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Meet Valdis Iljuconoks – Visual C# MVP from Latvia
Tell us who you are?
My name is Valdis Iljuconoks. I come from Latvia – small but promising country in Easter Europe besides Baltic Sea. I’m almost 30 years old and working in software development company – Nexum Insurance Technologies – which is providing software and services for insurance and financial market.
Tell us about your MVP history, when were you first awarded?
Currently it’s second time I’m rewarded as a MVP. First nomination was at 2009 January.
What do you do in order to keep up with latest tools and technologies?
I’m actively reading blogs and searching for latest information on IT industry. I do take participation of some internal mailing lists and do have some regular chat with local industry experts as well.
What does being an MVP mean to you?
It’s an honor to me to be an MVP. One thing is that being an MVP it means to access some internals of Microsoft and to be able to get some news and take some participation in stuff that other is going to use after some time. However it also means kind of some status within community and people I talk to.
New Smart business solutions enhance meeting experiences powered by Windows
Smart Technologies has announced that it has recently launched in the Middle East its new Smart business solutions, comprising integrated hardware and software products developed specifically to provide customers with easy-to-use tools that improve collaboration in interactive meeting spaces.
The new Smart business solutions line includes Smart Board interactive whiteboards, Smart Board interactive whiteboard systems and collaboration software, including Smart Meeting Pro 2.0 collaboration software and Smart Bridgit 4.0 conferencing software.
The range of Smart Board interactive whiteboard models ships with Smart Meeting Pro. Smart Board interactive whiteboard systems include a Smart Board interactive whiteboard with integrated projector and either Smart Meeting Pro or a collaboration appliance. Smart business solutions provide easy and immediate access to data and applications, enabling meeting participants to review files, share information and save and distribute their work to all team members. The components of Smart business solutions integrate easily, so users can create a solution that truly meets their needs – whether they want to upgrade their meeting rooms from flipcharts and dry-erase whiteboards or connect people in several locations in real time.
Acer Ferrari One netbook powered by Windows 7 and AMD
Acer, the second largest PC vendor and the number one netbook provider globally, presents the world’s most exclusive netbook series, the Ferrari One powered by AMD. The Ferrari One is an ultra-thin lightweight netbook, weighing just 1.5 kilos. It features an 11.6-inch high definition LCD screen and exclusive Ferrari-engraved touchpad, which offers multi-gesture functionality for ultrafast navigation.
“The Ferrari name has always been associated with performance and reliability. Tech-savvy customers across the Middle East region will appreciate the precision-driven supremacy and the powerful design elements of the Ferrari One,” said Mark Prosser, Product Marketing Manager, Mobility Products, Acer Computer Middle East.
The Ferrari also comes with Acer’s Grid Vista, which simultaneously shows eight windows on dual display. In addition, the Dolby Home Theatre delivers an extraordinary audio-video experience.
Microsoft Jordan hosts business intelligence solutions workshop for customers and partners in Jordan
Microsoft Jordan hosted a training workshop for 150 of its customers and partners on the increasing importance of effective and integrated business intelligence (BI) solutions that will help drive better decision making across organizations and government institutions, resulting in improved IT skills, reduced costs and enhanced business performance. The training workshop was exclusively sponsored by four Microsoft Partners that include STS, BEAT, ElixirSoft and Estarta.
The workshop was delivered by strategic consultant Rafal Lukawiecki who presented the attendees with training on what is required to deliver state-of-the-art reporting, analytic and performance management solutions using Microsoft BI. Lukawiecki, a frequent and popular speaker at Microsoft’s global events over the last 12 years, is a specialist in analyzing and forecasting trends in the field of Information Technology, BI, statistics, data mining, security and IT architecture.
LG releases ultra-portable Windows 7 powered notebook with all-day battery life
LG Electronics (LG), a global leader and technology innovator in mobile communications, recently announced the launch of its flagship LG Widebook T380. This 13.3-inch slim and light notebook packs Intel’s ultra low voltage (ULV) processor to improve mobility and boost battery life.
The longer battery life doesn’t come at the expense of speed, though, as the Intel Core 2 Duo SU7300 ULV 1.3GHz processor, paired with up to 4GB DDR2 memory, doubles the performance of a netbook fitted with an Atom CPU while consuming 60% less power than a normal CPU. A standard 8-cell battery allows consumers to use it for up to 10.5 hours between charges; enough for a long flight or an entire day of working on the road. The LG T380 is a road warrior’s dream, as the slim design measures only 25mm thick and tips the scales at a scant 1.89kg.
“An emerging trend in the notebook market is for consumers to look towards products with long-lasting batteries blended with desktop performance,” said Mr H.S Paik, President of LG Electronics Gulf FZE. “We are intently focusing on enhancing mobility and connectivity while ensuring productivity. In light of this, we believe that the LG T380 is at the forefront of notebook design and engineering, and helps LG cement its position as a leader in the mobile computing industry.”
