The era of telepresence: global village and “media slums” (original) (raw)

International Symposium on Technology and Society, 1997

Abstract

Telepresence is the generic term for a set of activities performed from a distance through the use of telecommunication means. It refers to working (telecommuting), playing, providing and using services (telemedicine, teleshopping), teaching and learning (teleeducation).-from a distance. The dialogue presented in the paper between a “True Believer” and a “Devil's Advocate” helps to explore some social implications of telepresence,

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