Current and Future Development of Open Source Software and Latest Development in ICT

Name: Ivan Ian Sim Class: 4 Dinamik I/C Number: 951112-13-5107

1.0 Introduction
Meaning of Open Source Software (OSS) Open source software (OSS) is defined as computer software for which the source code and certain other rights normally reserved for copyright holders are provided under a software license that meets the Open Source Definition or that is in the public domain. This permits users to use, change, and improve the software, and to redistribute it in modified or unmodified forms. Meaning of Hardware A computer's hardware consists of the physical components necessary to operate and interact with a computer. Since a computer's primary language is binary, devices are necessary to convert our input into that language. The binary code coming out of the computer must also be translated into something usable for the operator.

Meaning of Software Software is often divided into two categories: 1. System software : Includes the operating system and all the utilities that enables the computer to function. 2. Application software : Includes programs that do real work for users. For example, word processors, spreadsheets, and database management systems fall under the category of applications software.

2.0 The Latest Open Source Operating System (OS)

2.1 Meaning of Open Source OS Open Source Operating System is the most important program that runs on a computer that is free to use, change, and improve the software, and to redistribute it in modified or unmodified forms. Every general-purpose computer must have an operating system to run other programs. Operating systems perform basic tasks, such as recognizing input from the keyboard, sending output to the display screen, keeping track of files and directories on the disk, and controlling peripheral devices such as disk drives and printers. 2.2 Examples of Open Source OS 1. Linux

Linux is an open source operating system windows . Kubuntu is the GNU/Linux distribution for everyone. Improved desktop, updated applications and increased usability features. 2. Firefox

Mozilla Firefox is a free and open source . A web client program (for viewing and hearing web pages) available for Windows and Mac as well as Linux and other UNIX systems.

3.0 The Latest Open Source Application Software

3.1 Meaning of Open Source Application Software Open Source Application Software (also called as end-user programs) includes database programs, word processors, and spreadsheets. It is free to use, change, and improve the software, and to redistribute it in modified or unmodified forms.

3.2 Examples of Open Source Application Software Linux Mint 12 -Release Date May 23, 2012

One of the more popular Linux desktop distros , Linux Mint, in its 13th version, adds significant UI improvements includling a graphical bottom launcher panal. It also defaults its search engine, is built on and contributes to Open Source. Ubuntu 11.04 -Release Date 28 April 2011

This version of Ubuntu introduced us to the Unity interface, a streamlined, unique, graphical application launcher that is sleek, elegant and useful. are friendlier and easier than either Windows 7 or Mac OS X.

4.0 The Latest Development In ICT

4.1 Hardware Release in : 2012

Laser mice A Optical and laser mice. It measures 116x69x41mm and is designed for a right handed player with the 12 button thumb grid being on the left hand side of the Mouse. The bottom of the mouse contains the Ultraslick feet as well as the Razer Precision 3.5G laser sensor with 5600dpi, 1000Hz ultrapolling and 1ms response time. Release in: 1980

Ball mouse The ball mouse replaced the external wheels with a single ball that could rotate in any direction.

4.2 Software Release in: May 3, 2011

Version : Adobe Photoshop CS5.1 Lots of helpful upgrades to major tools. Many smaller but useful enhancements. Content-Aware Fill is both mind-blowing and astonishingly useful.Can with big images or 3D projects. Release in : April 16, 2007

Version : Adobe Photoshop CS3 Work more productively, edit with unrivalled power, and composite with breakthrough tools. New features propagating productivity include streamlined interface, improved Camera Raw, better control over print options. But not at good as Adobe Photoshop CS5.1

5.0 Pervasive Computing

5.1 Meaning Refers to the use of computers in everyday life, including PDAs, SmartPhones and other mobile devices. It also refers to computers contained in common place objects such as cars and appliances and implies that people are unaware of their presence. 5.2 Examples Smartphone A smartphone is a mobile phone offering advanced capabilities, often with PC- like functionality. There is no industry standard definition of a smartphone. For some, a smartphone is a phone that runs complete operating system software providing a standardized interface and platform for application developers. For others, a smartphone is simply a phone with advanced features like email, Internet and e-book reader capabilities, and/or a built-in full keyboard or external USB keyboard and VGA connector. In other words, it is a miniature computer that has phone capability.

Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) A personal digital assistant (PDA) is a handheld computer, also known as a palmtop computer. Newer PDAs also have both color screens and audio capabilities, enabling them to be used as mobile phones, web browsers, or portable media players. Many PDAs can access the Internet via Wi-Fi, or Wireless Wide-Area Networks (WWANs). Many PDAs employ touch screen technology.

6.0 Conclusion
Open Source can be used by anyone and because it has no copyright claims, so users are free to use, change, and improve the software, and to redistribute it in modified or unmodified forms. Pervasive Computing is to make our lives easier because we can interact with computers. Besides that, we can easily give the computer commands and the computer will grant your wish.

7.0 Reference
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