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ICTA-initiated OpenOffice training in Matara
OpenOffice training at the IDM in Matara was launched on June 8 by
Computerland International (Pvt.) Ltd. in partnership with the
Information and Communication Technology Agency of Sri Lanka,
Computerland International (Pvt.) Ltd., one of the 16 grant recipients
under ICTA’s Replication Assistance Program, will implement the
OpenOffice training in Matara.
The training which is part of ICTA’s all island-pervasive goal of
converting Sri Lanka into an e-Society as per the policy statement of
the Mahinda Chintanaya of President Mahinda Rajapaksa will aim at
popularising the OpenOffice software in the Matara district.
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A section of the audience attending the introductory meeting at
the inauguration of the ICTA-initiated OpenOffice training in
Matara implemented by Computerland International (Pvt.) Ltd. |
Under this program, Computerland International (Pvt.) Ltd. will be
conducting comprehensive training programs including seminars and
workshops for school children, teachers and Nenasala Operators.
The subjects covered under the training program will be based on the
different components of OpenOffice, Writer, Calc, Impress, Draw, Base
and Math. Under this scheme more than 500 participants will be provided
hands-on training on the use of OpenOffice software.
Printed guide books in Sinhala will be distributed among the
participants. In addition, a sustained effort will be made to promote
OpenOffice software through posters, leaflets and road shows.
OpenOffice represents the next wave of office applications as it
provides total freedom to the users to down-load, copy and use the
software free of any licence fees. The user can copy and give them away
to anyone. Furthermore it provides a platform for enthusiastic users to
participate in and contribute to the continuing development of
OpenOffice.
OpenOffice is completely compatible with other popular office
packages including Microsoft Office. A document created by Microsoft
Office can easily be opened by OpenOffice.org.
ICTA’s e-Society Development Initiative (eSDI) Program Head,
Chitranganie Mubarak said that the objective of this project is to
create wider awareness of OpenOffice and popularise its use. “Since
OpenOffice is free, it gives freedom for users to copy and distribute”,
Chitranganie said.
Computerland International (Pvt.) Ltd. CEO V. Ramanah, said that it
was hard to believe that high quality and easy to use software like
OpenOffice could really be free. “Thanks to contributions of time and
money from many individuals and companies worldwide, OpenOffice is
available free for use today.
Furthermore, the open-source licence used by OpenOffice.org means
this freedom can never be taken away”, Ramnath said.
EPSI Computers, authorized distributors in Sri Lanka said that ASUS,
the world’s leading producer of motherboards, put world record-breaking
power into the hands of AMD Phenom II users with the launch of the ROG
(Republic of Gamers) Crosshair III Formula.
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Socket AM3 Motherboard |
Based on the AMD Socket AM3 platform, the Crosshair III Formula
harnesses its full complement of ROG-exclusive features and technologies
to unleash the full overclocking potential of Phenom II
processors-enabling budget-conscious enthusiasts and gamers to enjoy
extreme levels of performance at an affordable mid-price point.
Poised for Chart-topping Overclocking Performance
Group Product Manager, EPSI Computers Sankha Jayaratne said that
AMD’s Phenom II processors have proven capable of being pushed to high
frequencies when backed by the right hardware-such as the ASUS M4A79T
Deluxe-setting several 3DMark06 and CPU-Z world records in recent times.
The Crosshair III Formula, with its comprehensive array of
industry-leading ROG features, is set to take Phenom II overclocking a
big step further-both in terms of benchmarks and simplicity. ASUS’
exclusive CPU Level Up feature, enables gamers without much overclocking
knowledge to ‘upgrade’ their existing processor’s performance to that of
a better, more expensive processor with just a click or two. Sankha said
that this product will be imported on request.
MemOK! the world’s only One-click Memory Rescue Tool
Memory compatibility issues are often the bane of system upgraders,
and ASUS is the only motherboard manufacturer in the world that has
devised an ingenious tool solely to tackle memory-related problems.
Called MemOK!, ASUS’ exclusive innovation takes the guesswork and
anxiety out of memory upgrading, restoring user confidence and peace of
mind. In the event of a boot failure after installing new RAM, all the
user has to do is press an easily accessible button on the motherboard
and MemOK! will automatically load the failsafe settings needed to
ensure a successful system boot.
MemOK! is able to rapidly detect and resolve memory issues-even if
bad or unstable memory is used.
