Bill Gates, founder of Microsoft Corporation, popularized the user of graphical user interfaces in the 1990s by introducing Microsoft Windows. ... A key element missing in operating systems was the capability of application software to interface easily with a computer's input and output devices. ... At .A 1982 computer convention, VisiCorp Corporation demonstrated a software interface called VisiOn. ... The graphical user interface concept used to develop the Interface Manager was a descendent of the experimental versions of the graphical user interface from Xerox's Palo Alt...

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Computer Issues What are the problems in computer security? ... However, virus and worms has been criticized many software vendors, internets server and end users over the period of decades. ... The difficult for users prevent this matter when Mydoom virus generates emails with a spoofed from people you know. ... Even though the users clean their computers, the infection still remain if the back doors still open. ... This worm does not infect typical end user machines at all .Therefore, it only infects computers running Microsoft SQL Server 2000 or MSDE 2000. ...

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According to the website www.dictionary.com the definition of the term "computer virus- is as follows "A computer program that is designed to replicate itself by copying itself into the other programs stored in a computer. ... When asked, just about any computer user can demonstrate at least a little knowledge in regards to computer viruses. ... The purpose of this paper is to give a brief history of computer viruses and inform of the different kinds of viruses which we as computer users need to look out for, and determine what is currently being done to prevent more computer virus spreads. ...

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Microsoft then licensed BASIC to other companies, such as Apple Computer, Commodore, and Tandy Corporation. ... That move made MS-DOS the standard operating system for personal computers and skyrocketed Microsoft's growth. ... That move gave Microsoft experience in developing applications for GUI's(Graphical User Interface.) ... Windows was a shell of DOS, which means that it ran over DOS and extended the features of DOS, and employed a graphical user interface. ... Also in 1990, Microsoft became the first personal-computer software company to record $1 billion in annual sales. ...

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COMPUTERS Could one imagine what the world would be like today without computers? ... Computers were actually developed in early history. ... From there the computer industry exploded. ... The reason is because computers allow it's users to have access to the same information the actual brokers have. ... A final effect is how it is somewhat necessary for people to become user friendly with the computer. ...

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The competition in the computer industry has forced its own economic evolution through leadership, innovation, desire of wealth, and the willingness to do whatever it takes to be number one at the end of the day. ... With personal computers as a fledgling new industry, there were much fewer people to choose from with the talent required for the creation of computer software and hardware. ... Apple enlisted the help of Xerox in creating a graphical user interface and a new device like no other, called a "mouse" because it physically resembles the shape of the rodent. Microsoft rounded out th...

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Many computers and communication devices can connect to this immense network to access all types of information or to converse with network users. One purpose of a network is give access to many users to share a single program. For example, instead of a small company buying many copies of a program such as Microsoft Works, a network would enable a single program copy to be shared by all computers and their users on the network. ... It aids users in their communication, research, work and use of resources. A network is here to help us to improve our use of the computer and its programs...

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Poor reliability is one of the major reasons that many users are looking for the next big operating system to install on their desktop computers. ... After a while the computer seems to slow down and before long their computer will freeze up and have to be rebooted. ... It is easy to use, user friendly, and can be installed on almost any computer. ... It is a good choice for the not so computer savvy users. Linux offer a more secure, reliable, and cost free option for the end user, but sacrifices in the end user deployment. ...

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For a fairly hefty fee, users could type commands on the teletype and communicate via telephone line with the PDP-10 minicomputer in downtown Seattle. ... But Gates was not the only computer-crazed kid at Lakeside. ... Gates was always very interested in computers, and equally skilled in business. ... "Eight out of every ten computers now in use are driven by Microsoft Corp.'... If you're in the computer business, sooner or later you'll need Microsoft....

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But everyone knows computers break and information gets lost. ... I think the real question is which is better, the book or the computer. ... Don't get me wrong computers are revolutionizing our way of living. ... Books or the computer, which is better? The answer is that it's all up to the user. ...

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A simple database was set up in Access and then the database was shared to allow each user to be able to find out what configuration each computer was in for that day or that week so that the proper tests and or bug reporting could be conducted. ... Instead of taking input in and then presenting that information out to the user or allowing the user to search on specific fields, the information that this database uses is mainly just for the functioning of the application itself. ... This database keeps track of computer systems both the configuration, brand name, machine name, asset type, the...

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You can require users to log in, so that only authorized users can access files. ... Windows XP recognizes three kinds of users. ... It also has a "remote desktop", which takes control of your desktop computer at home. ... That's a problem for anybody whose computer is accessible to coworkers, children, roommates, or others. ... For most Windows 98 users whose system meets the requirements the answer is yes ...

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Their demand: That Microsoft detach its browser, Internet Explorer, from the Windows system and sell it separately or give users a choice between Explorer and its number one competitor, Netscape Navigator. Microsoft has thrived on the ability to foresee and understand the computer needs of the average user. After Microsoft made their name with MS-DOS, they started work on a graphical based operating system much like Apple's Macintosh computer. ... Gates' vision of "A personal computer on every desk, in every home" was the foundation of Microsoft and I believe should be the foundati...

