SUMMARY
The papers address contemporary challenges encountered in enabling computing to invisibly blend into human lives with the aim to improve it. The paper introduces the concept of ‘embodied virtuality’ [1]. How computing can be hidden without altering its real world impact. An intelligent computer will contribute towards solving a problem without the user being able to feel its presence. An example can be ‘Siri’ on an ‘iPhone’ mobile device. Siri is a computer software that uses sensors and microphone to conduct voice recognition. It captures questions and produces relevant answers. iPhone thereby provides computing in the form of Siri without its users actually feel the existence of an inbuilt computer software.
Now-a-days computing
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Computer hardware: With the on-going developments in the field of computer system design and architecture, peripherals and processors, hardware helps computing merge seamlessly into our lives. With primary memory capacity reaching up to more than 64 Gigabits, to high resolution LED-displays; hardware accommodates the ever increasing needs of ubiquitous computing.
Networks: The author mentions three major obstacles. First is wireless network capacity. The ability of wireless networks to transfer higher amounts of data at greater speeds without being prone to noise and multipath interference is a real test [2]. Second is the range of wireless networks. The range is limited and does not span across large areas limiting the use of wireless technology. Third is the integration between wired and wireless technologies. The integration among the two technologies is tough, challenging and needs improvement. Networking is an important challenge to pervasive
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The author gives an example of a conference room wherein different devices like projectors, computers, etc. can be added and disconnected from a computer system that handles all operations of the room. The computer will need to shutdown in order to install software updates and additional features. A possible scenario wherein such a computer never shuts down and continues to perform is ideal. This will allow systems to harmonize impeccably into human environment and achieve ‘embodied virtuality’. The author also mentions an alternative approach where micro-kernel operating systems [1] accommodate the dynamic needs of pervasive computing. Another suggestion by the author is to change the protocols used by operating systems to interact with applications. [1]
The author mentioned the use of ‘Virtual Reality’ to implement ubiquitous computing techniques. The approach had two flaws. First, the simulations could not produce authentic results at lower costs. Second, it creates a false world for its users which is not close to
We live within an era of great technological achievement. As new devices and forms of communication are developed, our society evolves along side. Technological determinists argue that technology is bringing us into a dystopia. Social constructionists, however, argue that we are entering a utopia of communication; a world full of connections regardless of distance and self. In addition, there are those that argue we will remain within our syntopian world, one with a virtual equilibrium between man and machine. Despite the perception of the world we are moving into, there are evident symbiotic relationships that we have with our devices and their applications: both good and bad. For the purposes of this paper however, we will dissect how our relationships with our devices affects sociology. Specifically, we will be identifying and explaining a term that has become known as absent presence.
IBM says that the problem is because of the rapid expansion of information and technology we as humans cannot keep up with the increase. Access to information is becoming rampant through the creation of wireless and handheld devices. These devices need a standard of production and connection to provide the greatest effect. IBM’s solution is a computer network that is “flexible, accessible, and transparent.” (The Solution, IBM Research) The system will...
The term Virtual Reality (VR) is used by many different people with many meanings. There are some people to whom VR is a specific collection of technologies, that is a Head Mounted Display, Glove Input Device and Audio. Some other people stretch the term to include conventional books, movies or pure fantasy and imagination. However, for purposes of this research, we restrict VR to computer mediated systems. We would define Virtual Reality as a way for humans to visualize, manipulate and interact with computers and extremely complex data.
Mark Weiser coined the phrase "ubiquitous computing" in 1988 as he envisioned computers embedded in walls, tabletops, and in everyday objects. While using, technology, makes us notional Cyborgs in that it allows us to extend our human ability – through information appliances (Benyon, D. Turner, P., & Turner, S., 2005) the evolution in Cyborgs is related to the human and animal rather than the devices that they can learn to use per se.
