THE FASTEST TRAIN IN THE WORLD!

Assalamualaikum and salam satu Master (ahaks, tak sabo nak habis belajar :D). 

Today I want to share my experience while pursuing my master's program with UiTM. The classess is held at KUPTM Kuala Lumpur every Friday and Saturday. But, I live in Kuantan, Pahang. So,  I have to travel from Kuantan to Kuala Lumpur each week by bus every Friday. I'll take the morning bus that schedule at 8.30 am every Friday. The bus arrived in KL will stop at two stetion which is Pekeliling Station and then Terminal Bersepadu Selatan station at Salak Selatan, KL (TBS). and normally I would stop at TBS. Next, I have to rush to the Rapid KL LRT station to get train to the station near Pandan Jaya KUPTM. in order to go to Pandan Jaya station, I have to stop at Chan Sow Lin station and take Ampang line train. And the whole journey from TBS will take about 20 minutes to arrive at Pandan Jaya as long as the train at Chan Sow Lin is not delay the arrival. (dan penantian itu satu penyeksaan huhu). Well, you might woundering what is the relation of this with IT?

Actually, I am wondering, if the train is as fast as Bullet Train, I may able to arrive early and do not have to rush (teringat filem rush hour). So today, i want to share the top 10 fastest train in the world!....

Shanghai Maglev

Shanghai Maglev tops the list with its maximum operational speed of 430km/h and average speed of 251kmph. The Maglev started commercial operations in April 2004. It runs on the 30.5km Shanghai Maglev Line, which is the first commercially operated high-speed magnetic levitation line, extending from Longyang Road Station of Metro Line 2 and ending at Shanghai Pudong International Airport. 

retrieved from: http://www.railway-technology.com/features/feature-top-ten-fastest-trains-in-the-world/

Harmony CRH 380A

Harmony CRH 380A, with maximum operational speed of 380kmph, is currently the second fastest operating train in the world. The electric multiple unit (EMU) set a record by speeding at 486.1kmph during its trial operation on the Shanghai-Hangzhou intercity high-speed railway in December 2010. The CRH 380A was put into operation in October 2010. It operates from Beijing to Shanghai and provides daily service along Wuhan to Guangzhou route. These train speciality is free from vibration (wowww!!). And its high design speed is a result of research carried out at various Chinese universities. As you can see the design is like a space shuttle to reduce the wind resistance. 

retrieved from: http://www.railway-technology.com/features/feature-top-ten-fastest-trains-in-the-world/

AGV Italo

AGV Italo is the first train in the AGV Series which entered into service in April 2012. It has a maximum operational speed of 360kmph. The train broke a record speed of 574.8kmph in April 2007. Considered to be the most modern train in Europe, The train currently runs on the Napoli - Roma - Firenze - Bologna - Milano corridor. The train complies with the European TSI interoperability standard, which includes safety, reliability and availability, health, environmental protection and technical compatibility. (they say that it the safest fast train in the world).

retrieved from: http://www.railway-technology.com/features/feature-top-ten-fastest-trains-in-the-world/

Siemens Velaro E / AVES 103

Velaro E, designated as AVE S 103 in Spain, is the fastest series-production high-speed train in the world. It achieved a whopping speed of about 400kmph during its test trips in Spain. The train possesses an operational speed of 350kmph. It was delivered in July 2005 and began operations in June 2007. 

retrieved from: http://www.railway-technology.com/features/feature-top-ten-fastest-trains-in-the-world/

Talgo 350 (T350)

Talgo 350, which initially achieved a maximum speed of 365kmph during its trial run. The train has a maximum operational speed of 350kmph. T350 was developed by Patentes Talgo (Tren Articulado Ligero Goicoechea Oriol) and manufactured by Patentes Talgo in collaboration with Bombardier Transportation. Commonly known as El Pato meaning The Duck in Spanish (it do not really look like a duck, right?). The train has been operating on the Madrid-Zaragoza-Lleida section of the Madrid-Barcelona line in Spain since 2005. 

retrieved from: http://www.railway-technology.com/features/feature-top-ten-fastest-trains-in-the-world/

E5 Series Shinkansen Hayabusa

E5 Series Shinkansen Hayabusa trains, which entered service in March 2011, with an initial maximum speed of 300km now run on the Tohoku Shinkansen Line with a maximum operating speed of 320kmph. Currently the fastest in Japan, the train achieved a speed of about 400kmph during trials. The train was manufactured by Kawasaki Heavy Industry (KHI) and Hitachi, The train features full active suspension (FSA) system, which reduces the vibration, and a 15m long nose which reduces the sound blast in tunnels. (cool :))

retrieved from: http://www.railway-technology.com/features/feature-top-ten-fastest-trains-in-the-world/

