Suppose we have to deploy pervasive computing environment using platforms: desktop, laptop and smart phones.
a. How it could be beneficial or restricted if analyzed on parameters of cost, energy consumption, computing speed and connectivity?
b. Is there some single option/platform better for all situations? Justify your answer
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B.) i think Smart phones can be used as a single platform for pervasive computing environment.
since power consumption is lower then a desktop and Laptop.
and cost is also less. and in smart phones we have an option of data plan for connectivity so it provides a better option.
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| | | Prices for a computer (desktop or laptop) can vary widely, depending on its capabilities, storage, and features. A more powerful computer will be more expensive, but computer prices can range from $300 to $2000. | | | Laptops can have a fairly wide variety of component options, but they are more limited than desktops. To get a more powerful laptop (higher speed, better graphics, more storage space, etc.), the price can be considerably higher, ranging up to $1500 or more, depending on the brand. | | | Cell phones, specifically smartphones, can vary in price based on power and various features, but not as much as computers. Prices can be $100 to $500 in most cases with a contract. | |
| | | More powerful computing processors typically require greater amounts of power and cooling. Computers are equipped to provide these requirements for processors, thus being able to feature higher computing power overall. | | | Using a laptop can save about 50% or more of electricity that can compensate for the extra price that one has to pay for it over a desktop. | | | Smartphones are more compact and do not have the capability of providing the amount of power and cooling that more powerful processors require. They are limited to lower voltage processors, although processors of this type are becoming more advanced and powerful. | |
| | | Desktop processors are a little bit larger in size, but this also means the desktop processors can be more powerful than laptop processors. New, advanced processors on the market are typically available in desktop computers first. | | | Laptop processors have nearly caught up to desktop processors, but are still limited when compared to desktop processors. Gaming laptops can have an equal performance, but have a much higher price. | | | comparatively slower then Desktop and Laptop | |
| | | Although a computer can connect to a 3G, 4G or other phone network, computers do not come with the necessary equipment. | | | | Smartphones have a data plan that allows them to be connected to the Internet at all times, as long as the phone is receiving a signal from a cell phone tower. | |
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