Monday, September 27, 2010
Saturday, September 25, 2010
Week #4: Multimedia Representation and Storage
"Data Compression: Wikipedia" and "DVD-HQ: Compression"
These articles were interesting and accessible. The technical, for the most part was left out and I really liked the humor and the simplified examples used to explain some concepts. Any time I hear, or read of algorithms I glaze over but thankfully the authors spare us the explanation reserved for programmers and give appropriate and practical techniques. This information is certainly not something I will retain but am thankful I know where to find it when I need it.
These articles were interesting and accessible. The technical, for the most part was left out and I really liked the humor and the simplified examples used to explain some concepts. Any time I hear, or read of algorithms I glaze over but thankfully the authors spare us the explanation reserved for programmers and give appropriate and practical techniques. This information is certainly not something I will retain but am thankful I know where to find it when I need it.
The basics…with more information on small storage devices and the demand for faster retrieval, compression is necessary. Although the files need to be decompressed in order for the data to be used it is a better storage option.
The process of compressing files divides the subject up into lossless data compression, lossy compression of still and audio and video compression. More information can be in the same space with less time and broadband used to transfer them.
"Imagining
This is a great example of digitization and the collaborative effort of three institutions, Archive service center of the University of Pittsburgh
"YouTube and Libraries"
This is simple and easy to access. Librarians can use it to the advantage of their users and it helps in meeting the needs of a diverse population. We can keep up with the times and use the “tools” available. This stands to be an economic advantage during our budgetary restraints. It is a chance for creativity.
"YouTube and Libraries"
Friday, September 24, 2010
Week Four Comments
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Week Four Muddiest Points
Do I understand correctly that I can have two operating systems on my computer like Microsoft Windows and Linux, for example? If so, what are the advantages and how is it possible to "toggle" between the two?
Saturday, September 18, 2010
Week Three Reading Notes
What a tome! I focused on the first chapter, the What is Linux? In doing so, I learned that Linux is an implementation or tool of Unix. It was funny to me to have the author ask us to imagine computers as big as houses. I don’t have to imagine< I remember! This article was clear and succinct and there was everything I ever wanted to know about UNIX and the creation of the Linux system. It is evident that the success of technology is user driven and without all the geeks, (I say that in the most loving of terms, as my son is one), and hobbyist the complexion of today’s personal computer and it operating system would look substantially different today.
What is Mac OS X?
December 2003? You’re kidding right? I am not sure I understand what it is I need to be getting from this article. In the intro the author states he will “attempt to give a hacker over-friendly answer to the question "What is Mac OS X?". I don’t know if this is the current operating system, but the author did an overview but I came away not knowing the focus of the article.
Mac OS X
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Again this article had a ton of information. It is Wikipedia, after all so a great launching place for users to find what they are looking for and can go from there. It does however after reading these three articles bring me to my
Muddiest point. As a non- computer hardware person and with eyes glazing over at the technical side of the readings and version of versions being explained in detail, what am I supposed to take away from the readings? Am I to focus on some aspect of the technology or marvel at the advancements at such a rapid rate or something entirely different?
Paul Thurott “An Update on the Windows Roadmap”
Again, a 2008 blog so as a non geek, but acutely aware of the rapid changes I am not sure of the necessity of this article except from a historical background or overview. I still have issue with library users that have Vista as their operating system, and it struck me that new versions come out when the old one is just getting the bugs out. I think this quote sums it up, “The architectural changes that improved security and resilience in Windows Vista led to compatibility issues with existing hardware and applications. Many hardware drivers and applications needed to be updated, and while the majority worked well when we launched Windows Vista, some key applications and drivers were not yet available”
Senior vice president, Bill Veghte memo makes flaws seem like a good thing and that users should be as happy to change and adopted the latest and greatest versions,, because it’s more, better, bigger, and faster.
A good and lively dialogue follows, with similar and supporting observations like my own. Users think alike. We want it to work and we don’t want to change if it’s working and if it’s not …don’t make us use it!
