...Operating Systems Analysis Paper An operating system is the meat and potatoes of any computer system, without it there would be no computer system. Its’ main functions are input/output, peripherals and providing a platform for which all applications and processes can run. This software tells your computer how to function and is the primary interface for which the computer is controlled. Operating systems also commonly referred to as OS are the basis for the security of systems. In today’s technology the operating systems use GUI’s which are graphic user interfaces that work to manage multiple processes at one time almost seamlessly. We will evaluate the most common operating systems found on the Internet today. The purpose for having an OS is to handle multiple programs that may be installed on a computer. The three most common operating systems for use on the Internet are Windows, Linux and the Mac OS X. Making the decision about which is best for you, means that you will need to be aware of the functionality and compatibility of these operating systems that are available for the Internet. First, let’s evaluate Windows, the first version was just called Windows and developed in 1985 as an add-on for MS-DOS, which is one of the dinsoaurs of operating systems. Windows Logo-Clipart Gallery . Microsoft Windows is a series of operating systems that uses (GUI) Graphic User Interfaces. This software was initially created to compete with...
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...Operating System Analysis Paper Team A: , POS/355 August 25, 2012 Demetrius Fluker University of Phoenix Operating System Analysis Paper When ruminating over which operating system for a home, business, or office computer or network of computers, it is vital to evaluate all areas of the different operating systems options. The key system options to compare and contrast when evaluating Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows Server 2003, and Linux operating systems are to consider the system requirements, the different editions available, security features, system features, updates and support, user interface, and cost effectiveness. Moreover, the best fit operating system can be determined depended on the individual’s or organization’s needs. Operating System Requirements Windows XP The system requirements for Windows XP Home Edition and Professional Edition are the same. These requirements are a PC with a 233 megahertz or higher (a 300 megahertz + processor speed is recommended), 64 megabytes (MB) of RAM or higher (128 MB is recommended), 1.5 gigabytes (GB) of available hard drive space, a video adapter and monitor that is Super VGA (800x600) or higher-resolution, CD/DVD-ROM drive, keyboard, and mouse/pointing device. The Windows XP Starter Edition has different system requirements. These are 233MHz processor or better, 256 MB of RAM, Super VGA (800x600) video adapter and monitor, CD/DVD-ROM drive, keyboard, mouse/pointing device, DirectX 9 graphics with 32 MB...
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...Health Care HQ.LLC Comprehensive Analysis/Review New Operating Systems Version 0.0: [Date published] Presented by: [Student’s Name] Proposed Solution for: HEALTH CARE HQ.LLC 1. Use the template to report your findings on the following elements: a) Compare and contrast proprietary, open-source, and hybrid operating systems. b) Once you have completed the analysis, fill in the table below. Definitions Proprietary: These are computer programs that are the exclusive property of their developers of publishers, and can’t be copied or distributed without following their licensing agreements. Open-Source: Open source is a form of software program whose source code is freely available to the public. This type of program can be modified by anyone and is often developed as a community rather than a single organization. Hybrid: This would be any computer or computers that exhibit any features of both analog and digital computers. The digital component normally serves as the controller and provides logical operations, while the analog component normally serves as a solver of differential equations. Table New OS Choice Solution details Alignment Alignment Details Old OS New OS Choice Strengths Strengths OS Features New OS Choice Weaknesses Weaknesses Old OS Weakness New OS Weakness Strategy Strategy Our company's strategy for replacing the old OS with the new OS Determine the qualifying factors for the old to replace the new ...
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...For my Operating Systems course in my undergraduate Computer Science program in California University of Pennsylvania, our group had a series of assignments dependent on running a VirtualBox in Oracle. One of the most difficult assignments involved doing benchmark testing of whether recursive or iterative methods ran faster. This assignment was more complex than standard assignments from previous courses because it entailed more research outside of the regular program testing. It was imperative to use step wise development in order to complete the assignment properly, because it allowed our team to break down the whole assignment into more manageable tasks on a schedule. Of course, the first thing I had decided to do was to make sure all the tasks were split up evenly between team members. We ended up with a parent process and two children. The parent would spawn the children after receiving an integer from the user by forking. The parent also set up a message queue and would wait while the child processes were running. The first child would calculate the factorial number given by the user recursively, outputting the time taken to the screen. The second child would use that same number but calculate using iteration....
