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Concept in software engineering and computer science

Ubiquitous computing is a concept in software engineering, hardware engineering and computer science where computing is made to appear seamlessly anytime and everywhere. In contrast to desktop computing, ubiquitous computing implies use on any device, in any location, and in any format. A user interacts with the computer, which can exist in many different forms, including laptop computers, tablets, smart phones and terminals in everyday objects such as a refrigerator or a pair of glasses. The underlying technologies to support ubiquitous computing include the Internet, advanced middleware, kernels, operating systems, mobile codes, sensors, microprocessors, new I/Os and user interfaces, computer networks, mobile protocols, global navigational systems, and new materials. Wikipedia →

🧭 Start here: a 6-step reading path

  1. Read the overview: Ubiquitous computingA 5-minute orientation
  2. Skim a recent paper: Computing in the Sky: A Survey on Intelligent Ubiquitous Computing for UAV-Assisted 6G Networks and Industry 4.0/5.0Influential work since 2022
  3. Pick up a classic book: Advanced Multimedia and Ubiquitous EngineeringThe most-reprinted book on the subject
  4. Read the landmark paper: Location systems for ubiquitous computingCited 1,983 times
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📖 Definitions

Noun A concept of computing as pervasive and ambient, not limited to particular devices or locations.

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🆕 Influential since 2022

📚 Books worth reading

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