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ITNOW 2006 48(2):32-33; doi:10.1093/itnow/bwi0166
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© 2006 The British Computer Society

Future of Computing

Virtual worlds: today and in the future

Betsy Book

Director of product management, There.com and editor, Virtual Worlds Review

Increased broadband access and the emergence of more powerful computers for everyday use are fueling a rise in the popularity of shared multi-user online spaces known as virtual worlds. Virtual worlds are simulated environments accessed by multiple users through an online interface. Other terms for virtual worlds include digital worlds, synthetic worlds, and massively multiplayer online games. Perhaps you've visited one already. If not, your children probably have.


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