week 7: Clear

A graphical user interface or GUI is the way in which users interact with their software. A GUI allows you to interact with menus and visual images in contrast to a command-line interface which only allows users type on a keyboard. Graphical user interface is the most widely used interface today. A GUI is much simpler to use than a command-line because it does not require exact spelling. grammar, and punctuation.

People in the business world are constantly on computers and should know about the interface. There are many shortcuts used by a GUI and individuals need to learn these shortcuts to increase productivity. This link has information on the Mac OS X the current operating system on many Mac computers. This operating is very easy to use and I know this from firsthand experience.

A photo of the Windows 7 operating system

week 6: Web 2.0 Project

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I have posted a poll question and hope it will allow more insight. I am curious to see how people respond and see which one they value more preparedness, hospitality, or both equally.I have yet to receive any feedback on my story.

At first this assignment appeared like it was going to be very difficult. Once I picked a topic I realized it was not as bad as I thought. The directions confused me a little and creating the video seemed hard until I found OneTrueMedia.com. It was very easy to use and I felt like I was able to completely respond how I wanted to.

I'm a loser baby by Beck symbolizes the struggle I was having before getting employed. Hotel by Cassidy featuring R. Kelly is for the establishment being talked about. You're the best around by Joe Esposito represents the feeling one gets one being both prepared and hosbitable.

Web 2.0 projects I had never heard of before the project but it very effective communication device. It is a new and unique way to talk about oneself. It is a good way to display skills to potential employers.

week 5: Clear

The machine cycle is the four step process that allows a processor to execute one instruction. The four steps in the process are fetch, decode, execute, and store. Steps one and two are called the fetch cycle and are same for each instruction. The fetch cycle processes the instruction. The third and are fourth step are called the execute cycle and are different dependent on the instruction.

The machine cycle is the most basic part of how computers work and should be known by all business people who want to be knowledgeable. The machine cycle allows users to be able to properly use their computers. Linux has a website that has info on the machine cycle.

The Machine Cycle