As far as technology goes, context is the logic behind ubiquitous computing. Our technology has come so far in just the last decade. Ten years ago we didn't need to know others every move, and we definately werent heart broken when we left our phones at home. It has come to the point now that we have GPS on our phones that pinpoints our exact location, tells us where to go, and gives us detours is necessary. You can even have Twitter pinpoint your exact location now. I think that is cool but somewhat stupid at the same time. It's good to have people be able to find you to hangout, but your location being broadcasted via Internet is not the best idea.
Thursday, March 11, 2010
Contextuality
This week in class we talked about Contextuality. The root of this word, context, can be used in so many different ways. I personally think life in context goes hand in hand with life. Not many things are obvious and right in front of your face. You have to have some sort of an understanding of the subject to really understand. If there's something that not comprehensive you can always use CONTEXT clues to get a better understanding of what was said.
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I agree that when we go out and leave our phone at home we get upset. It is odd that we have that kind of attachment to something that is an inanimate object. I didn't know that Twitter could pinpoint your exact location, that is kind of weird. I feel like that could lead to a lot of bad things.
ReplyDeleteSome times I turn my cellphone off, just to be not bothered by it. I don't really want everybody knowing what I am doing and where I am at. I do not believe that I am ready for Twitter yet, and think I will stay at Facebook for now.
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