...The History of the Computer Mouse The computer mouse is considered an input device. With a click of a button, the mouse sends information to the computer. The computer mouse is an interesting device that offers an alternative way to interact with the computer beside a keyboard. A typical mouse has two buttons. At the top of the device you will find a left and right button which allows for “clicks”. There is a scrolling wheel between the two buttons. Douglas Engelbart's device was not the first pointing device. In fact, it seems that the first product was a trackball. It was invented a lot earlier, in 1953, by Tom Cranston, Fred Longstaff and Kenyon Taylor for the Royal Canadian Navy. As part of the secret military project DATAR. The name “trackball” comes from the fact that the respective device actually used a standard Canadian five-pin bowling ball. Just imagine how “easy” using such a product really was. (Vochin, 2009) Engelbart created the first prototypes of the now-familiar device in 1963 at Stanford Research Institute, but he first displayed his creation to the public in Dec 6, 1968. ( Edwards, 2008) The mouse was much larger than today's mouse, square, and had a small button in the top right corner. It used two wheels to roll back and forth. It was the also the first mouse that could fit into a user's hand. In 1972, Jack Hawley and Bill English, inspired by Engelbart’s work, designed a digital mouse for Xerox PARC. This new mouse didn’t require an analog-to-digital...
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...person who invented it and ... ← ∀ βState clearly but briefly the relative place it has in computer history (ie: whether it is an Ancient Counting Device, an Early Mechanical Device, among the Origins of the Electronic Computers, or First, Second, Third or Fourth Generation Computer). ← Characteristics of the Device ← ← State and discuss the unique characteristics of the device. ← ← If it is an ancient device, or an early mechanical device, explain the uses and workings of the device in great detail. Explain the difficulties of using the device, or the amusing aspects of the device. ← ← If it is among the Origins of the Electronic Computers, or from the First to Fourth Generations, explain why the computer falls into this category. Be sure to go into considerable detail about the hardware or software improvements the device represents over previous devices, and explain some of the difficulties of using the device compared to devices which would eventually replace it. ← ← Conclusion ← ← Summarize the reasons why the device was a success or a failure. ← ∀ β Emphasize its greatest strength, or its greatest weakness compared to devices which immediately followed. Note that the greatest strength and weakness of a device may be simply symptomatic of the computer generation of the device. If this is so - ← ∀ βBe sure to clearly state how good the device...
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... A mouse is a pointing device used to input movement onto a GUI via detecting the shift of X and Y coordinates, as the mouse is moved from one position to another. The mouse was first invented in 1964 by Douglas Engelbart and changed the use of computers from scientists only to consumer friendly. [Inventors.about.com, (n.d.)]. The mouse was chosen as the device as its user friendly with few physical input demonstrated by the fact it is a ubiquitous device found all over the world. 2 Ergonomics Ergonomics, the study of how efficiently an environment can facilitate work is a key part of mouse design. Since, the first pointing devices, such as the ones produced at Xerox Parc, computer device have iteratively been improved to achieve as much ergonomic efficiency as possible. Figure 1: The Evolution of Mice As you can see computer mice have followed an extensive evolution over their 44 year existence (19682012). Initial designs were extremely square and were only designed to fit a human hand in terms of size not shape. Furthermore, the status quo of computer mice today are designed to include three buttons (one doubles as a scroll wheel) and to fit the a right hand of a human. It is interesting to note how modern designs have foregone the ambidextrous nature of their predecessors as they value the shape of the mouse more than said feature. 3 Psychology of Interaction The computer mouse provides a natural environment in which the user can interact with the computer. Its...
