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Smart Windows, 2002.
A technical discussion of electrochromic windows.
3,150 words (approx. 12.6 pages), 12 sources, $ 111.95
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Technical discussion of electrochromic windows. Their solar-optical properties and commercial and residential applications in the U.S. Energy and glare control. Advantages of energy conservation, cost and performance over ordinary windows. Architectural and technical concerns. Manufacture. Suppliers and markets. Installation and maintenance. Technical details; how electrochromic windows work. Diagrams.
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"Switchable Windows: The Product
Introduction: Fenestration
Department of Energy (DOE) energy performance simulations revealed that prototype electrochromic windows with solar.optical properties that are achievable today meet cost.effectiveness criteria marginally for commercial and residential applications throughout the U.S [1].
According to the U.S. Department of Energy, needless expenditure on energy costs amounts to more than $20 billion a year. Unfortunately, most people are unaware that they have alternatives, in the form of more energy.efficient windows and other fenestration products. Electrochromic windows can control the amount of daylight and solar heat gain through the windows of buildings and vehicles. The ability to control these parameters using an ..."
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Windows 98 vs. Windows CE, 2001.
A technical comparison & contrast between Microsoft Windows 98 & Windows CE operating systems.
1,430 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 47.95
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This paper compares and contrasts the Microsoft Windows operating systems: Windows 98 and Windows CE. It describes the key features of each, the system requirements, installation requirements, history, and hardware/software supported.
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"The introduction of Windows 98 was low key compared to Windows 95. Many corporate IM departments stuck with Windows 95 rather then going to Windows 98 because the cost of upgrading outweighed the advantage of Windows 98. Those that upgraded to Windows 98 appreciated and liked the many new features and especially Windows 98 SE (Second Edition) version. Many users that had Windows 98 upgraded to the second edition because of new built-in features and the low cost of the upgrade."
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The Evolution Of Windows, 2002.
This paper details the progression of the Windows 3.1 operating system to Windows 95 to NT 4.0.
1,650 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 5 sources, $ 62.95
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This paper details the progression of the Windows 3.1 operating system to Windows 95 to NT 4.0. Windows 3.1 is first discussed, along with a description of its advantages over both the previous operating system, DOS (Disk Operating System) as well as previous versions of Windows. The limitations of the OS are also discussed to explain the natural progression to Windows 95, a far more powerful OS. The development of Windows NT 4.0, a major milestone in the evolution of the operating system in corporate and network environments, is discussed along with its necessity in the market. Sources.
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Microsoft Windows Server 2003, 2005.
This paper discusses the Windows Server 2003, which is the fastest, most dependable, most secure Windows OS ever developed by Microsoft.
2,240 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 69.95
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This paper explains that the Windows Server 2003 Operating System (OS) uses the most important features of Windows 2000 Server technology but makes it simpler to install, manage and use, resulting in an extremely high productive infrastructure, which aids in making the network a strategic asset for an organization. The author points out that Microsoft has enhanced and extended Windows Server OS by including the advantages of 'Microsoft NET' for linking up people, systems and devices. The paper relates that the Active Directory, the integrated, distributed directory service that comes with Microsoft Windows Server 2003, helps the administrator of the organization add a user to Active Directory by means of a single entry, permits remote access to the network, enables the identical user account for exchange messaging and co-ordinates the same user with database access for accounting, client relationship management or other applications.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Feature Enhancements of Windows Server 2003
Benefits Accruing to the Organization Running Windows Server 2003
Active Directory
Features of Active Directory
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"The impact of the defunct action is reversible, and it does not purge schema objects from the database, but instead "takes them out of order." such that it is possible to reuse them. The schema re-define is enabled at the Windows Server 2003 forest functional level. Apart from that, adding new attributes to the global catalogue does not cause GCs to perform full synchronization like it used to. Windows Sever 2003 replicates only added attributes between Windows Server 2003 domain controllers. It will again do a full synchronization when the destination is a Windows 2000 DC. However, the biggest change in case of Applications in Windows Server 2003 Active Directory is the capability to create Application Partitions which are basically partitions in Active Directory similar to other partitions (Domain, Configuration, Schema), however can be created on any DC in the forest and duplicated to any other DC in the forest by choice."
