The Computer for the 21st Century.

Weiser, Mark

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ERIC Number: EJ433528

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1991

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The Computer for the 21st Century.

Weiser, Mark

Scientific American, v265 n3 spec iss p94-95,98-102,104 Sep 1991

Described are some of the ways in which computers can enter invisibly into people's lives. The social issues that embodied virtuality will engender are discussed. The hardware and software, connected by wires, radio waves, and infrared that will allow this to occur are described. (KR)

Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Peripherals, Computer Science, Computer System Design, Data Processing, Information Networks, Information Technology, Research and Development, Telecommunications

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers

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Language: English

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