《计算机英语》Unit_12

nullUnit 12 The Outlook of New TechnologyUnit 12 The Outlook of New Technology计算机英语教程 教学课件ContentsContentsPart 1 Reading and Translating Section A: Mobile Web Section B: Internet of Things Section C: Cloud Computing Part 2 Simulated Writing: Cover Letter Part 3 Listening and Speaking Dialogue: Interview Listening Comprehension: Quantum Computer Dictation: Native XML Database1.1 Mobile Web1.1 Mobile WebIntroduction Mobile Internet Standards Development Seven Mass Media Limitations1.1 Mobile Web1.1 Mobile WebComplex Sentences 1.Original: The W3C has published guidelines for mobile content, and is actively addressing the problem of device diversity by establishing a technology to support a repository of device descriptions. Translation:W3C 已经发布了针对移动内容的指南，并正在积极致力于通过建立一种支持设备描述仓库的技术来处理设备多样性的问题。1.1 Mobile Web1.1 Mobile WebComplex Sentences 2.Original: Though Internet access “on the go” provides advantages to many, such as the ability to communicate by E-mail with others and obtain information anywhere, the Web, accessed from mobile devices, has a large number of limitations, which may vary, depending on the device. Translation:虽然“移动”接入互联网为许多人提供了便利，例如通过电子邮件与他人交流以及随时随地获取信息的能力，但是通过移动设备接入的Web 仍有大量的限制，这可能取决于设备。1.1 Mobile Web1.1 Mobile WebExercises I. Read the following statements carefully, and decide whether they are true (T) or false (F) according to the text. ___1．Multitouch smartphones and multitouch tablet computers contribute to Internet access and better browser— or application-based user Web experiences. ___2．There is some rigid distinctions between Mobile Web applications and native applications. ___3．Today a wide range of paid media content is consumed on mobile phones. ___4．Advertising appeared onto mobile in Finland sponsored by ads in 1998. ___5．Mobile devices don’t allow multiple windows for multi-tasking in the same screen.1.1 Mobile Web1.1 Mobile WebII. Choose the best answer to each of the following questions. 1．Which of the following can not be regarded as the incentive factor in the development of mobile Web? A．The direct access from mobile browsers to the hardware of mobile devices B．The increasingly blurred distinction between mobile Web applications and native applications C．Persistent storage and access to sophisticated user interface graphics functions D．The rise of larger form factor multitouch smartphones and multitouch tablet computersC1.1 Mobile Web1.1 Mobile WebII. Choose the best answer to each of the following questions. 2．Which of the following milestones happened latest in the development of mobile web? A．Mobile access to the Internet exceeded desktop computer-based access for the first time B．Multitouch tablet computers emerged C．The first access to the mobile Web was commercially offered D．The first ringing tone was sold on the mobile phoneD1.1 Mobile Web1.1 Mobile WebII. Choose the best answer to each of the following questions. 3．Which of the following mobile phone brands offered the first access to the mobile Web commercially? A．Apple B．Google C．Microsoft D．NokiaB1.1 Mobile Web1.1 Mobile WebIII. Translating. 1. Original: Mobile Web access today still suffers from interoperability and usability problems. Interoperability issues stem from the platform fragmentation of mobile devices, mobile operating systems and browsers. Usability problems are centered around the small physical size of the mobile phone form factors (limited resolution screens and user input/operating limitations). Translation: 2. Original The Mobile Web refers to the use of Internet-connected applications, or browser-based access to the Internet from a mobile device — such as a smartphone or tablet PC - connected to a wireless network. Translation:1.2 Internet of Things1.2 Internet of ThingsIntroduction Unique Addressability of Things Trends and Characteristics Applications 1.2 Internet of Things1.2 Internet of ThingsComplex Sentences Original: In the future the Internet of Things may be a non-deterministic and open network in which auto-organized or intelligent entities (Web services, SOA components), virtual objects (avatars) will be interoperable and able to act independently (pursuing their own objectives or shared ones) depending on the context, circumstances or environments. Translation:未来物联网可能是一种非确定的开放网络，其中，自组织或智能实体（Web 服务、SOA 组件），虚拟对象（阿凡达）将可依靠语境、情况或环境互操作并能够独立行动（追求自己的或共享的目标）。1.2 Internet of Things1.2 Internet of ThingsExercises I. Read the following statements carefully, and decide whether they are true (T) or false (F) according to the text. ___1．Unique identification of things can be achieved through some different means such as RFID,barcodes and 2D-codes. ___2．Ambient intelligence and autonomous control are part of the original concept of the Internet of Things. ___3．The original idea of the Auto-ID Center is basedon RFID-tags and unique identification through the Electronic Product Code. ___4．In an Internet of Things, the meaning of an event is based on a deterministic or syntactic model. ___5．In an Internet of Things, the system is an example of event-driven architecture and bottom-up made.1.2 Internet of Things1.2 Internet of ThingsII. Choose the best answer to each of the following questions. 1．Why is it said“Although the idea is simple, its application is difficult”in this article? A．Accurate linking between the physical object and virtual object B．