Ecological Technology

Posted on January 27, 2012 by

Can we solve our current energy crisis in an ecologically friendly manner? Can we gain better understanding on ecological systems when viewed from a technological perspective? The answer is a big yes but only if our intellect is up to the challenge.

Ecology, the branch of science that deals with the interactions of living organisms and their environment, a term derived from two Greek words which mean “the study of the home” while technology is the totality of the means employed to provide objects necessary for human sustenance and comfort.

Since humans are the dominant “life form” on this planet, and are viewed as the cause célèbre for all of our ecological problems. Paradoxically, it is us that can only solve the problems that we create in the first place. One of the problems that we face today is our increasing demand for energy generation that is not necessarily environmentally friendly to begin with.

How we go about solving this must go hand in hand on how we will protect our environment just to keep our planet habitable in the future. All the energy that mankind utilizes, whether renewable or not, all come from nature. Only a handful of scientists like R. Buckminster Fuller view ecosystems as an interrelationship between matter and energy or more aptly living organisms and energy.

All ecosystems are governed by: “The Laws of Thermodynamics”, this is the relationship between matter and energy in a system. The First Law of Thermodynamics states that “the sum total energy in a system is constant” i.e. energy can neither be created nor destroyed. The Second Law of Thermodynamics states that there is a tendency toward entropy or maximum disorganization of a structure and the loss of usable energy.

These laws prevent us from formulating an easy solution to our energy problem in an ecologically friendly manner. But first, let’s check out how nature manages energy to sustain an ecosystem.

In autotrophic based ecosystems, the energy that is stored through net primary production by photosynthetic organisms is used to support higher trophic levels. Energy flows only one way through these levels with decreasing amount at each level. The energy that is captured by the autotrophs (photosynthetic plants) does not revert back to the sun. And also; what energy that flows to the herbivore does not flow back to the photosynthetic plants, and so on, as it moves through the various trophic levels, energy is no longer available to the previous level. The important implication of this unidirectional flow of energy in an ecosystem is that the system would collapse if the primary source of energy, like the sun is cut off.

The next major fact to be noted is the progressive decrease in energy at each trophic level. This fact can be explained by the energy lost as heat in metabolic activity and manifests here as respiration. This particular ecosystem also has a large amount of unutilized energy. Even if more of this “unutilized energy” is being used in a more efficient system, there would still be considerable loss due to respiration. Thus, even with more efficient energy utilization, considerable energy would still be required to maintain the system.

These factors-Unidirectional energy flow and inefficient energy utilization-account for the requirement of a steady stream of energy to avoid the collapse of an ecosystem. An ecosystem simply cannot itself when deprived of a source of energy input for an extended period of time.

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Gadgets: an important necessity

Posted on January 27, 2012 by

There are various types of gadgets which are coming up each day. One of the known and most important gadgets is the mobile phone. This mobile phone has solved many problems for the people. In the past few decades the use of mobile phone has increased a lot and it has also helped the people in many ways. One of the interesting features about the mobile phone is that people can easily talk to each other even if they are miles away from each other. The mobile phone helps the people to connect with their loved ones with ease. In the past few years the development in the technology has given wide range of applications in this one gadget. One of the applications is the alarm clock. People used to have a special clock for the alarm but now with the introduction of this gadget people can easily set the alarm and then get up on time.

Besides that there are various other inventions which have helped the people.

If someone will closely observe, he or she will find that we are surrounded by the gadgets. These gadgets are everywhere, even if we turn our head we can find one with ease. Another most interesting invention has been the laptops. These laptops are the minicomputer for the people. It is very difficult for the people to carry their documents and various other electronic files from one place to another. Thus this laptop helps them to carry it with ease. Also one can sit anywhere and get an access to the internet by connecting a data card to it. This also allows people to watch the movies on their minicomputer when they are getting bored. These gadgets have become the part of life and people now cannot live without them. So if anyone is choosing a gift for anyone, the best is to gift them the various electronic models of different mobile phones or the laptops.

Also these gadgets are the soul of human life now. Without them it is really difficult for a common man to survive. There are many way by which people will get the gadgets. The best way to buy these is get them online. In the past few years the online selling has increased and there are many websites which have come up and are offering various products for the consumer. So if anyone is interested in buying, they must buy from internet to save money.
 

