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Virtual Worlds
Definition
While thevirtual reality infrastructure, provides an increased communication channel with users, and the richest Human/Machine
interface, short of direct brain/computer interfaces, virtual worlds areapplication contextsthat provides resources and relations for Virtual World applications.
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Purpose
While Virtual World Application purposes can cover a wide range, typically, collaboration
best provides productivity increases (ROI) to justify the cost and effort required
to implement and support virtual worlds. In any case, virtual worlds are typically
designed for knowledge sharing (a collaboration requirement) and knowledge development.
Management
Like all applications, virtual world applications typically have importantknowledge managementrequirements, including knowledge classification and entitlement.
Metaphor
Metaphorsdefine and integrate application interface resources and, as such, are often a determining
factor of the application success. Metaphors can also provide areferencingframework for shared knowledge.
Interface
Virtual worlds typically materialize through theinteractive virtual reality infrastructure.
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