Title:

The latest Open Source Software Available and the Latest

Development in ICT

Name : Francis Yong Ming Seng

IC No. : 940725-13-6125
Class : 4A
Year : 2010
: Current and Future Development of
Construct S05 Open Source Software and Latest
Development in ICT
: Explain the latest open source
Aspect LA2.S05.1 software available and the latest
development in ICT
Instrument : Written Assignment

Group Members : 1. John Lee

2. Ivy Ho

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1.0Introduction
-Meaning of Open Source Software(OSS)
Open source software (OSS) is defined as computer software for which the source
code and certain other rights normally reserved for copyright holders are provided under
a software license that meets the Open Source Definition or that is in the public domain.
This permits users to use, change, and improve the software,and to redistribute it in
modified or unmodified forms.

-Meaning of Hardware
A computer’s hardware consists of the physical components necessary to operate
and interact with a computer. Since a computer’s primary language is binary, devices are
necessary to convert our input into that language. The binary code coming out of the
computer must also be translated into something usable for the operator.

-Meaning of Software
Software is often divided into two categories:
1. System software: Includes the operating system and all the utilities that enables the
computer to function.
2. Application software: Includes programs that do real work for users.
For example, word processors, spreadsheets, and database management systems fall
under the category of applications software.

2.0The Latest Open Source Operating System (OS)

2.1 Meaning of open source OS

Open Source Operating System is the most important program that runs on a
computer that is free to use, change, and improve the software, and to redistribute
it in modified or unmodified forms. Every general-purpose computer must have
an operating system to run other programs. Operating systems perform basic
tasks, such as recognizing input from the keyboard, sending output to the display

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 screen, keeping track of files and directories on the disk, and controlling
peripheral devices such as disk drives and printers.

2.2 Examples of open source OS

a. Kubuntu Linux
A user friendly operating system based on KDE, the K Desktop
Environment. With a predictable 6 month release cycle and part of the
Ubuntu project, Kubuntu is the GNU/Linux distribution for everyone.
Improved desktop, updated applications and increased usability features
are just a few of the suprises with this latest release.
b. Fedora Linux
A Linux-based operating system that showcases the latest in free and open
source software. Fedora is always free for anyone to use, modify, and
distribute. It is built by people across the globe who work together as a
community. The Fedora Project is open and anyone is welcomed to join.

3.0The Latest Open Source Application Software

3.1 Meaning of open source application software

Open Source Application Software (also called as end-user programs) includes
database programs, word processors, and spreadsheets. It is free to use, change,
and improve the software, and to redistribute it in modified or unmodified forms.

3.2 Examples of open source application software

a. Open Office
An office application set (for word processing, spreadsheet manipulation,
picture drawing and data base access) compatible with all other major

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 office application sets such as Office and available for Windows and Mac
as well as Linux and other UNIX systems.

b. Squirrel Mail
An email application (for reading and writing email through a web client
program) supporting IMAP and SMTP and available for Windows and Mac as
well as Linux and other UNIX systems.

4.0The Latest Development in ICT

4.1 Hardware (Lenmark X8350 and Lenmark X9575 Professional)
Lenmark X8350 is a printer that can prints up to 19 ppm colour and up to
25 ppm black. This printer also can print ,copy, scan, fax, reduce and enlarge
photos and documents. The exclusive Lexmark Photo Editor Software enhances
photos. Besides, this printer also can fax with 89 speed dials and 10 groups with
30 numbers per group, 5 quick dial buttons, Caller ID and distinctive ring
detection. Users also can adjust ringer volume, call waiting disable capability,
automatic redial, confirmation, error and activity reports,broadcast transmission
and delayed transmission, junk fax block, auto Answer Button and scan before
dial. Fax forwarding and print, BVRP Host Fax Solution, Print-to-Fax via
:exmark N4000e or N4050e print server with send only. The printer can support
Compact Flash Tyoe I and II, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, Memory Stick
Duo with adapter, Microdrive, Multi Media, Secure Digital, Mini Secure Digital
(Mini SD), Smart Media and XD cards.
Lexmark X9575 Professional let users gain freedom and flexibility with
built-in 802.11g wireless technology. Compatible with Wi-Fi certified IEEE
802.11g/b/n. High Quality printing from virtually anywhere over a secure wireless
network. Share the Lexmark X9575 among multiple computers. In addition, users
can fax up to 50-pages capacity Auto Document Feeder (ADF) for multiple page
faxing and copying. Standalone black and colour faxing with 33.6 Kbps modem
speed 99 speed dials, automatic redial, supports caller ID and up to 100-page fax