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Clean Up Pc

Posted on January 26, 2012 by

Is your PC running slow?
Keeping PC free of clutter can help in performance and can also increase valuable disk space.

Here are a few simple Steps for maintaining the performance of PC.

Run the Windows Live OneCare clean up scan
The clean up scanner itself checks hard disk for any unnecessary files and gives the option to delete them. Run the clean up scan in performing a disk cleanupor run the complete full service scan to check for other PC issues as well.

Clear Internet browser cache
The clean up scanner handles most frequent types of temporary files, but Internet browser automatically caches, or stores, another type of temporary file while surfing the Internet. Browsers like Internet Explorer save copies of the Web pages visited in order to load these pages faster while visiting those sites next time. Outside of speeding up browsing, still, browser does not require this cache of temporary files in order to operate properly. Since most of the Web sites have large graphics, clearing out browser’s cache can save important hard disk space.

To clear cache in internet explorer
1.) Click the Tools menu, and then click Internet Options.
2.) Select the General tab, and then click Delete Files in the Temporary Internet files section.
3.) In the Delete Files dialog box that appears, select Delete all offline content, and then click OK.

If it’s the first time clearing the cache, or it’s been a long while dumped the cache and the file accumulation is large, deleting these files might take several minutes. When the cache is cleared, click OK to close the Internet Options dialog box.

Remove unused programs
Just because of using a program doesn’t mean it isn’t consuming resources and affecting PC’s performance. Removing unused programs from hard disk is an easy way to maintain system and maximize available hard disk space.

To remove the unwanted programs
1.) Click Start, and then click Control Panel.
2.) In this View, click Add or Remove Programs, then click Remove a program.
3.) Scroll through the list and look at each program. Windows XP lists how often the program is used and what day it was last started.
4.) Click the unwanted programs, and click Change/Remove, and then follow the prompts to uninstall it.

Then restart the computer after removing a program. After the computer is restarted, repeat this process to remove more programs.

Remove the optional Windows components
Remove optional Windows components from PC to free up space. Many components come normal with Windows, but may not use them frequently. Reinstall these components from Windows CD if its not needed later on.

In order to add or remove a Windows component:
1.) Click Start, and then click Control Panel.
2.) In this View, click Add or Remove Programs, then click Add a program.
3.) On the left hand side of the menu, click Add/Remove Windows Components.
4.) Follow the commands in the Windows Components Wizard.

Modify System Restore data
Windows XP provides the option to restore PC to a previous state by manually saving restore information. System Restore continuously monitors PC for changes, like file changes, application changes, or installations. System Restore takes a “snapshot” of PC at a given point of time and then stores each of these snapshots so that it can turn back any changes to a period before experiencing any problems.

These snapshots of whole system take up memory space. Delete older snapshots which are not required in order to clean up hard disk.

To delete System Restore snapshots except for the latest one:
1.) Click Start, point to All Programs, point to Accessories, point to System Tools, and click Disk Cleanup.
2.) Wait till the Disk Cleanup calculates free disk space.
3.) Click the More Options tab, in the System Restore area, and then click Clean up.

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Electronics and Gadgets

Posted on January 25, 2012 by

Electronics is the branch of science, engineering and technology that deals with electrical circuits involving active electrical components such as vacuum tubes, transistors, diodes and integrated circuits, and associated passive interconnection technologies. The nonlinear behaviour of active components and their ability to control electron flows makes amplification of weak signals possible and is usually applied to information and signal processing. Similarly, the ability of electronic devices to act as switches makes digital information processing possible. Interconnection technologies such as circuit boards, electronics packaging technology, and other varied forms of communication infrastructure complete circuit functionality and transform the mixed components into a working system.

A gadget is a small technological object that has a particular function, but is often thought of as a novelty.

Gadgets are invariably considered to be more unusually or cleverly designed than normal technological objects at the time of their invention. Gadgets are sometimes also referred to as gizmos.

