All Articles By Richard N Williams

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Richard N Williams is a writer and journalist based in Birmingham, UK. He has many years of experience writing about all aspects of the internet and digital technology. He is the author of several technology related books and his articles have appeared in various publications, trade magazines and online journals.

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Modernising your Business with Digital Signage

This entry was published on March 31, 2011 by Richard N Williams

For many businesses, image is as important a factor as customer service, especially for retailers and other industries where customers regularly visit the location, and providing a good impression can make the difference between making a sale or not. Few people would buy clothes from a store where the items had been strewn over the […]

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Five Challenges of Using Outdoor Information Screens

This entry was published on March 30, 2011 by Richard N Williams

Providing the public with information has always been a challenge for many businesses and industries. From transport hubs like railway stations needing to keep people informed of delays and cancellations on the platform, to displays relaying ticket prices and show times outside theatres– using modern display screens is by far the most efficient method of […]

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Backyard TV – Household Luxury on a Budget

This entry was published on March 30, 2011 by Richard N Williams

Spending time in the garden or pack yard is one of the simplest pleasures in life, especially for those of us that only get to see the sun for a few precious weeks each year. Barbecues, parties, or drinks with friends, are just some of the pleasures having your own back garden can provide. Not […]

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Computer, Displays and Keyboards in Dentistry

This entry was published on March 27, 2011 by Richard N Williams

Good dentistry is all about keeping abreast of the latest techniques and technologies, and running a smooth dentist surgery these days means ensuring patient records are kept on computer. Computers are an essential aspect for nearly all medical settings now. Not only do they ensure accurate notes and patient confidentiality, they improve processes and make […]

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The Big Differences in using Digital Signage Indoors and Out

This entry was published on March 26, 2011 by Richard N Williams

Digital signage is one of the most effective forms of out of home advertising providing both, value for money and a large audience reach, unparalleled by other forms of out of home advertising. Digital signage is commonly found in areas of high footfall such as airports and other transport hubs, shopping malls and retail parks, […]

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Britain Continues to Embrace Digital Signage

This entry was published on March 25, 2011 by Richard N Williams

Another piece of research, now, which points to the growth of digital signage in retail environments. The study, compiled by POPAI (Point of Purchase Advertising International) for LG electronics, shows that the number of retail shops using screens, has quadrupled over the last three years. Over 46,000 retail shops in the UK, from convenience stores […]

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Digital Signage in Medical Settings

This entry was published on March 24, 2011 by Richard N Williams

One area where digital signage has really taken off is the use of display advertising in hospitals, clinics, pharmacies, dentists and other health locations. A lot of health centres now have dual purpose screens deployed. Commonly these are installed by big media networks such as Amscreen in the UK, and to no cost to the […]

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Using Touch Screens Outdoors

This entry was published on March 23, 2011 by Richard N Williams

Outdoor digital signage has become an incredibly popular form of out of home advertising. Used by all sorts of businesses it has many advantages over traditional outdoor advertising. Firstly, digital signage is a hands-free form of advertising, unlike static media there is no need to visit the sign once it is installed as all new […]

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Dooh Relief Content for Japan

This entry was published on March 19, 2011 by Richard N Williams

Following the tragic events in Japan last week, which has been the country’s worst natural disaster in several generations, leaving over thousands dead and over two million people without power, the digital signage industry has bandied together to help generate content for a Red Cross appeal. The Dooh4relief.com website contains several videos and images which […]

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Security Issues with Digital Signage

This entry was published on March 18, 2011 by Richard N Williams

One are that is often not thought about in the planning of a digital signage campaign is the security of the system, but digital screens are vulnerable to all sorts of problems that can be costly if not defended against. Despite the continued falling cost of displays and digital signage equipment, installing a screen network […]

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