Daniel Brown - Here is some Help for your Web Page

As the semester is coming to a close all students have the same thing in mind.  To finish strong and get the best grade possible in every course to ensure a rise in overall grade point average.  In M.I.S one of our last assignments is to create a web page, and here are some resources to help with that task.

http://www.webs.com/features.htm - is a website that provides a number of templates and resources to help design a professional looking webpage.  The sign-up is free and is relatively easy to use.

http://www.netidnow.com/how-to-guides/how-to-design-your-own-website.html - provides information regarding how to design a website that is easy to read using color schemes, font, graphics and layouts.

http://www.w3schools.com/html/default.asp - this website provides an HTML tutorial if a student wants to utilize the coding in their webpage.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gR-V_CZMFJA - The link to a youtube video titled “ How to design a website”

Last but not least are links to the two website designers mentioned in class in case you were not there. http://www.wix.com/ & https://www.yola.com/make-a-free-website.html Again good luck everyone on your website and submit it in on time to receive full credit  

Website Creation Assistance

As the semester is coming to a close all students have the same thing in mind.  To finish strong and get the best grade possible in every course to ensure a rise in overall grade point average.  In M.I.S one of our last assignments is to create a web page, and here are some resources to help with that task.

http://www.webs.com/features.htm - is a website that provides a number of templates and resources to help design a professional looking webpage.  The sign-up is free and is relatively easy to use.

http://www.netidnow.com/how-to-guides/how-to-design-your-own-website.html - provides information regarding how to design a website that is easy to read using color schemes, font, graphics and layouts.

http://www.w3schools.com/html/default.asp - this website provides an HTML tutorial if a student wants to utilize the coding in their webpage.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gR-V_CZMFJA - The link to a youtube video titled “ How to design a website”

Last but not least are links to the two website designers mentioned in class in case you were not there. http://www.wix.com/ & https://www.yola.com/make-a-free-website.html Good luck everyone on your website I hope this is helpful, and submit it on time to receive full credit.

Nick Holland

Nicholas Holland-----Throughout the semester Prof. Sistrunk has shown the class a lot of new technologies that are on the rise, from the cars that can drive themselves to the Google glasses, which was my favorite. However, recently there has been a major development in holograms. As a kid I thought by the time I grew to be 21 that holograms like the ones in Star Wars would be standard, but in 2012 we see the first developments of holograms taking a turn in that direction.

At Cochella 2012 Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre performed some of their classic hits from the 1990s. Those two along with 2Pac had countless hits while signed to Death Row record company in the 90s. During the concert an almost life-like hologram of 2Pac appeared on the stage. His movements were so detailed that even his necklace would moved when his body moved. Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre proceeded to preform with the hologram for an electrifying performance. 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TGbrFmPBV0Y

Ever since this performance, the web has been buzzing about how advanced holograms actually are and the possibilities. People have been talking about the possibility of having holograms go on tour. 2Pac could have 4 different shows going on at different places all at the same time. Corning Inc. has already been working on these developments with home entertainment but never as big as a concert. 

The hologram actually works buy projecting the image on a reflective surface on the floor and being projected on a clear film covering the stage to give the illusion that a three dimensional object is actually on the stage. 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LqOLy0TBDLU

Lawrence Stuart

It is really amazing the various potential opportunities coming available today and tomorrow. The things that are imagined as a child come to light in reality because someone didn't give up on their youthful thoughts. What's next? Well I guess it's up to the many strong youthful minds that hold on to their youthful thoughts and apply their imagination as their guide. 

 

As I walk amongst my peers I recognize the thirst to make a difference. This thirst may one day be quenched in the next big Idea.  We have all heard the the phrase, "shoot for the stars and If you fall short, you'll still be in the clouds." I see this often as I interact with my classmates. Mr. Sistrunk you often provide us with new and efficient ways to move forward and I see the wheels turning as you open our minds. I look forward to hearing about that next big idea that may come from an individual sitting in close proximity to me today.  As my tip that I have identified, I will attempt to feed the brains of our thinking minds.  Papa Johns has a program through their online order system where each order gets you closer and closer to a free Large Pizza if you order online vs. by calling in. See below

 

Papa Rewards

• 25 Points

Enroll in Papa Rewards and get free pizza fast. You will earn reward points every time your order online at papajohns.com, automatically. It's that easy. The more you order online, the more reward points you will earn! When you earned enough points, redeem them for a FREE PIZZA. Plus, enjoy extra Perks throughout the year with our special promotions and offers. When you're ready to order your free pizza, enter 25PAPA in the promo code field and enjoy. (Note: Points may not be added to your account until the next full business day after placing an order.)

Zayd Babb-Alibey

During our many classes we covered various topics that covered how the world is moving to being more cloud based and more innovative. We spoke briefly about google developing a car that will actually drive itself. Growing up many thought that by this day and age we would have already reached that stage and surpassed it, moving towards flying cars as seen on the Jetsons. But instead we are just reaching this point. It may be that us as humans aren’t ready to allow artificial intelligence take control and drive us without our assistance.

 But if we really think about it, it is already happening. Take GPS for example, we no longer depend on maps or mapquest directions, we now depend on a device to tell us where to go. Or the cars that are equipped with active park assist, the blind spot indicators, and even ways to tell if your falling asleep at the wheel and keep you awake. Looking more into this I came across Safe Road Trains for the Environment (SARTRE). This technology alloys you to connect your car to a convoy along the highway and basically allow the car to drive by itself and be controlled by the train leader. The train leader controls the breaking, steering, and acceleration of your car until you send a signal saying you want to leave the train. Once you send the signal you regain full control of your vehicle and can continue on your way doing whatever you like. This may sound very iRobot like but this is an reality and will change how we drive day to day and take trips in the future.

Here is the link to the video: http://youtu.be/BaE3H9UFVrw

Ryan Holmes

In a day and age where technology of all varieties seem to be available from all types of places, some consumers can be skeptical about what they are buying. Seeing as products have become more innovative, and in some cases more fragile, sometimes consumers just need a place to go where they can ensure they know the product is worth the price.

Well look no further, I have come across a very useful site where you can see product reviews and prices, software downloads, and tech news. The site is known as cnet, it is powered by google, and a pretty helpful site. Check it out.

http://www.cnet.com/

A few months ago I introduced you to two new web site: (this post was not published earlier)

Monday Jan. 30, 2012:  http://www.killerstartups.com - Find newly created web sites.

Wednesday Feb. 1, 2012: http://www.tunein.com - has a mobile app and links you with radio stations around the world

Jeffrey Lothian - Atlanta Home Delivery

Recently I went to breakfast with my brother and his friend and he was telling me the problems he was having with maintaining a car.  While I did agree with what he said, I realized that one of biggest negatives of not having a car was my inability to go grocery shopping.  He told me that while he was an undergrad he would have his groceries delivered to his apartment worry free.  After breakfast, this led me to try to find some type of grocery delivery company that was based in Atlanta.  After a little research I found the website http://www.atlantahomedelivery.com/.  

 

I was a little skeptical at first because the website is not the sleekest looking so I figured that it might be a scam, but I found my results to be different. The website was similar to any type of online shopping that you do. You look through their categories and find the type of food you want and once you are ready to pay you have different delivery options.  The options range from 3 hour delivery to next day delivery with varying prices.  For the next day delivery you will have to pay an extra 13.00 to the price of your food, but for those of you who live on campus or do not have access to a car it is a great way to go grocery shopping in a timely manner.