Huge number of objects in the world C．Global access to the Internet D．Massive storage requirementB1.2 Internet of Things1.2 Internet of ThingsII. Choose the best answer to each of the following questions. 2．Which of the following items is (are) discussed about the trends of the IT in this article? A．Size B．Time C．Space D．All aboveC1.2 Internet of Things1.2 Internet of ThingsII. Choose the best answer to each of the following questions. 3．Which of the following description is RIGHT among the definitions for the Internet of Things? A．Based on standard and interoperable communication protocols B．A global network infrastructure C．Linking physical and virtual objects D．All aboveD1.2 Internet of Things1.2 Internet of ThingsIII. Translating. Original: The next generation of Internet applications using Internet Protocol Version 6 (IPv6) would be able to communicate with devices attached to virtually all human-made objects because of the extremely large address space of IPv6. Translation:1.3 Cloud Computing1.3 Cloud ComputingIntroduction How It Works Architecture Layers Deployment Models Cloud Storage The Intercloud Criticism of the Term1.3 Cloud Computing1.3 Cloud ComputingComplex Sentences Original: Just as centralized and standardized utilities free individuals from the difficulties of generating electricity or pumping water, cloud computing frees users from certain hardware and software installation and maintenance tasks through the use of simpler hardware that accesses a vast network of computing resources (processors, hard drives, etc.). Translation:正如集中和 标准 excel标准偏差excel标准偏差函数exl标准差函数国标检验抽样标准表免费下载红头文件格式标准下载 化的公用设施使个人免于自己发电或抽水的困难，通过利用接入庞大的计算资源网络（处理器、硬盘驱动器等）的更简单的硬件，云计算使用户摆脱特定的硬件和软件安装与维护任务。1.3 Cloud Computing1.3 Cloud ComputingExercises I. Read the following statements carefully, and decide whether they are true (T) or false (F) according to the text. ___1．The phrase “cloud computing” originated from the cloud symbol that is usually used by flow charts and diagrams to symbolize the Internet. ___2．“Islands of Information” emerged thanks to the widespread implementation of the TCP/IP protocol stack. ___3．Cloud based applications and services have already supported any type of software application or service in use today. ___4．There are five most significant components in the cloud computing architecture. ___5．Criticism of the Cloud computing concerns its mere marketing innovation instead of “real” innovation.1.3 Cloud Computing1.3 Cloud ComputingII. Choose the best answer to each of the following questions. 1．Which of the following descriptions is WRONG about the cloud computing according to this article? A．Cloud computing fundamentally allows for a functional separation between the resources used and the user’s computer B．Cloud computing utilizes the network as a means to connect user end point devices to resources that are centralized in a data center C．Data in cloud storage is generally hosted on dedicated servers by third parties D．Applications, platforms and infrastructures can be regarded as services in cloud computingB1.3 Cloud Computing1.3 Cloud ComputingII. Choose the best answer to each of the following questions. 2．Which of the following descriptions is RIGHT about the applications in cloud computing according to this article? A．Desktop applications which connect to cloud service would be considered as cloud applications B．Applications are managed at each customer’s site remotely via the Web C．Application delivery typically fits a one-to-one model D．Applications are updated with downloadable patches and upgradesC1.3 Cloud Computing1.3 Cloud ComputingII. Choose the best answer to each of the following questions. 3．Which deployment models of cloud computing should be used for clients with similar requirements and wanting to share infrastructure? A．Hybird Cloud B．Inter Cloud C．Combined Cloud D．Community CloudD1.3 Cloud Computing1.3 Cloud ComputingIII. Translating. 1. Original: Cloud computing refers to the provision of computational resources on demand via a computer network. Translation:1.3 Cloud Computing1.3 Cloud ComputingIII. Translating. 2. Original: The industry will only use the model to deliver services at ever increasing rates over proprietary systems, otherwise likening it to a “marketing hype campaign”. Translation:2.1 Simulated Writing: Cover Letter2.1 Simulated Writing: Cover LetterIntroduction Structure Sample Exercises3.1 Dialogue: Interview3.1 Dialogue: InterviewWork in pairs and make up a similar conversation by replacing the scenarios with other material in the below.3.2 Listening Comprehension Quantum Computer3.2 Listening Comprehension Quantum ComputerListen to the passage and the following 3 questions based on it. After you hear a question, there will be a break of 10 seconds. During the break, you will decide which one is the best answer among the four choices marked (A), (B), (C) and (D). Questions 1．What is the meaning of “a blend or superposition of these classical states”? 2．What kind of problems does quantum computer particularly fit for? 3．What is the prospect of quantum computer according to this article?3.3 Dictation: Native XML Database3.3 Dictation: Native XML DatabaseThis passage will be played THREE times. Listen carefully, and fill in the blanks with the words you have heard.