.The clamshell style of the KD 9200 and its rugged construction lends itself perfectly to installation in mobile equipment cases. The 20.1" UXGA LCD is imperative to clearly display as much information...
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Lingerie, Sore Knees, and Male Shoppers
At the top of the list of things that I most don't like to do, shopping has a hallowed spot. Granted, there are a couple of things that I would hate to do more, but my editors would have six strokes if I entered into dialogues about any of them here. Being respectful of their wishes, and also respectful of the fact that writing a column that no one would print is rather pointless, I'll move forward and get right to the point. I was forced into a shopping experience for a computer part today, and while doing that l learned a tad more about women, which is always a good thing.First off, about my computer - a few days ago I spilled something I shouldn't have on my keyboard, which necessitated the purchase of another one. After I got all of the cussing out of my system, I grimly realized that I was going to have to enter that one true hell for all men, a shopping mall.
Honest to God, I'm cringing just writing down those two words. Shopping malls are the bane of all genuine men, and...
Lingerie, Sore Knees, and Male Shoppers
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Valhalla Records Release "Stranglehold," the Self-Titled Debut Album by the Awesome UK Power Metal Trio, Featuring Lionsheart Members Steve Hales and Pete Bartlett
Already with the likes of Dirty Deeds, Pain Control and Legacy on the roster, Valhalla Records continue to expand their roster with this Stranglehold CD.
Three fine exponents of Progressive flavoured Power Metal make up this talented UK trio; Jon Nicholas on guitars and vocals, Steve Hales on drums and Pete Bartlett on bass and keys.Heavy Melodic Metal laced strongly with superb musicianship. This is powerful stuff. Catchy melodies deliver strong intelligent lyrics that deal with a wide range of subjects and emotions. Mindblowing guitar and keyboard solos fly around Nicholas' unique vocals while at the other end Hales' double-kick drumming underpins the whole album with dextrous authority.The unique sound of Stranglehold comprises many factors.
Dynamic vocals sung with passion, fast fast fast shredding, trading keyboard and guitar solos (something very rarely heard anymore) complex yet driving rhythms, time changes...it's all here. Is it progressive metal? Is it power...
Valhalla Records Release "Stranglehold," the Self-Titled Debut Album by the Awesome UK Power Metal Trio, Featuring Lionsheart Members Steve Hales and Pete Bartlett
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The NimbleFrog? Leaps Forward at the 2004 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES)
LAS VEGAS, NV (ContentDesk) January 8, 2004--Providing another leap forward in compact usability, FrogPad Inc. of Houston, Texas and Nimble Microsystems, Inc. of Cambridge, Massachusetts, today unveil the strategic partnership of the Nimble V5? desk/tabletop PC2 and the ultra-compact one-handed FrogPadTM keyboard.
Executives of both Companies stress that the bundling of these two products provides users with a unique total solution. Combining Nimble Microsystems' patent-pending compact-size, fully-functional desk/tabletop PC2 called the Nimble V5 with FrogPad's patented ultra-portable, single-handed keyboard called FrogPad, the NimbleFrog allows people to use a computer with the greatest of ease.
This synergistic partnership allows both Nimble and FrogPad, Inc. to soar ahead of the competition.FrogPad's patented data entry technology, keyboard layout and algorithms are manufactured and distributed now by KaizenFrogPad and will be licensed to wireless service...
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Word, Excel, Access, Powerpoint, Outlook, Frontpage, & Publisher For Office 2003 - New Quick-Reference Guides From Permacharts
MICROSOFT OFFICE 2003 At long last, it's finally here - and we are ready. Office 2003 titles are the latest editions to our suite of desktop Microsoft products. Whether you are a student or scientist, a businessperson or educator, we have a chart to accompany Office 2003's most popular applications. Word, Excel, PowerPoint make up the core trio. Rounding up our release are Access, FrontPage, Publisher, and Outlook.
Each title is available individually, or in bulk. Permacharts has released the following Office 2003 titles:Word 2003 (ISBN: 1-55080-901-6) Retail: $3.95 U.S./$5.35 CDNThe word is - Word! This handy reference chart covers everything you need to get started with the 2003 edition of this universal word processing program from Microsoft. Includes the latest information on toolbars, tables, text, task panes, files graphics, envelopes, and labels. Learn how to work with macros, proofing tools, margins, tabs, spacing, footnotes, endnotes, view pages, and create Web pages...
Word, Excel, Access, Powerpoint, Outlook, Frontpage, & Publisher For Office 2003 - New Quick-Reference Guides From Permacharts
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