by Mark Anderson | Apr 1, 2012 | Uncategorized
There’s a good chance you may not have heard of Autonomic Controls unless you’re in the custom installation business. Their Mirage Media Server could change all that. I took an MMS-2 Media server (the MMS-5’s little brother) for a spin for several weeks and here’s...
by Mark Anderson | Feb 1, 2012 | Uncategorized
HTML 5 has come a long way in the last year and is getting close to being ready for prime time. Before delving into the reasons why it’s perfect for digital signage, let’s take a step back and review the major changes in HTML 5 and it’s cousins, CSS3 and javascript....
by Mark Anderson | Dec 1, 2011 | Uncategorized
There’s been lots of talk of the Smart Grid for several years and many utility companies have rolled out Smart Meters and accompanying utility plans. The core concept of the Smart Grid is that utility companies monitor power usage and, in return for cheaper...
by Mark Anderson | Dec 1, 2011 | Uncategorized
Ever since I saw the first homes with wall-mounted touchscreens, controlling everything from music to security systems, I’ve yearned for an affordable solution with the high WAF’s (Wife Acceptance Factors) that ones in the glossy magazines and movies...