They're intended for network connectivity and to service as physical licence keys for software.
Network connectivity for example, the wired Internet, was a powerful accelerant for the desktop era.
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With plug-and-play setup, extending network connectivity to any room is easily accomplished with little effort.
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Network connectivity is extending further and further into our lives, bringing with it tremendous new conveniences and capabilities.
Hardware was just a small part of the cost, he said, while network connectivity, applications and support were the real expenses.
PlayMemories Camera Apps offers a variety of applications that expand camera functionality, personalising your photographic experience and enhancing your network connectivity.
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The whole app also throws in embedded social network connectivity to Facebook.
This refers to the application working with or without network connectivity.
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The common denominator in this new era is network connectivity.
The banks and card companies say the fees are important because they are put toward network connectivity, hardware and software labor and fraud prevention measures related to the transaction.
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Up front there are minimal LED indicators including one for power, another for network connectivity and finally Sling's upside-down "U" that lets you know when someone is using it.
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In March, a 9.0 earthquake and subsequent tsunami caused widespread disruptions to power supplies and network connectivity to data centers across Japan, causing Japanese companies to rethink their traditional disaster recovery strategies.
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In addition to just network connectivity, they have outstanding expertise in large scale service delivery with high reliability and global reach, plus an arsenal of partners for content, apps, specialized solutions and services, integration, as well as terminal and module vendors.
The NOMAD 15 also delivers best-in-class network connectivity with Killer Networks "DoubleShot" technology, the combination of their Killer E2200 LAN and 1202 Wireless to game with less lag and make it quite possibly THE fastest gaming laptop in its category.
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Today the increased processing power of mobile devices as well as more ubiquitous network connectivity and the ability of data centers to provide (almost) always available storage capacity and applications, are causing a return to thin client computers accessing larger shared processing and storage resources.
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The smart map displays a visual representation of the home network and all of the connected devices to give users valuable information about network connectivity and current bandwidth usage so they can easily resolve any possible connectivity issues and get the most out of their home network.
Verizon claims that laptop users on its 4G mobile broadband network will experience connectivity that's up to 10 times faster than the company's current 3G network.
Thus, the Combination of Hyper connectivity, Network Theory, Emergence, are key to understanding the next phase shift in human history.
The Aircell Network provides airlines with connectivity to operations and a path to enhanced cabin services such as video, audio, television and more.
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Interestingly, while the Wii is winning in hardware sales, Xbox Live is winning on the network side in terms of connectivity and number of downloads, said Daglow.
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However, being Windows and DLNA certified, the ARIS system allows connectivity to multiple network devices, a simple 'right-click' music file playback and compatibility with a variety of playback Apps for tablets and smart phones.
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The funding is integral to a smart grid initiative and broadband service based on an open-connectivity fiber optic backbone network.
Through the combination of compelling applications, Sony's network services, and cross device connectivity, VAIO is leading the way in developing a new Touchworld experience.
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Once consumers have connected their Samsung Smart TVs to other devices in the same wireless network using built-in wireless connectivity features, they can easily send and receive images and audio between devices.
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This means agencies could power their communication system in the field using an improvised local network if a disaster wipes out Internet connectivity, electricity, or both, like Hurricane Katrina did along the Gulf Coast.
Most iPads rely on Wi-Fi for connectivity, rather than a carrier network, so carriers can't block them.
Some of the technology has come from ideas suggested by the Interplanetary Network, which is looking at ways of providing net connectivity in space.
Connectivity fees are charged to issuers and acquirers for network access, equipment, and the transmission of authorization and settlement messages.
This will establish a truly meshed optical network, ensuring world-wide coverage at service levels and connectivity options previously unattainable by other satellite platforms.
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