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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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The Desktop Admin's Guide to BYOD: Pros and Cons of BYOD
sponsored by Aerohive Networks
EBOOK:
Despite the fact that BYOD and BYOPC can reduce costs, add IT flexibility, and keep employees happy, they are not without issues. Check out this E-Book from SearchConsumerization.com to learn the promises and pitfalls of BYOD and BYOPC and discover how to successfully embrace them in your organization.
Posted: 23 May 2012 | Published: 23 May 2012
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Top 10 Reasons to Modernize the Desktop
sponsored by VMware, Inc.
WHITE PAPER:
Faced with a growing number of client devices, new user requirements, and the challenges of desktop management, many companies are determining that the conventional PC-centric model is no longer effective. This white paper explores the concept behind desktop modernisation and outlines ten reasons to adopt it.
Posted: 27 Apr 2012 | Published: 27 Apr 2012
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Improving the Workplace with Custom Apps and Tablets
sponsored by BlackBerry
VIDEO:
Tablets have received a lot of hype, and many companies are unsure whether the productivity benefits justify their investment in this technology. This video describes an application one organization implemented on their tablets and reveals the feedback they received from employees.
Posted: 05 Apr 2012 | Premiered: 05 Apr 2012
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Tablets: Making Learning More Fun
sponsored by BlackBerry
WEBCAST:
As tablets continue to gain traction, organizations are identifying new uses for them that were previously unimaginable. This webcast explores a new demographic that can benefit from tablets and describes the key applications of these devices.
Posted: 05 Apr 2012 | Premiered: 05 Apr 2012
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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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