Examining Problems and Opportunities in Second Life
Dr Robert Gittins |
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Robert spearheads an ITWales initiative to explore standards in knowledge exchange and communication in Second life. Robert will demonstrate simple techniques used in Second Life visiting various locations and discuss the strengths and weaknesses of communication in virtual environments. During the last 12 months Second Life has being going through a roller coaster of praise and criticism. What are the issues, where is the roller coaster now and what are the prospects for future virtual environments? Drawing from his experiences meeting companies developing virtual environments and academics researching virtual environments, Robert will try to untangle some of these issues and make some predictions for the development of 3D virtual worlds. Second Life is a 3-D virtual world entirely created by its Residents. Since opening to the public in 2003, it has grown explosively and today is inhabited by millions of Residents from around the globe. From the moment you enter the World you'll discover a vast digital continent, teeming with people, entertainment, experiences and opportunity. Once you've explored a bit, perhaps you'll find a perfect parcel of land to build your house or business. You'll also be surrounded by the Creations of your fellow Residents. Because Residents retain the rights to their digital creations, they can buy, sell and trade with other Residents. The Marketplace currently supports millions of US dollars in monthly transactions. This commerce is handled with the in-world unit-of-trade, the Linden dollar, which can be converted to US dollars at several thriving online Linden Dollar exchanges. Welcome to Second Life. We look forward to seeing you in-world. |
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Faraday Lecture Theatre SwanseaThursday 20th March 2008 at 6:30 pmIt would be helpful if you could register your intention to attend this event with. Please contact John M Jones, Hon. Secretary, IEE South Wales West Branch. jmjones@iee.org |
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