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...since their return to work from a short absence due to illness and began using the new workstation. The purpose of this evaluation was to review the workstation, determine any areas of concern and provide recommendations. The new workstation is adjustable in 1/2” increments. The employee performs most of their tasks on the computer working on computer software with clicking and manipulating the mouse. The employee reviews plot sheets and writes notes on the sheets and makes necessary changes on the computer. Setting the proper desk height and keyboard height are key elements to avoiding non-neutral postures of the back, shoulders, neck, arms and wrists. The desk was set at the employees optimal work height. End-user orientation was completed to demonstrate the use of the articulating keyboard tray. It was determined that the tray height was positioned too high which promoted increased elevation in the shoulders. At this time, the tray was adjusted to improve these working postures. The employee is currently on modified restrictions, directed by his family physician, to avoid all mouse use with their right hand. The employee is now performing mouse tasks with their left hand, although at a much slower pace, to give their right hand a break. It was discussed that the amount...
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...Logitech Logitech is an innovative global provider for several technological accessories and peripherals. Logitech become incorporated in the early 1980’s and nearly three decades later it had roughly 40% of the market share in arenas such as Mice, Webcam, and Remotes. In order to fully understand Logitech’s success it is important to understand their strategy for growing but also their strategy for the issues they have faced. And ultimately deciding what will be their competitive advantage in the future. In order to understand the strategy of Logitech is it imperative to conduct a brief external analysis, beginning with the general environment. The general environment focuses on demographic, economic, political/ legal, socio- cultural, technological, geographic, and physical environmental trends. These trends help analyze what the next strategic moves should be. In Logitech’s case it is crucial for them to analyze all seven trends but focus on the technological trends. Next, an industry analysis needs to be done in order to gain an idea of what kinds of competitive forces the industry will face. These forces are based off of five criteria: threat of new entrants, bargaining power of buyers, bargaining power of suppliers, threat of new substitutes, and rivalry among existing competitors. The third step in conducting an external analysis is understanding the competitor’s objectives, strategies, and their capabilities. Logitech realized early on whom its competitors were, Creative...
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...What a great eBook this is. I really loved Matthew’s comfortableness in talking and teaching the material. He makes the student feel at ease and really makes it seem like the content is easily obtainable. I do agree that practice is key and the more you do a certain thing it’ll became second nature. Nothing really beats hands on experience in anything you try to do. I’ve had computer textbooks and eBooks before but this is by far the best one I have used. Watching the video on Dreamweaver gets me really excited to start using it. As I listened to Matthew I felt that it was me that could be moving the mouse, and clicking the right tools. My personal favorite of all videos was How to Choose the Right Color. Even when speaking about it within the chapter and taking us to the various websites for color scheme. When I was designing alone for print I just went with what color I felt was pleasing to me or to someone else. I don’t have a great eye for color but with these sites, I will always go directly to them. I already have colors floating around in my head now for my own site. I also haven’t used the internet too much for research on any one particular item or thought or project. I noticed Matthew used the internet a lot. He would type in any simple thing he needed to know from how to take screenshots to inspiration. It was really great when he went through a short presentation in Photoshop on taking screenshots and saving those compressed images. It was a very...
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...MS3302: Dynamic Games Environments CW2: Individual project 2012/13 Semester A Module Leader: David Dorrington Student No: 1013088 Level Title: Capsule Man: The Escape Deadline: 4pm Monday 7th Jan 2013 UEL Computer Games www.uelgames.org Contents Introduction 3 Initial Concept 3 Project Constraints 4 Dynamic Events Plan 5 Overview 5 Level Goals & Events 5 Level flow chart 7 Dynamic Event Planning 9 Level Map 18 Animation Plans 18 Gameplay Testing, Problems & Solutions 19 Appendices 25 Appendix A Files on the .rar package 25 Appendix B Level Walkthrough 25 Appendix C Some Early Idea Sketches 25 Introduction This report covers design of side scroller/platformer game “Capsule Man: The Escape”. Initial concept introduces reader to the game idea that was pitched at the beginning of year dynamic elements used and what has changed since the development has started. Project constrains is listing all constrains of the project that might not be implemented in to the game time it would take and whether it would be possible to use it. Dynamic events plan will include the design of the dynamic game events, level map, level goals and flow charts will help to reflect the decisions made. Initial Concept The game that has been developed is completely different from an initial proposal idea. Some of the dynamic elements proposed to be used were not even dynamic elements. Some aspects have been taken from an initial concept...
