HOMEWORK

Information Processing

ACQUISITION- Jenny acquires data each week by recording on paper the amount raised and the date.

INPUT- She then inputs this data into the spreadsheet using the keyboard.

VALIDATION- The data is validated by inbuilt formulas that check the amount is reasonable.

MANIPULATION- The data for each week is manipulated using a formula to total the amounts.

STORAGE-The file is saved to the hard drive after processing.

RETRIEVAL- On the next collection day, the file is retrieved and new data added.

OUTPUT- Output in the form of a printout is obtained at the end of each month.

COMMUNICATION-Copies are printed, communicating the information to all students by hand.

DISPOSAL-Jenny deletes the file from her computer.

HOLIDAY HOMEWORK (TASK 2)

Article: Dell opens doors on Design Studio for jazzing up Studio 15/17 laptops

This article is a piece of advertisement promoting Dell's (a computer company) new way of personalizing laptops - by ''permanently tattooing'' laptops. In other words giving them a brand new look (on the lid) making the product more attractive to the consumer. Around one hundred designs are available.

This concept of making a laptop more personal is definitely appealing because it allows one to make their mark on a laptop. Most people enjoy having their items carry a sign of their personalities especially if they use this item often. It is an expression of art and individuality. It also saves a lot of damage done to laptops (i.e. scratching of the lid and later on peeling of the paint) done by “unorthodox paintjobs”.

On the other hand this “ ultra-personal” idea is only available for Studio 15/17 laptops, people without these models will feel let down especially if they have Dell laptops. It also costs $75, a high price which could push away potential customers.

Although the tattooed laptops are an engaging idea and the ones in the picture(above) are very attractive I unfortunately do not have the required laptop (Studio 15/17 laptop) . If I did I would consider getting it a makeover. Buying the required laptop, at $1199 (Studio 15) or $999 (Studio 17), just to get it a great look (another$75)… is just not worth it.

Bibliography

Article from http://www.engadget.com/category/laptops/

Information on Studio 15/17 laptops from http://www.cnet.com.au/laptops/laptops/0,239035649,339290914,00.htm€
http://www.cnet.com.au/laptops/laptops/0,239035649,339290306,00.htm

*All currencies are in Australian dollars