SVA Sophomore Portfolio 2015

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The central processor of a computer is also known as the CPU, or "central processin g unit." This p rocessor handles all the basic system instructions, such as processing mouse and keyboard input and r u nning a pplications. Most desktop computers c ontain a C.P.U developed by either Intel or AMD, which use the x86 processor a rchitecture. Mobile de vic es, such as laptops and tablets may use Intel an d AMD C.P.Us, but can also use specific mobile proces sor(s) develope d by companies like Apple.

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found on the back of older PCs connector (DB-25) interfaces. The parallel port is sometimes original parallel port printer port because the printer is the device most commonly attached to the parallel port. The latest parallel port standard, which supports

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Short for “quick response” code) is a type of barcode that contains a matrix of dots. It can be scanned using a QR scanner or a smartphone with built-in camera. Once scanned,

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There are two types of buses that carry data to and from a computer's CPU. They are the frontside bus and backside bus. Surprisingly, there is no correlation between these and the backside and frontside airs that snowboarders talk about. While the frontside bus carries data between... the CPU and memory, the backside bus transfers data to and from the computer's secondary cache.

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A nybble, sometimes spelled "nibble," is a set of four bits. Since there are eight bits in a byte, a nybble is half of one byte. While it may take the average person several nibbles to equal one bite of a cookie, in the computer world, two nybbles always equal one byte.

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Stands for “Composite Theoretical Performance.” CTP is used to measure the performance of computer processors. The values returned by CTP calculations are used for benchmarking purposes, which compare the performance of different processors. For example, Intel and AMD use CTP calculations to measure how many millions of theoretical operations per second (MTOPS) their processors can perform. An Intel, which runs at 2.13 GHz, has a CTP of 7100 MTOPs, while an AMD Opteron 146, which runs at 2.0 GHz, has a CTP of 7168 MTOPS.

As seen in the example above, faster processor speeds do not always result in a higher CTP. Other considerations, such as the processor’s architecture and the speed of the frontside bus also affect the overall performance. CTP is useful for comparing different brands of processors, as well as comparing different models of processors made by the same company. With quad processors becoming more prevalent, CTP is now also being used to measure the performance increase when multiple processors are used together.

CTP also stands for “Computer to Plate.” This is a process where printing plates are made without using costly film. Instead, the images are sent directly to the plate from the computer.

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Then data is transferred over a communications medium, such as the Internet average transfer speed is often described as throughput. This measurement information, such as packet headers and other data that is included in the packets that are retransmitted because of network conflicts or errors. Goodput,

the throughput of the original data.

the throughput of the original data.

Goodput can be calculated by dividing the size of a transmitted file by the time it takes to transfer the file. Since calculation does not include the additional information that is transferred between systems, the goodput measurewill always be less than or equal to the throughput. For example, the maximum transmission unit MTU of an Ether-

Goodput can be calculated by dividing the size of a transmitted file by the time it takes to transfer the file. Since this calculation does not include the additional information that is transferred between systems, the goodput measurement will always be less than or equal to the throughput. For example, the maximum transmission unit MTU of an Ether

eSATA

Stands for “External Serial Advanced Technology Attachment.” eSATA is a variation of the SATA interface that supports external storage devices. It was standardized in 2004 and uses the same pins and same protocols as internal SATA. However, it provides a slightly different, more rugged connector. The eSATA standard also supports a cable length of two meters compared to the one meter cable length supported by SATA.

ESince eSATA uses the same protocols as SATA, an eSATA drive offers the same high-speed data transfer rates as and internal SATA drive. For example, an eSATA 3.0 drive can transfer data at 6 Gbps or 4.8 Gbps, taking into account the data encoding process. This is significantly faster than Firewire 800 (800 Mbps) and USB 2.0 (480 Mbps) and is on par with USB 3.0 (5 Gbps).

