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Re: [Air-L] Metaphors in Technology
by Mariana Goya 09 Jun '08

09 Jun '08

You might find useful two papers by Steve Jones, in which he analyzes internet terminology (and metaphors) borrowed from other areas such as tourism and urban planning: Jones, S. @Henryparkesmotel.com Jones, S. Infostructures, the Internet and Urban Planning. Research by Katherine Hayles can be useful for metaphors about computers and artificial intelligence, Best, Mariana > Hi All, > > I am working on a project dealing with the use of metaphor in > communication about technology, as well as communication within > software. I am trying to compile a list of metaphors used on the web > and in computer software. For example, the "shopping cart" in online > shopping, PowerPoint using "slides", "dialog" boxes in operating > systems, "bulletin boards", etc. > > Have any of you come across or perhaps even thought of other metaphors > employed in software, online or off, or in communication about > technology? I would like to make a giant list of examples. > > Also, any recommended readings would be greatly appreciated. > > Thanks in advance for any help! > > > > -Gordon Carlson > -University of Illinois at Chicago > -PhD Student of New Media Communication and RA in Electronic > Visualization Lab Mariana Goya M Doctoral student in Communication at the Institute of Communication Research University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

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WriteColor(sm): MultiColoring for HighLighting/Rating Text
by Gerry Mckiernan 08 Jun '08

08 Jun '08

Friends/ The Time Has Come To Open Our Eyes And Realize That The World Is A Carousel of Color Here-WithIn-I-Offer-A-Proposal-That-I-Believe-ALL-Will-Recognize-As-The-Next-Logical-Step-In-How-We-Write-Read-Assess-Interpret-Text: The World-Is-No-Longer-Black-Or-White. I Propose That All Give Serious Consideration To Writing-In-Color(s) , With Each Color Representing A Respective Level of Significance Within A Text. The Visible Spectrum Would Be The Basis For The Relative Levels Of Significance Of Given Text WHERE Text of Least Importance Would Be Highlighted In RED; Text of Intermediate Importance Highlighted In GREEN; Text of Greatest Importance Highlighted in VIOLET, and Text of In-Between Importance Highlighted in Appropriate Colors: ORANGE, BLUE, INDIGO Initially, TEXT would be COLORED at the PARAGRAPH LEVEL By The Author(s). Adjoining OR Disjunct Sections of Text Could Have The SAME COLOR. Upon Publication, The Reader Would Have The Ability To ReCOLOR The TEXT ToReflect His/Her View On The Relative Significant Of Text In His/Her Opinion And/Or Relative To A Particular Purpose. I also envision a feature by which The Reader would be able to colorlight individual terms and/or phrases. Readers would also have the ability to assess the value of The Overall TEXT by LABELING THE TEXT with One Color (Color Digg). The Higher The Color, The More Significant The Text. Any AND All Reactions To This Proposal Are Strongly Encouraged By Posting A Comment On The Blog Entry For This Posting At [ http://scholarship20.blogspot.com/2008/06/writecolorsm-multicoloring-for.ht… ] OR [ http://tinyurl.com/53vk36 ] BTW: Don't Even Think of Patenting These Ideas - My Lawyers Are Bigger Than Yours [:-) WriteColor(sm): Where Color is Primary(sm) Purple Rules(sm) /Gerry Gerry McKiernan Associate Professor Science and Technology Librarian Iowa State University Library Ames IA 50011 gerrymck(a)iastate.edu There is Nothing More Powerful Than An Idea Whose Time Has Come Victor Hugo [ http://www.blogger.com/profile/09093368136660604490 ] Iowa: Where the Tall Corn Flows and the (North)West Wind Blows [ http://alternativeenergyblogs.blogspot.com/ ]

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Internet Research 9.0 (AoiR 9) REGISTRATION OPEN
by Lisbeth Klastrup 08 Jun '08

