Module 1 - Distributed System Architectures & Models System Architecture Defines the structure of the system components identified functions of each component defined interrelationships and interactions between components defined CS454/654 1-2 Standardization Reference Model A conceptual framework whose purpose is to divide standardization work into manageable pieces and to show at a general level how these pieces are related to one another. Approaches Component-based
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Problem: Unsuccessful differentiation. Although HTC created different kinds of brands for their smartphones it failed to differentiate itself from competitors. It could not market the brand as a unique one in order to conquer customer loyalty as other companies did‚ such as Apple and Samsung. Hence‚ the failure of creating brand recognition set them apart from the differentiation strategy they were pursuing. External Analysis General Environment Two factors best describe the general environment:
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computers running the Mac operating system Apple systems continue to be a force for the company since the closure of the operating system‚ reducing leaks viruses and spyware‚ such as those affecting the Windows system (Apple Inc.‚ 2009). Weaknesses One of the weaknesses affecting Apple is not a leader in the computer market. The Mac operating system‚ has a minority share in the computer market‚ which is dominated by manufacturers who use competent operating systems like Windows. Another weakness
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continued to dominate the operating system game with their release of Microsoft Mouse in 1983. Paul Allen then resigned from Microsoft in February of 1983 after developing Hodgkin’s disease. In 1984 while developing a new operating system with IBM‚ Microsoft released Microsoft Windows. At this time the company also went public‚ and with the rise in stock prices created an estimated four billionaires‚ as well as 12‚000 millionaires. Microsoft began to release their operating systems to original equipment
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A. Strengths The iPhone has several features that add to the strength of the product. These include its unique look and feel accompanied by a mobile operating system. It has phone sensors that work with the multi-touch screen‚ which is a new patented technology. These new features are presented to a large and loyal user base that Apple has accrued over the years. Additionally‚ marketing was given support from all over the internet‚ saving the company over 400 million in advertising fees.
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emergency purposes) 4-A (full) backup includes all the files and data on the hard disk 5-A boot disk (provides a way to troubleshoot computer start-up problems) 6-A (driver) is a program that contains information about a specific device and how the operating system communicates with it 7-A disk cleanup utility will search for and delete unusable files along with any files in the recycle pin (√) 8-A disadvantage of LINUX is that it is available only in a command-line version like the one in the accompanying
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iPhones‚ iPods and iMacs)‚ their two major OS systems: Mac OS X and iOS‚ and through the internet. Although their model limits what type of software customers can access‚ they offer over 250‚000 apps through their iOS app store. Next‚ with their browser and search engine‚ Google centers on advertising and democratizing information where they gain most of their profits. Through the companies Android platform they are increasing their market shares into the mobile market. Google seeks a market of open nonproprietary
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2. HP SWOT Analysis Strengths: Hewlett-Packard (HP) is a global provider of personal systems‚ imaging and printing products‚ and technology solutions. It is the largest player in the inkjet and laser printer market. HP is also one of the market leaders in the global PC market. The one strength that I feel is important is that HP has a very strong distribution channel globally. Weaknesses: HP uses the Windows platform in all its I-PAQ phones. Incidentally‚ I-PAQ phones have been much criticized
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the PUPSMBC Student Council Voting System through SMS) The proponents used the Input Process Output Diagram (IPO) as their Conceptual Framework of the study which guides while undergoing the study. The Input (I)‚ the Process (P)‚ and the Output (O)‚ these variables are the component of inquiry. The Input as the source of information‚ the Process as the procedure undergoes and the Output showed the result of the process information and the target system. This helps the proposed study to determine
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