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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History of Signs – from Roman Columns to Digital Signage

This entry was published on May 15, 2009 by Richard N Williams

The growth of digital signage and use of innovations such as plasma screens and LCD enclosures has caused a revolution but this is nothing new in the history of signage. Signs have been around since human beings first began expressing themselves by drawing in caves. Whilst most of these images were probably ritualistic or spiritual […]

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Outdoor Digital Signage – a Death Knell for Neon?

This entry was published on May 14, 2009 by Richard N Williams

There is something exciting about a street filled with neon lights, the gentle buzz and the flickering colours that advertise everything from sex to jazz clubs makes the perfect setting to any film noir. However, the streets of Soho and the sidewalks of Sunset Boulevard may start to look a lot different as the use […]

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IP65 Digital Signage – An Explanation

This entry was published on May 13, 2009 by Richard N Williams

  With the growing use of outdoor digital signage the term IP65 is becoming more relevant and commonplace in the advertising and information sectors. IP65 is a European rating system that has been around for many years. Its primary use was to allow contractors to establish the protection and electrical component’s enclosure would afford against […]

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Alternative Solution to Outdoor Digital Signage

This entry was published on May 11, 2009 by Richard N Williams

The use of modern TV technology in the signage industry has increased dramatically as the prices of LCD and plasma screens have plummeted in recent years. The technology has also increased in performance with better picture quality and more durable components making them more reliable and allowing their use for advertising and signage purposes. Digital […]

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Selecting a Touchscreen for an Industrial Application

This entry was published on May 8, 2009 by Richard N Williams

Touchscreen monitors are an ideal tool for any industrial, production or manufacturing environment. Some touchscreens are ideal for working in dirty environments as they can tolerate dirt and moisture that would quickly disable a keyboard or a mouse, whilst other varieties of touch screen are incredibly durable able to withstand the most ham-fisted operator. Touchscreens […]

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Planning to Use Digital Signage Outdoors?

This entry was published on May 7, 2009 by Richard N Williams

It seems that digital signage has infiltrated every aspect of our lives with LCD and plasma screens now being used for signage purposes in almost every location. One area of growing interest is the use of outdoor digital signage with more and more companies opting to make use of this technology in outdoor locations where […]

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Industrial Digital Signage – Signage in the Danger Zone

This entry was published on May 6, 2009 by Richard N Williams

Digital signage has a myriad of application snow. Whilst digital out of home advertising (DOOH) is one of the most common uses of digital signage, its use for other purposes is growing too. Keeping employees informed, monitoring work loads and keeping an eye on stock levels are just some examples of how digital signage is […]

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LCD Enclosures – The Smart Choice for Outdoor Digital Signage

This entry was published on May 5, 2009 by Richard N Williams

Digital signage is now the new must-have marketing tool with its applications and uses having multiplied many-fold over the last few years with LCD and plasma screens now being seen in all manner of locations for all manner of uses. One of the latest environments to be exploited for the purposes of digital advertising is […]

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TV Show Tests New Eco LCD’s

This entry was published on May 3, 2009 by Richard N Williams

A new range of power saving LCD displays has been tested by Channel Five consumer product programme The Gadget Show.  With LCD displays now being used for digital signage purposes, power saving is now a concern not just for environmental reasons but also to save businesses money. One concern raised in the programme is the […]

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LCD’s in Industry – Protecting Your Screen

This entry was published on May 1, 2009 by Richard N Williams

Digital signage can be a great asset, reducing production times and increasing productivity, but LCD screens whilst not a substantial investment are certainly not cheap– especially if they have to keep being repaired or replaced due to the nature of the environment they are situated which is why most digital signage in harsh conditions is […]

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