Ubiquitous and Pervasive Computing: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications

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Symonds, Judith
IGI Global, Sep 30, 2009 - Computers - 1962 pages

With the development of ubiquitous and pervasive computing, increased and expanded adaptability to changing needs, preferences, and environments will emerge to further enhance the use of technology amongst global cultures and populations.

Ubiquitous and Pervasive Computing: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications covers the latest innovative research findings involved with the incorporation of technologies into everyday aspects of life from a collaboration of accomplished field experts. Providing an enriched compilation of authoritative industry solutions in ubiquitous and pervasive technologies, this 3-volume reference source presents academicians, researchers, and practitioners with a wide range of unique topics in one premier research collection.

 

Contents

Preface
xxvii
Introduction
xxxii
About the Editor
lvi
Fundamental Concepts and Theories
lvii
Development and Design Methodologies
181
Tools and Technologies
502
Utilization and Application
763
Organizational and Social Implications
973
Managerial Impact
1198
Critical Issues
1349
Emerging Trends
1561
Index
1798
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About the author (2009)

Judith Symonds is a senior lecturer at AUT University (Auckland, New Zealand). Judith serves as Editor-in-Chief of the International Journal of Advanced Pervasive and Ubiquitous Computing . Judith holds a PhD in rural systems management from the University of Queensland (Australia, 2005). Judith has published in international refereed journals, book chapters, and conferences, including the Australian Journal of Information Systems and the Journal of Cases on Information Technology. She currently serves on editorial boards for the Journal of Electronic Commerce in Organizations and the International Journal of E-Business Research. Her current research interests include data management in pervasive and ubiquitous computing environments. [Editor]

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