The natural cycle of media coverage from hype to bashing is starting to be complete around Second Life, to the relief of many. At the end of this cycle it is much easier to concentrate on the values added by the platform, and the more interesting or exclusive applications that are possible through its use.
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Archive for July, 2007
The conversation about Second Life’s value is becoming interesting
July 31st, 2007
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The Trouble With Physics, and the end in sight?
July 24th, 2007
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“The Trouble With Physics” by Lee Smolin
For hundreds of years science progressed, and physics was one of the main sciences following the method that having experiments and theories going hand in hand, could offer new and exciting interpretations for the worlds phenomena. This mechanism, giving the foundations of our agricultural, technological, and medical progress, has [...]
Metaverse Republic designing judiciary for Second Life
July 17th, 2007
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Photo by ‘nailbender’
The rule of law is at the basis of human societies. What kind of rule, law, and society, is of course the important detail that defines the opportunities for a healthy, wealthy, and happy community which can express the full potential of its members. The new medium of those online worlds can become [...]
“Born on a blue day” by Daniel Tammet
July 5th, 2007
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I saw a piece of a BBC documentary about a British savant, Daniel Tammet, and was fascinated, since contrary to the character of Rain Man in the film, Danil was able to explain his capabilities, and observe the functioning of his brain. I picked up his book straight away when I saw it and read [...]
