Computing's big picture
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Compaq CEO Eckhard Pfeiffert believes that the advent of the digital age of information and interactivity will bring significant changes in television and computer technology. He also claims that the launching of the company's PC-Theatre is a step towards such technology breakthrough.
Publication Name: Popular Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0161-7370
Year: 1997
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Working knowledge: motion-picture projectors
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The working of the modern-day motion-picture projection is presented. Modern projectors have moved away from the reel into the platter system to reduce stress on the film, brought about by the film being rewound. Another advantage of the system is its ability to hold longer films.
Publication Name: Scientific American
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0036-8733
Year: 1998
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