Ah! The power of multimedia. This week, i would like to talk about multimedia in gaming consoles like Playstion 3, Xbox 360 and the Nintendo Wii.Since young, I had the privilege of owning console games at home and I had my fair share of fun in it. Since taking this course, I have also become more aware that technology is rapidly changing and the way we interact and play video games will gradually evolve as well.
This week in class, we were shown the trailer for Microsoft natal, a trial system for the next generation of the xbox series. It was such an intense experience just looking at it when you see the user interacting with the software. Games are played on a totally different environment as well because your user specifications, movements and facial features are all captured by the system and integrated into your virtual avatar. Looking at such technology, it makes consoles like the wii I just bought look trivial.
However, that is for the future. Currently, the wii is probably the most interactive console you can find in the world. With advanced motion sensor technology it really makes you move around to play your games. One of the games that I am currently anticipating is this sword and cowboy fusion game called red steel 2. The graphics are breathtaking and I have been waiting for this game because it has the Wiimotion plus add-on which is supposed to make the game play even more realistic as you wield your sword or use your gun.
Here is the video for the game! Enjoy!
Isn't it cool? The face of Multimedia will continue to change and in order to keep up with the times we will have to learn about newer technology in the years to come. The future of games is surely exciting!
Saturday, March 13, 2010
Internet Security
Internet security is a issue that should be close to our hearts. If it isn't yet, you should make it a priority on your to do list.Many users online often take Internet security for granted, putting them at risk to cyber crime and other potential online threats. Hence, here's a short list on what you can do to protect yourself and keep your computer safe from a potential threat.
1. Have anti-virus software on your computer. This is the first step in protecting yourself even though its not a sure proof method against viruses or phishing programs. Try to conduct regular scans on your computer even though it can be annoying, and at least run a full system scan once a month even though your system seems to be running fine. This is the first step in ensuring that you have the bare minimum of protection.
2. Next, now that you have some form of safety measure against those pesky worms or people out to cheat you of your money and information, you have to learn how to 'BE SMART'. Do not go around on the website blindly clicking links that might lead you to suspicious sites. Do not accept random invites from strangers on your instant messaging accounts as well. With the Internet being so large, you never know who might be out to harm you!
3. Finally, do not be greedy! Often, people are always excited about lucky draws and freebie giveaways. A lot of the online scammers make use of such pulling tactics to get you to pay money to them in order to receive a 'larger reward'.Many people have fallen prey to such scams and you wouldn't want to find yourself to be the next victim.
Hence, Internet security is a very current topic and we should be alert when using the Internet.
1. Have anti-virus software on your computer. This is the first step in protecting yourself even though its not a sure proof method against viruses or phishing programs. Try to conduct regular scans on your computer even though it can be annoying, and at least run a full system scan once a month even though your system seems to be running fine. This is the first step in ensuring that you have the bare minimum of protection.
2. Next, now that you have some form of safety measure against those pesky worms or people out to cheat you of your money and information, you have to learn how to 'BE SMART'. Do not go around on the website blindly clicking links that might lead you to suspicious sites. Do not accept random invites from strangers on your instant messaging accounts as well. With the Internet being so large, you never know who might be out to harm you!
3. Finally, do not be greedy! Often, people are always excited about lucky draws and freebie giveaways. A lot of the online scammers make use of such pulling tactics to get you to pay money to them in order to receive a 'larger reward'.Many people have fallen prey to such scams and you wouldn't want to find yourself to be the next victim.
Hence, Internet security is a very current topic and we should be alert when using the Internet.
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