IT Seminars

In the world of computers Apple Macintosh products have been alternately viewed as toys, as the Rolls Royce of computers, as innovative; as incompatible and irrelevant. Apple's fortunes have gone up and down. The run-away success of products like the iPod and iTunes has kept Apple alive in minds of the public, but Apple also continues to innovate in its line of computers and software. The latest move to use the Intel chips has facilitated some important new developments, and its success with 'life style' software products continues. The speakers at this seminar attended the Apple World Wide Developers conference last month to catch up on the latest from Apple. They will present the highlights of the conference from each of their perspectives. Presenters: * Harry Harding, Mark Hodge, and Simon Høgh from ITS. * Dave Hayward from Apple Computer Division, Renaissance Ltd. Thursday 7th September at 1:00pm, Seminar Room, University College.

In the world of computers Apple Macintosh products have been alternately viewed as toys, as the Rolls Royce of computers, as innovative; as incompatible and irrelevant. Apple's fortunes have gone up and down. The run-away success of products like the iPod and iTunes has kept Apple alive in minds of the public, but Apple also continues to innovate in its line of computers and software. The latest move to use the Intel chips has facilitated some important new developments, and its success with 'life style' software products continues. The speakers at this seminar attended the Apple World Wide Developers conference last month to catch up on the latest from Apple. They will present the highlights of the conference from each of their perspectives. Presenters: * Harry Harding, Mark Hodge, and Simon Høgh from ITS. * Dave Hayward from Apple Computer Division, Renaissance Ltd. Thursday 7th September at 1:00pm, Seminar Room, University College.

Intranets are seen as a way to provide an online communication infrastructure for departmental documents, reports, schedules, bookings, timetables, etc. (the fantasy). James Kalmakoff, Associate Dean, Website & Communications, will present a case study of an intranet developed for the Department of Microbiology & Immunology. This is a non-technical presentation of how the 'plug and play' software from WebCrossing was used. Presenter: James Kalmakoff, Associate Dean, Health Sciences. When: Thursday 3rd August at 1:00pm.

Where: Seminar Room, University College.

Intranets are seen as a way to provide an online communication infrastructure for departmental documents, reports, schedules, bookings, timetables, etc. (the fantasy). James Kalmakoff, Associate Dean, Website & Communications, will present a case study of an intranet developed for the Department of Microbiology & Immunology. This is a non-technical presentation of how the 'plug and play' software from WebCrossing was used. Presenter: James Kalmakoff, Associate Dean, Health Sciences. When: Thursday 3rd August at 1:00pm. Where: Seminar Room, University College.

Hot topic, cool technology! Digital institutional repositories have become a hot topic in the last two years. An increasing number of universities are implementing them, because they provide valuable tools for scholarly communication and for enhancing the visibility and impact of research in the global community. The University of Otago is no exception and has successfully implemented three repositories since November 2005, through a project led by the School of Business in collaboration with the University Library and ITS. Come and hear the story, go live online to see the results and share in discussion about the issues. Presenters: Dr Graham McGregor (School of Business), Barbara Taylor (University Library) Monica Ballantine (University Library) Thursday 6th July at 1:00pm Burns 7, Arts I Building.

Hot topic, cool technology! Digital institutional repositories have become a hot topic in the last two years. An increasing number of universities are implementing them, because they provide valuable tools for scholarly communication and for enhancing the visibility and impact of research in the global community. The University of Otago is no exception and has successfully implemented three repositories since November 2005, through a project led by the School of Business in collaboration with the University Library and ITS. Come and hear the story, go live online to see the results and share in discussion about the issues. Presenters: Dr Graham McGregor (School of Business), Barbara Taylor (University Library)

Monica Ballantine (University Library) Thursday 6th July at 1:00pm Burns 7, Arts I Building.

New Zealand is the only country in the developed world without an advanced computer network for research and education. This omission is about to be rectified with the establishment of a very high speed national network, and significant improvements in international connectivity. This vital part of the country's infrastructure will bring new opportunities for New Zealand's engagement with the world research community, and stimulate research and education innovation nationally. The seminar will explain what the coming of the network will mean to the University of Otago, and explore the new opportunities the network will bring. "What happens when the lid [cap] is lifted?". All welcome - attendees will not require any technical IT knowledge. Presenter: Neil James, IT Strategy and Policy Consultant. Thursday 4th May at 1:00pm Seminar Room, University College.

New Zealand is the only country in the developed world without an advanced computer network for research and education. This omission is about to be rectified with the establishment of a very high speed national network, and significant improvements in international connectivity. This vital part of the country's infrastructure will bring new opportunities for New Zealand's engagement with the world research community, and stimulate research and education innovation nationally. The seminar will explain what the coming of the network will mean to the University of Otago, and explore the new opportunities the network will bring. "What happens when the lid [cap] is lifted?". All welcome - attendees will not require any technical IT knowledge. Presenter: Neil James, IT Strategy and Policy Consultant. Thursday 4th May at 1:00pm Seminar Room, University College.