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nformation technology spreadsmost rapidly when it translates
scientificachievements intoproducts that consumers,businesses,
and governments can use. Current developments in information
technology draw fromboth the basic scientific principles behind
older inventions and from the ability of technology leaders to
Words to Understand
accelerometer
an instrument used for measuring acceleration
algorithms
sets of rules or instructions, typically used in computer programming
archivists
experts who work to restore and preserve old materials
end user
the individual actually using a product
gyroscope
a mechanical device using a rotating wheel to aid in navigation
HDMI
a standard for connecting high-definition video devices
heads-up display
a projection of information onto a windshield or visor
magnetometer
an instrument used for measuring magnetic force
Miracast standard
a wireless display standard for mirroring one screen to another
polarized
a method of restricting light waves to one direction
TECHNOLOGY AND
Information
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