1. I learned about different type of computers in class. Specifically, I was interested in what a server was so I looked into it and found that computer servers can control, manage or monitor other computers and devices on the network. Also, that there are other types of servers such as printer servers and web servers.
Another concept I learned from class this week was how a company's website reflects its business strategy. From Dell’s website, I learned that Dell had a conflicting strategy on its website where it was targeting both sophisticated and beginner computer users.
2. I found an interesting article from the internet relating to our class on hardware. This article offers tips about how iphones can be used to help IT staff at work:
http://www.infoworld.com/article/07/07/24/What-to-do-if-the-CEO-gets-an-iPhone_1.html
3. The author implies that companies should provide IT with Apple iphones that work on the company's computer network by suggesting several features of iphone that supports this use. I don't agree this implication because the iphone may be sufficient for personal entertainment, but may not be as suitable as a laptop or desktop would be for IT work. The iphone uses only Mac OS/software applications, is solely compatible with AT&T service, has restrictions on speed, and is more easily hackable. Also, the article does not mention technical plans or specifications for connecting the iphone to a company's network. However, I think an IT manager might still be interested in this article because using new PDA devices in the work environment may be a way to better productivity if the restrictions imposed by use of this particular PDA device could be overcome.
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