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 memory. User also can view and edit photos as large as 2.4” (6 cm) colour
display, print directly from digital memory card, PictBridgeTM compatible digital
cameras or USB Flash drive and fast bordless photos on popular photo sizes.
Lexmark Productivity Studio Software makes it easy to crop, rotate, resize photos
and apply photo effects, plus 1-touch colour
fix and red eye reduction. This printer can also scan flatbed scanner with 48-bit
color depth; 16-bit grayscale. The resolution is up to 1200 x 4800 dpi optical
resolution. It also have function that can copy with 1-touch PC-free copying
(colour or black) 1 to 99 copies at a time. This printer also allows users to print
fast. It is up to 33 ppm black and 28 ppm colour printing. It also can print
Microsoft Office documents and PDFs directly from USB Flash drives.

4.2 Software (Adobe Photoshop CS3 and CS4)

Adobe Photoshop CS3 is marketed with three main components of
improvement over previous versions. Adobe Creative Suite 3 (CS3) was announced
on March 27, 2007. It introduced universal binaries for all major programs for the
Apple Macintosh. It work more productively, edit with unrivalled power, and
composite with breakthrough tools. New features propagating productivity include
streamlined interface, improved Camera Raw, better control over print options,
enhanced PDF support, and better management with Adobe Bridge. Editing tools new
to CS3 are the Clone Source palette and nondestructive Smart Filters, and other
features such as the Brightness/Contrast adjustment and Vanishing Point module were
enhanced. The Black and White adjustment option improves users control over
manual grayscale conversions with a dialog box similar to that of Channel Mixer.
Compositing is assisted with Photoshop's new Quick Selection and Refine Edge tools
and improved Image Stitching Technology. CS3 Extended contains all features of CS3
plus tools for editing and importing some 3D graphics file formats, enhancing video,
and comprehensive image analysis tools, utilizing MATLAB integration and DICOM
file support.
Adobe Photoshop CS4 was announced on September 23, 2008 as the
successor to Adobe Creative Suite 3. It was officially released on October 15, 2008.

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 CS4 features additions such as the ability to paint directly on 3D models, wrap 2D
images around 3D shapes, convert gradient maps to 3D objects, add depth to layers
and text, get print-quality output with the new ray-tracing rendering engine, and enjoy
exporting to supported common 3D formats, the new Adjustment and Mask Panels,
content-aware scaling, and Fluid Canvas Rotation and File display options. On 30
April, Adobe released Photoshop CS4 Extended, which includes all the same features
of Adobe Photoshop CS4 with the addition of capabilities for scientific imaging, 3D,
and high end film and video users. The successor to Photoshop CS3, Photoshop CS4,
is the first 64-bit Photoshop on consumer computers.

1.0 Pervasive Computing

1.1 Meaning of pervasive computing

The idea that technology is moving beyond the personal computer to
everyday devices with embedded technology and connectivity as computing
devices become progressively smaller and more powerful. Also called ubiquitous
computing, pervasive computing is the result of computer technology advancing
at exponential speeds- a trend toward all man-made and some natural products
having hardware and software. Pervasive computing goes beyond the realm of
personal computers.
It is the idea that almost any devices, from clothing to tools to appliances
to cars to homes to the human body to your coffee mug, can be imbedded with
chis to connect the devices to an infinite network of other devices. The goal of
pervasive computing, which combines current network technologies with wireless
computing, voice recognition, Internet capability and artificial intelligence, is to
create an environment where the connectivity of devices is embedded in such a
way that connectivity is unobtrusive and always available.

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 1.2 Examples of pervasive computing
a. Smartphones
A smartphone is a mobile phone offering advanced capabilities, often with
PC like functionality. There is no industry standard definition of a
smartphone. For some, a smartphone is a phone that runs complete
operating system software providing a standardized interface and platform
for application developers. For others,a smartphone is simply a phone with
advanced features like e-mail, Internet and e-book reader capabilities, and
a built-in full keyboard or external USB keyboard and VGA connector. In
the words, it is a miniature computer that has phone capability.
b. Personal Digital Assistant (PDA)
A personal digital assistant (PDA) is a handheld computer, also known as
a palmtop computer. Newer PDAs also have both colour screens and audio
capabilities, enabling them to be used as mobile phones, web browsers, or
portable media players. Many PDAs can access the Internet via Wi-Fi, or
Wireless Wide- Area Networks(WWANs). Many PDAs employ touch
screen technology.

2.0 Conclusion
Open Source can be used by anyone and because it has no copyright claims,so
users are free to use, change, and improve the software, and to redistribute it in
modified or unmodified forms. Pervasive Computing is to make our lives easier
because we can interact with computers. Besides, we can easily give the computer
commands and the computer will grant your wish.

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