The technology director at Morningside College talks about testing Google Glass and how wearable technology could change education. She discusses the implications for computer science students, health sciences and distance learning.
As mobile learning becomes increasingly popular, the role of IT director is changing. IT pros need to be familiar with tablets like the iPad, the Google Nexus and the Samsung Galaxy. They also need to know about apps that can be integrated into the classroom. It will become the job of the It department to weed through and find the best apps for education.
Making the choice between mobile device management and virtualization depends on your organizations needs and goals. Application availability, bandwidth requirements and device size are just some of the factors you need to take into account when developing your BYOD solution.
Designed to increase guest comfort and increase energy efficiency the $30 million renovation of the 154-room West Tower of One UN New York (formerly the UN Millennium Plaza Hotel) implemented touch screen-operated control of various systems in each room. Using Vantage Control’s InFusion control system combined with the company’s ScenePoint Relays and sensors for lighting, thermostat and in-room temperature sensors to coordinate climate control. The touchscreen panels offer five languages through which the hotel’s diverse clientele can operate the interface. The system is fully hardwired for security reasons.
Every A/V system is on an upgrade path from the moment it is installed. While it is impossible to be ready for everything in terms of control and automation, the trick to future-proofing is to be prepared to integrate new technologies down the line while not going overboard investing in one flavor as opposed to another.
Software from control and automation companies are offering integrated helpdesk service. A/V companies are looking to work closely with the IT department to make A/V support painless.
Software from control and automation companies are offering integrated helpdesk service. A/V companies are looking to work closely with the IT department to make A/V support painless.
Near-field communication or NFC is the next technology to debut in the digital signage world. Users can tap their cell phone on a designated area of a display, receive information and then take action.
TechDecisions editor-in-chief says she took to the Planar Helium, 27-inch multi-touch desktop monitor and Windows 8 like a two-year-old to an iPad.
Google Apps for Education are compatible with Windows, Mac OS, and Linux.
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