"Future" Computers
4.1 Emerging applications of computers
4.1.1 Government
HKSAR Government http://www.gov.hk
information about government
HK Public library http://www.hkpl.gov.hk
- availability of books
- reserve books
- renew books
- electronic resources access online
Electronic Service Delivery http://www.esdlife.com
- booking (facilities, appointment)
- payment of government bills
4.1.2 Industry
Computer aided Design (CAD)
- use special graphic software to design products (view 3D models)
Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM)
- use of computer to control production equipment
Demon - SketchUp
4.1.3 Business
Office Automation
- word processor, spreadsheet, database, presentation software, e-mail client program (e.g. outlook)
e-commerce
Shopping http://www.parknshop.com/
e-banking http://www.hsbc.com.hk
4.1.4 Medical Applications
- telemedicine
4.1.5 Education
e-learning : web-based learning
http://comp.rhs.edu.hk/moodle/
4.1.6 Home
Smart home technology.
Remote Control of home appliance,
4.2 Development of Future Computers
- faster, portable, more intelligent, networked.
Biometric Devices
Artificial Intelligence.
Human Computer Integration
Virtual Reality https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8p0jmewhXeU
Others
wearable device
Internet of Things
Cockroach Robots http://newsfeed.time.com/2013/09/13/robotic-cockroach-to-help-save-lives-in-disasters/
NFC + Octopus http://www.octopus.com.hk/customer-service/checking-your-balance-and-transactions/octopus-app/en/
Google Street View http://maps.google.com
Virtual Reality