TiVo and Replay Networks "offer a really logical progression to convergence because they take a lot of computer technology and apply it to television in a manner that is very easy for the consumer to understand, " Baker said.

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No need to wait to download photos to a computer to edit, apply filters and share.

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But families with children aged seven to 14 will be able to apply for a grant to buy a computer and broadband connection from an approved stockist.

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The computer-control system can then apply the brake on the wheel concerned, and even adjust the amount of engine torque sent to that wheel, so that skidding is prevented.

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The manufacturer that has done most to apply this approach in the consumer world is Dell Computer.

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But Soghoian argues that the precedent should be made to apply to the least technologically savvy user, not a computer security expert.

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The engine is mounted on a test-bed and attached to a computer-controlled dynamometer, which is used to apply an adjustable load.

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The average person will ignore or forget content from emails with security warnings or company lectures when it comes time to actually apply that knowledge, says Norman Sadeh, co-founder of Wombat and a computer science professor at Carnegie Mellon University.

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Early exposure to computer science can lead students to develop an aptitude or liking for the subject, apply for opportunities like tech internships, and pursue it as a career path.

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Moya said the office clerk showed him her computer screen and the file did not contain a specific reason why he was not allowed to apply for the travel document.

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