The following topics are examples from past CS100w students and some
examples of how to narrow the topic by looking at specific aspects of
the technology. You will most likely need to discuss the topic you choose
with your instructor for final approval
| Main Topic |
Specific Aspects or Terminology to Help Narrow
Your Search |
| Processors |
Microprocessor, Bus speed, Processor architectures,
Microprocessor chips |
| CPUs |
Memory, Multithreading, Processors, Cache |
| Screens |
Temperature control in LCD screens, Temperature stability,
Heat dissipation in LCDs, Radiation in LCDs |
| Routers |
Programmable routers, Scalable or high-performance
active routers, Traffic modeling, Wireless routers, Security, Router
architecture, How routers work with firewalls |
| Wireless Networking |
In the workplace, Offices, Security |
| Scanners |
Desktop scanners, Microscopy scanners, Medical body
scanners |
| Cell phones |
Health risks, Cancer, Digital cameras, Email, Wireless
communications, Digital vs. analog (outdated now except using cell
instead of land-security issues) |
| Laptops |
Cooling, Fans, Heat pipe cooling, Processors, Screens |
| Videoconferencing |
Reliability, Productivity, Security |
| PDAs |
Mobile Internet or email, In the medical field |
| Bluetooth |
Wireless, Security, Cell phones |
| Databases |
Algorithms |
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