5.0 pervasive computing
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Pervasive computing refers to technology becoming embedded in everyday devices and having constant connectivity. It involves computers becoming smaller and more powerful, allowing chips and software to be embedded in many objects from clothing to homes. The goal is to create a constantly connected environment where devices seamlessly interact without obstructing the user. Examples include smartphones, which are mobile phones with operating systems and apps, and personal digital assistants (PDAs), which are handheld computers that can also function as mobile phones, web browsers and media players by connecting to wireless networks.
5.0 pervasive computing
- 1. 5.0 Pervasive Computing 5.1 Meaning The idea that technology is moving beyond the personal computer to every day devices with embedded technology and connectivity as computing devices become progressively smaller and more powerful. Also called ubiquitous computing, pervasive computing is the result of computer technology advancing at exponential speeds - a trend toward all man-made and some natural products having hardware and software. Pervasive computing goes beyond the realm of personal computers. It is the idea that almost any device, from clothing to tools to appliances to cars to homes to the human body to your coffee mug, can be imbedded with chips to connect the device to an infinite network of other devices. The goal of pervasive computing, which combines current network technologies with wireless computing, voice recognition, Internet capability and artificial intelligence, is to create an environment where the connectivity of devices is embedded in such a way that the connectivity is unobtrusive and always available. 5.2 Examples Smartphone A smartphone is a mobile phone offering advanced capabilities, often with PC-like functionality. There is no industry standard definition of a smartphone. For some, a smartphone is a phone that runs complete operating system software providing a standardized interface and platform for application developers. Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) A personal digital assistant (PDA) is a handheld computer, also known as a palmtop computer. Newer PDAs also have both color screens and audio capabilities, enabling them to be used as mobile phones, web browsers, or portable media players. Many PDAs can access the Internet via Wi-Fi, or Wireless Wide-Area Networks (WWANs).Many PDAs employ touch screen technology.