Abstract. In this paper we use the concept of `social translucence' to understand users' initial reaction to, and use of, the voice communication channel provided by Xbox...
ion from the implementation they use. Some tools rather consequently use this abstract model; others at least partly keep the implementational view, modeling components, e.g., by o...
Abstract. We consider the issue of task assignment in a distributed system under heavy-tailed (ie. highly variable) workloads. A new adaptable approach called TAPTF (Task Assignmen...
Gene Ontology (GO) is a controlled vocabulary. Given a gene product, GO enables scientists to clearly and unambiguously describe specific molecular functions of the gene product, ...
: Whereas sophisticated computer users can exercise more control in what they are exposed to and produce computational artifacts, technologically challenged end-users assume a more...