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Windows XP, 2005.
This paper discusses Windows XP, the latest of all the Windows operating systems, which are popular with PC users worldwide.
2,165 words (approx. 8.7 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 67.95
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This paper explains that Windows XP is a robust, stable and secure operating system compared to other modern day operating systems. The enhancements to the kernel from the previous versions and the totally new client server-based structure have given added stability to the operating system. The author points out that the drastic improvement in memory management features compensates for the slowing effect on the system performance because of the micro-kernel based architecture. The paper relates that the dynamic paged pool and constant defragmentation have contributed to improved handling of the virtual memory resulting in considerable speeding up of process execution.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Memory Management
Process Manager
Device Manager
File Manager
Security
Major Performance Enhancements (Windows XP)
Conclusion
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"Virtual memory refers to the use of hard disk space as part of the memory. Applications are supplied with more memory area than the computer could manage at any given moment of time. The Virtual memory manager jumps into action whenever an application tries to access a page that is currently not available within the physical RAM. The Virtual Memory manager in Windows XP uses the concept of paging to handle this task. Virtual address space is neatly divided into units called pages and the transfers between memory and disk are always carried out in units of a page. Only parts of the program that are currently needed by the application are stored in the RAM and the rest are stored in a page file. A page fault is said to occur when an application tries to access parts of the program, which are currently not in the physical RAM. In a real timesharing situation processes are switched back and forth between main memory and disk and the process is referred to as swapping."
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Windows XP, 2006.
A guide for users who are considering upgrading to Windows XP about the advantages of such a move.
1,734 words (approx. 6.9 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 56.95
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This paper discusses the improvements made by Microsoft in their new package called Windows XP. It explains that Windows XP is one of the most reliable operating systems ever released and it also offers an unprecedented level of conviviality thanks to a user friendly interface that includes smart enhancements to adapt the system to the way users work.
Introduction
Reason for Moving to Windows XP Professional
Key features of Windows XP Professional
Conclusion
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"Windows XP is also the operating system release that unifies the Microsoft range, with all the desktop versions now built on the NT/2000 code base rather than the shakier foundation of Windows 95, 98, and ME. That makes XP a great upgrade for users of the now-obsolete 9x and ME line, but for those already on Windows 2000 Professional it is a closer call. Despite the similar name, there is no special synergy between Windows XP and Office XP, which works fine on Windows 2000. XP certainly looks different, with rounded window corners, larger and more detailed icons, and a clean-look desktop that on first installation shows only the taskbar and Recycle Bin. XP is also more customizable than earlier versions of Windows, and includes visual themes that let you change the whole appearance of Windows in an instant."
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Windows 2000, 2001.
This paper analyzes Windows 2000, its features and advantages.
1,215 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 41.95
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This paper details Microsoft Windows 2000 and its primary features. It compares it to Windows NT and Windows 98. It discusses the main services that this operating system provides. It details the type of memory used, its security features, and its processing scheduling algorithm. It also includes a chart detailing the Operating System Service Design.
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"The Windows NT was crafted to be a reliable and secure than Windows 9x. The Windows 2000, Microsoft?s aimed at merging the two versions of Windows- Windows 9x?s and Windows NT- into a single product with a versatile interface and twin characteristics: ?Stability, Scalability, and Security (2) ? and ?Heavy-duty Internet and Intranet for Office use (2).? The Windows 2000 comes in four flavors: Professional, Server, and Advance Server and, Datacenter. The capsules below, presents Services, Memory management, Security, and Processor Scheduling Algorithm for Windows 2000. "
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UNIX vs Windows NT, 2006.
The paper discusses the argument concerning the UNIX or Windows NT operating system.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 4 sources, $ 26.95
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The paper explains that the argument over the decision regarding the installation and deployment of the UNIX or Windows NT operating system (OS), while currently irrelevant in the sense that Windows NT has largely been supplanted by Windows Server 2003 and its various incarnations, is still debated in many corporate back offices. The paper discusses how this debate is still a valid argument, considering UNIX is regularly employed in corporate and large enterprise settings and Windows NT, while no longer updated by Microsoft, is also still in use in many corporate settings. This is because of its positive attributes that made it attractive when it was first released.
