Thursday, September 28, 2006

Who was Leibniz?
He was a german mathimatcian who replaced decimals with binary.

What is the advantage of the binary system?
It is easy for computers to read very quickly because it only needs to recognize two characters.

Describe how boolean algebra works.
Its a system of gates used in different combinations, that allow the computer to execute its operations using binary language.

Why don't we have analog computers?
Because in order for computers to be as fast and accurate as they are now on a constant basis it would niether be efficient or precise to use them.

Monday, September 25, 2006

1) How do you use computers in Killian outside of this class?
very often in the library i go and print assignments that are due that day.

2) If you were in charge how would you have the student use computers and technology?
i would make introduction to computer's classes mandatory or assign online work so students will have to become aquainted with technology.

3) Whats a better investment new computers or newer textbooks? why?
I think new computers are a better investment because you can get the desired information with an internet connection.

4) Are computers well utilized at Killian?
No, because teachers only knowhow to use them for the sole purpose of adding grades into the gradbook.