08 Jun '08

Dear all, REGISTRATION for the Internet Research 9.0 conference, IT University of Copenhagen, October 16th - 18th 2008, Copenhagen, Denmark is now open for both presenters and all interested academics! As the conference chair, Im happy to finally announce that you can now all register for the Internet Research 9.0 conference (also known as the annual conference of AoIR) on the conference website! - I would like to apologise for the delay in the opening of the registration: one reason being that balancing the dropping rate of the dollar with the high prices of catering in Denmark hasn't been an easy exercise - but we have now found some good solutions :). In order to discover HOW TO REGISTER, find instructions below. If you are PRESENTER, please note, that we need you to register as quickly as possible in order to finalise the program! KEYNOTER ANNOUNCEMENT We are proud to announce the participation of three highly interesting and versatile keynoter speakers at this year's conference: Mimi Ito, US/Japan, author of "Personal, Portable, Pedestrian: Mobile Phones in Japanese Life" (http://www.itofisher.com/mito) Stephen Graham, UK, author of the forthcoming book "Cities Under Siege: The New Military Urbanism" (http://www.geography.dur.ac.uk/information/staff/personal/graham/index.html ) Rich Ling, Norway, author of the forthcoming book "New Tech, New Ties: How mobile communication is reshaping social cohesion" (http://www.richardling.com) WORKSHOPS: Don't forget to check out the preconference workshops, taking place at the conference venue, on Wednesday October 15th. You can still submit papers to and participate in the "Learning and Research in Second Life" and the "Writing and Publications" workshop. More info at: http://conferences.aoir.org/workshops.htm The Doctoral Colloquium and the "In the Game.." workshops are closed for further submissions and participants, but remember to register for the workshop, if your paper has been accepted! EARLY BIRD PRICES Don't miss our early bird prices! If you register before July 31st, the basic registration fees are: Early Bird Professional: $320 (incl. one years membership of AoiR) Early Bird Student: $190 (incl. one years membership of AoiR) I encourage you all to also sign-up for the conference banquet! It will take place at the IT University in Copenhagen on Saturday October 18th, followed by an open student bar and partying/networking until the early hours of the morning... HOW DO I REGISTER? 1) Go the conference website: http://conferences.aoir.org/ 2) Click on "Registration" in the LEFT-hand menu 3) Follow the instructions :) QUESTIONS? Questions related to registration fees and inclusions: contact registration liason and local conference coordinator, Anna Sommer: asommer(a)itu.dk. Technical problems? Please contact registration webmaster Charlie Breindahl: charlieb(a)itu.dk Questions related to the program or your presentation: contact program chair, Brian Loader: bl506(a)york.ac.uk Questions related to content, venue, sponsoring etc: contact conference chair, Lisbeth Klastrup: klastrup(a)itu.dk Questions regarding the workshops: please contact the relevant workshop organisers, see info at: http://conferences.aoir.org/workshops.htm NB! If you for funding reasons need some form of formal document to verify your participation, contact Anna Sommer: asommer(a)itu.dk. ************ I really look forward to seeing hopefully a lot of you in Copenhagen in October. With the number of interesting and illuminating papers accepted for the conference, I know it is going to be a great experience! Dont forget to regularly check out: http://conferences.aoir.org Greetings, Liz Klastrup conference chair __________________________________________________ Lisbeth Klastrup Associate Professor Innovative Communication Research Group (InC) IT University of Copenhagen Rued Langgaardsvej 7 DK-2300 Copenhagen S Denmark

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Re: [Air-L] privacy and protection
by Bruno S. 07 Jun '08

07 Jun '08

Hi there, in order to protect oneself from being traced back, I highly recommend using TOR (The Onion Router) > http://www.torproject.org/ <. The principle is brilliantly explained at > http://www.torproject.org/overview.html.en <. Since it is virtually untraceable, your student would need to use it for every connection she makes to her blog, or wherever it is that she'll be conducting the research from. From the earliest stage (searching for a hosting service, subscribing to it) throughout her use of it (posting any comment, any post, just logging on to the website), she will need to use TOR not to be identified. This answers the question regarding her anonymity, but not the respondents'. I could suggest they *all *use TOR, but that requires some kind of technical understanding, and may not be easily put in place. What are others' suggestions? Bruno Selun

