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Daemon

September 1, 2021 Technology by Andreas 1 Comment

In multitasking computer operating systems, a daemon is a computer program that runs as a background process, rather than being under the direct control of an interactive user.

Definition and origin of word asynchronous / synchronous

April 24, 2021 Technology by Andreas Leave a Comment

Asynchronous vs Synchronous learning was one of the biggest debates in the last year.But what really means these words?If you combine the Greek word χρόνος (hronos means time or year ) and the Greek word συν (syn – means plus) you take the word σύγχρονος (sýghronos – someone that happens[…]

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