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...the benefit of humanity | Service Provided | Publishes fundamental scientific papers dealing with all aspects of Robotics and provides technical information for the members and affiliates. | Membership Cost | * Society Affiliate $80 * Professional member $9 * Student member $5 * Membership Includes: All electronic transaction for Automation Science and Engineering and digital delivery on automation magazines. * Personalized gateway to IEE Membership | We chose this organization because IEEE RAS strives for education in research of robotic and automation that emphasizes efficiency, productivity, quality, and reliability. Part 2 * Overview of the competition: In the contest, teams must design and build a robotic mouse that navigates through an assembled maze from a specific location to its center in shortest time. * Rules of Competition: 1. Must be an undergraduate IEEE Student 2. Conduct a brief presentation of your micromouse prior to competition 3. Only up to five members 4. Two or more design of mice that are near identical from the same school are not eligible B. Contest Eligibility 1. All contestants must be an undergraduate IEEE student member at a Region 6 school from within the Area of Region 6 in which contest they will compete at the time of entry in the MicroMouse contest. 2 .All contestaMicromouse Competition This small robot must navigate a large maze as quickly as possible, using a navigation algorithm...
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...Q3 Ans. Martha has chosen women as its target market but Martha has to consider whether the woman is the decision maker when it comes to home improvement items like mousetraps. Martha could try targeting males. The men who see it as their role/duty to deal with pest control in the home thus protecting the women from the gruesome nature that is usually involves in the process. In the case of Trap-Ease the mouse maybe trap alive in the trap and women may not want to deal with that aspect but the man may have no problem of disposing the trap with a live mouse. Businesses such as offices and warehouses are another option Martha may wish to consider. Business owners who need to safeguard their supplies and equipment can well be served by the Trap-Ease. Martha should appeal to these people showing them the benefit of using the Trap-Ease instead of poison or the traditional mousetrap. One of the benefit is when poison is used the mice may end up dead anywhere and stink up the office environment before it is found whereas the Trap-Ease you would know exactly where you place it and can dispose of it in a timely manner. The food service industry such as restaurant, canteens is yet another market Martha can target. The food service industry has to maintain certain health standards one of which is maintaining a pest free Environment. Martha can show them the benefit of using the Trap-Ease to achieve these standards thus better serving their customers and at the same time protect their...
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...8/27/2014 700+ level GMAT SC Practice Questions WARM UP QUESTIONS FOR THE UPCOMING FREE WEBINAR “THE KEY TO SCORE 760 ON THE GMAT” Payal Tandon E-GMAT LLC ©e-GMAT LLC. Unauthorized copying for commercial and competitive purposes is not allowed. CONTENTS Free WebinaR: The Key to score 760 on the GMAT .................................................................................................. 2 Attend this webinar to learn the strategies to score 760. You’ll learn:..................................................... 2 Webinar Details .............................................................................................................................................................. 2 Instructor .......................................................................................................................................................................... 3 Solve These 700 level SC Questions ................................................................................................................................. 4 Question 1 .............................................................................................................................................................................. 4 Question 2 .............................................................................................................................................................................. 4 Question 3 .........................................
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...Cinderella, The Great Mouse Mistake Chapter 1 In an instant,Cinderella ran out of her tiny bedroom ,down the steep attic stairs. A brown mouse is followed behind her. A new mouse got caught in a trap,But Cinderella always there to help.And tat was just one reason why all the little mouse in there house loved her.But the cinderellas cruel stepmother and her horrible step sisters,they made her in craped,drafty room in attic. Cinderella look at the mouse .She opened the trap but the little mouse is scared.Cinderella place her hand at the opening of the trap to help the mouse get out.she gave a mouse name Gus.Cinderella got back to work. jaq and gus scurried along the kitchen where Cinderella was busy feeding chickens.Cinde-rella gave them a tossed large handful corn.Gus had the whole yard to himself to think up the perfect surprise for cenderella.Gus noticed a beautiful rose bush.He knew that hed find it the perfect present for cenderella.He climed up the rose bunch and quickly to gawn each branch,careully avoiding the throns. Chapter 2 For the rest of the morning gus was vso nervous.Gus heard a loud scream of a lady then he go run to the garden including cenderella and the other household.then they find cinderellas step mother at the bare rosebush.her mouth had dropped open in shock.Cinderella gasp and ask who cut the roses.they found some petals on the floor,and they follow it.The trial of rose petals led them to the attic. They found the...