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_Participative Web and User-Created Content: Web 2.0, Wikis and Social Networking_
by Gerry Mckiernan 07 Jun '08

07 Jun '08

Colleagues/ A Major New Report /Gerry Participative Web and User-Created Content: Web 2.0, Wikis and Social Networking / Vickery, Graham. ; Wunsch - Vincent, Sacha / Abstract Drawing on an expanding array of intelligent web services and applications, a growing number of people are creating, distributing and exploiting user-created content (UCC) and being part of the wider participative web. This study describes the rapid growth of UCC and its increasing role in worldwide communication, and draws out implications for policy. Questions addressed include: What is user-created content? What are its key drivers, its scope and different forms? What are the new value chains and business models? What are the extent and form of social, cultural and economic opportunities and impacts? What are the associated challenges? Is there a government role, and what form could it take? Chapter 1. Introduction / Chapter 2. Defining and Measuring the Participative Web and User-Created Content-Definition-Measurement / Chapter 3. Drivers of User-Created Content-Technological drivers-Social drivers-Economic drivers-Institutional and legal drivers / Chapter 4. Types of User-Created Content and Distribution Platforms-UCC types--Text--Photos and images--Music and audio--Video and film--User-created content posted on products and other interest areas-UCC platforms--Blogs--Wikis and other text-based collaboration formats--Group-based aggreatation and social bookmarking--Podcasting--Social networking sites--Virtual world content / Chapter 5. Emerging Value Chains and Business Models-The emerging value and publishing chain of user-created content-Monetisation of user-created content and new business models / Chapter 6. Economic and Social Impacts-Economic Impacts--Consumer electronics, ICT hardware, software, network service and platforms--Users/creators--Traditional media--Professional content creators--Search engines and advertising--Services that capitalise on UCC--Marketing and brands--Use of UCC and participative web tools in business-Social Impacts--Increased user autonomy, participation, and communication--Cultural impacts--Citizenship engagement and politics--Educational and information impact--Impact on ICT and other skills--Social and legal challenges / Chapter 7. Opportunities and Challenges for Users, Business and Policy-Enhancing R&D, innovation and technology-Developing competitive, non-discriminatory policy frameworks-Enhancing the infrastructure--Broadband access--Convergence and regulation-Regulatory environment--Intellectual property rights and user-created content--Digital rights management--Freedom of expression--Information and content quality--Mature, inappropriate and illegal content--Safety on the internet and awareness raising--Privacy and identity theft--Impact of intensive internet use--Network security and spam--Virtual worlds, property rights, and taxation--Governments as producers and users of content-Conceptualisation, classification, and measurement / For Links to Free PDF and Additional Data, Please Visit [ http://onlinesocialnetworks.blogspot.com/2008/06/participative-web-and-user… ] OR [ http://tinyurl.com/5q96yl ] /Gerry Gerry McKiernan Associate Professor Science and Technology Librarian Iowa State University Library Ames IA 50011 gerrymck(a)iastate.edu There is Nothing More Powerful Than An Idea Whose Time Has Come Victor Hugo [ http://www.blogger.com/profile/09093368136660604490 ] Iowa: Where the Tall Corn Flows and the (North)West Wind Blows [ http://alternativeenergyblogs.blogspot.com/ ]

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privacy and protection
by Mark Marino 07 Jun '08

07 Jun '08

Hi, all, a colleague of mine told me that a student of hers wants to embark on some research on a politically sensitive issue. She wants to ask some questions that shouldn't be asked to people who shouldn't be telling (at least on the record). (She is a member of the group she'd be studying) The student is worried that even asking the questions online might endanger her status or the lives of those she wants to interview and survey. Any recommendation on how this student might conduct this research safely? I had suggested she might use her blog to let people know about the study, but she would need a blog that couldn't be traced to her. Someone has suggested IP-masking, but I'm not sure if this is the complete solution. It also doesn't nec. protect her participants. Another person said, keeping your identity private is difficult only to the extent that you believe someone else is trying to discover it. (I understand the comment, but hope to recommend some practical measures.) Any recommendations (on or off list) are welcome. Thank you, Mark Marino -- Writing Program University of Southern California http://WriterResponseTheory.org http://CriticalCodeStudies.com