Electronics is distinct from electrical and electro mechanical science and technology, which deals with the generation, distribution, switching, storage and conversion of electrical energy to and from other energy forms using wires, motors, generators, batteries, switches, relays, transformers, resistors and other passive components. This distinction started around 1906 with the invention by Lee De Forest of the triode, which made electrical amplification of weak radio signals and audio signals possible with a non-mechanical device. Until 1950 this field was called radio technology because its principal application was the design and theory of radio transmitters, receivers and vacuum tubes.

Today, most electronic devices use semiconductor components to perform electron control. The study of semiconductor devices and related technology is considered a branch of solid state physics, whereas the design and construction of electronic circuits to solve practical problems come under electronics engineering. This article focuses on engineering aspects of electronics.

An electronic component is any physical entity in an electronic system used to affect the electrons or their associated fields in a desired manner consistent with the intended function of the electronic system. Components are generally intended to be connected together, usually by being soldered to a printed circuit board (PCB), to create an electronic circuit with a particular function (for example an amplifier, radio receiver, or oscillator). Components may be packaged singly or in more complex groups as integrated circuits. Some common electronic components are capacitors, inductors, resistors, diodes, transistors, etc. Components are often categorized as active (e.g. transistors and thyristors) or passive (e.g. resistors and capacitors).

Most analog electronic appliances, such as radio receivers, are constructed from combinations of a few types of basic circuits. Analog circuits use a continuous range of voltage as opposed to discrete levels as in digital circuits. The number of different analog circuits so far devised is huge, especially because a circuit can be defined as anything from a single component, to systems containing thousands of components. Analog circuits are sometimes called linear circuits although many nonlinear effects are used in analog circuits such as mixers, modulators, etc. Good examples of analog circuits include vacuum tube and transistor amplifiers, operational amplifiers and oscillators.

One rarely finds modern circuits that are entirely analog. These days analog circuitry may use digital or even microprocessor techniques to improve performance. This type of circuit is usually called mixed signal rather than analog or digital. Sometimes it may be difficult to differentiate between analog and digital circuits as they have elements of both linear and non linear operation. An example is the comparator which takes in a continuous range of voltage but only outputs one of two levels as in a digital circuit. Similarly, an overdriven transistor amplifier can take on the characteristics of a controlled switch having essentially two levels of output.

Digital circuits are electric circuits based on a number of discrete voltage levels. Digital circuits are the most common physical representation of Boolean algebra and are the basis of all digital computers. To most engineers, the terms digital circuit, digital system and logic are interchangeable in the context of digital circuits. Most digital circuits use a binary system with two voltage levels labeled 0 and 1. Often logic 0 will be a lower voltage and referred to as Low while logic 1 is referred to as High. However, some systems use the reverse definition (0 is High) or are current based. Ternary (with three states) logic has been studied, and some prototype computers made. Computers, electronic clocks, and programmable logic controllers are constructed of digital circuits. Digital signal processors are another example.

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Gps Technology

Posted on January 25, 2012 by

Nowadays, nearly every Smartphone comes equipped with a GPS system. GPS stand for a global positioning system, which is used to calculate the place of given objects on a global point. This service works on a satellite or earth station side by side as they calculate the coordinates of the places. Through using a GPS tracking system, you can get the exact location of any unknown area. GPS is an amazing technology as it works on the concept of electromagnetic waves, which is currently the most demanding technology.

GPS was made especially for use in mobile phones. All of the tracking information comes into GPS satellites with the help of satellite technology. As it up links with satellite signals, it provides GPS to catch continue all the signals of the satellites. Smartphones are made with both a transmitter and receiver of these signals.

GPS technology is become ever more important for traveling, communication or in times of war. GPS was first developed by the United States military. GPS systems are also available in some electronic devices known as GPS tracking devices. These devices are made solely for the tracking purpose. As mobile technology continues to grow, more consumers are looking to have GPS installed in their smart phones. GPS works on an impressively fast speed enabling you to search large areas quickly and efficiently, as well as giving you maps and directions. With help of this tracking device, you can access all the information you require on any unknown area.

It also gives you extended information about any unknown place. Nowadays GPS is regarded as an integral part of the latest in Mobile Phone technology. With help of this tracking facility you can track your entire location just by switching on your GPS system on your BlackBerry. Consumers can get a GPS tracking system only if they first purchase a GPS-enabled handset, as GPS system cant be added to a device like other software. A GPS-enabled handset can transmit and receive signals at the same time. GPS can also be exploited, meaning you may end up being spied upon or vice versa. There are legal consequences over this kind of intrusion, which lowers the risk of privacy invasion.

