Database: Its amazing to think since the 1960s how databases have changed and developed. They've gone from punch cards and magnetic tape to computers. They are extremely helpful for any career field. It makes sense that the database needs to do only one action at a time. This helps keep the information as current as possible. In relation to the replication of databases, I found it interesting that the terms master/slave were used.
Introduction to Metadata, pathways to Digital Information: 1: Setting the Stage:
I really like this article. It was one of the first IT articles that I felt applied to Library and Information Science. The developments with Metadata have helped advance and change the archives profession. It has helped place more importance on the records about the objects and not just the physical objects themselves.
3) Eric J. Miller. An Overview of the Dublin Core Data Model:
(I could not get this article to open. I will update later once I'm able to access the article.)
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My understanding is that Graphical User Interfaces (GUI) are the way to aid common users in the applications of their computers through the use of graphical icons and effects. (Something I probably take for granted) I different kinds include pointers, icons, menus, really anything found on a desktop.
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