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As Internet connections become more permanent with broadband access, software will be able to evolve into a more efficient and personalized medium. Currently, most software run from our hard drives and require installations that alter our system configurations, many times slowing down our computers. Because software occupies space and processing power, there is a limited amount of software that can run in our PCs. On the business side, current software systems require many companies to produce a system of distribution (Compac Discs), customer support, and is usually not compatible with all customers, thus limiting its customer base further.

A software evolution is ocurring and it is going to benefit both customers and businesses immensly. Software will no longer come as a packet that needs to be installed on a PC, but rather it will be completely Web based. Web based software will become the default way of reaching customers. Customers will have advantages such as, using unlimited amount of software, using applications regardless of where the person is or which computer he/she is using, software can be personalized and upgraded to meet specific needs to each individual. Businesses will be able to, reduce costs, reach a larger customer pool, taylor its software to diverse markets, repair bugs more rapidly and easily, understand its customer and the way they use their software, etc.

In order for this software revolution to occur in whole, there needs to be a central point. Like Miscrosoft’s DOS in the 80’s, which became the standard choice of operating system to centralize and organize our computer operations, there needs to be an online operating system. As of now, Microsoft has built an empire because of its vision and their dominance in the OS market. However, now there is a window of opportunity to take a large chunk of that empire and possibly eliminate Microsoft’s monopoly of the Operating System. While there are many companies and organizations (Apple, Linux, Lindows) out there trying to take a bite out of Microsoft by competing on the same turf, PC users are accostumed to Windows and will most likely not switch. The opportunity to eliminate this monopoly is to create an Online Operating System. PC users will inevitably move completely online.

An Online Operating System will be the central point of every user in the future. There are online companies who have an inside advantage to this, such as Yahoo!, Google, and AOL, but it can be anyone’s medal, even to a fairly unknown competitor, as was Microsoft when they introduced DOS to the world. In this new concept of Operating System, there can be a larger space of diversity and can be shared by more companies, unlike the current status.

Rafael Sosa has been in forefront of e-business development and digitizing of documents in Puerto Rico. For the past 5 years, he has worked extensively in the construction of websites and internet systems through the integration of an efficient international team. His articles can be found at www.WebArticles.com/

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An article by Joseph Moran suggests that it’s been a long time coming, but it looks as if the new version of Microsoft Windows is finally just over the horizon. Microsoft’s long-awaited and oft-delayed next-generation operating system Windows Vista, is due to go on sale late this year or early in 2007.

What’s New :

Since Vista is still in beta, many of it’s features are still evolving, and exactly which ones make it into which version of the product is also somewhat still up in the air.

Productivity :

Perhaps the most talked-about aspect of Windows Vista is it’s revamped user interface, dubbed Aero. Aero’s features which will vary depending on the graphics hardware your computer has include a host of attractive visual effects like windows with translucent menu bars. Vista includes other interface improvements as well, like the ability to see thumbnails of your open application windows when you put the cursor over Taskbar items or switch between programs using the Alt+Tab keys.

Vista’s Start menu has also been overhauled and simplified so things are easier to find, and it no longer uses the word “Start”. Searching your system has also been greatly improved in Vista. It’s now highly integrated into the operating system, and you can much more easily search by keyword. You can also save your search results for later reference.

Security :

Most people would agree that keeping a Windows system protected from online threats is a major headache, so Vista incorporates a number of improved security features designed to allay those concerns. Vista’s built-in firewall, for example, can monitor both outgoing and incoming network traffic, and Internet Explorer 7 adds a host of security improvements.Vista also includes a utility called Windows Defender to guard your system against spyware (though not viruses), and BitLocker, which can encrypt an entire hard disk to safeguard data when a system is lost, stolen or intentionally discarded.

The business versions of Windows Vista are scheduled for release in November, with the consumer versions following (relatively) close behind in January 2007.

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Inflatable palm trees make excellent garden party themes and background decoration. They are as much fun as balloons and because they can be fixed to the ground to add gaiety and a beach-like atmosphere to décor. They could be just what you need for your tropical garden party this season!

Blow them up and you have a realistic back yard palm tree decoration. They are used for theme garden parties or pool cocktail parties. They are even seen in artificial wave pools at theme parks. Here they add a beach-like ambience, as well as a holiday mood.

Inflatable palm trees are 6 feet to 35 feet tall when fully inflated, and they can be compressed down to one cubic foot for storage. They are usually made of nylon, plastic or rubber. Some contain heavy-duty lights and fans that are fitted inside, and most come with stands and stakes to secure them in place. Most manufacturers sell their products with user manuals that give step-by-step instructions on setting up inflatable palm trees.

Inflatable trees are used for more than just adding background decoration. One company produces inflatable palms that can be used as refrigerators. Your garden party will have a special charm with this natural refrigerator to keep refreshments and snacks cold. Inflatable palms that come with coolers can be table top or outdoor. Realistic palm tree coolers add a tropical touch to beach parties, while tabletop coolers can be used for oriental decoration in your dining room or bedroom. These coolers usually have a base that can be filled with water or ice and drinks.

Lighting can be exotic with inflatable palm trees that come with lighting accessories. The Nylon Giant Inflate Lawn Palm Tree from Pooltoy.com, for instance, comes with metal stand with stakes and tethers, an electric blower and a 78-inch power cord and light bulbs.

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