Technology Guides

Here contains all the other science guides for topics in technology sectors like computing, smart devices, equipment and more. These guides are non-technical articles that usually help in how to study science at all levels. From self study to classroom strategy. Learn something new today!

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Digital Filtering and Exact Reconstruction of Digital Audio

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Introduction This elaborates some of the claims in my insights article on digital audio. The Sinc Function The first link in my insights article has…
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Introduction to Modern Digital Audio Concepts

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IntroductionFirst, we need some background in Digital Signals. This can be mathematically quite advanced, but since I would like this…
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Why ChatGPT AI Is Not Reliable

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I'll start with the simple fact: ChatGPT is not a reliable answerer to questions.To try to explain why from scratch would be a heavy lift, but fortunately,…
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Programming an ATmega8A using Arduino

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If you are interested in programming and electronics, you probably do not need an introduction to Arduino. If you want to make your Arduino projects permanent,…
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Quantum Computing for Beginners

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This article provides an accessible introduction to quantum computing, a cutting-edge technology that processes certain types of information much faster…
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The LCEVC Coding Standard and 8K Television

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Introduction First, for background, here is an overview of the most common video compression standard in use today, H264: https://www.maketecheasier.com/how-video-compression-works/H265…
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Create an Android Ringtone Picker with Ringtonemanager Class

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In this article, I will show you how to create a ringtone picker using the RingtoneManager class in Android. You will be able to get the list of tones,…
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AI and Learning: How It Impact Our Future

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We asked our PF Advisors “How do you see the rise in AI affecting STEM in the lab, classroom, industry, and or in everyday society?”. We got so many…
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How AI Will Revolutionize STEM and Society

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We asked our PF Advisors "How do you see the rise in AI affecting STEM in the lab, classroom, industry, and or in everyday society?". We got so many great…
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An Intro to the Systemless Interface of Rooting Android Phones

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What you can learn from this article:What is meant by rooting an Android phone Steps to take before proceeding to root your phone Google’s…
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Clearing Misconceptions and Some Tips on Debloating Android Phones

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What is bloatware? When you unbox your new phone, it comes with Android which is pre-installed by the manufacturer. This is termed “stock firmware”.…
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How to Evaluate a Camera Lens for Performance

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I've done plenty of imaging performance testing on a variety of systems, from millimeter wave to UV. Until very recently, such testing required expensive…
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What Discovery Will Be the Revolutionary Within 20 Years?

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We asked our Physics Forums Science advisors "What technology or scientific discovery will be the most revolutionary within the next 20 years?" Here are…
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An Introduction to Computer Programming Languages

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In this Insights Guide, the focus is entirely on types of languages, how they relate to what computers do, and how they are used by people. It is a general…
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Digital Camera Buyer’s Guide: Tripods

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 A tripod holds a camera still while the shutter is open, preventing motion blur.  The tripod must be able to maintain this stability in…
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Digital Camera Buyer’s Guide: DSLR

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  I'm ready for a DSLR! A: These cameras were originally designed for professionals.  Users of these cameras are expected to already understand…
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Digital Camera Buyer’s Guide: Bridge Cameras

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This article is geared towards:I've never owned a camera, but I want to get a 'real' camera (that doesn't cost too much). I've owned an entry-level…
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Ultimate Digital Camera Buyer’s Guide: Compacts, DSLR and Tripods

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Introduction First, congratulations! Camera technology has advanced to the point where a complete novice, using an entry-level camera right out of the…
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Digital Camera Buyer’s Guide: Introduction

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 First, congratulations! Camera technology has advanced to the point where a complete novice, using an entry-level camera right out of the…
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Reflections on Technology Product Quality

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On Hardware Quality It is impossible to test quality into a product. Quality must be designed into the product.The hardware designer is always responsible…
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Studio in a Box: Learn About Digital Modeling Amplifiers

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Digital Modeling Key Points Digital Signal Processing (DSP) was introduced in the mid-seventies, allowing musicians to simulate the acoustic properties…