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As we all know, Microsoft dominates the personal computer's operating system. Almost every computer in schools, libraries, offices, and home is equipped with either Windows 3.X, Windows 95, or 98. ... When Windows 98 came out, it already had Microsoft's Internet Explorer installed, compared to Netscape which users had to pay $50 for the program before being acquired by America Online. ... Since a majority of computers are using Windows, it makes the compatibility part easier for all consumers. ... It's better for users because we do not have to learn to operate more than one o...

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The same year, Bill Gates, Harvard University freshman, and his friend Paul Allen developed the first computer language BASIC, the first software developed for a personal computer. ... Window 95 was better than DOS, for it provided nice user-friendly features. ... The power of precise laser-printed images and user friendly GUI gave birth to a brand new business - desktop publishing (Bruno, 1997). ... Xerox Xerox, like Microsoft, IBM and Apple, played a significant role in the computer revolution considering the Xerox/Alto computer was built around 1973. ... Devices such as Palm-Pi...

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This is where his career in personal computer software started. ... Made by M.I.T.S., a computer engineering company. ... It was very user-friendly so even children could use it, making it very popular. ... MSIE became an important weapon in the way users control the interface of the Internet. ... It made email and the Internet easy and user-friendly. ...

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A new age is upon us - the computer age. ... As usage soars, (some estimate there will be rove eighty million users by the end of 1997) could the Internet overload? ... Hackers (people that get into data on computers they aren't suppose to) can hack into a lot of private information on the information superhighway. ... Encrypting and making better security software needs to be developed along with other computer technology to help control hackers or cyber criminals. ... Some day computers will replace our television, radio, answering machine, and telephone. ...

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A clean install is mentioned by a user to be the solution for most of the problems that can occur. ... CRITIQUE Computers need development of operating systems. ... Normally provided with the computer, the operating system is the software instructions controlling its operation. ... Many corporate users of Microsoft's Windows operating system are not upgrading at the pace Microsoft is moving. ... This article is very unbiased and tells both the success and failures of first time users....

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Memory or Random Access Memory (RAM) is physical internal memory installed on a computer system. ... The three 16-bit User heaps have been replaced by one 16-bit heap and two 32-bit heaps. ... User functions control the user interface. ... The User heaps store important information about window structures, including menus. ... This wasn't a problem when the average computer had between 4 and 8 MB of memory, but in today's world where most systems are being sold with 512 MB, the limitation can be clearly seen and felt. ...

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Window NT and Unix can communicate with different types of computers. Also, they can secure the important data and keep the unauthorized users off the computers. ... These programs are also free but not very user friendly. ... Unix users have reported that it can run over one year without rebooting. ... Then, it uses user permissions, group permissions, or other permissions to set up the user account. ...

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The turning point I"m talking about is the beginning of the computer era. It's amazing how much computers have affected our lives. ... That year Lakeside bought a Teletype computer, which intrigued him into the computer field (Gates 2). ... In 1985 Microsoft released their first GUI (graphical user interface) operating system, it was called Windows 1.0 (Windows 2). ... The version that a lot of first computer users remember is Windows 3.0, which is basically the same as the later 3.1 and 3.11. ...

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Finally, in my extra-curricular activities, I have been able to excel in earning Computer certifications. I have dedicated many long hours in Microsoft and Cisco certifications to better serve the user community and maintain an updated understanding of technology and information directly relating to my field of choice. ... In the near future I plan to operate my own Information Systems Consulting company in the Computer industry. ... I plan on having a positive impact on societies by assessing valuable Computer needs. ...

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Since 1963, and the invention of the PDP-8, considered to be the first mini computer, the technology in computer concepts has moved at an unbelievable pace. The world is moving on, and with it is computer technology. ... (History of Bill Gates) It was at Lakeside that Bill was introduced to computers. ... Back then computers were too large and costly for the school to purchase. ... (Before Microsoft) Since his early days of programming Basic, Bill Gates has gone on to create several types of user friendly operating systems, different types of production software, such as Office Suite, and coun...

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• Outstanding people skills COMPUTER SKILLS Operating Systems: Novell Netware v2.0a-5.x, PC-DOS v2-6v, Windows 3.1, 3.11,95, 98,00 and Windows NT, NT Server, OS/2 WARP Network Topologies/Protocols: FDDI, Token Ring, Ethernet, Arcnet, T1/T2, TCP/IP, IPX/SPX, NetBEUI, Microsoft 32 bit DLC, Novell IPX ODI, Banyan Vines Ethernet, Banyan Vines token ring, DHCP Hardware: PC, NIC, CPUs, CD-ROMs, RAM, SCSI-cards printers, zip drivers, motherboards, interface cards, modems, scanners, drawing tablets, digital cameras, monitors Software Applications: Word, Excel, Power...

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(Information from: COMPUTERWORLD, INC Online, http://www.computerworld.com/) The 20 Technology Leaders: Amgen Merck Cisco Systems Micron Technology Compaq Computer Microsoft EMC Corporation Minnesota Mining Gillette Oracle Heartstream Parametric Technology Hewlett Packard Schlumberger Intel U.S. ... MS Office integrates spreadsheet, database, word processing and presentation manager applications into one user friendly package. ... OEM versions of these applications and operating systems were distributed to all the major computer manufacturers and sold as value added pr...

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