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Windows File Systems, 2006.
An overview of the various file systems provided by Windows NT 5.x.
991 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 35.95
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This paper examines how Windows 2000, XP and Server 2003, collectively referred to as Windows NT 5.x support a limited number of file systems, each having a specific purpose. It looks at how Windows NT 5.x provides all the basic file system services expected of a modern operating system through its small set of general-purpose and specialized file systems.
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"NTFS is a modern general-purpose file system. It supports journaling, in order to more quickly restore the file system to a consistent state after an incorrect shutdown. (AlistairMcMillan, et. al. 2005) NTFS has robust metadata support, with a built-in ability to add new file attributes, which Microsoft has used to add features such as DFS indexing, which was not originally intended as a feature of NTFS. One use of this metadata is the file ownership and permissions model used on Windows NT 5.x. File ownership and access control permissions are stored as file metadata. These access control lists, or ACLs can express a sophisticated set of permissions, based on listing which users and groups of users have permission to perform certain actions on a file. Available actions include reading the data in the file, modifying the file and executing it, if it is a program. NTFS has alternate data streams to support multi-part files such as the split resource fork and data fork used on Mac OS."
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Solaris vs. Windows 2000, 2004.
A comparative essay on the similarities and differences between Solaris and Windows 2000 operating systems.
2,950 words (approx. 11.8 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 87.95
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This paper discusses the operating systems, Solaris and Windows 2000, both options chosen by many people as server operating systems. The paper explains that, while intended to serve the same purpose, these are far from being copycat versions of the same operating system packaged and marketed by different corporations. Both systems will host various types of networks, but on Windows, components interact at a very low level, while on Solaris, components interact at a much higher level. With Solaris converting its licensing terms to open source, Windows remains a far more expensive and inferior choice for many reasons, which are detailed in this comparative and informative paper.
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"Solaris and Windows 2000 server are both popular server operating systems, however, it would be difficult for two systems to be more different. Solaris is the product of combining Berkeley Software Distribution and AT&T System V Unix. Windows 2000 is an evolved version of Windows NT, which contains technologies from DOS and OS/2, with some inspiration from VMS. Both systems are suitable for hosting various types of network services including web, print, file and database applications. Windows is a tightly integrated system which allows components to share data and interact at a very low level. Solaris is highly modular; components interact at a much higher level by passing data as plain text. Windows has several different ways of abstracting hardware configuration and system configuration. Solaris uses human-readable plain text files for configuration and represents hardware devices as files."
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Unix and Windows 2000, 2002.
A discussion of the Unix and Windows 2000 Operating Systems and how they support how distributed processing.
1,463 words (approx. 5.9 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 48.95
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This paper provides an insight into Unix and Windows 2000, both operating systems that allow distributed data processing. Distributed processing is quite different from the multiprocessor systems in that in a distributed process management system the computers have their own memory and are relatively autonomous. It examines how the Unix Operating System has Satellite processors, Newcastle Distributed System and the Transparent Distributed system models for implementing distributed processing services while Windows 2000 is managed by the Windows Registry and the Active directory tools.
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"In Windows 2000 the Active Directory service constitutes the main core of the network objects management. It uses the Domain Name System standard for naming the domains in the hierarchical structure. The Active Directory is the central network resource management tool. This is different from Windows NT where the SAM assumed more importance. The Active Directory has all the information regarding the network objects. In windows 2000 any object like a network site or a workstation, printers, groups and any other resources that are to be shared is a network object. The Active directory database maintains all the entries pertaining to the various network objects classified into separate domains to restrict their access privileges to the respective domains. The Active directory ensures the efficient distribution of system resources while at the same time it provides the necessary security against unauthorized access of network resources."
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Paging Within Windows NT, 2004.
An introduction to the memory management aspects of the Microsoft Windows NT operating system.
4,466 words (approx. 17.9 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 116.95
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This paper examines how Microsoft Windows NT has the responsibility of distributing the available memory between applications or processes effectively, as well a number of other functions. It covers the areas of virtual memory, virtual addressing, paging and user modes as well as other relevant issues related to these areas. The main focus is on the issues regarding paging and how that fits into the operating system.
