power up a computer. Did any of the users stop to think about what is making this action of the computer happen? The computer also spends a great deal of time responding to the user. The one software program behind all of these actions is the operating system. “An operating system (OS) is a main program on any computer which runs the other programs on the computer.” (Cite). This is the most important part of the computer because it manages both the hardware and software used on the computer.…
Advancements in computer technology has increased the potential of learning all over the world, but for some people, technology has infatuated their lives. One of the most widely used technology is the pocket-sized, personal computer, also known as the smartphone. Smartphones, or cellphones are in the hands of millions of people and there are those that seem attached to their phones twenty-four-seven. This attachment can be widely referred to as “cellphone addiction”, but the term, “addiction”…
On the opposite spectrum from supplier bargaining power is the bargaining power of buyers. These buyers do not just represent the end user consumer who purchases a PC, laptop computer, or other computer accessory, but represent the buyers all along the entire supply chain from concept and research and development to manufacturing, customization, packaging, transportation, sales, and delivery and in some cases, after the sale customer service. Their overall buying power as a group is considered…
base. These customers were obtained by word of mouth. When asked if they would use and recommend Atlanta PC Repair to others when the business incorporates, they unanimously agreed. Weaknesses * No store front where customers can drop off computers and interact with office staff and technician prior to the service call. * It currently has only one full time technician/owner which is a major obstacle to expansion. * Growth is limited by owner’s capacity to complete work. *…
there are different ways to successfully grab that person’s attention. Two major computer companies, Apple and Microsoft, have been battling to maintain loyal customers to continue to use their computers and operating software. Apple targets the business aspect of computers towards their consumer, while Microsoft tries to promote a more family-friendly computer towards their audience. Apple advertises their computers more professionally and effectively compared to Microsoft who relies on a more…
the number of computers inside the classroom and what impact this might have on student learning. First he needs lookup the cost of implementing this initiative using real world figures. Without having have knowledge of the overall cost he cannot make a properly informed decision. In addition, he needs to research for cost effectiveness of the products he may purchase. For example, should he buy a single desktop computer? How does this cost compare to the purchase of Multi-Link computers, which…
The title of the autobiography is Jack: Straight from the Gut by Jack Welch. The genre of the book is focused on the business and entrepreneurial standpoints in his own life. He relates to how he began with little to no ambitions to become a businessman and how his own life experiences shaped him to become one of the most successful businessmen in the United States. This stands out to me because of my interest in business and entrepreneurship. Jack and I also share many similarities such as both…
The History of Staples Staples has perhaps been one of the most influential companies of the latter part of the 20th century due to their convenience of service that they’ve offered their consumers. This ease of service seemed to be one of the primary goals for the company’s founder Thomas G. Stemberg. Back in 1986 Stemberg along with his other partners Leo Kahn and Myra Hart opened the first ever office products superstore in Brighton, Massachusetts in 1986 so that they can serve small…
Emma Harrison was born on 13 August 1963 in England, Jaywick, Clacton-on-Sea in Essex and being young moved with family to Sheffield. Her outstanding entrepreneurship skills were passed to her with genes from her father, who worked in training sector serving companies in the oil industry. She started to demonstrate core attributes of potential entrepreneur such as creativity and innovation1 with her first informal start-up, which took place when she was nine years old. She created illicit…
Which is better, Apple or Microsoft? This is a topic of a lot of debate today. I have chosen to focus on computers manufactured by both companies. Apple manufactures MAC computers while a number of different companies manufacture PC’s that run Microsoft’s Windows operating system. The MAC operating system is generally cleaner, faster and more stable than Windows. The reason for this is that many manufacturers of PC’s bundle a lot of other software into their PC’s that are created by third party…