Showing papers on "User Friendly published in 1998"
Patent•
16 Jun 1998
TL;DR: In this paper, the authors present a method whereby a traveller, currently located in a location with which he is not familiar, can easily access information relating to his current location, over the Internet, or from some other computer system.
Abstract: The present invention provides a method whereby a traveller, currently located in a location with which he is not familiar, can easily access information, relating to his current location, over the Internet, or from some other computer system. In particular, the present invention implements the method by using a telephone system, which may be either the PSTN, or a mobile cellular system, such as the GSM system, to identify the current location of an individual seeking information relevant to his current location, using data on the individual's current location to automatically locate relevant information on a computer database, or databases, and making this information available to the individual desiring the information. A user's terminal may employ software to generate a menu driven selection process and conceal, from the user, details of the automated process of searching for the most relevant information, thus creating a user friendly system. The present invention can be used with any computer-based database, but is primarily intended for use with the Internet.
69 citations
01 Jan 1998
16 citations
Patent•
15 May 1998
TL;DR: In this article, artificial neural networks can be easily cascaded to form complex neural networks and neural network systems, including neural networks capable of self-organizing so as to self-train within a spreadsheet.
Abstract: Constructing and simulating artificial neural networks and components thereof within a spreadsheet environment results in user friendly neural networks which do not require algorithmic based software in order to train or operate. Such neural networks can be easily cascaded to form complex neural networks and neural network systems, including neural networks capable of self-organizing so as to self-train within a spreadsheet, neural networks which train simultaneously within a spreadsheet, and neural networks capable of autonomously moving, monitoring, analyzing, and altering data within a spreadsheet. Neural networks can also be cascaded together in self training neural network form to achieve a device prototyping system.
11 citations
6 citations
01 Jun 1998
TL;DR: In this paper, the authors describe interactive, user friendly, preprocessing and post-processing personal computer (P.C.) modules designed to operate with the latest version of the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Aeroprediction Code (AP98).
Abstract: : This report describes interactive, user friendly, pre-processing and post-processing personal computer (P.C.) modules designed to operate with the latest version of the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Aeroprediction Code (AP98). As part of the preprocessing input module, geometry inputs are automated by giving the user many options. By using this new software, a set of aerodynamic coefficients can be obtained on most weapon configurations in less than 15 minutes from time of initial setup to computer outputs, compared to 2-4 hours for the AP98 computer mainframe version, While the computer cost savings are modest (the AP98 executes on a large computer in less than a second), the manpower savings and productivity enhancements can be significant. Various plots of the aerodynamic coefficients are available to the user and are plotted automatically by the post-processing module. Data output is also made available to the user in the form of standard Aeroprediction output files as well as tabulated data. The User's Guide is designed to aid users of the AP98 by correlating AP98 P.C. Interface Data Inputs and the corresponding source code variable names.
6 citations
11 Oct 1998
TL;DR: This paper examines what would be required to handle those problems that naturally lead to differential algebraic equations.
Abstract: Simulation and design packages are an integral part of many computational systems. However, the current capabilities of many of these systems are limited by their ability to handle naturally posed questions in a user friendly manner. This paper examines what would be required to handle those problems that naturally lead to differential algebraic equations.
5 citations
Proceedings Article•
01 Jan 1998
TL;DR: In this article, the authors present an introduction to the concept of "self-organization" and its application in the field of bio-medical research.... and..
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4 citations
01 Jan 1998
TL;DR: This study examines the use of electronic media in the work environment and the diversity of multimedia products in developed countries over the past 25 years.
Abstract: International trends leading to unification. Increased availability of personal computers at home in all developed countries. Wide-spread use of electronic media in our daily life, and not just in the work environment: cash dispensers, cinema and theatre tickets, computer games, electronic mail, ... Diversity of multimedia products: encyclopaedia and dictionaries, cook books, children's books, etc. Specific environments dominate the market: WWW browsers, notably Netscape and Microsoft Explorer, have effectively become standard interfaces.
4 citations
01 Jan 1998
3 citations
10 May 1998
TL;DR: Alcatel's proposal to apply a high-level approach to TINA, which has been developed in the context of the ACTS project SCREEN, is discussed.