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Assistant Director, IP Law and Tech Program at Osgoode Hall Law School
by Giuseppina D'Agostino/osgoode 07 Jun '08

07 Jun '08

Of possible interest, an opening at Osgoode Hall Law School in Toronto. Please feel free to distribute widely. Many thanks, Pina Assistant Director, IP Law & Technology Program Osgoode Hall Law School of York University is one of the country’s largest and most distinguished law schools with a commitment to excellence in teaching and research resulting in intellectual growth and exceptional career opportunities for our students. Our alumni’s history of success in private practice as well as many other fields has brought pride and recognition to the Law School. The Osgoode Hall Law School Intellectual Property (IP) Law and Technology Program will change the landscape of the IP law and policy discussions in Canada by providing an independent and authoritative voice on issues and by broadening and enhancing the relevant public policy debates and practices in Canada. Under the direction of the Director, IP Law and Technology Program, this three year contract position is responsible for the administration and management of the overall Program. You will manage outreach activities including conferences, events, and create a dynamic website, blog and image for the Program. The Assistant Director will be an energetic and creative individual, and have an LL.B (or equivalent degree), professional business credentials, and strong communication and technical skills. A graduate degree in IP and the ability to speak French and other languages is beneficial. As part of this Program you will also be appointed as a Visiting Professor of the IP Law & Technology Program. Please respond, in confidence, with a resume, by June 13, 2008 to: Kris De Napoli, Manager of Administration, Osgoode Hall Law School, 4700 Keele St., Toronto, ON, M3J 1P3; Fax 416-736-5251; kdenapoli(a)osgoode.yorku.ca. We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. York University is committed to Employment Equity and has implemented a policy of Affirmative Action. Dr Giuseppina D'Agostino Assistant Professor Osgoode Hall Law School York University 4700 Keele Street Toronto, ON Canada M3J 1P3 +1.416.736.5319 gdagostino(a)osgoode.yorku.ca

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CORRECTION: _Emerald InTouch_: An Elgg-Based Collaborative Space
by Gerry Mckiernan 06 Jun '08

06 Jun '08

Colleagues/ The Correct Address(es) for My Posting about _Emerald InTouch_ is/are [http://scholarship20.blogspot.com/2008/06/emerald-intouch_8970.html ] OR [ http://tinyurl.com/4mtj7j ] /Gerry >>>Emerald InTouch<< _Emerald InTouch_ is a web space and hosting service designed to support learning and collaboration. By bringing together technologies such as blogs, wikis and RSS into one place, _Emerald InTouch_ enables users to create and join communities of practice, engage in reflective learning and collaborate with peers online. _InTouch Features_ Tagging Syndication (RSS) Podcasting Communities External Services For A Chockful-Of-Links that include several tutorials/demos, user manual, project directory, related work, please visit [ XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX ] or [ XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX ] BTW: Emerald InTouch is Powered by Elgg BTW-2: IMHO This Will Become The Model for Future Educational/Scholarly Online Social Networks in All Disciplines ! Enjoy! /Gerry Gerry McKiernan Associate Professor Science and Technology Librarian Iowa State University Library Ames IA 50011 gerrymck(a)iastate.edu There is Nothing More Powerful Than An Idea Whose Time Has Come Victor Hugo [ http://www.blogger.com/profile/09093368136660604490 ] Iowa: Where the Tall Corn Flows and the (North)West Wind Blows [ http://alternativeenergyblogs.blogspot.com/ ]

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Emerald InTouch:An Elgg-Based Collaborative Space | iBreadCrumbs: A Social Network for Research
by Gerry Mckiernan 05 Jun '08