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...Zara Case Study Contents 1. Abstract 3 2. Current state 3 3. Problems with current state 4 4. Competitors 5 5. Target State 7 5.1. Considerations 8 6. IT strategy 9 7. Cost Analysis 11 8. Conclusion 11 1. Abstract Zara is one of the largest international fashion companies. It belongs to Inditex, a multinational retailer and manufacturer. At the beginning of 2003, Inditex operated 1,558 stores in 45 countries, of which nearly 550 were part of the Zara chain. The customer is at the heart of their unique business model. Quick and accurate response to shifting consumer demands is the goal of Zara. The main objective of this case paper is to analyze Zara’s current business model, focus on issues they are facing and provide solution to overcome them. This case analysis also provides Zara with suggestions for IT implementation along with its cost analysis and opportunities for further innovation in their business. This analysis gives Zara a pathway to transform from non-IT savvy firm to an IT Savvy firm and help them to be in competitive advantage. 2. Current state * Offline business Zara currently works only with stores and they do not offer online shopping for customers. The strategy to keep offline business working is to face customers with variety of cloths in different colors and designs and try to convince them buy new arrivals. Since the products inside stores change frequently, the chance of selling new products is very high...
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...Patton-Fuller Analysis of Network Systems Christopher M. Haider CMGT/554 October 30, 2011 Professor Matt Mancani Abstract Patton-Fuller Community Hospital tasked its IT department with performing an analysis of its network architecture to provide a structure of physical devices and areas that require improvement to enhance and maintain a competitive edge in the health care market. The analysis revealed weaknesses in the way the Radiology department connects to a 1000 BaseF Ethernet fiber optic backbone (LAN) and the potential for enhanced use of its wireless network (WLAN). IT recommends the installation of a 24 port FO Hub for the Radiology department’s modalities and various device locations throughout the facility. The implementation will keep with the established policy used in the OR, ICU’s, and Wards. IT recommends installation of additional wireless access points to provide service to administrative and clinical practitioners who can use portable access devices like laptops, IPads, smart phones, and other devices for diagnosis and treatment of patients. Additional wireless access points will also provide Internet only access for patients and family members. Patton-Fuller Analysis of Network Systems Patton-Fuller tasked the IT department with conducting an analysis of the network systems at the hospital. According to Patton-Fuller current network architecture is built on a Bus topology with an Ethernet backbone (Apollo Group, Inc [APG], 2011, p. 1). The...
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...Executive Summery The Zara case study is a case of the fundamental of whether or not to upgrade an IT system which already works, in this case a POS operating system that uses DOS, to more modern operating systems that includes more functionality to meet new demands. Zara is a chain fashion store around Europe, Middle East, Africa, and South America that was founded by Amancio Ortega, in 1975. The first store and main headquarters was found in La Cournia, Spain. Mr. Ortega believed and implemented his business model that: Retailing and manufacturing needed to be closely linked. This created the backbone for Zara’s everyday functionality to have all the stores communicate with the main distributors and distribution centers (DCs) which in turn communicated directly to the manufactures. As a result, supply was meet with demand with ease and little latency. This was all made possible through the use of technology and Zara’s IT department. Salgado Badas, the head of the IT, along with Bruno Sanchez Ocampo, were the main decision makers and brains behind the IT of Zara. For the past decade, Zara has implemented POS systems in each store that would have a direct connection via modem to the main headquarters in La Coruna. Managers on a daily basis transmit comprehensive sales information and other data back to La Coruna. In 2003, PDA’s were also used for ordering and also for tasks such as handling garment returns to DCs and transmitting information from headquarters to all...