Abstract: The high-level approach to service creation means the creation of a service from implementation- and architecture-independent components. This approach is already being used with intelligent networks (IN). The high-level approach is interesting because it meets a generally increasing need to reduce the complexity of the underlying architecture and/or programming languages to suit a particular category of users (for example, users with a telecom background). Though service creation is a new area for TINA, it is currently being studied in a number of projects. Until now, a service supported by TINA has been created by defining and assembling target objects. In other words, the service creation methodology follows the so-called "low-level" approach. This article discusses Alcatel's proposal to apply a high-level approach to TINA, which has been developed in the context of the ACTS project SCREEN.
TL;DR: The Beijing facility is the second overseas venture established by Microsoft Research, a $200 million division of the Redmond, Washington-based company.
Abstract: BEIJING-- Microsoft Corp. is making a major research investment to help it capture and retain a large chunk of China9s fast-growing computer business. Last week, the software giant announced that it will open a research center in Beijing, and it pledged to spend $80 million over 6 years to make computers more user friendly for speakers of Chinese, including voice recognition, information retrieval, and machine translation systems. The Beijing facility is the second overseas venture established by Microsoft Research, a $200 million division of the Redmond, Washington-based company.
Patent•
IBM1
TL;DR: In this paper, a system and method for organizing the computer network components, including hardware, software, peripherals and services (i.e., internet and online backup) is presented to make the creation of a computer network environment more user friendly, highly organized and easy to follow.
Abstract: A system and method for organizing the computer network components, including hardware, software, peripherals and services (ie internet and online backup) This, in order to make the creation of a computer network environment more user friendly, highly organized and easy to follow The present invention is specifically targeted at the small business owner, in order to enable them to efficiently establish their own network system This system will enable them to run their businesses more productively, with greater ease and less down time This is accomplished through the use of an effective kit or packaging system containing all the required network components
TL;DR: An effective and efficient fault-tolerant order entry management system which satisfies the requirements for out-patient order entry and was user friendly and reduced the time taken is reported.
Abstract: An automatic order entry system is very important for the processing of out-patient information, not only helping doctors to enter their orders directly but also reducing errors of communication. Many hospitals are anxious to set up a direct order entry system but are concerned about possible system failures. In this paper we report on an effective and efficient fault-tolerant order entry management system which satisfies the requirements for out-patient order entry. From the results of experiments on a prototype we found that the system was user friendly and reduced the time taken. Doctors are able to enter their orders more easily, accurately and quickly by selecting from the standardized and personalized menus to be found in the system.
04 Mar 1998
TL;DR: Threshold Solo Competitor is a play-alone version of Threshold Competitor (1998), a management simulation published by Prentice Hall, that allows participants to play the game by themselves, at their own pace.
Abstract: Threshold Solo Competitor: A Management Simulation is a Windows-based computer simulation exercise. Threshold Solo Competitor simulates the workings of a small, two-product manufacturing business. It is a play-alone version of Threshold Competitor (1998), a management simulation published by Prentice Hall, that allows participants to play the game by themselves, at their own pace. Materials include installation disks, a participant’s manual, and an administrator’s manual. Threshold Solo Competitor is very user friendly, for both the administrator and the participants. The software runs in a Windows 3.1, 95, or NT environment.
21 Apr 1998
TL;DR: This project defines a set of problem categories, each with support in the system, making programs easy to implement rapidly, and makes WebSolver not only an efficient system for solving large and resource-demanding problems, but also a valuable tool for algorithm design and parallel program prototyping.
Abstract: In many terms, WebSolver is just another Java-based and WWW-based metacomputer collecting and exploiting world wide unused CPU-time, in many other it is not. WebSolver does not only provide an agent-based system for distributing computations over the www, it also accepts computation jobs submitted from all over the world via a www interface. WebSolver deals with problems like platform differences, dynamic topology changes, latency and fault tolerance, security, data and problem partitioning, and communication models. Our project defines a set of problem categories, each with support in the system, making programs easy to implement rapidly. This makes WebSolver not only an efficient system for solving large and resource-demanding problems, but also a valuable tool for algorithm design and parallel program prototyping.