Holographic data storage

The first computer I have had a  micropolis 4110 scsi 1 g hard drive. During that time my operating system is windows 3.1. I could say I have enough data space during that time.  Currently my disk space is about 700++ gigabit.  Time changes and so thus the need for more storage space.

Even disk type changes from the 5 ½ floppy to 3 ½, then cd, dvd and lately blue ray.  Currently GE is working on a halograph storage technology by a chemical approach. This system will enable an ordinary DVD to fit 200 times more data . Another advantage of the chemical approach is that surface area is not anymore a factor and more and more flexibility in media size and shape of the disk.

For now they are thinking of a way to make it more affordable so mass production could take place. 

IBM Watson vs Jeopardy

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Few years back we are amazed on how deep blue a chess-playing computer won against world champion Gary Kasparov. Now, IBM is building a super computer that would play “Jeopardy”, the project or computer code is “Watson.” Watson is a complex computer system that  would analyst a complex question and answer and give a response fast enough to compete in the show. Watson has been under development for nearly two years and “Jeopardy” have already announced plans to show an episode on a human vs machine contest.

The main purpose of building the computer is for business application, the computer  would be able to handle complex question that require  deciphering of relevant  and irrelevant matter/data to arrive to a decision like what a human brain do.

Metropole Laundry and Dry cleaning Franchise

Being a labandera / labandero is a decent job, so decent that it evolves into a commercial industry. The first company that started it all is Metropole Laundry and dry cleaning. Their history dates back more than 60 years ago. Started from its ancestors until the incorporation of Metropole in 1993.

What separates  Metropole to other laundry company is that they are the first company to offer both self-service and on-site same day full service-dry-press laundry convenience to the public. They are also one of the first  to put the laundry equipment in full view so customer could be assured that their clothes are never mixed with  others.  

 

Franchising details

Franchising fee- 350, 000 pesos inclusive of training, counter and internal signage

Capital equipment (90 days to pay) – 250, 000

1-      10kg  MAYTAG front loader washer

1-      10 kg MAYTAG computerized top loader washer

2-      10 kg MAYTAG stacked dryers

Digital weighing scale, iron and iron board and cover, tanks and pumps.

Initial supplies (guaranteed  at cost) 30, 000 pesos

Promotional materials – 20, 000 pesos

                Streamers, flyers, press release and opening extravaganza

Security  deposit (refundable) 50, 000 pesos

Included in the budget is 250, 000 pesos for leasehold improvement, external signage, air condition and installation of equipment.

This info’s are taken from their site: metropole.com.ph

 

How to cook Kettle Corn

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The sweet and salty taste of kettle corn what’s make me to want more.  Kettle corns are available in different mall but if you want to make one then just watch the video above. Maybe one day you could perfect your own recipe and start your own business with in… Enjoy.