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Computer Hardware and Terminology

Posted on January 25, 2012 by

Computer is said to be the sum of its parts unlike other electronic devices. In case of a television, nobody cares about the make of a picture tube of a particular brand and its specifications. However, in case of computers, a knowledgeable consumer would first enquire about the specifications of its components such as motherboard, processor, hard disk, RAM etc., more than the brand name. Following is the computer hardware and terminology in a nutshell.

Several functions are included in a powerful chip known as a processor or microprocessor. Rolled into a chip, it’s the brain and heart of the computer. Its competence which is specified by its frequency and denoted using gigahertz depends on its speed of processing. It would function in a better way if the speed is higher. Also, there are numerous types of processors, including the 32 and 64 bit processor.

A yardstick of speed is not what bit rate is all about and the larger bit rate means that various computing processes can be performed efficiently by the processor at the same time.

Motherboard is another main item in computer hardware terminology. In other words, it’s the platform where all the other components are fitted in electrically. Over the years, several additional functionalities are slotted on to the motherboard such as graphics card, sound card and networking card. One should make sure that the motherboard is well-matched with other components such as RAM, hard disk and processor.

Computer hardware and terminology comprises of RAM and hard disk as its vital components. There are 2 types of memory in a computer. The memory stored on the hard disk is known as permanent memory and even when the computer is shut down it remains in the disk. On the other hand, once the computer is shut down RAM or random access memory will be off. Functional information while running a computer, like unsaved data and running programs are kept in this memory while the computer is on. The data is saved to the hard disk from RAM once you save a file.

Computer hardware terminology also comprises of a large list of computer peripherals like mouse, keyboard, monitor, CD or DVD writers and drives, speaker and webcams.

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Pc Pandora Promo Code

Posted on January 24, 2012 by

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Intimate Gadgets From Dealextreme

Posted on January 24, 2012 by

 
Throughout a year, there must be a day of vital importance to people. To kids, it might be Christmas Eve for they will receive a bundle of lovely gifts. And to married couples, the day might be wedding anniversary. But to young lovers, the day is Valentines Day. Regretfully, it comes only once in a year and ends before we can enjoy it to our hearts content. Oftentimes I would wonder is it possible for we young lovers to spend everyday as sweet and romantic as we do in Valentines Day. And the answer is yes as long as we keep up the feeling of love on a daily basis. To make it renewed and as fresh as ever, we need to do something and dealextreme does help a lot in this aspect.
 
To coincide with the upcoming Valentines Day in 2011, dealextreme has prepared a wide range of intimate gadgets for young lovers engrossed in passionate love. So lets log on it and check out what magic and curious items has it hold to offer.
 
After logging on the website, you will find it is really all-inclusive. As to intimate gadgets, you can see that there are both items for men and women to boost sexual joy. For example, there are various dildos, anal toys, vibrating body massagers and vagina pumps for girls to fully enjoy the sexual pleasure. All these items are elegantly made and right aimed to stimulate your desire for intimacy and enhance the quality of sexual life. Still, there are also sexy lingerie on offer such as bra sets, sexy wears, fishnets and night gowns. With these items, the bed-time flirting will be less dull and routine and more surprises are going to derive from them.
 
Of course, there are also items for men such as artificial vaginas, penis enlargers, cock rings and erection aids. These items will definitely help improve a mans sexual performance, stimulate his sexual desire and make him more gallant and manly. On the womens part, they can better enjoy it in the process.
 
And moreover, condoms, lubricants and things to smooth the sexual intercourse can be found here on the website as well. If you want something different and are longing for a sexual venture, then cuffs, gags and other items will surly satisfy your needs. All in all, find intimate gadgets on dealextreme.com if you want everyday as sweet and romantic as Valentines Day.

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Computer Training

Posted on January 23, 2012 by

 

Is not the matter of fact that you are working in an organization related to the field of technology or advancement but its becoming a basic necessity for every person who is in the practical field of competition .not matter which type of job you are doing computer skills and knowledge about who to use this machine in simple way is becoming a serious issue. Work in a modern organization cannot be changed without a change in a technology environment and that change drives the need for computer training.

