Home-Oriented Informatics and Telematics: Proceedings of the IFIP WG 9.3 HOIT2005 Conference

by Andy Sloane (Editor)

Overview

Home-Oriented Informatics and Telematics is an essential reference for both academic and professional researchers in the field of home informatics. The home is a key aspect of society and the widespread use of computers and other information appliances is transforming the way in which we live, work and communicate in the information age. This area of study has seen remarkable growth in the last few years as information technology has encroached into every corner of home and social spheres.

The papers selected here cover a growing range of topics, including assistive technology; smart homes; home technology; memory aids; home activity; appliance design; design methodology; time, space and virtual presence; social and ethical aspects; and home activities.

This state-of-the-art volume presents the proceedings of the Home-Oriented Informatics and Telematics conference held in York, U.K, April 13-15, 2005. This collection will be important not only for home informatics experts and researchers, but also for teachers, administrators, and anyone else seeking to keep up to date in this rapidly emerging field.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780387251783
Publisher:	Springer US
Publication date:	04/12/2005
Series:	IFIP Advances in Information and Communication Technology , #178
Edition description:	2005
Pages:	334
Product dimensions:	6.10(w) x 9.25(h) x 0.04(d)

Table of Contents

Care and Health at Home.- Ambient Intelligence in Everyday Life.- Ubiquitous Computing and the Wireless Home.- Play and Fun in the Home of the Future.- Socializing and the User Experience.- Privacy, Security and Identity.- Teleworking, Education, Edutainment and Learning.- Virtual Influences on Everyday Life.