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...Abstract The purpose of this study is to analysis changes management in the RIM Company. The study investigated how well the external and internal changes in RIM and analysis the environment remote effects on the company transformation. The research design included literature review, data collection, data analysis and recommendation. It is no longer the era of BlackBerry, as one of famous company in Canada. Before the iPhone launched on, BlackBerry seems like a legendary brand in cell phone industry, since they create the convenience EMAIL push service. Likeness, just five years ago, “BlackBerry” was virtually synonymous with “Smartphone.” It was well on its way to becoming a generic trademark, like Kleenex or Band-Aid, that would seemingly forever be associated with its entire sector (Thierer, 2012). In order to research how the BlackBerry can be changed and manage the change, the paper as qualitative research to analysis the external and internal changeability. The process of writing paper is followed the Lincoln and Guba’ evaluative criteria (1985) that based on credibility, transferability, dependability and conformability. The data collections use searching journals, web source, and online library. The PEST analysis implement on data analysis. Background of the company BlackBerry Ltd (formerly known as Research In Motion Ltd) is telecommunication and wireless equipment company headquartered in Waterloo, Canada. It started operations in 1984 with a vision...
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...Microsoft Company Analysis Kevin Roberts Matthew Ponder Joseph Horton Strategic Management Arkansas State University Introduction Microsoft is a company centered around today’s constantly growing and evolving technology field. From company servers, to Laptops, even tablets and smartphones. Microsoft is expanding its horizons to keep pace with, or even out perform its competitors. Microsoft’s corporate strategy centers around their product being accessible to customers in many different ways. This access based strategy differentiates itself from other companies in the same industry, like IBM, Apple, Google, Oracle, and the like. This industry, that most people would just consider “technology” or “computers”, is divided up into several sectors. Microsoft obtains most of its profits from the sale of its enterprise software and licenses, making this their primary industry, while secondaries include, but are not limited to, smartphone manufacturing, Nokia, PC manufacturing, the Surface, Gaming, the Xbox 36 and Xbox One, and other software products. Microsoft is a corporate giant covering many major countries, but no company is completely flawless. They are actually projecting to have reduced profits over the next few years. This along with the software industry moving to cloud-based computing, open-source software becoming more popular, Windows mobile devices not taking off as expected, and hacker threats to their Operating Systems, are issues that Microsoft...
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...Technical Institute of Canton, MI Abstract The purpose of this paper is to advise Microsoft Corporation on how it can ensure its future success as a company in its current market. Through market analysis and examining business data. This paper will explain how the core microeconomic principles impact the sustainability of Microsoft Corporation and what actions it can take to ensure future success. Keywords: Microsoft Corporation, market analysis, microeconomics Microsoft Corporation Overview Microsoft Corporation is a leading developer of personal computer software systems and applications. Mainly known for the Windows operating system. The company also publishes books and multimedia titles, offers e-mail services, and sells electronic game systems, computer peripherals (input/output devices), and portable media players. History In 1975, Bill Gates and Paul Allen form a partnership called Microsoft, deriving the name from the words microcomputer and software. Then in 1980 Microsoft focuses on a new operating system—the software that manages, or runs, the computer hardware and also serves to bridge the gap between the computer hardware and programs, such as a word processor. It’s the foundation on which computer programs can run. They name their new operating system "MS‑DOS." On November 20, 1985, two years after the initial announcement, Microsoft ships Windows 1.0. Now, rather than typing MS‑DOS commands, you just move a mouse to point and click your way through...
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...computer operating system. It will also expound on the various challenges that this breakeven rise for Apple, how Apple can overcome these challenges and the sources of Apple’s competitive advantage. Additionally, this memo will address how Apple’s financial performance compares to its rivals, what a DuPont formula analysis explains and challenges that Apple faces moving forward. It will also discuss the moves that Apple should consider moving forward. Subsequently, it will also discuss the stock performance of Apple and how Apple’s retail strategy supports its overall approach to competitive strategy. Lastly, this memo will articulate how important Steve Jobs was to Apple’s future. Breakeven for Microsoft when they develop a new computer operating system The breakeven for Microsoft when they develop a new computer operating system mostly depends on the product being developed since each on them varies. However, Microsoft has ensured that it maintains a breakeven of about 50% for most of its new computer operating system that ensures that Microsoft can cover its expenses prior for it attaining a profit. Microsoft also sets the breakeven quantity in terms of quantity, and the number of months it has to sell so that it can recoup the expenses incurred while developing the new operating system. For example, it had to sell 17.39 million units of its new operating system for it to breakeven. Breakeven for Apple when they develop a new computer operating system The breakeven...
