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Originally Posted by tomwed
I agree the Computer Club does a wonderful job and I have been to a few of their lectures. The teachers are very clear and easy to understand. You never feel too intimidated to ask what may seem to you a dumb question. They do have a great website.
Here's another online source of information that is similar in scope and depth.
The Tech Guy hosted by Leo Laporte. It is a US-wide syndicated radio show and podcast. click here
The show is a mixture of interviews and call-ins, as well as Leo's own thoughts and opinions on current events in technology.
I'll give it a shot----just in case someone else has the same questions:
Y88X 7'' The screen measures 7" diagonally.
Quad Core That's the size of the "motor" or brains. The bigger the better. It's jargon.
Google Android 4.4 KitKat Tablet PC
Computer companies are terrible at naming things. Movie studios do it better. Godfather 3 followed Godfather 2 that followed Godfather 1.
Here goes:
KitKat is the version of the operating system. Most tablets use the Android operating system and most computers use the Windows operating system. Some of the versions of the Windows operating systems are XP, Windows 95, Windows 8.1. The names they choose for each version is silly and if you ask me purposely confusing.
Dual Camera, The tablet has 2 cameras
HD 1024x600 A High Definition screen is easier to see. It's the same with your tv.
Multi-touch Screen You don't use a keyboard and a mouse like you do with a computer you use your finger to touch the screen like on a smart phone
8GB Nand Flash More jargon about memory. The more the better.
Google Play & Zoodles Pre-load, 3D Game Supported (Advanced version of Y88)! More jargon about preloaded internet software made by Google. Preloaded means that it is installed at the factory. |
Tom - thanks for your great email and explanation of the tablet terms. I have been gone most of the day and have only just found your reply to my original post about the computer club ---- appreciate your input. Now, do I bite the bullet and buy the IPad or do I chance my arm and buy one of the much less expensive androids? I am really intrigued by the Dragon. I really only (at this time) want the tablet for travel outside the country. Of course when I get one I will probably fall in love with it and take it everywhere with me!
