A United States Defense Standard often called a military standard, "MIL-STD", or "MIL-SPEC", is used to help achieve standardization objectives by the U.S. Department of Defense.
MIL-STD 810E refers to the type of testing that the mobile computer is put through to determine its ruggedness. Rugged mobile computers will state that it is MIL-STD 810E rated or may say it is MIL-STD 810F compliant. They both mean the same level of ruggedness is applicable. MIL-STD 810F is just a revision of MIL-STD 810E and applies more to the testing process rather than the resulting rating. MIL-STD 810E and F are the highest standards for ruggedized testing for mobile computers.
To learn more about MIL-STD or MIL-SPEC visit http://www.groupmobile.com/standards.asp
Senin, 03 Agustus 2015
New National Certificate community
I've created a new community for people interested in National Certificate provision in Computing/IT.
We are currently developing a number of new units in this area and a review of the whole NC portfolio will take place later this year so it seemed a good idea to create a dedicated forum.
You can subscribe by visiting the home page or sending an e-mail.
We are currently developing a number of new units in this area and a review of the whole NC portfolio will take place later this year so it seemed a good idea to create a dedicated forum.
You can subscribe by visiting the home page or sending an e-mail.
Minggu, 02 Agustus 2015
Submit your Product Review Now!
We’ve had a great response to our request for Product Reviews. Thank you to everyone who has contributed so far! If you haven’t sent in your review yet please take a few minutes to answer our quick 4-question survey so we can add your thoughts to our Product Reviews Page.
Here are a few of the reviews we’ve received so far…
Panasonic Toughbook 74
Reviewed by Van S. on July 9, 2010
"I travel frequently and visit a lot of construction sites. I was getting tired of replacing my commercial laptop a few times a year and decided to buy something sturdier. My CF-74 has held up great! I have had it for about 18 months now and haven't had any issues with performance or durability."
Getac B300
Reviewed by Tomas R. on July 10, 2010
"I'm amazed at how well this computer is sealed! It's a good size and weight, and the backlit keyboard is one of the best I've seen."
Trimble Ranger
Reviewed by Darrin F. on July 10, 2010
"I settled on the Trimble Ranger because I needed a bigger keypad and I've not been disappointed. It's so easy to handle in the field. I would like a bigger screen, but that's my only request."
For more information regarding rugged mobile computing visit www.groupmobile.com or call us at 1-866-RUGGED-8.
Here are a few of the reviews we’ve received so far…
Panasonic Toughbook 74
Reviewed by Van S. on July 9, 2010
"I travel frequently and visit a lot of construction sites. I was getting tired of replacing my commercial laptop a few times a year and decided to buy something sturdier. My CF-74 has held up great! I have had it for about 18 months now and haven't had any issues with performance or durability."
Getac B300
Reviewed by Tomas R. on July 10, 2010
"I'm amazed at how well this computer is sealed! It's a good size and weight, and the backlit keyboard is one of the best I've seen."
Trimble Ranger
Reviewed by Darrin F. on July 10, 2010
"I settled on the Trimble Ranger because I needed a bigger keypad and I've not been disappointed. It's so easy to handle in the field. I would like a bigger screen, but that's my only request."
For more information regarding rugged mobile computing visit www.groupmobile.com or call us at 1-866-RUGGED-8.
IT SVQs - Smartgroup
Unfortunately the previous IT SVQ Smartgroup seemed to be having technical problems recently and members who were subscribed had been removed from the group automatically in error.
This problem has now been resolved and a new SVQ Smartgroup has been created with all SVQ IT related documentation uploaded.
Please take a few minutes to re-subscribe by e-mailing the address below:
svqit-subscribe@smartgroups.com
This problem has now been resolved and a new SVQ Smartgroup has been created with all SVQ IT related documentation uploaded.
Please take a few minutes to re-subscribe by e-mailing the address below:
svqit-subscribe@smartgroups.com
£100 grant for IT training
Today's Herald has a front page story about Individual Learning Accounts. Every adult in Scotland is now entitled to a £100 grant towards certificated IT training up to SCQF level 5 (Intermediate 2).
A wide range of Computing awards can be used -- but PC Passport (at Intermediate 1/2 levels) is particularly suitable. The low cost of PC Passport should mean that centres can effectively offer this qualification for £10 (the minimum charge) - which will make it hugely attractive to prospective students.
Centres should expect a big increase in interest when they are enrolling.
A wide range of Computing awards can be used -- but PC Passport (at Intermediate 1/2 levels) is particularly suitable. The low cost of PC Passport should mean that centres can effectively offer this qualification for £10 (the minimum charge) - which will make it hugely attractive to prospective students.
Centres should expect a big increase in interest when they are enrolling.