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0 INTRODUCTION Meaning of Open Source Software Open source is an approach to the design, development, and distribution of software, offering practical accessibility to a softwares source code. Some consider open source as one of various possible design approaches, while others consider it a critical strategic element of their operations. Before open source became widely adopted, developers and producers used a variety of phrases to describe the concept; the term open source gained popularity with the rise of the Internet, which provided access to diverse production models, communication paths, and interactive communities. Meaning of Hardware Hardware is the physical aspect of computer, telecommunications, and other device. Meaning of Software Software is a general term for the various kinds of programs used to operate computers and related devices.

2.0 THE LATEST OPEN SOURCE OPERATING SYSTEM (OS) 2.1 Meaning of Open Source OS Open source operating system is defined as an interface between hardware and user; it is responsible for the management and coordination of activities and the sharing of the limited resources of the computer which system acts as a host for applications that are run on the machine where is an approach to the design, development, and distribution of software, offering practical accessibility to a softwares source code. 2.2 Example of Open Source OS (two examples) Linux and Ubuntu

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Information NO.1DreamLinux 5 DreamLinux is a distribution that is based on Debian Wheezy and using the latest desktop version of XFCE 4.8 on a Linux 3.1 Kernel.DreamLinux has just released this latest version on January 2012 after a long absence and wewill see if it can make up for lost time. When youve created a bootable LiveDVD of DreamLinux, you are greated by a Mac OS X styledesktop with which most of the software packages you have installed are there for you on thekicker bar by default, or you can, still use the menu on the top left side of the screen and accessthe program you want from there . Ubuntu 12.04 Ubuntu12.04 release on 5 february 2012, codenamed"Precise Pangolin", the Ubuntudevelopers have released the latest version of the popular Linux distribution to their users. Thesix-monthly Ubuntu release cycle is organised so that every two years, a version is labelled asaLong Term Supportrelease and 12.04 is the latest of these. LTS versions were historicallysupported for three years on the desktop and five years on the server side, but with Precise, thishas been changed to five years of support for both editions. The character of an LTS releaseimplies a focus on stability and polish, as it has to be supported for a long time, and with fiveyears of planned support for the desktop version, the Ubuntu developer community has set itself a big task to fulfill. This is reflected in the changes that have been included in the newestversion: new features are mostly concerned

with polishing the user interface and making theunderlying technologies more stable

Dream Linux is a computer O.S. which is a free and open source software. Although many different varieties of Linux exist, all are Unix-like and based on the Linux kernel, which is an operating system kernel.

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Ubuntu is also a computer O.S. based on the Debian distribution (as @someone456 mentioned) and distributed as free and open source software.Ubuntu is designed mainly for use on P.C. as, far as i know, a server edition also exists.

Dream Linux is a computer O.S. which is a free and open source software. Although many different varieties of Linux exist, all are Unix-like and based on the Linux kernel, which is an operating system kernel.

Differences

Ubuntu is also a computer O.S. based on the Debian distribution (as @someone456 mentioned) and distributed as free and open source software.Ubuntu is designed mainly for use on P.C. as, far as i know, a server edition also exists.

3.0 THE LATEST OPEN SOURCE APPLICATION SOFTWARE 3.1 Meaning of Open Source Application Software Open source application software can defined as the general designation of computer programs for performing user tasks where is an approach to the design, development, and distribution of software, offering practical accessibility to a softwares source code. 3.2 Example of Open Source OS Application Software (i) Ares in version 2.1.1 and release on 23 Jan 2009. Ares is a free open source file sharing program that enables users to share any digital file including images, audio, video, software, documents, etc. You may now easily publish your files through the Ares peer to peer network.

As a member of the virtual community, you can search and download just about any file shared by other users. Latest versions support BitTorrent protocol and Shoutcast radio stations. With Ares you can also join chat rooms or host your channel and meet new friends. (ii) Mozilla Firefox in version 3.0.10, release on 27 April 2009. Mozilla Firefox is a free web browser descended from the Mozilla Application Suite and managed by Mozilla Corporation. Firefox had 22.48% of the recorded usage share of web browsers as of April 2009, making it the second most popular browser in terms of current use worldwide, after Internet Explorer. 4.0 THE LATEST DEVELOPMENT IN ICT 4.1 Hardware (comparison between previous models: special features, spefication, and year) Desktop Keyboard Canon Pixma MX360(latest) Name of Hardware Canon Pixma MP280(previous)

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-The Canon Pixma MX360 was firstintroduced by Canon in January during CES2012. It is an entry level model designed forsmall office/home office use, alongside thePixma MX410. We have already reviewed theleading flagship inkjet out of the bunch,the Pixma MX882, and the inkjet that is onestep down from it, the Pixma MX420. Now wewill take a look at the MX360. This four-in-one can print, scan, copy, and fax and connectsto a computer via HighSpeed USB 2.0 (notethat the MX410 has wireless connectivity). Ithas an automatic document feeder that can fitup to 30 sheets and a 100-sheet rear feed tray

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4.2 Software (compariso between previous models: special features, spefication, and year)

Adobe Photoshop cs6 (latest)

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Adobe Photoshop cs6 (Previous)

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How it works

Adobe photoshop cs6 was released on 23april 2012:Added new features- The Bottom Line, Since Creative Suite 3,Photoshop comes in a Standard version aswell as an Extended version with specializedtools and features for the video, engineering,architecture, manufacturing, science, andmedical fields.- Pros, ultimate flexibility and more non-destructive editing and time-saving tools witheach update.- Cons, hotoshop CS6 marks the end of support for 32bit Macintosh systems

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.Adobe photoshop cs5 was released on26 january 2010:Features- Smart Radius, The Smart Radius featureeasily creates accurate selections of fine anddetailed components.Content-Aware Fill, Clean removal of unwanted photo elements - Easily removeany image component, person or object.-Mini Bridge, it displays as a panelizedversion of Bridge

5.0 PERVASIVE COMPUTING 5.1 Meaning of Pervasive Computing Pervasive computing is refers to the use of computers in everyday life, including PDAs, smartphones and other mobile devices. It also refers to computers contained in commonplace objects such as cars and appliances and implies that people are unaware of their presence. One of the Holy Grails of this environment is that all these devices communicate with each other over wireless networks without any interaction required by the users. The two examples of the pervasive computing are Nokia E51 and Nokia E55. 5.1 Examples of Pervasive Computing Nokia E51 and Nokia E55

6.0 CONCLUSION Open Source can be used by anyone and because it has no copyright claims, so usersare free to use, change, and improve the software, and to redistribute it in modified or unmodified forms. Pervasive Computing is to make our lives easier because we can interactwith computers. Besides that, we can easily give the computer commands and the computer will grant your wish.

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