The basic purpose of computer training programs is to guide the people that they can use the computer in their daily routine while doing their jobs and performing their tasks. To accomplish that goal training must be performance oriented and job specific and it must not be expected to stand on its own. The training is basically one of the major tools for an organization through which it gains competent users and cream from the talent.

Computer training classes give professionals an edge in the ever changing business world. New software releases come out yearly and technology changes in an instant. Yesterday’s computer skills are obsolete. Stay ahead of the pack by taking a computer training class.

The ability to use a personal computer and related technologies is rapidly becoming an absolute necessity for employment in virtually every industry. From the retail industry to the manufacturing industry to health care and insurance, computer literacy is becoming an important prerequisite to employment, and those who lack such literacy often find themselves left out in the cold when employment decisions are made. Even many jobs that previously did not require the use of a computer now do, and basic computer training is becoming an absolute necessity for those who need to gain these important skills.


There are of course many important aspects that should be covered in any basic computer training course, including the features and benefits of the Microsoft Windows XP operating system, the use of Internet Explorer, Netscape and competing web browsers, and of course the operation of the computer itself.

It is important for those seeking to update or enhance their job skills to seek out such basic computer training, and to ensure that such training addresses their needs. As computers become more and more a part of our basic lives, the importance of such training is likely to only grow.

 

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Creative Technology

Posted on January 23, 2012 by

History

Creative began as a computer repair shop, where Sim developed an add-on memory board for the Apple II computer. Later, they started creating customized PCs adapted in Chinese. A part of this design included enhanced audio capabilities, so that the device could produce speech and melodies. The success of this audio interface led to the development of a standalone sound card.

In 1987, Creative released a 12-voice sound generator sound card for the IBM PC architecture, the Creative Music System(C/MS), featuring two Philips SAA 1099 chips. Sim personally went from Singapore to Silicon Valley and managed to get RadioShack’s Tandy division to market the product. The card was, however, unsuccessful and lost to AdLib. This card had the Yamaha YM3812 chip (also known as OPL2) that was found on the AdLib card, as well as audio capabilities for playing and recording digital samples. Creative used aggressive marketing strategies, from calling the card a “stereo” component to calling the sound producing micro-controller a “DSP” (for “digital sound processor”), hoping to associate the product with a digital signal processor.

Creative Technology’s Sound Blaster sound card was among the first dedicated audio processing cards to be made widely available to the general consumer. The card soon became a de facto standard for sound cards in PCs for many years, mostly by the fact that it was the first to bundle what is now considered to be a part of a sound card system: digital audio, on-board music synthesizer, MIDI interface and a joystick port. This continued until the 2000s when OEM PCs began to be built with sound boards integrated directly onto the motherboard, and the Sound Blaster found itself reduced to a niche product.

Monaural Sound Blaster cards were introduced in 1989, and stereo cards followed in 1992 (Sound Blaster Pro). Wavetable MIDI was added with the 16-bit Sound Blaster AWE32 and AWE64 with 32 and 64 voices. In 1998, Sound Blaster Live! was the companys first PCI-based sound card. Over the years, the Sound Blaster line has been enhanced to provide 3D audio and home theater quality sound directly from a PC.

Creative dominated the PC audio market and remains unchallenged by a major competitor since the late 1990s which saw a legal tussle between Creative and Aureal Semiconductor. A series of lawsuits was filed by Aureal in 1998 which alleges infringements over various technology patents such as PCI audio and 2D/3D positional sound APIs. Creative responded by counter suing with a series of lawsuits for false advertising and various other claims. Aureal won the case but went bankrupt as a result of legal costs, so its assets were acquired by Creative in September 2000 for US$ 32 million.

In the mid 1990s, Creative’s venture into the CD-ROM market proved to be unsuccessful. Creative was forced to write off nearly US$ 100 million in inventory when the market collapsed due to a flood of cheaper alternatives.

In April 1999, Creative launched the NOMAD line of digital audio players that would later introduce the MuVo and ZEN series of portable media players. Creative remains a serious competitor in the portable audio player market, a market which they dominated until the entry of Apple Computer with the iPod. In November 2004, Creative Labs announced a $ 100 million marketing campaign to promote their digital audio products, including the ZEN range of MP3 players.

