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Technology - Sunday April 27, 2008, Room SSB-131

10:30 am to 11:30 pm
Should You Upgrade to Windows Vista?
David Soll, Omicron Consulting

Abstract :

Windows Vista is a controversial upgrade to Microsoft?s previous workstation operating system, Windows XP. One of the key issues is how good Windows XP really is, making it difficult to decide if an upgrade is warranted. In addition, Windows Vista introduces a new user interface and you?ve just become comfortable with the Windows XP user interface and may not want to spend the time learning the new interface. If you are purchasing a new computer, you may be presented with the option to purchase it with Windows XP or Windows Vista, so which one should you select? David Soll will talk about some of the issues and differences between Windows XP and Windows Vista and when it makes sense to upgrade and when it makes sense to stay with your old operating system. He will also dispel many of the myths surrounding Windows Vista that have been adding to the confusion about what operating system to choose.

Bio :

David Soll is is the Vice President of Advanced Technology for Omicron Consulting in Philadelphia. He is also the Chairman of the Princeton Chapter of the IEEE Computer Society as well as the Chairman of the TCF Professional IT Conference. He has been working with computer technologies for over 30 years and holds a BS in Electrical Engineering from Drexel University. He has worked in computer programming, network engineering, systems analysis, and system architecture and design and is still active in the most technical aspects of computing.

11:40 am to 12:40 pm
Protecting your Intellectual Property with Patents, Trademarks, Copyrights, and Licenses
Jeffrey C. Neu, Law office of Jeffrey C. Neu

Abstract :

Jeffrey Neu, a New Jersey attorney, will speak about the process of obtaining software patents, what their worth is, and the controversy over whether software should be patentable at all. The presentation will explain what a patent is, procedures to protect your rights, and how to obtain a patent in the United States and abroad.? The presentation will also touch on such issues as the enforceability of "terms of services" agreements -- the EULA-- and what end users should know.

Bio :

Mr. Neu has been involved in a wide range of leading companies and organizations, and has lived and traveled around the world. He co-founded a development firm Tigerspike, focusing on Mobile Technology and Wireless Content Delivery in Australia, and also worked for the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, urging compliance with UNHCR guidelines and protocols, as well as complex analysis of Refugee law. In 2004, Mr. Neu co-founded CharityHelp International, where he currently serves as Vice-President and is on the Board of Directors. CHI is a leading non-profit organization fostering the growth and establishment of Women's Rights and Education, and Children's Welfare in developing countries.

12:50 pm to 1:50 pm
LP to MP3
David Ciotti, The College of New Jersey

Abstract :

David Ciotti review the various technologies for converting analog audio to digital audio with particular emphasis on the post popular system in use today, MP3.

Bio :

David Ciotti manages the electronics laboratory and provides electronics support for the School of Engineering at The College of New Jersey. He has been the Macintosh Technical support for Mercer County Community College and has taught Troubleshooting and Maintaining your Macintosh for CompuMaster.

2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
The Future of Computers
Allen Katz, The College of New Jersey

Abstract :

The past is our portal to the future. This talk will discuss what 33 years of TCFs can tell us about the future of computers. Among the topics to be covered are: What will be the impact of smaller size and greater speed? Will computers learn to understand speech and think in ways similar to humans? How will they affect communications, process control and prosthesis? Is teleportation possible? These and other topics will be considered with interaction from the audience welcomed.

Bio :

Allen Katz is a professor of Electrical/Computer Engineering at The College of New Jersey. He is co-founder of the Trenton Computer Festival and has been festival director for more than 25 years. He has more than 25 years of experience in the microwave, satellite and computer industries. Allen holds 16 patents and has written more than 80 technical publications. He is founder and President of Linearizer Technology, Inc. Allen has been a licensed Radio Amateur since 1956 and received the ARRL Technical Merit Award in 1976, the John Chambers Award in 1982, an IEEE Centennial Medal in 1984, the Martin Marietta Astro Inventor of the year award in 1993, and in 2002 the William Randolph Lovelace II Award for outstanding contributions to space science and technology. He was a Distinguished Lecturer and is Fellow of the IEEE.