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The article presents information regarding the latest trends in computers as of January 2004. There is a legal hassle for the first generation of widespread and regular computer users who grow older. Legal experts in estate and probate matters agree that anything stored on a computer is considered "intangible" property, meaning it is probably worth more than the tangible property it occupies. The University of Michigan researchers are of the opinion that spammers should be charged for every message they send and the spam problem will disappear soon. The sneaker market is going to get a boom with the arrival of smart shoes, which are able to sense, calculate, and adapt to its physical environment in real time. The Chinese market continues to shun established protocols, electing instead to create its own. The countries of the world have invested heftily to provide citizens with a digital means for accessing services. Where humans use stereoscopic vision, hand dexterity, and sensory information from their fingertips to perform the intricate art of paper folding, a machine handles the task in a far different way.

Colorful Technology Company Limited, a China-based computer hardware manufacturer specializing in PC components, gaming laptops, and HiFi audio products, has announced its NVIDIA RTX SUPER Series graphics cards, according to a press release. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

A recent report published by researchers at the Yantai Affiliated Hospital of Binzhou Medical University in China highlights the importance of computer-aided diagnosis and treatment technologies in breast cancer care. The study reviews advancements in image analysis, machine learning, and radiation therapy planning, among other areas. The researchers identify machine learning, augmented and virtual reality, and data mining as key areas of focus in breast cancer management. The report concludes by discussing the challenges and opportunities for future research in this field. [Extracted from the article]

Several letters to the editor are presented in response to articles in previous issues including "An ACM Visit to the People's Republic of China" in the March 1984 issue, "Special Section" in the April 1984 issue, and the "Chaostron" article published in the April 1984 issue.

Colorful Technology Company Limited, a China-based computer hardware manufacturer, has announced its CVN B760I Frozen WiFi D5 Mini-ITX Motherboard, according to a press release. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article discusses how U.S. computer companies are expanding their personal computer (PC) rivalries to China. Both Hewlett Packard (HP) and Dell are bringing their computers to China to capitalize on the $19 billion market. The companies are tailoring their marketing to Chinese audiences. Dell opened three "customer experience" centers in China for PC buyers to test drive their products.

The article reports on the science and technological advancement in China, based on the report by Time Science Editor Frederic Golden who has visited the country in September 1979. It notes that the Chinese community was known to be the world's first masters of science. It stresses the aspiration and determination of the Chinese to leadership in science and technology in 2000 to catch up with the U.S., Europe and Japan, which is called as an ambitious national goal New Long March, as well as their eagerness to learn the American ways and brainpower in science and technology advancement. It expounds the technological innovations of the Chinese, including their struggle to improve their electronic industry and their exploration on more esoteric realms.

The Association for Computing Machinery Executive Committee and Senior Headquarters Staff hosted an important planning meeting in Singapore on March 17, 1996. Discussion centered on issues related to computing in the Asia Pacific region, ways to facilitate the participation of people from the region in ACM, and possible new ACM programs for the region. Nine countries were represented: Australia, Hong Kong, India, Japan, Korea, New Zealand, Singapore, Taiwan and Thailand. Several of the ACM leadership in Western Europe also participated. The feasibility of a number of activities for the Asia Pacific region will be investigated. ACM would collaborate with the national societies. The organizing and program committees would be composed mainly of individuals from the region, with some participation from the U.S. and Europe. Due to the large populations of India and China and the growing interest in IT, there is significant potential for ACM in India and China. Natural "champions" to lead those efforts already exist in ACM Chapters in India and Hong Kong.