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Friday, 16 September 2011

Microsoft Windows 8 – A Revolutionary Window


Windows 8 is the latest addition to the Microsoft’s OS arsenal. There is a huge buzz revolving Windows 8 edition. It has become a universal topic now. If reports are to be believed, this edition of Microsoft Windows will hit the market in the year 2013. The company is working very hard to infuse some really wonderful and revolutionary features in this version.

The support that you will find for PC gaming in this window will be simply superb. Microsoft has already developed various games for this edition of Windows so as to attract gamers from all around the world. The Windows 8 will be designed in such a way so as to support the ARM processors. These processors are known world over for their smaller size, lighter weight and less power consumption. Microsoft wants to capture the market of smaller equipments like tablet computers and smart phones. You will find highly improved file system in the Windows 8.  One of the most noticeable features of Windows 8 is going to be the Distributed File System Replication (DFSR). This service will help the networks to process the data on the various networks.
Kinect technology is a brand new computer technology which is developed so as to enhance the computing experience of the user. Microsoft is more likely to bring this innovation in its latest OS. If the company is able to carry it off well then you will find some superb speech recognition and voice recognition technology in Windows 8.
Acknowledging the success of app store and Ovi store, Windows 8 might come up with a store of its own, based on the same platform. This will allow the users to buy or free download various software.
You will find a lot of features in Windows 8 that are similar to the previous version, that is, Windows 7. However, the focus of Windows 8 is in the touch technology that is going to be used. No doubt, this version of windows is going to create a revolution in the market when it will be introduced. The touch experience that you will get in this version of Windows cannot be matched by any other, including Apple. The app tiles which were revealed in the demo of the Windows 8 are unique and unlike desktop icons, then display live information on screen.

With more than a year to go, official date of release is yet to come from the developers. However, the excitement among people has already set in.


Wednesday, 7 September 2011

Formula One Racing – Know About the Technology


Formula One racing is among the most watched sport all around the world. It is a professional form of sport in its entirety. This sport is an international phenomenon, which raises millions of dollars in business. This money is raked through broadcast, sponsorship and advertising revenues.

Karting is a basic form of Formula one racing. Even if you don’t follow this sport you will enjoy it a lot. In this type of racing, small-engine cars are used for racing on a circuit, whereas in Formula one you will find teams with their patented cars. A lot of companies including Toyota, Ferrari and Renault have got their own Formula One teams. All the teams have got a dedicated staff comprising of staffers, engineers, designers and mechanics etc. which helps to make their cast even faster. The Formula One cars have got the best of the technology in them. This is the reason why the team consist of automobile and aerospace specialist as aerodynamics plays a very important role in running of the cars. The Formula One guidelines say that the teams cannot copy a design and they have to prepare their own racing cars from scratch.
These cars are technological marvels. The Formula One cars that are used now is sleek, low riding gems going up to a speed at 320 kmph. Chassis and engine are the most important parts of the Formula One Car. The engine of the cockpit is located at the back of the car, unlike in standard automobiles. Usually, these cars have got 10 cylinder engines which produces excessive heat for cars to propel forwards. Engineers of the team leave no stone unturned to make their car engines all more powerful.
The construction of Formula One car is also very complicated and technological. There are certain guidelines for car construction that one needs to follow. The maximum weight of the car along with the driver should not exceed 618 kilograms.

With many new circuits like Buddh International Circuit coming up, the fan base of this sport is set to increase. Countries like India, which are set to host the first Formula One race in India, are looking forward to generate a lot of interest. Buddh International Circuit is going to be one of the most sophisticated and aesthetically appealing circuits of the world. So, come this October 30 to Buddh International Circuit and be a part of one of the biggest sporting extravagance of the planet.