Alstom Euroduplex

Alstom-built Euroduplex is the third generation of TGV Duplex (look below), which entered service in December 2011. The trains in the series are touted to be the only double-decker, interoperable high-speed trains capable of running on European networks at 320kmph. The Euroduplex was initially introduced on the Rhine-Rhone LGV high-speed rail line. The train is capable of transporting 1,020 passengers (multiple units), compared to TGV Duplex which transports about 512 passengers. Euroduplex trains are designed to operate on French, German, Swiss and Luxembourgish rail networks. They are equipped with traction systems adapted to different electric currents used across Europe. Some of the trains in the series will also be capable of operating in Spain.

retrieved from: http://www.railway-technology.com/features/feature-top-ten-fastest-trains-in-the-world/

TGV Duplex

TGV Duplex was manufactured from 1996-2004. They are operated by SNCF and were manufactured by Alstom and Bombardier. The trains can reach maximum speeds of 300kmph to 320kmph. TGV Duplex is Alstom's first third-generation double-decker/duplex train. It provides a seating space for 512 passengers in its upper and lower decks. The train is constructed of aluminium to reduce weight. 

retrieved from: http://www.railway-technology.com/features/feature-top-ten-fastest-trains-in-the-world/

Elettro Treno Rapido 500 (ETR 500) Frecciarossa Trains

Elettro Treno Rapido 500 (ETR 500) Frecciarossa trains entered into service in 2008. The trains are designed for a maximum speed of 360kmph and currently run at 300kmph on high speed lines. The Frecciarossa (Red Arrow) is a renovated version of the ETR 500. The renovated trains operate between Rome and Milan. The cars are equipped with climate control and sound insulation, and feature ergonomic seats to provide maximum comfort. 

retrieved from: http://www.railway-technology.com/features/feature-top-ten-fastest-trains-in-the-world/

THSR 700T

The THSR 700T operates on the high-speed line between Taipei and Kaohsiung in Taiwan. The train entered into service with Taiwan High Speed Rail in January 2007. It operates at a speed of 300kmph reducing the journey time between the two cities from four hours to just 90 minutes. It was constructed by Kawasaki, Hitachi and Nippon Sharyo. Based on Kawasaki's 700 series Shinkansen trains, the 700T was the first Taiwanese rolling stock to import Japanese high speed rail technology. 

retrieved from: http://www.railway-technology.com/features/feature-top-ten-fastest-trains-in-the-world/

So, these are the list of top 10 fastest train in the world..So, do you think we can have any one of these in Malaysia?? 

P/S: I would like to give my gratitude to www.railway-technology.com as the source of the information and the picture. 

I like the shape and design of Harmony CRH 380A. It looks futuristic and also fast. "Its a bird? Its a Plane? NO!!! Its Harmony CRH 380A!!" Hahaha!

MY EXPERIENCE WITH HP PAVILION 23 AND WINDOWS 8.

Assalamualaikum and Salam sejahtera to who ever reading this entry, and thank you for all of your support.. ahaks (macam la famous amos sangat). Before I start my entry, I would like to deliver my gratitude and thanks to Allah S.W.T because still gives opportunity to be alive and appreciating HIS greatness. (Surah Al-Iklas:1-4). 

Back to our business, today I would like to share my experience of using my computer and the operating system.  

WINDOWS 8 

Window 8 is a personal computer operating system developed by Microsoft as part of the windows family of operating systems. According to the world wide web, the development of windows 8 started before the release of Windows 7 (its predecessor) in 2009. Windows 8 operating system was released to manufacturing on 1st August 2012, and was released for general availability on 26th October 2012. I start using Windows 8 around in 2014 which installed in the office new computer because of the big flood incident in Pahang which happened on 2013 and the higher up replace with HP Pavillion 23 :) (not my PC ok :P) and i actually feel excited and at the same time feel resist to use it because I already feel comfortable with Window 7. However, I am fast to accept this new operating system because it is more convenience, user friendly and have many additional software that can help me in my daily office work. Windows 8 lets you to do some cool new stuff. It also allow us to do old tasks in exciting new ways.

Windows 8 allows you to pin people, news feeds and even your favorite sports teams to your start-screen. This will help you quickly get to information about the things that are important to you. I will share on how to do it:

To pin something to the start-screen:

1. Access the menu bar from a supported app
2. Select "Pin to Start"

Do you happen to forget your password and give you hard day? You'll love the new Picture Password feature. This allows you to sign in to your Windows 8 device using any combination of circles, lines, or taps on a picture of your choosing.

To set up your Picture Password, follow these simple steps:

1. Navigate to PC Settings
2. Select "Users"
3. Select "Create Picture Password"
4. Configure your password

You can unlock your computer with this new method, or press the "Switch to Password" button on the logon screen to enter your standard user password.

