ubicomp
05.8.06 @ 02:43:15 pacific
Portmanteau of ubiquitous and computing. n. Research focusing on networked computers embedded in everyday objects, such as appliances, clothing, cultural artifacts, buildings, and vehicles. Allowing constant connectivity and access. Sometimes called pervasive computing. [Coined by Mark Weiser, who claimed to be influenced by science fiction writer Philip K. Dick's novel Ubik.]
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