Rensselaer hosts Workshop on Pervasive Computing and Networking.

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M2 PRESSWIRE-30 April 2004-Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute: Rensselaer hosts Workshop on Pervasive Computing and Networking(C)1994-2004 M2 COMMUNICATIONS LTD RDATE:04292004 TROY, N.Y. - "Anytime, Anywhere" computing was the focus of a "Workshop on Pervasive Computing and Networking," sponsored by Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and the National Science Foundation (NSF).

Scores of leading-edge scientists presented their research at the April 29 and 30 event. Pervasive computing and networking -- so-called "smart technology" -- involves the use of computer systems embedded in any kind of functional device, from personal digital assistants to implanted biological devices, to bridge-monitoring systems. Moreover, it is the basis for sophisticated new forms...