Friday, September 17, 2010
Week Three Comment on DB
I've just started to work on the assignment, but I have always had good luck with Google's Picasa. It is free, easy to use and download.
http://picasa.google.com
Take a look and see what you think and let me know if I can help you with it.
Week Two Comments
http://pratt2600.blogspot.com/2010/09/week-2-reading-notes.html?showComment=1284827416962#c4797217319420343175
http://picasa.google.com
Take a look and see what you think and let me know if I can help you with it.
Week Two Comments
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Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Week Two Four Decades of Technological Advancement: Bigger is NOT Better!
Personal computer hardware
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The basic nuts and bolts of todays personal computer...Motherboard to Mouse
Nicely labeled, succinct, clear definitions.
Moore's law
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The doubling of transistors on an integrated circuit every two years projected to continue another 15 years.
Digital electronics tied to Moor's law ..processing speed, memory capacity, sensors, pixel size and numbers in cameras.
Gordon Moore - Intel Founder
Obsolescence - rapid improvement may = rapid obsolescence. Not exactly a
MUDDIEST POIN
T
, but wouldn't the financial burden of a two year technological obsolescence deter advancement?
What is Moore's Law? (Video)
Episode 2 of our Instant Egghead series tackles the law behind ever more powerful computers
By The Editors
Loved this 60 second video. The paper folding drove the point home.
This was so cool and I see virtual museums more and more especially connected to archives and preservation. One thing leads to another.
Monday, September 13, 2010
Week Two Muddiest Point
MUDDIEST POIN
T
, but wouldn't the financial burden of a two year technological obsolescence deter advancement?
Sunday, September 12, 2010
Week One Reading Notes and Random Thoughts
Information Format Trends: Content, Not Containers (2004)
Legitimacy of open-source publishing (e.g. blogs)
Rapidly expanding economics of microcontent
Repurposing of "old" content for new media
Multimedia content as a service for an array of portable devices
It does not matter so much the package or delivery mechanism variations but the content does.
Libraries have dealt with these variations and will continue. “search, find
and obtain”
'commoditization of content and the growing array of technology that
underpins the personal and social publishing phenomenon'
Librarian as experts must embrace ways to distribute content to users
e-books, scholarly materials use increases due to digitally available material
OA -open access and budget smaller or larger?
"libraries should move beyond the role of collector and
organizer of content, print and digital, to one that establishes the authenticity and
provenance of content"
Information Literacy and Information Technology Literacy: New
Components in the Curriculum for a Digital Culture
Clifford Lynch
information technology literacy - understanding of basic foundation and the tools of technology
information literacy deals with content and understanding of information
both forms essential-distinct but inter conected
Teaching two sets must be coordinated- 2 perspectives
1. SKILLS use of tools...spread sheets, word processing...
2. UNDERSTANDING technologies, system, infrastructure work
including fluency
Muddiest Point
Not sure how understanding on a deep level the underpinnings of technology makes us better librarians. We can see just from these reports and what we know of the exponential growth and change in technology that what we learn today will be different tomorrow or when we are on the job, Can't we learn what we need to know when we need to know it for our job? It is only then that we would have an appreciation for the deeper workings of the technology.
Library Hi Tech
Library automation, Library networks, Library systems, Technology led strategy
what constitutes “information technology”.
technology is constantly evolving
Legitimacy of open-source publishing (e.g. blogs)
Rapidly expanding economics of microcontent
Repurposing of "old" content for new media
Multimedia content as a service for an array of portable devices
It does not matter so much the package or delivery mechanism variations but the content does.
Libraries have dealt with these variations and will continue. “search, find
and obtain”
'commoditization of content and the growing array of technology that
underpins the personal and social publishing phenomenon'
Librarian as experts must embrace ways to distribute content to users
e-books, scholarly materials use increases due to digitally available material
OA -open access and budget smaller or larger?
