The game Mastermind. The computer chooses a random string (generally of colors or numbers), the user then inputs a guess. As feedback, you get a number of black pegs (one token in the right position) and a number of white pegs (one token in the wrong position). The user's guess history should be displayed, and they should try and solve it in a given max number of guesses.
Gets some simple algorithms, simple data structures to store things in, and a UI of your choosing (can be text only, or graphical)
My first DeskStar Drive (a 40 gig) failed. It just started making this high pitched beep and a loud cracking sound over and over again. It would also run very hot some of the time.
My replacement one still beeps occasionally, and I think that it is running out of time. I'd stay away and go with a different brand. Hopefully I can replace my drive before it dies.
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The game Mastermind. The computer chooses a random string (generally of colors or numbers), the user then inputs a guess. As feedback, you get a number of black pegs (one token in the right position) and a number of white pegs (one token in the wrong position). The user's guess history should be displayed, and they should try and solve it in a given max number of guesses.
Gets some simple algorithms, simple data structures to store things in, and a UI of your choosing (can be text only, or graphical)
My first DeskStar Drive (a 40 gig) failed. It just started making this high pitched beep and a loud cracking sound over and over again. It would also run very hot some of the time.
My replacement one still beeps occasionally, and I think that it is running out of time. I'd stay away and go with a different brand. Hopefully I can replace my drive before it dies.