Chrome is both a mobile and desktop-based browser. It is used to browse websites. Chrome was released in 2008. Chrome has different features including Chrome extensions, searching through Google by using the browser address bar also known as Omnibox. Chrome was built using the WebKit layout engine. According to a survey in 2019, Chrome is used by 70% of desktop users. And by a survey in 2020, Google [...]
The first iPhone named iPhone 2G was released on June 29, 2007. Before the invention of the iPhone, there was iPod launched which at that time was only accessed in the United States. From the start of 2008, the iPhone became available to the rest of the world. The first few countries where iPhone was sold include the United States, United Kingdom, Germany and France. iPhone was the [...]
For making any organization to succeed the management of the company has to take unique decisions. Let me define what a decision support system (DSS) is. What is a decision support system (DSS): A system in which the CEO and top management of the company take decisions by using computer software, data mining, communication, and presentation. Pros and cons of decision support system (DSS) Now let me explain [...]
An operating system is system software that makes communication between software and hardware. The first OS was created by General motors in 1956 and named GM-NAA I/O. There are various types of OS (Operating System) made for different purposes. Some OS are made for mobiles, tablets, PC’s, Supercomputers, smartwatches etc. Let us discuss some of the pros and cons of an operating system. Pros and Cons of Operating [...]
What is a layered operating system: An operating system that has different types of layers for handling system software and user software is known as a layered operating system. The lower layers are responsible for handling core system software while the above layers are responsible for handling application software. A single layer can only interact with the layer above or below that layer. Before the layered structure, there [...]
What is a mobile computer A mobile computer is a wireless device that has the ability to video/voice call, picture sharing, and other types of data sharing. You can use the mobile computer while moving and travelling in a car, aeroplane, train, or motorbike. Mobile computer can be either of the smartphone, tablet, laptop, smartwatch, or any other wireless portable device by which you can communicate with other [...]
WLAN definition WLAN stands for wireless local area network. It is a wireless connection that connects two or more devices in LAN. WLAN uses access points and routers to make a connection between devices. Wi-Fi is an example of WLAN where devices are connected wirelessly within a limited range. WLAN is made within home, office building, computer laboratory, school building or any college campus. For using Wi-Fi, users [...]
What is a quantum computer Quantum computer is a type of computer which uses quantum mechanics to perform computations. Classical computers process data in the form of 0 and 1. But in the case of quantum computers, the 0 and 1 form is extended. It can store and process data in qubits. Qubits can process data in 01 or 10 form i.e. it stores information in both true [...]
WWAN is also known as a wireless wide area network. In WWAN a wireless connection is made through WWAN device. It is most commonly used in cellular devices. You can use hotspot in mobile to share internet through WI-FI also. But mainly mobile data connectivity is used to get access to the internet. Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN) In the local area network, you can get access to [...]
What is a freeware software Freeware software is a type of software that you can use free for a lifetime. Freeware vs free software: You cannot modify code in freeware software and also you cannot distribute software without author permission. While free software can provide you with source code that you can modify and also redistribute the software. Freeware vs shareware software: You can use freeware software for [...]
