http://www.time.com/time/magazine/article/0,9171,990596,00.html
The first computer historically was made by ENIAC in 1946, a huge 30 ton machine, with 6,000 switches, 19,000 vaccum cubes and could add 5,000 numbers in seconds. After this there was a boom in the construction of better, faster, smaller and more advanced computers. In the late 1930s, John Atanasoff and Clifford Bell began building a device that would allow them to solve large linear algebraic equations, they called it ABC( Atanasoff Berry Computer).It worked based on binary numbers but in the 1940s Atanstoff left for the navy and the computer was left abandoned. Then along came a man called Sperry Rand whonheld the rights to Eckert and Mauchly's original UNIVAC patents and sued Honeywell for royalty payments, however Atanasoff won the battle. ABC however could not be reprogrammed and never became fully operational.
About Me
- sabrina
- Meath, Ireland
- HALLLLLOOO im sabrina, sometimes sabby, briny, sab, sabrini!!! never sabrina the teenage witch.cur on that name
Monday, November 30, 2009
Is the Internet damaging young childrens brains???
http://www.guardian.co.uk/uk/2009/feb/24/social-networking-site-changing-childrens-brains
I read this article on guardian.co.uk. It is about how social networking sites may cause damage to the brain of young children. Neurologists believe that Internet/social networking sites my cause damages such as short attention spans, sensationalism, inability to empathise and a shaky sense of identity to develop in children who spend too much time on social networking sites.Lady Greenfield, professor of synaptic pharmacology at Lincoln college, Oxford, and director of the Royal Institution has researched and studied this and has said "If the young brain is exposed from the outset to a world of fast action and reaction, of instant new screen images flashing up with the press of a key, such rapid interchange might accustom the brain to operate over such timescales. Perhaps when in the real world such responses are not immediately forthcoming, we will see such behaviours and call them attention-deficit disorder." She argues that social networking sites are not healthy for young minds.Having a friendship that's stability relies on social networking sites can not be healthy for a child to learn and develop skills in human interaction, it may lead a child to become quite stubborn and ill tempered with people. She also argues that children who spend too much time playing Internet games instead of reading a good story book may develop compulsive disorders or addictions. There is a reward when a child wins in an Internet game but when reading a book a child learns patience and knowledge. Greenfield quoted one child who said "that you can't see or hear other people makes it easier to reveal yourself in a way that you might not be comfortable with. You become less conscious of the individuals involved [including yourself], less inhibited, less embarrassed and less concerned about how you will be evaluated." Just from reading this quote you may question your own motives for going on to your Facebook, Bebo,Twitter. Is it because it is easier and less hassle to talk to people without their physical presence, without haven't to see their reaction.??Living this way can not be healthy for the brain or a child's confidence or social interaction. What if the electricity went, the battery on the laptop went, what social abilities would they have to play a board game with their family or sit quietly waiting for the electricity to come back and indulge in a good book?. The Internet and social networking sites are a fantastic way to retrieve knowledge and keep in touch with friends, but why should it be abused??
I read this article on guardian.co.uk. It is about how social networking sites may cause damage to the brain of young children. Neurologists believe that Internet/social networking sites my cause damages such as short attention spans, sensationalism, inability to empathise and a shaky sense of identity to develop in children who spend too much time on social networking sites.Lady Greenfield, professor of synaptic pharmacology at Lincoln college, Oxford, and director of the Royal Institution has researched and studied this and has said "If the young brain is exposed from the outset to a world of fast action and reaction, of instant new screen images flashing up with the press of a key, such rapid interchange might accustom the brain to operate over such timescales. Perhaps when in the real world such responses are not immediately forthcoming, we will see such behaviours and call them attention-deficit disorder." She argues that social networking sites are not healthy for young minds.Having a friendship that's stability relies on social networking sites can not be healthy for a child to learn and develop skills in human interaction, it may lead a child to become quite stubborn and ill tempered with people. She also argues that children who spend too much time playing Internet games instead of reading a good story book may develop compulsive disorders or addictions. There is a reward when a child wins in an Internet game but when reading a book a child learns patience and knowledge. Greenfield quoted one child who said "that you can't see or hear other people makes it easier to reveal yourself in a way that you might not be comfortable with. You become less conscious of the individuals involved [including yourself], less inhibited, less embarrassed and less concerned about how you will be evaluated." Just from reading this quote you may question your own motives for going on to your Facebook, Bebo,Twitter. Is it because it is easier and less hassle to talk to people without their physical presence, without haven't to see their reaction.??Living this way can not be healthy for the brain or a child's confidence or social interaction. What if the electricity went, the battery on the laptop went, what social abilities would they have to play a board game with their family or sit quietly waiting for the electricity to come back and indulge in a good book?. The Internet and social networking sites are a fantastic way to retrieve knowledge and keep in touch with friends, but why should it be abused??
Some sites I found fun and useful for Applied Psychology
http://www.bbc.co.uk/science/humanbody/mind/index.shtml?psychology
if you cant remember the correct referencing format click here!!http://www.michener.ca/lrc/lrcapa.php
http://wwwlib.murdoch.edu.au/find/citation/apa.html
Psychology Society of Ireland
http://www.psihq.ie/
Dr Michael Fenichel’s Current topics in Psychology - An American web site but good A-Z list of resources, articles etc.
http://www.fenichel.com/Current.shtml
if you cant remember the correct referencing format click here!!http://www.michener.ca/lrc/lrcapa.php
http://wwwlib.murdoch.edu.au/find/citation/apa.html
Psychology Society of Ireland
http://www.psihq.ie/
Dr Michael Fenichel’s Current topics in Psychology - An American web site but good A-Z list of resources, articles etc.
http://www.fenichel.com/Current.shtml
Buying a Laptop or PC
Investing in a laptop might seem like an easy task but there are a few factors to consider. The weight of the laptop is important, as the heavier the laptop is the heavier the load you will be shifting around but lighter laptops tend to me more expensive so keep an eye out in the sales as you will have much happier brighter days with a lighter load. Power consumption is another important factor as it varies from manufacturer and model. Most laptops would give up to four hours of battery time others only two and a half. Ask a shop consultant for help if you are confused! Ask him or her i if its a 6 cell battery or a 9 cell as they have longer battery life. Processing power is factor to consider,for office work, an entry-level processor such as the single core Celeron is more than enough. For multimedia and power users, a Core 2 duo or equivalent processor would be the bet to go for. Warranty most warranties allow non-physically damaged laptops to be repaired or replaced free of cost in the first year and cover parts and repairs in the following years at an approximate cost to the customer.Operating system can hinder your purchasing of a certain laptop as the OS determines the price of your laptop the latest and more advanced operating systems will cost more as they need newer hardware.The brand is a very very important factor to consider when purchasing a laptop, research the brand before buying the laptop, check out reviews from other customers, unknown brands will be cheaper but they may lack in alot of important parts.
There the main factors to think about before purchasing your beloved laptop. As you want a laptop for life not just for christmas!
There the main factors to think about before purchasing your beloved laptop. As you want a laptop for life not just for christmas!
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
WELCOME
hello, I'm Sabrina i live in Dunshaughlin county Meath! the most awesome place on the earth.I'm 19 but will be turning 20 in a months time. Sad times.I finished secondary school two years ago , so i feel like an OAP. For the last two years iv been trying to discover my self.haha.!!spent a year living with my friends in Galway.Had the best craic but severely damaged my liver and then i spent last year working trying to save money but failed miserably. Now I'm in IADT, studying psychology, loving it so far. Finding the travell annoying, getting four buses a day can be a nuissance so contemplating moving up next year for some fun times and psychology.
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