P/S: Thanks to youtube that becomes the reference on how to utilize Windows 8 at maximum :D  

Retrieved from: http://www.maclife.com/article/gallery/weeks_10_hottest_apple_news_stories_june_1

HP Pavilion 23

My office computer: HP Pavilion 23 

When I first get this PC from IT department, I spontaneously ask to them, where is the CPU?It was very embarrassing, because the CPU is actually installed inside the thin monitor screen (tanjat tite tau). Actually...i still not really able to use this new computer smoothly. However,  the HP Pavilion 23 is a home base for the digital office and convenience. With a thin, easel design and a 23" Full HD display, it's super flexible and easy to use. But it still gives me the computing essentials I need. With processing power for multitasking and stunning graphics for fun and games, the HP Pavilion All-in-One is a good PC for my daily task. Here is some specification of HP Pavilion 23 computer.

Retrived from internet

HP Pavilion 23 comes with Multicore processor which can give the better performance and work more efficiently. In addition, it also have built-in webcam which allowed us to chat face to face, plus capture video and still images in HD. HP Pavilion 23 included with Wireless LAN 802.11 b/g/n network which allowed me to surf the web without cables and connect to wireless printers and other devices in the office. Please freely click this link to learn more about HP Pavilion 23 specification and features.

LEVITATING SPEAKER: 2015 CRAZY GADGET

Assalamualaikum to all viewers!

When I watched this video in Youtube, I was speechless. The speaker really does float. I felt like this is a brilliant innovation. Well, it may just a speaker, but the Y generation kind to love new and crazy things, especially gadget. They like new idea. It looks cool and using magnet technology. the speaker balanced correctly on top of magnetized base and have a shiny chrome centerpiece.

I had done some reading about this gadget and find out some information which I would like to share with all my viewers. The speaker will cost you $200 and it have 3W output power. These speaker can connect to hand-phone via Bluetooth for hands-free calling. According to the forums, this gadget deliver advanced audio performance and with full natural sound.

retrieved from: https://www.stsflorida.com/store/p61/Air_2_Bluetooth_Levitating_HD_Speaker_Wireless_-_CSBT-311-PNK_-_Pink.html

The magnetism of the speaker also allowed it to attach to refrigerator or any things that can have magnetism effect. So, we can hear our favorite song even at the kitchen while cooking. in addition, it able to transmit signal from 10 meter distance and the battery also long lasting. They says that it can play for 5 hours non stop.

In conclusion, the world is moving faster day by day and technology is advancing every seconds. This gadget is a clear example of technology advancement and innovations. I am wondering, that the floating car in Doraemon anime that we watch during our childhood is not really far from become reality :)

retrieved from: https://forum.lowyat.net/topic/3748834/all

VIRTUAL LASER KEYBOARD!!

Today, I would like to share another entry on gadget technology. Actually a few minutes ago, i do not have any idea on what kind of technology to share with you guys. But then, while I am searching around in the internet, I was amazed with one technology called as Virtual Laser Keyboard. 

   

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Virtual Laser Keyboard is a laser technology which is a technology that combines laser projector technology and sensors that detect the key presser, and a Bluetooth connection which can be connected to the tablet and smartphone.

Based on the review of the consumer, these technology is satisfactory because it has some disadvantages such as less responsive keyboard when the user types fast on the keyboard. However, the laser keyboard is well visible and makes a sound when the keyboard is pressed, so it adds value to the user.

So, I am looking forward for this technology to evolve till become a technology like hologram keyboard or Jarvis used by Tony Stark. :P

Tony Stark with his Jarvis

ENIAC! ONE OF THE FIRST COMPUTER EVER MADE.

Nowadays, we are bless with sophisticated technology and rapid development use of information systems. But, we as generation Y users actually never bother to think what was the fist computer looks like..? So I was motivated to do searching in world wide web and find out that one of the pioneer of computer was ENIAC.

Electronic Numerical Integrator and Calculator (ENIAC) was the first electronic general purpose computer. It was Turing-complete, digital and capable of being reprogrammed to solve large numerical problems. The ENIAC was the first electronic computer used for general purposes, such as solving numerical problems. It was invented by J. Presper Eckert and John Mauchly at the University of Pennsylvania in an effort to calculate artillery firing tables for the United States Armys Ballistic Research Laboratory.

Eniac is a huge computer which need the whole room to fill in. 

Well, actually these computer was only for the military purpose. In addition, I found out that it was one use to calculate the feasibility of the hydrogen bomb.

In my opinion, we must be grateful for the scholars and scientists who have developed computer technology which we noe use for everyday use and facilitate the work of our everyday. :)

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