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Embracing Ubiquitous Computing: Insights from Tolkien to Weiser

This exploration focuses on the evolution and implications of ubiquitous computing (ubicomp). It discusses the seamless integration of technology into everyday life, drawing parallels to Tolkien's narrative style. We delve into Weiser's concepts of "cease to be aware" and "fade into the background," highlighting the importance of focusing on goals rather than tools. The discussion also includes natural interfaces, context-aware systems, and the social implications of integrating technology in our lives. Ultimately, we examine how ubicomp can enhance our interactions while addressing privacy and security concerns.

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Embracing Ubiquitous Computing: Insights from Tolkien to Weiser

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  1. ubiquitous computing marcia lee april 10, 2008

  2. moving towards everyday things

  3. tolkien and ubicomp?

  4. weiser • comparison with writing • “cease to be aware” • “fade into the background” • focusing on the goal and not the tool to achieve it

  5. weiser (cont’d) • location • scale • tabs (active badges) • pads (“scrap computers”) • boards (“live boards”) • “embodied virtuality will make individuals more aware of the people on the other ends of their computer links”

  6. abowd and mynatt • natural interfaces • handwriting, speech, gestures • context-aware • active badges, tour guide systems • capture and access • audio/video recording and bookmarking

  7. abowd and mynatt (cont’d) • everyday computing • “continuously present, integrative, and unobtrusive interaction” • noting time as an important aspect of interaction • concurrency and context switching • interruptions of various urgency • social implications

  8. common ideas in the critiques • weiser’s prediction (accuracy and desirability) • thoughts on the “sal” narrative • keyboard as “natural” too • ubicomp + cscw • privacy, security, pollution

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