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Green Computing

danielpellizzari — Mon, 04 Apr 2011 23:31:34 +0000

Green Computing

In the age of today everyone is striving to be green. Energy efficiency is front and center. Beyond that there are several ways you can be a green user through properly maintaining your computer system and ensuring it remains out of the land fill sooner than it needs to be.

Do you really need that new computer? Back up all of your old files and reinstall your operating system. Your computer will run faster and use less power. WHY?, useless process or programs you seldom use that run in the background will be eliminated from your device, freeing up valuable resources as well
Repurpose that old computer for the kids rather than buying them a new one. Install the latest version of a free operating system called Ubuntu. It’s simple and straight forward and is extremely quick on older machines.
Get a new monitor. Get rid of that CRT monitor. Pick an energy complaint one and recycle the old one. Not only does it look good but it saves power as well. When you are in fact ready for a new computer keep this monitor for the years to come. Why upgrade if it still works great?
Don’t be talked into buying a system with more power or options than you need. Stick with the most basic system you can find if all you do is browse the web, email, and word process. Even the cheapest of today’s systems have more than enough oomph to handle this! Cheaper systems use less power.
Adjust your settings to turn off your monitor after a recommended 5 minutes without use. If you’re not looking at it doesn’t need to be on. Have the computer power down in the evening or when you are away for the longest period of time. If you use your computer less than twice a day, power it off after each use.
Vacuum your computer. Carefully unhook everything and open the case with 2 easy screws. Despite what you think you really don’t need to be an expert to do this. Once opened carefully vacuum all the dust out of the case but do not physically touch the vacuum to any of the internal components unless you know what you are dealing with. Removing dust increases air flow and reduces energy loss due to heat.

Overall just as a car needs maintenance so does your computer. If you ensure the hardware and software are in optimum running condition you can expect many more years of life out of your existing system keeping it out of the landfill and reducing waste.

Created 2 set blogs

danielpellizzari — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 16:29:30 +0000

I created the classfolio blog for set D and a general set blog on wordpress.com

Classfolio

Official set D Blog

Business Model using Excel

danielpellizzari — Sun, 29 Nov 2009 23:09:35 +0000

This is a quick example of a working business model I created using Microsoft excel. it features multiple sheets,3D referencing, use of “if”, v lookup, sums, averages, min max charts data validation etc.

Here is a link to a pdf non working copy of the work book.

Are we Ready for E-Books?

danielpellizzari — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 20:17:56 +0000

Is the world ready for ebooks? Or maybe the better question: Are e-book readers ready for the world. it seem that in the past short months ebook readers have come along way. some example readers are the barnesand nobel nook,the amazon kindle.

Both of these devices are manufactured by companys that sell ebooks. it will be interesting to see which device chooses to be more popular.

I myself am actually interested in purchasing ebook device, but i think i will wait until these products have been market tested and the reviews are in. at the moment i am leaning more towards a device similar to the nook being android based and having two screens built in, one color touchscreen and one being e ink.

like i said for now ill wait!

Comm Presentation

danielpellizzari — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 19:58:06 +0000

This project was quickly thrown together between studying for midterms, it was desighned to showcase the tourism opton in the marketing program here at BCIT.

HERE is a link to the file

First Year Business @ BCIT

danielpellizzari — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 01:32:06 +0000

So far so good! i am really enjoying my time here at BCIT. The marketing management program is making a positive impression on me . it is a well organized and developed program that has much interaction with current industry. the classes are up to date and the skill set acquired is practical.

Simply put i cannot wait to see what next term has in store !

By the time i am done here @ BCIT i hope to have a broad skill set and long list of industry contacts and of course employment opportunities. i will continue to put forth the best of my abilities and learn more about what i can actually achieve everyday.

In the past

danielpellizzari — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 01:24:16 +0000

I was a Framer (construction)
Worked for service master restoration, Experienced in structural,electrical,plumbing,drywall,water removal,siding,roofing
Took 1st Year engineering at BCIT

VAHC, Vancouver Aquatic Hobbyist Club

danielpellizzari — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 01:12:05 +0000

For the last six months i have found myself entertained by the art of fish keeping. Several times a day i post on the local aquarium website BCaquaria. Through this site i interact with people and answer questions new aquarists may have. At the same time i also post my own questions and ideas and wait patiently for the solutions and suggestions i receive.

At the current moment i have 7 freshwater fish and shrimp tanks in my name. These tanks require dedication and constant maintainance , i keep all the tanks i own in prestine running condition.

This up coming weekend i hope to attend the annual VAHC auction in north Vancouver. this will be my fist time attending an event such as this. i have talked to several people about it and i am currently trying to be involved in any way possible. next year i hope to help organize this event, release some dedicated advertising and possibly help to make it charitable as well.

Marketing1102 Case Study 2

danielpellizzari — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 01:00:03 +0000

For the second case study in marketing 1102 my group had the responsbility of making a 20 min class presentation. We spent sevral hours prparing for this presentation. this case focused on price strategyies. this case involved much reasearch and extensive investigation into the wall covering industry (whom we were pricing a product for). Below you are able to download the actual power point we used in the presentation.

Download the ppt file HERE

Before i Move on…..

danielpellizzari — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:52:35 +0000

This is the Team Charter that was created @the beginning of the year by my team. We worked together to include strict guide lines that encourage full participation by all members. Also outlined are the guidelines by which we will asses members of the group at the end of the term. This Charter was used throughout my first year. Mainly though Orgb Class dealt wit the preceding of such a charter.

The word file for the charter can be found HERE