Supreme In-game Audio with SupremeFX X-Fi and Seamless OC Station
Compatibility The Crosshair III Formula is bundled with a SupremeFX X-Fi
sound card that delivers crisp audio and realistic EAX in-game sound
effects. X-Fi CMSS3D’s groundbreaking positional audio gives gamers a
distinct in-game advantage, while Crystalizer enhances overall audio
quality dramatically.
The Crosshair III Formula is also fully compatible with the new ROG
OC Station, a pure hardware-based, bay-mounted device with a large
three-inch display that takes overclocking to a whole new level of ease,
accuracy and sophistication.
When used in conjunction with the Crosshair III Formula, the
futuristic-looking OC Station grants users on-the-fly access to
overclocking parameters, fan speeds, system information and the
Crosshair III Formula’s ROG-exclusive features.
Students get great help from e-Sri Lanka - Royal College
Principal
The Colombo Royal College Principal Upali Gunasekera said that the
support the student population received from the e-Sri Lanka initiative
for improving their ICT talents was highly commendable. He said this
while participating at a media briefing held in Colombo recently.
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ICTA’s Head of Communications and Media, Athula Pushpakumara,
Royal College Principal Upali Gunasekera and Royal College
Mistress in charge of Royal College Sinhala Language and
Literary Unit Indra Madugoda and Royal College student
representatives at the head table. |
The principal emphasised the importance of developing ICT talents
from school level. He pointed out that comprehensive national programs
should be implemented further for this purpose.
Expressing on this occasion his appreciation of the project proposed
to be implemented by the Royal College Sinhala Literary Unit under the
e-Sri Lanka initiative with the objective of popularising the use of the
Sinhala language on the internet, principal Upali Gunasekera pointed out
that the Information and Communication Technology Agency of Sri Lanka (ICTA)
had demonstrated its strong commitment by providing the technical
support for achieving the Unit’s objective. Program Head of
Communications and Media, ICTA Athula Pushpakumara also participated in
the occasion.
The Royal College Sinhala Language and Literary Unit undertakes the
national task of empowering the present generation of students with
Information Technology and journalistic and Sinhala language skills.
This falls well in line with the overall spectrum of activities of
Royal College aimed at providing a wide range of services to its
students through information technology.
These activities include those of the Student Information Centre (www.inforoyal.com)
which enriches the inter-relationship among students, parents and the
staff. LE ROYALE (www.leroyale.tv), the official You Tube channel of
Royal College distributes various video clips of all important events of
the college.
Atom notebooks from ICM introduced
ICM introduces two out of the box notebook systems, the ICM S15S Dura
book and the ICM F10L Atom Notebook
  ICM
Dura book is a sturdy notebook with cutting edge technology and a
breathtaking design, providing time and tests as a super durable
invention. ICM Dura book is powered by Intel Santa Rosa Moerm latest
technology T7100 or T7500 Processor with WiFi and Bluetooth capability
and with a shock resistant, drop resistant, spill resistant Magnesium
alloy case-20 times stronger than ABS plastic and also featured with
optical disk lock -ODD bezel lock to prevent tray pop out during
dropping and battery protection - double protection smart battery
circuitry prevents damage caused by current or voltage surges and
overheating and can is tailor designed with every essential IT factor
brought to consideration.
ICM F10L Atom Notebook is a unique, ultra sleek notebook that is
lightweight in structure which weighs 1.62kg and 10.2 inch TFT LCD
clear, sharp with WSVGA screen and it is powered by Intel Atom latest
processor technology and made up with 4 in 1 media card reader and SIM
card slot, Wireless LAN, 1.3 Mega pixel webcam, fingerprint scanner,
Bluetooth, DVD dual, and perfect for the corporate leaders in the new
world whose constantly on the move.
Mobitel aids YouthMax to enhance IT skills of rural youth
Mobitel donated IT equipment recently to YouthMax, a non profit
organization with an island-wide network of 47 independent youth
organizations, with the aim of
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The CEO of Mobitel Suren J Amarasekara at the handing over event
with the CEO of YouthMax, Senaka Dambawinne. Also present are
(on the extreme right) Roshan Kaluarachchi, General Manager
Marketing, Senior General Manager Information Systems of Mobitel,
Saman Perera and (extreme left) Member Board of Directors
YouthMax, Aparajitha Ariyadasa. |
enhancing the IT skills of youth in rural areas where IT resources
are scarce.
Year 2009 has been declared the National Year of Information and
Communications Technology and this effort is an opportunity for Mobitel
to fulfill its aspiration of empowering the rural youth of Sri Lanka
through info-com knowledge. |
