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Introduction

Mark Weiser Xerox Palo Alto Research Center 1991 Definition of ubiquitous computing

Ubiquitous Computing
Model Pads, tabs , boards Hardware, software network Imaginary example of ubiquitous computing in everyday life

What We Have Done


Proactively brew coffee informed by alarm clock Electronic Trails of neighbor coming and going Automatic recording pen Paper display (e-ink) Email locates garbage door opener (RFID & object reminder) Window tells weather (ambient display) Intelligent car navigation (location-based services) Share location, tabs & pads (CSCW) Gesture to project blinking tab to projector (multimodel UI) Memory augmentation on meeting (life log)

What we havent done

Problems and potential Solutions


Security
Network security

Privacy
Information Mentioned in article

Cost
Haves and have-nots. Too expensive today, but getting cheaper every year.

Any questions?

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