Employers will ultimately determine whether badges are practical, and much will depend on how easy they are to use.

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From embedded Java on devices, up to Oracle engineered systems in the data center and Big Data analytical tools, Oracle provides a practical device-to-data center platform that makes it easy for organizations to collect, store, manage, and efficiently analyze data collected via connected devices.

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Kids will learn practical and valuable lessons about money management and can easily relate to the easy-going and fun, animated series.

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While any practical use is still some distance away, it's easy to see future tablets and tables that are designed from the start to encourage a little socializing.

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There are practical things to consider, such as checking it is not a duplicate and will it be easy for the emergency services, a taxi firm, or the post office to find it?

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