"libraries should move beyond the role of collector and
organizer of content, print and digital, to one that establishes the authenticity and
provenance of content"
Information Literacy and Information Technology Literacy: New
Components in the Curriculum for a Digital Culture
Clifford Lynch
information technology literacy - understanding of basic foundation and the tools of technology
information literacy deals with content and understanding of information
both forms essential-distinct but inter conected
Teaching two sets must be coordinated- 2 perspectives
1. SKILLS use of tools...spread sheets, word processing...
2. UNDERSTANDING technologies, system, infrastructure work
including fluency
Muddiest Point
Not sure how understanding on a deep level the underpinnings of technology makes us better librarians. We can see just from these reports and what we know of the exponential growth and change in technology that what we learn today will be different tomorrow or when we are on the job, Can't we learn what we need to know when we need to know it for our job? It is only then that we would have an appreciation for the deeper workings of the technology.
Library Hi Tech
Library automation, Library networks, Library systems, Technology led strategy
what constitutes “information technology”.
technology is constantly evolving
Saturday, September 11, 2010
Week One Reading Notes and Random Thoughts
Information Format Trends: Content, Not Containers (2004)
Legitimacy of open-source publishing (e.g. blogs)
Rapidly expanding economics of microcontent
Repurposing of "old" content for new media
Multimedia content as a service for an array of portable devices
It does not matter so much the package or delivery mechanism variations but the content does.
Libraries have dealt with these variations and will continue. “search, find
and obtain”
'commoditization of content and the growing array of technology that
underpins the personal and social publishing phenomenon'
Librarian as experts must embrace ways to distribute content to users
e-books, scholarly materials use increases due to digitally available material
OA -open access and budget smaller or larger?
"libraries should move beyond the role of collector and
organizer of content, print and digital, to one that establishes the authenticity and
provenance of content"
Information Literacy and Information Technology Literacy: New
Components in the Curriculum for a Digital Culture
Clifford Lynch
information technology literacy - understanding of basic foundation and the tools of technology
information literacy deals with content and understanding of information
both forms essential-distinct but inter conected
Teaching two sets must be coordinated- 2 perspectives
1. SKILLS use of tools...spread sheets, word processing...
2. UNDERSTANDING technologies, system, infrastructure work
including fluency
Muddiest Point
Not sure how understanding on a deep level the underpinnings of technology makes us better librarians. We can see just from these reports and what we know of the exponential growth and change in technology that what we learn today will be different tomorrow or when we are on the job, Can't we learn what we need to know when we need to know it for our job? It is only then that we would have an appreciation for the deeper workings of the technology.
Library Hi Tech
Library automation, Library networks, Library systems, Technology led strategy
what constitutes “information technology”.
technology is constantly evolving
Legitimacy of open-source publishing (e.g. blogs)
Rapidly expanding economics of microcontent
Repurposing of "old" content for new media
Multimedia content as a service for an array of portable devices
It does not matter so much the package or delivery mechanism variations but the content does.
Libraries have dealt with these variations and will continue. “search, find
and obtain”
'commoditization of content and the growing array of technology that
underpins the personal and social publishing phenomenon'
Librarian as experts must embrace ways to distribute content to users
e-books, scholarly materials use increases due to digitally available material
OA -open access and budget smaller or larger?
"libraries should move beyond the role of collector and
organizer of content, print and digital, to one that establishes the authenticity and
provenance of content"
Information Literacy and Information Technology Literacy: New
Components in the Curriculum for a Digital Culture
Clifford Lynch
information technology literacy - understanding of basic foundation and the tools of technology
information literacy deals with content and understanding of information
both forms essential-distinct but inter conected
Teaching two sets must be coordinated- 2 perspectives
1. SKILLS use of tools...spread sheets, word processing...
2. UNDERSTANDING technologies, system, infrastructure work
including fluency
Muddiest Point
Not sure how understanding on a deep level the underpinnings of technology makes us better librarians. We can see just from these reports and what we know of the exponential growth and change in technology that what we learn today will be different tomorrow or when we are on the job, Can't we learn what we need to know when we need to know it for our job? It is only then that we would have an appreciation for the deeper workings of the technology.
Library Hi Tech
Library automation, Library networks, Library systems, Technology led strategy
what constitutes “information technology”.
technology is constantly evolving
Friday, September 10, 2010
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