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...------------------------------------------------- ‘‘A comparative analysis on the marketing strategies of Samsung for Android and of Apple for iOS in UK market and their customer response’’ Table of Contents 1 Introduction 2 1.2 Research aims 2 1.3 Research objectives 3 2. Literature review 3 2.1 Introduction 3 2.2 Mobile phone operating system 3 2.3 Global introduction of smartphone 3 2.4 Various operating systems 4 2.5 Overview of the android’s framework 4 2.6 Overview of iOS and it marketing strategy 4 2.7 Comparative analysis of the two 5 3. Research methodology 6 3.1 Methodology 6 3.1 Type of investigation 6 3.2 Data collection method 6 3.3 Sampling method 7 3.4 Accessibility issues 7 3.5 Ethical issues 7 3.6 Timetable 8 4 Anticipated findings 9 5. Conclusions 9 References 10 1 Introduction Various companies use different types of marketing techniques over the few decades. To get competitive advantage over the competitors, developed variations of marketing techniques are quieting helpful to the companies. This is referred as market innovation (Verlog, 2007). Companies have to face with different factors in this modern world of business. New legislations developed marketing tools and corporate social responsibilities are among the newer one. Business has to deal with two basic demands which are to earn profit and to maintain a sustain profit ( Verlog, 2007). Though there are many developed application software were used in past by several cell...
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...ZARA, IT for Fast Fashion Module 1 A Case Study Prepared by Ritwick Banerjee Date of Submission: 29th September, 2010 Executive Summary My decision is to introduce a new operating system (OS) in segments. The plan identifies a number of non critical stores as pilot case. It introduces the new OS and links the Point of Sales (POS) terminals using internet to the information system at La Coruna. The necessary interface applications get written and tested by the applications development group under the pilot scheme. Training is provided to selected staff. Once the efficiency of the system is established, the existing system gets replaced with the new one in segments. This replaces the phone modem and further cuts down the cost of operation. Zara needs new technology to meet the business strategy, sustain the business plan and create better communication. The operating system DOS is no longer supported by its originator Microsoft. The terminals using DOS should upgrade to Linux operating systems. Exhibit 12 states that one time license cost for Linux system is free. A wireless router will improvise the flow of information with 5 terminals averaging per store. Cost for setting up a wireless router per store is 180 pounds in Exhibit 12. Process Elements Zara is a clothing company founded by Amancio Ortega in 1975 whose business strategy was to meet quickly and accurately the demands of the fashion world. Currently worldwide, there are 531 Zara...
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.............................. 2 SWOT Analysis.......................................................................................................... 5 Global Market and Challenges................................................................................. 7 Industry Analysis…………........................................................................................... 9 Competitor Analysis…………...................................................................................... 10 Recommendation…………………………......................................................................... 12 Conclusion…………….................................................................................................. 13 Reference...........................................................................................................14 Summary Introduction of Microsoft Corporation Starting in 1975, Microsoft corporation was established by Bill Gates and Paul Allen. Depending on MS-DOS, Microsoft rose a lot in home computer operating system market in 1990s. Later, used Microsoft Windows control the computer operating system market. Relying on Microsoft Office, Microsoft dominate the office suite market. The major products are Windows operating system, IE and Office suite. SWOT Analysis Microsoft develops, produce, licenses software products for global companies and customs. Their products include operating systems, office software, program design language...
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...Computer System Update November 5, 2015 Introduction This report states all the factors associated with the system update project for Chauffe Electric. They are a thriving business that is in desperate need of upgrading their computer hardware and network system in their office. This upgrade will bring the company up to date with the latest software and hardware innovations available to the industry. Upgrading the business to current market level with its local competitors allowing them to be productive and competitive. Project Purpose and Justification To compete in today's ever-changing business environment, Chauffe Electric, Inc. must be running on current technologies to meet specific their business intentions. This project will elevate all the desktop and laptop PCs at Chauffe Electric, Inc. to the Windows XP10 operating system. All new PCs will be analyzed for any possible compatibility issues and upgraded as needed. A schedule will be developed to ensure the rollout of the PCs and Windows 10 XP is incorporated with as little interruption to regular business operations. Also, all PCs will be tested before delivery for quality control. To reduce the impact on the employees, this project will include post-delivery PC support for each staff members, and through the development of online tutorials and user manuals. Scope Description • Upgraded technologies – Windows 10XP & 1CEES software is a state of the art operating system...
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