SBecause eSATA offers such fast transfer rates, it has been a popular external hard drive interface used by video editors, audio producers, and other media professionals. While eSATA is one of the fastest interfaces available, it is surpassed by both Thunderbolt (10 Gbps) and Thunderbolt 2.0 (20 Gbps), which are alternatives to eSATA.

AUnlike Firewire, USB, and Thunderbolt, the eSATA interface does not provide power to connected devices. Therefore, all drives connected via eSATA must include a separate power connector to provide electricity to the device. A variation of eSATA, called eSATAp or eSATA USB Hybrid Port (EUHP), combines four USB pins and two 12-volt power pins into the eSATA connector. An eSATAp port supports both eSATA and USB connectors. It allows connected devices to draw power from the computer’s power supply, eliminating the need for a separate power cable.

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It is used to protect and prevent errors in hard drives. The SMART technology basically monitors and analyzes hard drives (hence the name), then checks the health of your hard drive and lets you know if there are any problems. The main purpose of SMART is to keep your hard drive running smoothly and prevent it from crashing.

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NVRAM

Stands for “Non-Volatile Random Access Memory.” NVRAM is a type of RAM that retains data after the host device’s power is turned off. Two common types of NVRAM include SRAM and EEPROM.

SRAM (pronounced “s-ram”) retains data by using an alternative source of power such as a battery. SRAM is often used to store computer hardware settings that need to be maintained when the computer is shut down. Common examples include the BIOS settings on Windows computers or the PRAM settings on Macintosh systems. Since SRAM typically uses a battery to retain memory, if the battery dies or is disconnected, the data stored in the SRAM will be lost. Therefore, if BIOS or PRAM settings are not retained.

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Active-matrix is a technology used in LCD displays, such as laptop screens, flat screen monitors. It uses a matrix of thin film transistors (TFTs) capacitors to control the image produced by the display. The brighteach pixel is controlled by modifying the electrical charge of the corresponding capacitors. Each pixel’s color is controlled by altering charge of individual capacitors that emit red, green, and blue (RGB) light.The term “active-matrix” refers to the active nature of the capacin the display. Unlike a passive-matrix display, which must charge rows of wires to alter individual pixels, an active-matrix display control each pixel directly. This results in a significantly faster response time, meaning the pixels can change state much more rapidly. In

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active-matrix monitor can display motion and fast-moving images more than a passive-matrix display can. The fast switching of TFTs also prevents the “ghosting” of the cursor that is common on passive-matrix screens.Since active-matrix technology provides individual control of pixel, active-matrix screens typically exhibit more even brightness color across the screen than passive-matrix displays. Because of the multiple advantages of active-matrix technology, most modern computer monitors, laptop screens, and LCD televisions use active-matrix screens. for “Arithmetic Logic Unit.” An ALU is an integrated circuit within or GPU that performs arithmetic and logic operations. Arithmetic instructions include addition, subtraction, and shifting operations, while instructions include boolean comparisons, such as AND, OR, XOR, operations.ALUs are designed to perform integer calculations. Therefore, besides adding and subtracting numbers, ALUs often handle the multiplication of two integers, since the result is also an integer. HowALUs typically do not perform division operations, since the result a fraction, or a “floating point” number. Instead, division oper-

for "Plastic Pin Grid (not the Pretty People Association). PPGA is processor design or factor" used by the Intel processor. The design the heat generated by the dissipate more quickly. enables the processor to transistors and run at speeds without burning a the side of your comput-

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A Molex connector is a common type of connector used to power internal computer components. The name comes from the Molex Connector Company, which pioneered the two-piece electrical connectors that became standard in computers and other elec tronics.

Since Molex makes dozens of different connectors, there is no single connector tech nically called a “Molex con nector.” However, the term “Molex connector” has become a generic way to describe the Molex 4-pin 8981 power connector used to power hard drives, optical drives, and other storage devices. It contains four pins (colored yellow, black, black, and red) encased in a white plastic connector. The connector snaps into a recep tacle attached to the power supply and locks into place, ensuring a reliable connec tion. The 8981 connector’s simple and inexpensive de sign helped it become the standard power connector in desktop computers for sever al decades.

