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59% of higher ed CIOs expect big changes due to digital transformation

Posted by | Nov 3, 2017 | , |

Higher education CIOs recognize that key organizational priorities are enrollment and student success, but fail to show innovation with regard to the top technologies required to differentiate themselves and win, according to a survey from Gartner, Inc. (www.gartner.com). Yet, a majority of respondents (59%) think there will be significant business model change due to digital transformation, adds the research group.

Gartner’s 2018 CIO Agenda Survey gathered data from 3,160 CIO respondents in 98 countries and across major industries, including 247 higher education CIOs.

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Wireless display market to be worth $5.38 billion by 2023

Posted by | Nov 3, 2017 | , |

The wireless display market was estimated at $2.86 billion in 2017. This market will grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.1% and is expected to be worth $5.38 billion by 2023, according to Research and Markets (www.researchandmarkets.com).

The wireless display technology involves peer-to-peer media transmission between a compatible display device to a larger display without the use of wires. This allows easier setup and use in all applications.

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Apple services revenue reaches an all time high

Apple services revenue reaches an all time high

Posted by | Nov 2, 2017 | , |

Apple has announced the financial results for its fiscal 2017 fourth quarter that ended Sept. 30. The tech giant posted quarterly revenue of $52.6 billion, an increase of 12% from the year-ago quarter, and quarterly earnings per diluted share of $2.07, up 24%. International sales accounted for 62% of the quarter’s revenue.

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The Northern Spy: Modula and Modular

The Northern Spy: Modula and Modular

Posted by | Nov 2, 2017 | , |

By Ric Sutcliffe

The soft sound of a pair of occupied boots landing on the table behind me as I toiled over this column alerted me to my visitor. Good thing she doesn’t wear spurs when she comes here,” I thought.

“Nice of you to drop by, Nellie. What’s up?”

“You mean besides the rookie goof-up you just made in your code?”
“Eh? Shame on you Nellie Hacker for looking over my shoulder. I tested it. Works.”

count := 10;
WHILE count >=0 DO
str [count] := str [count + 2];
count := count – 1;
END;

“Not all the time it won’t.”

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GarageBand for iOS brings new Sound Library and classic Beat Sequencer

GarageBand for iOS brings new Sound Library and classic Beat Sequencer

Posted by | Nov 2, 2017 | , |

Apple has announced an update to GarageBand for iOS that provides even more creative options for making music on iPhone and iPad. For instance, it introduces a new GarageBand Sound Library, where users can select and download a variety of free sound packs featuring new instruments and loops.

Beat makers can tap into a new Beat Sequencer instrument inspired by classic drum machines. The app also features new Asian Touch Instruments and updates to Drummer, including six additional players.

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