Creative applied for U.S. Patent 6,928,433 on January 5, 2001 and was awarded the patent on August 9, 2005. The ZEN Patent was awarded to Creative for the invention of user interface for portable media players. This opened the way for potential legal action against Apple’s iPod and the other competing players. Creative took legal actions against Apple in May 2006. In August, 2006, Creative and Apple entered into a broad settlement, with Apple paying Creative $ 100 million for the license to use the Zen patent. Creative will join the “Made for iPod” program which opens new opportunities for the company.

On March 22, 2005, The Inquirer reported that Creative Labs had agreed to settle in a class action lawsuit that was filed because of the way its Audigy and Extigy soundcards were marketed. Creative has offered customers who purchased the cards up to a $ 62.50 reduction on the cost of their next purchase with Creative, while the lawyers involved in filing the dispute against Creative will receive payment of approximately $ 470,000.

In 2007, Creative voluntarily delisted itself from NASDAQ, which had the symbol of CREAF. Its stocks are now solely on the Singapore Exchange (SGX-ST). In early 2008, Creative Labs’ technical support center, located in Stillwater, Oklahoma, laid off several technical support staff, furthering ongoing concerns surrounding Creative’s financial situation.

In January 2009, Creative generated internet buzz with a mysterious website promising a “stem cell-like” processor which would give a 100-fold increase in supercomputing power over current technology, as well as advances in consumer 3D graphics. At CES 2009, it was revealed to be the ZMS-05 processor from ZiiLABS, a subsidiary formed from the combining of 3DLabs and Creative’s Personal Digital Entertainment division.

Products

Sound Blaster

Main article: Sound Blaster

Creative’s Sound Blaster line is one of the dominant names in the PC audio market. In 1987, the Creative Music System was released as the first audio device from the company. In 1988, the company took the Creative Music System and marketed it at RadioShack as Game Blaster. The following year, 1989, the Sound Blaster 1.0 was released, helped by the perfect compatibility with then market leader Ad Lib, Inc.’s sound card. By 1992, the Sound Blaster had achieved dominance in the market and AdLib filed for bankruptcy. The current revision of the Sound Blaster is known as the Sound Blaster X-Fi. The X-Fi technology can be found in several other Creative devices.

Daniel_K Incident

In late March of 2008, Creative experienced an online public relations backlash in response to a post by the Vice President of Corporate Communications, Phil O’Shaughnessy. In a message posted to the Creative public discussion forums, O’Shaughnessy requested that a user named “Daniel_K” cease distributing modified versions of the drivers for Creative hardware. Daniel_K, a well-known member of the Creative community, modified official Sound Blaster drivers in order to allow compatibility on Windows Vista. O’Shaughnessy took particular issue with the fact that the modified drivers “run on other products for which they are not intended” as well as the fact that Daniel_K was soliciting donations from users in return for his time spent working on them. In addition, Creative requested that Daniel_K respect Creative’s “legal rights in this matter”.

ZEN and MuVo Branded Portable Media Devices

Main article: Creative ZEN

Main article: Creative MuVo

The Creative ZEN was released in 2007.

The Creative ZEN name is used in a range of handheld media devices by the company. They are the successor to the NOMAD line of players. The line has won several awards, including three CES Best of Show awards, in 2004 with the Creative ZEN Portable Media Center, 2005 with the ZEN MicroPhoto , and 2006 with the ZEN Vision:M. The company uses MuVo branding for its smaller, flash-based devices.

Vado Video Cameras

While already a vendor of webcams for PCs and laptops, in May 2008, Creative announced the unveiling of its Vado video camera. The Vado video camera is a handheld device designed with portability in mind. Its direct competitor is the Flip Mini. In December 2008, Creative announced a HD version of the Vado, the Vado HD. This camera was among the first portable high-definition cameras. The Vado HD received an 89 rating from PCWorld, 4/5 stars and an Editors Choice award from PC Magazine, and generally favorable reviews from users on Amazon.

