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ALSO CALLED:
Apple II,
Macintosh II,
AT Computers,
Macintosh IIcx,
Desktop Computers,
Multimedia Personal Computers,
Desktops,
Microcomputers,
PC,
Home Computers,
XT Computers,
LISA
DEFINITION: A microcomputer is a complete computer on a smaller scale and is generally a synonym for the more common term, personal computer or PC, a computer designed for an individual. A microcomputer contains a microprocessor (a central processing unit on a microchip), memory in the form of read-only memory and random access memory, I/O ports and a bus or system of interconnecting wires, housed in a unit
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Considerations for Embracing Wireless Management
sponsored by Ipswitch WhatsUp Gold
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Download this resource that offers a checklist for effective mobile and wireless management to help you develop a successful, well-planned BYOD program. Gain insights to guide you in establishing a wireless benchmark, developing data-driven BYOD policies and rethinking network design.
Posted: 26 Mar 2013 | Published: 25 Mar 2013
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CW Special Report on HP
sponsored by ComputerWeekly.com
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This 12 page special report from Computer Weekly gives you the facts on HP, its strategy, products and services and financial performance.
Posted: 23 Mar 2013 | Published: 22 Mar 2013
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BYOD in the Enterprise: How Do You Stack Up?
sponsored by Good Technology
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As the BYOD phenomenon continues to grow, securing enterprise data is more crucial than ever. Check out this market research report from Good Technology to get the latest BYOD adoption trends,
Posted: 22 Feb 2013 | Published: 22 Feb 2013
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Frost and Sullivan: Mobile Collaboration and the Small & Midsize Market
sponsored by Avaya
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This whitepaper details the benefits of mobile unified communications (UC) and Fixed-Mobile Convergence (FMC) for mobile workers and identifies the trends and challenges you should pay attention to in order to balance user needs with business objectives. View now to learn more!
Posted: 21 Feb 2013 | Published: 21 Feb 2013
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The All New 2010 Intel Core vPro Processor Family and Windows 7: Your Best Choice for Business PCs
sponsored by Intel
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The all new Intel® Core™ vPro™ processor family complements the new Windows® 7 operating system by building effective trusted computing and management mechanisms into the hardware. Read this paper to learn more.
Posted: 04 Oct 2010 | Published: 25 Jan 2010
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PCs as Strategic Assets
sponsored by Dell, Inc. and Intel®
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In this paper you'll learn how managing PCs as strategic assets, streamlining processes, and buying more-capable PCs with built-in manageability that improve productivity and security, not only reduces TCO but also delivers measurable top-line benefits year after year.
Posted: 17 Aug 2010 | Published: 01 May 2009
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How to Let Staff Use Their Personal Technology Securely
sponsored by AVG Technologies USA, Inc.
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Many progressive companies see distinct advantages in allowing employees to use personal computers in the office. However, letting employees bring their own technology into the network might mean letting them bring vulnerabilities to network security. Read this paper to learn how to let staff use their personal technology securely.
Posted: 28 Apr 2010 | Published: 28 Apr 2009
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Intelligence that Adapts to Your Needs
sponsored by Intel
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The all new 2010 Intel Core vPro processor family is designed to keep downtime and desk-side visits to a minimum.
Posted: 28 Apr 2010 | Published: 28 Apr 2010
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Getting Ahead of Malware
sponsored by Intel
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To minimize the threat of Malware, Intel IT has established a process that actively seeks to identify and take action against the malware before it reaches Intel’s user base. Continue reading to learn more.
Posted: 28 Apr 2010 | Published: 01 Dec 2009
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Evaluating Thin-Client Security in a Changing Threat Landscape
sponsored by Intel
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Intel IT's security team continually analyzes our computing model to determine how it needs to evolve in response to an ever-changing threat landscape. Continue reading to learn more about our analysis and conclusions in this paper.
Posted: 28 Apr 2010 | Published: 01 Apr 2010
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Using Total Cost of Ownership to Determine Optimal PC Refresh Lifecycles
sponsored by Wipro Technologies
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Written for IT decision makers and practitioners across industry verticals
who are responsible for managing fleets of laptop and desktop PCs, this paper provides a TCO assessment framework for optimal PC refresh rates based on Equivalent Annual Cost analysis..
Posted: 12 Jun 2009 | Published: 01 May 2009
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Optimizing PC Performance with Simple Benchmarking Processes
sponsored by Intel Corporation
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Check out this paper to learn how to enhance PC performance and overall IT efficiency by utilizing Intel's unique new platform performance benchmarking process.
Posted: 02 Apr 2009 | Published: 03 Nov 2008
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Embedded Security: Trusted Platform Module Technology Comes of Age
sponsored by Utimaco Safeware
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This paper examines the benefits that TPM chips bring to security-conscious businesses, and the ways in which this technology can elevate trusted computing to higher levels, enhancing security while simplifying usability.
Posted: 02 Feb 2009 | Published: 01 Dec 2005
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Three Key Phases to Implementing Desktop Virtualization
sponsored by Citrix
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This EMA white paper provides a prescriptive and practical guide for IT professionals who are interested in learning more about desktop virtualization, how and whether it applies to their organization, and what they need to get started.
Posted: 07 Dec 2007 | Published: 01 Oct 2007
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Built-in Manageability and Proactive Security for Business Desktop PCs
sponsored by Intel Corporation
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Read this white paper to learn how built in desktop management can help address today?s key IT challenges such as avoiding malicious attacks, accurate inventory of assets, and the demand for IT services.
Posted: 05 Sep 2006 | Published: 01 Oct 2006
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PERSONAL COMPUTERS DEFINITION (continued): … that is usually called a motherboard.In an ascending hierarchy of general computer sizes, we find:An embedded systems programming computer, which is embedded in something and doesn't support direct human interaction but nevertheless meets all the other criteria of a microcomputerMicrocomputerworkstation, as used to mean a more powerful personal computer for special applicationsminicomputer, now restyled a "mid-range server" mainframe or mainframe computer, which is now usually referred to by its manufacturers as a "large server"Supercomputer, formerly almost a synonym for "Cray supercomputer" … Personal Computers definition sponsored by WhatIs.com, powered by WhatIs.com an online computer dictionary
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