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Author
Publisher
W. W. Norton & Company, Inc
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
Virtual reality is able to effectively blur the line between reality and illusion, pushing the limits of our imagination and granting us access to any experience imaginable. With well-crafted simulations, these experiences, which are so immersive that the brain believes they're real, are already widely available with a VR headset and will only become more accessible and commonplace. But how does this new medium affect its users, and does it have a...
Series
Journal of Enabling Technologies volume Volume 13, Number 2
Publisher
Emerald Publishing
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Publisher
CRC Press
Pub. Date
c2011
Language
English
Description
"A manual for both designers and users, comprehensively presenting the current state of experts' knowledge on virtual reality (VR) in computer science, mechanics, optics, acoustics, physiology, psychology, ergonomics, ethics, and related area. Designed as a reference design guide to help the reader develop a VR project, it presents the importance of the users needs and various aspects of the human computer interface (HCI). It further treats technical...
Author
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons, Inc
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
An easy-to-understand primer on Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) are driving the next technological revolution. If you want to get in on the action, this book helps you understand what these technologies are, their history, how they're being used, and how they'll affect consumers both personally and professionally in the very near future. With VR and AR poised to become mainstream within the next...
12) Virtual reality
Author
Publisher
Lucent Books
Pub. Date
[2005]
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 10.6 - AR Pts: 4
Language
English
Description
Discusses the history of virtual reality, its uses, and the impact it has made on society.
Publisher
Magnolia Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
Are people living in a simulation? Filmmaker Rodney Ascher (Room 237, The Nightmare) wrestles with this existential question in his latest documentary, a multimedia journey that's part sci-fi mind-scrambler, part true-crime horror story.
Author
Publisher
Lerner Publications
Pub. Date
[2019]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
830L
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Have you ever wanted to live like someone else for a day, or maybe visit Antarctica, or jump inside your favorite video game? With virtual reality, you can do all of these things! This technology can make you feel as though you are having an amazing adventure -- even if you are just sitting in your living room. Learn all about the ins and outs of virtual reality." -- Back cover.
Publisher
Harvard Business Review Press
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
Get your best work done, no matter where you do it. Video calls from your couch. Project reports in a coffee shop. Presentations at your kitchen table. Working remotely gives you more flexibility in how and where you do your job. But being part of a far-flung team can be challenging. How can you make remote work work for you? The HBR Guide to Remote Work provides practical tips and advice to help you stay productive, avoid distractions, and collaborate...