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Wednesday, January 7, 2009

Basics Of Dual-Core Process Computer

The computer has been one of the most amazing and fruitful discoveries man has ever made. It has revolutionized the way man does his things. The way he eats, drinks, sleeps and even thinks. And computer itself has evolved over the years. From the Eniac I to the hand-held palmtops in executives` hands today, computer has changed with the technology. And it has changed our lives too.

The latest addition to this revolution of technical upgrading of computers is the dual-core processor technology. It refers to the CPU (Central Processing Unit- the brains of the computer) that possesses two independent and complete execution cores for each of its two processors. The concerned CPU contains two combined processors along with their cache memories and their respective controllers integrated into a singular circuit (commonly known as a silicon chip).
The dual-core process computer is suited to multitasking and handling miscellaneous tasks (often unrelated to each other). Because its CPU has two completely independent execution cores and both have independent interfaces to the front bus, it has excellent capacity to execute several programs and tasks simultaneously. Similarly, dual-core process computers may have more processor cores which is actually named as a multi-core process computer. These are highly efficient machines to conduct intensive tasks of computing or program execution at the same instance of time.

The Pentium dual-core process computer is the most preferred brand of computer in the market. It has x86-architectured microprocessors integrated onto its circuit. The 32-bit Yonah processors are a base for mobile computers while the 64-bit Allendale processors are maintained for the desktop computers. Both have absolutely different architecture as far as microprocessor technical build is concerned.

By early 2007, Intel decided to launch dual-core process computers in the field of notebooks or laptops too. This was a very important and vital decision as there were no other rivals in this phase if the market of computer architecture. Intel had only decided to launch the dual-core process computer system applying to notebooks on the behest of notebook or laptop manufacturers. The first processors to appear in notebooks using the dual-core process computer technology were the Pentium T2060, T2080 and a 32-bit Pentium M based on the Yonah core with a 1 MB L2 cache, instead of the usual 2MB cache memory.

Intel had forced a return of the Pentium brand to the market arena on 2006 with a host of low-cost single core Conroe-L core architecture processors with a 1 MB cache. These were numbered `1` to distinguish them from dual core process computer cores that had been labeled with the digit `2`.

More recently, on June 3, 2007, Intel released desktop dual-core processors from the Pentium brand. They were named as E2140 and E2160. September 2007 saw the late release of a better and updated model named E2180. These processors support the Intel64 extensions, because of their Allendale derived Core architecture. The power of these dual-core process computers was very imminent as most companies` demands exceeded supply over these multi-processor machines.

Dual-core process computer systems have taken over the world of computing today. As of its multi-tasking ability, it has gained world-wide acclaim due to its efficient, quick and yet superior quality program execution and task completion abilities. Heavier programs and complex games may be run with these dual-core process computer systems at the regular pace of conventional single-core processor systems did with light programs on the execution chart.

The age of computers had begun a long time back. But the age of sleek and efficient computing with the help of razor-edge technology has just begun with the dual-core process computer
systems.


Friday, January 2, 2009

iPod Accessories For Fitness Freaks

Music is regarded as the great motivation tool for loosing fat, its impossible to not see an iPod when you go to a gym. An iPod is almost everywhere. But that's just one job an iPod or a Mac, if it is played with the right applications vis-à-vis fitness, it can act as a personal trainer, dietitian and trail guide aswell. Let's see whats more it has stored for you.

Nike + iPod


Nike + iPod system is one accessory for you which works with compatible video iPods like the iPod nano and iPod touch. Nike + iPod have a software that runs on the iPod, a sensor compatible Nike shoe is slipped into shoes and connected with a receiver unit at the base of the iPod (built-in receiver is must like the latest iPod touch).



The software helps users keep an account of distance, speed, calories burned, and the time elapsed in workout, all of them can be synced via your Mac to nikeplus.com. Besides this, it allows users choose or set goals for workouts in terms of time, distance, or calories to burn. The "PowerSong" is a unique feature that allows users to program a kick in when they need instant stimulus for exercise.

In the gym, even cardio machines are connected with Nike + iPod, delivering similar information tracking and motivation features as on the cardio machine's consoles.

Obviously all equipments donot requires Nike + iPod, although some newer machines connect and charge video iPods, allowing users listen and view content on larger, built-in console screens.

Downloadable Workouts

There are downloadable programs available online for rock solid abs, stronger arms, glutes to run on an iPod both for Men's and Women's workouts. Some are free and some are chargeable starting at US$9.99. The workouts feature audio that directs you what to do and videos show the live demonstration of exercises.

Organisation like Podfitness.com and iTrain, take the iPod workouts even beyond with features like fitness profiles, goals and customization that can be done online which creates custom or recommended fitness workout downloads.

Apple's App Store

Apple's App Store comes to as an icing on cake for iPod touch and iPhone owners. The Healthcare & Fitness section boasts 225 third-party applications that can be downloaded to iPod touch or iPhone. Some of the apps are specially customized for doctors or healthcare professionals focussing on healthy eating, exercise, Body Mass Index (BMI) calculators.

The iPump is like a personal trainer on iPod which is reasonably cheap at $2.99. It is Total Body app that stores 80 male and female exercise videos demonstrating proper form including an audio coaching. It can be customised for multi-week progressive workout plans, and intensity features covering reps, sets, and rest intervals during each of the workouts.

MyNetDiary is an Online Diet Log helping the health nuts keeping track total calories consumed and total calories burned. Recommends Exercises to achieve an ideal BMI based on height of the person.
ASleep is a programmable timer that runs relaxing sounds like ocean waves, rain, instruments, scuba breathing and keyboard typing to sooth the listener for rest.

A virtual jump rope application of iPhone or iPod touch accelerometer when switched on, the listener starts jumping as if the iPhone or iPod touch is skipping rope handle. The Jump Rope app counts the number of jumps during a session, as well as the time spent per skips.

Tangible Accessories Talking about accessories there are dozens of ipod cases and belt clips already selling in market set to protect iPods and iPhones against shocks from spilling on ground or sweat. The versatile arm band style of case is targeted specifically at exercisers. The nekFIT is a sunglass shaped is yet another accessory that ties up with an iPod and mounts it on a person's shoulders at the base of their neck. These ipod accessories are very terrific that helps in keeping out the iPod and ear bud cord off the way while
exercising.

Thursday, January 1, 2009

Enable and Disable automatically running CD-ROM

When you insert a CD-ROM disk, your CD-ROM drive always runs automatically for the default setting (autorun CD-ROM). We have a tip to disable running your CD-ROM drive whereas you can enable it running again as you want. This tutorial will teach you to enable or disable running CD-ROM drive by editing a registry. Follow these steps.

* Click Start > Run .
* In the Run dialog, type regedit and press Enter.
* In the Registry Editor window, Go to the path like below,

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\ SYSTEM\CurrentCo ntrolSet\ Services\ Cdrom

* Now you can see the AutoRun DWORD in the right panel, double click on it.
* Change the Value data to 0 for disabling automatically running CD-ROM, then click OK. If you want it to automatically run again, you must fill 1 value in the Value data.
* Close Registry Editor window and reboot your computer.
* Test it by inserting your CD-ROM disk. Now your computer does not automatically runs your
disk.


G1 Phone Design for Google by Mike and Maaike

This is a G1 phone designed for Google by two San Francisco designers, Mike and Maaike


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