MediaSource

Creative MediaSource comes included with certain Creative products, such as Sound Blaster, MuVo, and Creative Zen. The software is mainly used as a method to sync and transfer digital media. The latest version is always available as a free download from the official website, but installation requires a Creative product (such as a Sound Blaster or Creative Zen) to be connected. The software is usually bundled with audio and video converters, as well as ZENcast, a podcast organizer. Features from previous version are sometimes removed by upgrades, such as the recent removal of the mp3 codec.

Other Products

Gaming sound systems

Web cameras

Prodikeys, a computer keyboard-musical keyboard combination

Optical mice and keyboards

Headphones, including a Fatal1ty branded one

Computer speakers

E-dictionary (Chinese language)

Discontinued Products

CD and DVD players, drives, and controller cards

Graphics cards

See also

Creative Labs office in Milpitas, California

AdLib

Ensoniq

E-mu Systems

Environmental audio extensions

Yamaha

Divisions and brands

Cambridge SoundWorks

Creative MuVo

Creative NOMAD

Creative ZEN

Sound Blaster

SoundFont

Sensaura

ZiiLABS, formerly 3dlabs

References

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^ http://www.hoovers.com/company/Creative_Technology_Ltd/ctkjji-1.html

^ Graham, Jefferson (2004-06-28). “Creative’s name describes CEO”. USA Today. http://www.usatoday.com/money/industries/technology/2004-06-28-sim_x.htm. Retrieved 2008-03-31. 

^ Timeline of Creative vs Aureal lawsuits

^ Seno N. Alexandra, “Creative’s Genius”, Asiaweek article, September 2000

^ The Register “Creative declares war on iPod”, 18 November 2004

^ Press Release, “Creative Awarded U.S. Patent On Its Invention Of User Interface For Portable Media Players”, 30 August 2005

^ Press Release, “Apple & Creative Announce Broad Settlement Ending Legal Disputes Between the Companies”

^ Burns, Simon (2005-03-22). “Creative Labs owes you $ 62″. The Inquirer. http://www.theinquirer.net/en/inquirer/news/2005/03/22/creative-labs-owes-you-62. Retrieved 2008-03-02. 

^ Creative (2007-09-04). “Creative Technology Announces Completion of Its Voluntary Delisting from Nasdaq – Company’s Sole Exchange Listing Now On the SGX-ST”. Press release. http://creative.com/corporate/pressroom/releases/welcome.asp?pid=12796. Retrieved 2008-01-01. 

^ http://www.engadget.com/2008/12/26/creatives-zii-stemcell-computing-is-not-likely-to-be-awesome/

^ http://www.engadget.com/2009/01/08/creative-unveils-zii/

^ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AdLib#Bankruptcy

^ Hruska, Joel (2008-03-31). “Creative irate after modder spruces up Vista X-Fi drivers”. Ars Technica. http://arstechnica.com/news.ars/post/20080331-creative-irate-after-modder-spruces-up-vista-x-fi-drivers.html. Retrieved 2008-03-31. 

^ Walters, Chris (2008-03-31). “Creative Sparks Customer Revolt When It Tries To Silence Third-Party Programmer”. The Consumerist. http://consumerist.com/373901/creative-sparks-customer-revolt-when-it-tries-to-silence-third+party-programmer. Retrieved 2008-04-01. 

^ http://www.creative.com/corporate/pressroom/releases/welcome.asp?pid=12013

^ http://www.creative.com/corporate/pressroom/releases/welcome.asp?pid=11929

^ http://www.cnet.com/4520-11405_1-6398234-1.html

^ http://sg.creative.com/corporate/pressroom/releases/welcome.asp?pid=12932

^ http://sg.creative.com/corporate/pressroom/releases/welcome.asp?pid=13031

^ http://www.pcworld.com/reviews/product/43998/review/vado_hd_pocket_video_cam.html

^ http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2336708,00.asp

^ http://www.amazon.com/Creative-Labs-Camcorder-Storage-Digital/product-reviews/B001LK8P14/ref=sr_1_1_cm_cr_acr_txt?ie=UTF8&showViewpoints=1

External links

Official Creative site

Nothing But Creative

myCreative Fansite

EpiZENter

Creative Open Source site

Yahoo! – Creative Technology Ltd. Company Profile

Inquirer Lawsuit article

Message to Daniel_K from Creative’s VP of Corporate Communications

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