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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A Greener Future for Outdoor Digital Signage

This entry was published on September 23, 2010 by Richard N Williams

There are many advantages to using outdoor digital signage: Its engaging, flexible, versatile and dynamic allowing advertisements to be scheduled for key times and even multiple adverts displayed on a single space. But despite these advantages are there are drawbacks to using outdoor screens for promotion and advertising, especially when it concerns the environment. There […]

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Vandalism and Outdoor Screens – A Global Problem

This entry was published on September 22, 2010 by Richard N Williams

There is no denying the popularity of outdoor digital signage. Outdoor screens are now being implemented in all sorts of areas, particularly those with high rates of pedestrians so it is common to see displays in subways, metros and other public transport hubs. A growing problem for outdoor digital signage and using screens in any […]

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Protecting Outdoor Digital Signage from Vandalism and Impacts

This entry was published on September 21, 2010 by Richard N Williams

One of the most important aspects of running a digital signage campaign is to ensure the screens are fully operational. A dead screen is not only losing revenue it is halting any progression towards getting a return on the investment of installing screens in outdoor locations. Outdoor digital screens have to be well-protected from the […]

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IP65 – European Rating for Outdoor Digital Signage Enclosures

This entry was published on September 18, 2010 by Richard N Williams

As outdoor digital signage expands across Europe, more and more cities are employing screens in outdoor locations for advertising, information or entertainment, so the need to understand the challenges of using devices like LCD TVs in outdoor locations is becoming more ubiquitous. One common term often referred to when it comes to implementing outdoor digital […]

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Industrial and Medical Keyboards – Data Entry in Harsh or Sterile Surroundings

This entry was published on September 17, 2010 by Richard N Williams

Computers are a vital in most industries; No longer is the PC just a piece of office equipment they are used in almost every industry and environment imaginable from the factory floor to the hospital ward. Computer control and data storage makes most functions and processes easier and more efficient but using PCs in many […]

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Press Release: 46” – New Size of LCD Enclosure adds to our Range

This entry was published on September 16, 2010 by Richard N Williams

A new 46 ” LCD enclosure has been launched to meet customer demand for protecting this increasingly common sized in outdoor and harsh environments. Built to the same Armagard high standards, the new 46” LCD enclosure is manufactured from mild steel and is waterproof to IP65, temperature controlled and able to withstand impacts and vandalism. […]

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Outdoor Digital Signage Protection – Challenges and Solutions

This entry was published on September 15, 2010 by Richard N Williams

Using screens as out of home digital advertising is becoming an increasingly popular advertising and marketing tool. Many shopping malls, retail parks and stores now have screens installed as part of their in-house marketing. Indoor locations are not the only places where digital signage screens are installed for advertising, more and more outdoor locations are […]

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Using LCD Screens and Displays in Industrial Locations

This entry was published on September 14, 2010 by Richard N Williams

LCD devices have revolutionised the TV and display world. Flat panel screens are no longer just a device found in living rooms and TV parlours but is used for computer displays, digital signage and even on the shopfloor in factories and industrial locations. The reason for the success and widespread use of LCDs is two-fold; […]

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Outdoor Screens – Use by Industry

This entry was published on September 13, 2010 by Richard N Williams

More and more LCD, plasma and LED screens are being used in outdoor and there are a myriad of different industries that are now using outdoor screens for many different purposes. Outdoor Digital signage Public Information Direction and Wayfinding Timetables Advertising Advertising is one of the leading uses for outdoor screens and outdoor digital signage […]

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Uses of Outdoor Screens – Public Information

This entry was published on September 10, 2010 by Richard N Williams

Advertising and branding is commonly associated with the use of outdoor screens but outdoor digital signage is not the only use for using a modern flat screen display in an outdoor location; indeed, providing public information is by far the most common use of outdoor displays. From railway stations, bus stops and high street kiosks […]

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