cloud computing for the xo presentation
DESCRIPTION
Kim Toufectis' presentation on cloud computing options for the OLPC XO. This presentation was authored online in a cloud computing service. http://olpclearningclub.org/uncategorized/april-in-the-cloud/TRANSCRIPT
The OLPC has amazing hardware...
What do we like about the xo?
...and the software has great aspects, too...
On the other hand...
It can be sloooooooooooooow
It won't do many things at once
...and when did I agree to be a
system administrator?
It can run out of memory
What can fill the gaps?
How about help from someone else's computer?
No matter how remarkable it is, the xo has limits
Cloud computing is a metaphor for linking computers via
the Internet
Web mail got me started…
...then web productivity tools…
...now a game-changer:
Imagine...Not just a program on the web, or even my files, but
a whole computer!
But is this really safe?As a child, I kept my money safe and ready on my own...but now having others do it makes more sense.
So, what's the point here, for us?
Cloud computing extends the xo beyond some limitations• more memory• extra programs that do more things more easily• extra processing power
Cloud computing means worrying less about• computer hardware and software• when and how to back up data• whether to upgrade the operating system
If someone else takes care of these chores• can it using open source software?• can it happen for free?
What's the big picture?
Cloud computing changes what to look for in a computer:• Simpler• Lighter • Greener• Easier to administer • Cheaper
...in other words,
computing the world can afford!
Try it yourself!What to look for (more or less available) Free (no cost), and better still free and open source No software to download so it's ok to use at workSecure (wish I knew exactly what that means!)Runs passably on the xoEvolves over timeAd/logo freeAdaptableMusicFun!
Where to explore?
About me• Kim Toufectis• I'm an architect and planner• Learning low cost computing is a hobby• I still don't want to be my own system administrator• Despite some major missteps, I like OLPC and its mission
Considerations• Some of these tools are not free and open source software• Some of these tools insist on Adobe Flash Player• I've tested them on the xo's Firefox activity• You need internet connectivity!• My specifics may be wrong• It still isn't FAST...
Some fine print