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The following drawings are all reproduced figure studies from the great masters. Although a very time-consuming personal project, the process allowed me to understand more about the techniques, workflow, style, etc. of these legendary artists.

Stands for “Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor.” This technology is typically used in making transistors. The “complementary” part of the term unfortunately does not mean these semiconductors are free. Instead, it refers to how they produce either a positive or negative charge. Because CMOS-based transistors only use one charge at a time, they run efficiently, using up very little power. This is because the charges can stay in one state for a long period of time, allowing the transistor to use little or no power except when needed. Because of their wonderful efficiency, processors that use CMOS-based transistors can run at extremely high speeds without getting too hot and going up in flames. You may also find CMOS memory in your computer, which holds the date and time and

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CRT Stands for “Cathode Ray Tube.” CRT is the technology used in traditional computer monitors and televisions. The image on a CRT display is created by firing electrons from the back of the tube to phosphors located towards the front of the display. Once the electrons hit the phosphors, they light up and are projected on the screen. The color you see on the screen is produced by a blend of red, blue, and green light, often referred to as RGB.

This interface is found on the back of older PCs and is used for connecting external devices such as printers or a scanners. It uses a 25-pin connector (DB-25) and is rather large compared to most new interfaces. The parallel port is sometimes called a Centronics interface, since Centronics was the company that designed the original parallel port standard. It is sometimes also referred to as a printer port because the printer is the device most commonly attached to the parallel port.

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“Brownstein, when not working on Portlandia, leads a double life as the former frontwoman for Slater-Kinney and currently Wild Flag. She gives maybe her most memorable performance as the new frontwoman of a band born in a PTA meeting: The Defiance of Anthropomorphic Sea-Mammals.

“The Defiance band doesn’t resonate with the kids (maybe it had to do with Michelle screaming lyrics like “I wanna die” or “Everybody leaves me.”) Squiggleman, however, wows the crowd, though surprisingly, the music morphs from a playful child-friendly set to something that sounds like Barney on acid.” - New York Times

“Knowing but not pretentious, snarky but not sneering, Portlandia succeeds both as farce and as faithful representation of a population for whom the dream—of the '90s or anything else, for that matter—is still alive.”

Are nerds cool? No. Not the real ones, anyway. That’s the gist of the opening public service announcement, “The More You Nerd…” on this week s episode of Portlandia. We couldn’t help but think that that the PSA was directed at the Zooey Dechanels of the world: A hipster in a cute polka-dotted dress and oversized eyeglasses talks to a bartender about her love of comic books and video games; she self-identifies as a nerd. But the guy on the next barstool takes over the spot and teaches the television audience about the differences between a faux nerd and the real deal (which he is). He explains that real nerds have to wear the glasses to see, and that “a real nerd is ashamed to call himself a nerd.” Once again, Portlandia takes aim at pop culture and fires a direct hit. We love you Zooey, and your adora-dorky persona, but you’re waaaay to cool to be a nerd.)

The PSA was one of the highlights of the episode, which, unfortunately had several skits that fell flat. What didn t work for us this week? How about a comedy night at Women & Women First Bookstore that forgot the funny? We love Candice and Toni, but their stand-up acts were really lame, even Toni’s half-hearted attempt at channeling a feminist version of Gallagher There was DMV fairytale sketch that went on too long and not enough Chloë Sevigny in the episode. The Portland Milk Advisory Board skits, which have been running through each of this season s episodes, don’t have sting or zing—who cares if they recommend cashew milk or raw cow s milk? (The Mother s Son deodorant commercial from earlier this season worked so much better because Fred Armisen and Carrie Brownstein took it a step further and pitched us a product so natural…it stinks.)

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“A fascinating mock ethnography.” -Wired