05 Jun '08

Colleagues/ The (Online Social Networking) Beat Goes On * /Gerry >>>Emerald InTouch<< _Emerald InTouch_ is a web space and hosting service designed to support learning and collaboration. By bringing together technologies such as blogs, wikis and RSS into one place, _Emerald InTouch_ enables users to create and join communities of practice, engage in reflective learning and collaborate with peers online. _InTouch Features_ Tagging Syndication (RSS) Podcasting Communities External Services For A Chockful-Of-Links that include several tutorials/demos, user manual, project directory, related work, please visit [ http://scholarship20.blogspot.com/2008/06/emerald-intouch.html ] or [ http://tinyurl.com/3hktyu ] BTW: Emerald InTouch is Powered by Elgg BTW-2: IMHO This Will Become The Model for Future Educational/Scholarly Online Social Networks >>> iBreadCrumbs: A Social Network for Researchers<<< iBreadCrumbs: A Social Network for Researchers to Share Recorded URLs, Track Websites, Review Notes Online, and Encourage Online Collaborative Research. iBreadCrumbs.com is a recording toolbar for your web browser. Similar to what a DVR does for tv, iBreadCrumbs.com records all the web pages you visit while you research. Save, review, and share your research with friends or colleagues. iBreadCrumbs allows students, researchers, and professors to organize the world's data into narrow research "breadcrumbs" or click-streams. For Lots-O-Links to Demos, Content, and Related, Please Visit [ http://scitechnet.blogspot.com/2008/06/ibreadcrumbs-social-network-for.html ] OR [ http://tinyurl.com/3vyzon ] Enjoy! /Gerry Gerry McKiernan Associate Professor Science and Technology Librarian Iowa State University Library Ames IA 50011 gerrymck(a)iastate.edu There is Nothing More Powerful Than An Idea Whose Time Has Come Victor Hugo [ http://www.blogger.com/profile/09093368136660604490 ] Iowa: Where the Tall Corn Flows and the (North)West Wind Blows [ http://alternativeenergyblogs.blogspot.com/ ]

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mixi imeem gaia online qq
by m.thelwall＠blueyonder.co.uk 04 Jun '08

04 Jun '08

Does anyone have any research on mixi, imeem, gaia online or qq they would be prepared to send me and that I could cite in a forthcoming social network review chapter? As a give-back the articles below form the current social network reference list, mostly gained from danah boyd's list (http://www.danah.org/SNSResearch.html) Thanks very much, Mike Backstrom, L., Dwork, C., & Kleinberg, J. (2007). Wherefore art thou r3579x? anonymized social networks, hidden patterns, and structural steganography. Proceedings of the 16th international conference on World Wide Web, 181-190. Backstrom, L., Huttenlocher, D., Kleinberg, J., & Lan, X. (2006). Group formation in large social networks: Membership, growth, and evolution. In Proceedings of 12 th International Conference on Knowledge Discovery in Data Mining (KDD-2006) (pp. 44-54). New York: ACM Press. Baker, J. R., & Moore, S. M. (2008). Distress, coping, and blogging: Comparing new Myspace users by their intention to blog. CyberPsychology & Behavior, 11(1), 81-85. Beer, D. (2008). Social network(ing) sitesrevisiting the story so far: A response to danah boyd & Nicole Ellison. Journal of Computer-Mediated Communication, 13(2), 516-529. Bernoff, J., & Li, C. (2008). Harnessing the power of the oh-so-social web. MIT Sloan Management Review, 49(3), 36-42. Birch, M. (2008). Talk at The Innovation Edge, London, May 20, 2008. boyd, d. (2006). Friends, Friendsters, and MySpace Top 8: Writing community into being on social network sites. First Monday, 11(2), Retrieved June 23, 2007 from: http://www.firstmonday.org/issues/issue2011_2012/boyd/index.html. boyd, d. (2006). Friendster lost steam. Is MySpace just a fad? Apophenia Blog Essay (June 24), Retrieved April 30, 2008 from http://www.danah.org/papers/FriendsterMySpaceEssay.html. boyd, d. (2007). Viewing American class divisions through Facebook and MySpace. 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