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Introduction
What is an Operating System?
Windows NT Design Goals
Main Features of Windows NT
Virtual Memory
Virtual Addressing
Memory Management
Paging
Working Sets
Page Table
Translation Lookaside Buffer
Policies
Page Frame Database
User Modes
Section Objects, Views and Mapped Files
Memory Protection
Summary
Bibliography
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"Modern personal computers are multi-user, multitasking systems. A user is no longer forced to wait for a given process to complete before attempting to start the next process. With the introduction of time slicing, the Central Processing Unit (CPU) of the computer can have its time divided up and shared between numbers of different processes. However the concept of multitasking brings with it the problems associated with managing the computer?s memory. The operating system, in the case of this report, Microsoft Windows NT has the responsibility of distributing the available memory between applications or processes effectively, as well a number of other functions."
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Microsoft Windows Vista, 2007.
This paper analyzes the Microsoft Windows Vista operating system.
869 words (approx. 3.5 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 30.95
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The paper provides a background of the Microsoft Windows Vista operating system development. This includes when it was developed, how the development process was managed and what needs this specific operating system was developed to address in the information technologies market. The paper relates that the core technologies and the enhancements focused on security make this operating system highly unique.
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Background of Windows Vista Development
Microsoft Windows Vista Key Differentiators
Summary
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"Originally announced as Longhorn by Microsoft (et.al.) on July 22, 2005 to journalists and analysts it was released to public distribution use by hardware OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturers) and the general public on January 230, 2007. This is the longest period of time between operating systems releases in the history of Microsoft. There are many factors that contributed to the re-inventing of Longhorn to Microsoft Vista; chief among them was the rapid rise of security as critical unmet needs across all target markets for this operating system. Microsoft's chairman and CEO Bill Gates announced the Trustworthy Computing Initiative in early 2002 which was the direct result of the security shortcomings in Windows XP Professional, XP Home, and previous generation client and server operating systems."
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Linux vs. Windows, 2002.
Discusses the monopoly Microsoft Windows has in the IT world and shows the alternative of utilizing LINUX, which gives users greater control of their software environment
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 3 sources, $ 35.95
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In the world of business computing, there is really only one product line used to manage software - Microsoft Windows. In all its variations, the Windows line of operating systems, back end servers, IT management applications and other software products have gained the lion's share of business in these arenas. While Apple Computer has recently introduced a back-office solution in the servers and apps arena (Apple's xServe and OS X - which is a Unix based OS), IBM has long had similar products in both hardware and software (OS/2), neither has really gained much more than a toe-hold into the business-software world. Microsoft, truly, is the monopolistic giant that it has made itself into. However, as the world has been flocking to the Microsoft picnic, a significant number of guests have become upset with the limitations and rules that Microsoft has set forth regarding its software. For those people, LINUX, a free-ware Unix-based operating system that has no usage rules, no licensing agreements,and no restrictions. For these companies, the ability to completely control their software environment using a highly stable platform and one in which they do not have to invest is a major draw.
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Windows Operating Systems, 2007.
An analysis of networking using Windows' operating systems.
1,238 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 42.95
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The paper examines the evolution of operating systems in their support of a multitude of networking protocols. The paper focuses on the wide variation in hardware and software products, components, applications, and tools. This paper includes an overview of basic networking principles and progresses, through an analysis of Microsoft-specific networking alternatives present in Microsoft Windows Server 2000 and Windows XP Professional Server. The paper analyzes Microsoft's approach to implementing the transmission control protocol/Internet protocol (TCP/IP).
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TCP/IP in Microsoft's Networking Strategy
Why TCP/IP Is the De Facto Standard for Networking
Figure 1: The OSI Model
Integration Strategies using the Microsoft Operating Systems
Connecting with Novell
Summary
References
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"Microsoft's' en masse adoption of TCP/IP as their de factor networking protocol was necessary due to the following reasons. First, the need for device independence at the router, hub, and switch level of networks forced the need for a standard soon after networking began to grow in popularity in government and education sectors. Second, the requirement of having a standardized addressing method was critical so what has turned into the IP address of systems could be recognized through the many different networks. This standardization applies to the definition of IP addressing, IP Address classes, and subnet masking conventions."
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