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...Lit. and Comp. Mr. West Symbolism is a key concept throughout the novel, Of Mice and Men, by John Steinbeck. Though there were many examples of symbolism, mice were paramount throughout the book, even included in the title of the novel. They were symbolic of the struggle with helplessness. The mice and Lenny were helpless and acted without the ability to understand consequences they may face because of their lack of cognitive ability. The mice in the story were helpless creatures that were only seeking love and affection. As any other animal, mice act upon nature instinct. Their brains don’t have a thinking process of cause and effect; they act upon what their natural instinct is. So when the mouse acted impulsively and bit Lennie, Lennie acted impulsively and killed the mouse. Lennie was different from most people. His brain didn’t process the way a normal human beings does. All he wanted was to be loved and cared for like any other person. He was unable to understand the potential consequences of his actions, but rather acted on impulse. He was so helpless that most of the time when he got into situations, he couldn’t even remember them. So when Lennie and Curleys wife got into an argument and Lennie got scared he acted upon impulse and shook Curleys wife to death. The title of the book is Of Mice and Men which from previous examples show how both can be helpless creatures. In examples throughout the book these helpless creatures are taken in to be loved and cared...
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...26th, 2015 Jumping Mouse Summary “Jumping Mouse” is a story within a story in Hyemeyohsts Storms “Seven Arrows.” It starts with a curious mouse that is determined to find what has been causing the roaring in his ears. Little Mouse will never be content until he finds his answer. On his way, Little Mouse meets a Racoon who shows him the way to a river where little mouse meets a frog who gives him a new name: Jumping Mouse. From here Jumping Mouse discovers the Sacred Mountains, and wishes to tell his mice friends about what he had seen. To Jumping Mouse’s disappointment, nobody believed what had happened to him. Not being able to forget the vision of the Sacred Mountains Jumping Mouse gathers all of his courage to find this place. On his journey to the far-off land Jumping mouse meets an Old mouse who tells him that the Sacred Mountains are a myth and that Jumping Mouse should forget about his vision. Not doubting himself, Jumping Mouse continues with his journey and shortly after he meets a sickly Buffalo who says that he is to die unless one mouse is to give up an eye. In order to save the life of an amazing animal Jumping Mouse gave up a way of seeing by giving the buffalo one of his eyes. In return for Jumping Mouse’s selfless action the buffalo escorts Jumping Mouse to safety. From here Jumping Mouse continues his journey into the Sacred Mountains where he meets a Wolf who has no memory. In order to save such a great being, Jumping Mouse gives his last eye to...
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...M. FAISAL AYUB BS(accounting & finance) 14 – 07 3rd SEMESTER ASSIGNMENT OF MARKETING (LOGITECH MOUSE) SUBMITTED TO: Sir. Shahzaibe Q 1. Do you think that the competition of Logitech with Microsoft is fair? Discuss. ANS. Yes according to my opinion I think the competition of Logitech with Microsoft is fair because we all know that the Microsoft is market leader and it is also known king of the jungle or Logitech started by small company. In past, They were nothing in front of Microsoft but now Logitech focuses on his work and makes every variation of mouse imaginable and now serves different products like: • Key – boards • Gaming controllers • PC speakers • Headsets • Cooling Pads etc. Now, in PC mouse market, Logitech competes head – on with Microsoft. At first glance, it looks like an unfair contest. With more than $58 billion in sales, Microsoft is nearly 30 times bigger than $2.2 billion Logitech. But when it comes to mice and other peripherals, Logitech has a depth of focus and knowledge that no other company in the world including Microsoft can match. Q 2. What can you say about the strength of Logitech? ANS. Logitech has a depth of focus and knowledge that no other company in the...
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