UML example
UML or Unified modelling language is the best tool for modelling object oriented systems. As we know, in objet oriented modelling and design, we identify...
ERD examples
ERD or Entity relationship diagram is the most common database design and modelling tool used in System Design phase. The diagram basically represents all data...
DFDs example
Data Flow Diagram is the widely used system design tool which aids in depicting flow of logic and data (commonly called process flow) within the...
Use Case Building – An example
Use cases are one of the excellent tools for representing functional requirements of a system. Use case modelling refers to modelling of system’s functions in...
Should countries like the United States push for agenda items like freedom of expression, intellectual property protection, and cybercrime prevention?
The freedom of expression, being one of the firmly stated and affirmed right in the US constitution, I think the question refers to effecting in...
Measures to ensure that offshore outsourcing does not adversely affect American jobs
Offshore outsourcing is a highly debated topic. It would be nice if we reflect on the reasons that has lead to offshore outsourcing – 1....
What is IT?
We have seen so much about IT and all of us have been a part of it by some means or other. We all know...
Information Management and career levels
Deepesh JosephAugust 2006 Information Management (IM) refers to any activity that leads to effective collection, storage, retrieval and analysis of information by focusing on business...
Compare and contrast data warehouse principles
Operational Vs Informational system : Operational Systems are those which are based on current data and thus supports current/day-to-day functioning of a business. Informational Systems...
Various kinds of Database Systems
a. Homogeneous vs. heterogeneous distributed database system Homogeneous database systems involve similar databases distributed over the network (on separate machines). Example of homogeneous database system...
Pros and Cons of normalizing data into 3NF form
Deepesh Joseph February 2009 The main purpose of normalization is to reduce data redundancy and avoid inconsistent data. Normalization leads to separation of unrelated entities...
Using a Steel Rule
Steel Rule is a measuring instrument used as a standard for measuring materials. It is made of stainless steel. The most convenient for the general...
Scriber
A scriber is a marking tool. It has a straight pointed tip and a bent pointed tip. It is used for marking and drawing straight...
Hammers
There are various types of hammers in use. The most commonly used hand hammer is Ball-Pane hammer. Other types are Cross Pane hammer and Straight...
Pipe Wrench
Pipe Wrench is a type of adjustable spanner which has wide use in tightening or loosening nuts and taps. It has one fixed jaw and...
Bench Vice
Vice is a device for holding work. There are various types of vices and the most common one is the Bench Vice. It consists of a...
How to use a File
File is another cutting tool and is available in a variety of lengths, grade cuts and shapes. Files are made of high carbon steel and...
How to use a Hack-Saw
Hack-Saw is a cutting tool used for cutting metal pieces, wide grooves etc. It consists of a metal frame fitted with handle made of wood....
How to use a Centre Punch?
Centre Punch is the commonest of all punches and is a steel rod 90 – 150 mm long and 8 – 13 mm in diameter....
Try Square
Try Square is used to test the smoothness of surfaces and to test the perpendicularity of a surface with respect to an adjacent one. It...