Raspberry Pi Aims to Teach British Kids to Program
Michael Hines — May 9, 2011 — Unique
References: raspberrypi.org & technabob
Raspberry Pi has to be one of the coolest computers I have ever seen. Raspberry Pi is a palm-sized PC designed to teach children the basics of computer programming.
Raspberry Pi has two USB ports meant to plug into a monitor and keyboard. Once you have plugged in the peripherals, you are ready to start computing! The device supports basic Windows programs and can access the Internet.
The folks behind Raspberry Pi aim to get the computer into the hands of every British child. Since the device is set at a price of about $25, that doesn't seem like an unrealistic expectation. The computer packs quite a punch despite its size, with tech specs including a "700MHz ARM11 processor, 128MB of RAM, composite and HDMI ports for video, removable media and a USB 2.0 port," according to Technabob. Oh, and it can also decode 1080p30 H.264 video.
Raspberry Pi has two USB ports meant to plug into a monitor and keyboard. Once you have plugged in the peripherals, you are ready to start computing! The device supports basic Windows programs and can access the Internet.
The folks behind Raspberry Pi aim to get the computer into the hands of every British child. Since the device is set at a price of about $25, that doesn't seem like an unrealistic expectation. The computer packs quite a punch despite its size, with tech specs including a "700MHz ARM11 processor, 128MB of RAM, composite and HDMI ports for video, removable media and a USB 2.0 port," according to Technabob. Oh, and it can also decode 1080p30 H.264 video.
Trend Themes
1. Child-friendly Computing - The trend towards child-friendly computing is evident with the palm-sized PC Raspberry Pi, designed to teach children the basics of computer programming.
2. Affordable Personal Computers - The availability of affordable personal computers, like the Raspberry Pi, is rising and making it easier for more people to access resources.
3. Online Learning Platforms - The development of online learning platforms is increased by the use of palm-sized PCs like the Raspberry Pi, which enhance tech literacy at a younger age.
Industry Implications
1. Education - The Education industry has an opportunity to innovate and improve digital learning environments for students through the provision of user-friendly and affordable computers like the Raspberry Pi.
2. Tech Hardware - The Tech Hardware industry can capitalize on the child-friendly computing trend by developing more palm-sized and affordable personal computers that target consumers with lighter computing needs.
3. E-learning - E-learning platforms have a significant boost in their ability to provide interactive and creative computer programming curriculums through build-it-yourself products like the Raspberry Pi.
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