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Computers

Why use them for paranormal research?

Laptops are a wonderful way to analyse and record data almost instantly. Although it is still an expensive item to have - prices are continually coming down. However, they are very useful for studying photographs and video evidence on site as a laptop will allow you to download images instantly for immediate presentation and analysis. Also if they are coupled to other devices they can be used for a multitude of purposes; which can include video and sound analysis, statistical variations in temperature / humidity / etc. However be warned the charge can drain as quickly as batteries in other equipment.

Also if you have a web cam, a laptop can be tailored as another video camera or even for showing images to a wider audience! The use of laptops on a paranormal investigation will depend on the type of software you have installed. While not an essential piece of equipment it is also perhaps the most useful for instantaneous analysis – if you wish to do that!

Sensors

 

Once again, depending on what software you have, a computer can be set up for a wide variety of uses and to collate a continual record of statistics for such things as the variant levels of temperatures, humidity, light, vibrations and sound at a number of different locations around the paranormal investigation site. With the right equipment you can also remove the need for the investigator to be present at all times and so ensure they do not influence results by their presence in the area.

You can connect up your computer to a number of relevant sensors, with an interface circuit and some data logging software (e.g. Picolog data acquisition / data logging software).

Can Computers be used to prove the existence of ghosts or the paranormal?

 

By using some of the equipment already mentioned computers can be very effective devices for an objective and scientific approach. However, there is still no modern technology known to man today, that can yet prove the existence of a ghost! Nevertheless, computers are the way forward for the dedicated researcher looking for undeniable evidence. Ultimately though, if any "ghost" doesn't wish to assist and be present for your equipment (and some believe that modern technology might just put off your friendly neighbourhood spirit presence!) then no amount of equipment will help you! Even at the most paranormally active location; nothing can often happen when equipment is set up. Computers, like other electrical equipment can be prone to malfunction in "haunted" locations! It is becoming apparent that there may feasibly be a strong link between the paranormal and malfunctions relating to equipment!