The world has gone through a lot of changed as time passes by. With advancements in the technological field people are can communicate with ones from around the world without having to even lift a finger. To make things more efficient and more cost saving industries have made technology wireless. Wireless technology gives people the chance to get up from their stationary computer, or cord phone and able to freely move without restrictions. The IT, or Information Technology has become a standard and very critical part of today’s society. Wireless technology came from the basic just cellular usage to sensors in the medical field. Wires are now a thing of the past in today’s world with forever revitalizing technology.
Wireless is everywhere today whether at home working from your WIFI network to work where you might be linked a wireless network or even through your phone through a 3G or 4G network to connecting to an open wireless networks. As you can see for the most part people are connecting to wireless from the moment they leave their home till they get to work and then back. While wireless comm...
The World Turning Digital: computer is seen in virtually all aspects of our lives. From the mobile phones we use, the Television we watch etc. Makes it pretty interesting to found out how this work.
“Augmented Reality has the ability to give the user the sense of the real world, while interacting with the virtual and physical objects.” (Azuma, 1997).
Virtual reality can be defined as a, "technology that enables users to enter computer generated worlds and interface with them three dimensionally through sight, sound, and touch" (Newquist 93). Virtual reality combines computer simulation and visualization into a single, coherent whole (Peterson 8). Researchers say it embodies an attempt to eliminate the traditional distinction between the user and the machine. Virtual reality is intended to provide a means of naturally and intelligently interacting with information (8). Virtual reality is contending to be the interface of the future, allowing ordinary users to use their senses to interact with complex data.
The Purpose of this research paper is to explore the possibilities in virtual reality that helps with education. Is it possible to use virtual reality in the educational system? What does it bring to the table that conventional teachings do not? What other devices are coming to the market that can be used? In this paper we will also be looking at few examples of virtual reality video games that are now used in the glass room or are about to be.
Technology is getting smarter each and every day as we look towards the future. There are many state-of-the-art products and programs that are being developed to fit our needs. One the biggest devices that came out recently is Virtual Reality. Virtual reality is also known as “VR”. Virtual Reality is a computer engineered simulation of a three-dimensional image or setting. It can be interacted with almost a real or physical way by a person using special equipment. Some equipment includes a helmet with a screen inside and gloves or remotes fitted with sensors. Virtual reality is becoming more popular as major companies are developing the technology and making it more accessible to the community. Many people ask the question such as “What is
A history of the beginning of the year augmented reality 1957-1962, when an inventor named Morton Heilig, a cinematographer, created and patented a simulator called Sensorama with visual, vibration and odor. In Virtual Reality technology, users interact with the virtual environment created for simulating the real world, but the user can not see the real world around him. In the augmented reality technology, the user can see the real world around him with the addition of a virtual object generated by a computer. Augmented reality 3D objects that appear directly in the media, it would require a special tool called a Head Mounted Display
You are 10,000 feet in the air, the skydiving instructor yells for you to jump, you push yourself into the open air, you freefall for 10 straight minutes as the air pushes against your face, as you land, you remove your virtual reality goggles and you are back in your cozy living room. Alright we may not be at this point yet, but this could be how we entertain and thrill ourselves in the near future; the full implementation of virtual reality into our daily lives. As soon as I found out about virtual reality, I was entirely intrigued. The idea that you could experience anything without having to leave your home enticed the adventurer in me. We will explore the history and progression of virtual reality and discuss the pros and cons of the emerging
Almost every device has some type of computer in it. Whether it is a cell phone, a calculator, or a vending machine. Even things that we take for granted most cars since the 1980’s have a computer in it or a pacemaker. All of the advancements in computers and technology have led up to the 21st century in which “the greatest advances in computer technology will occur…” Mainly in areas such as “hardware, software, communications and networks, mobile and wireless connectivity, and robotics.”
Virtual Reality, aka VR, is an emerging technology that has yet to become mainstream like the smartphone or tablet. Even now when you ask someone about VR, chances are they will not seem too interested, but if it is someone who has already used it then they will show real excitement. VR is something that has to be experienced in order to realize its full potential.