Stephen Downes

Knowledge, Learning, Community

"Everybody is focusing on doing things in the cloud, but the place where you really control the experience is the endpoint." I agree, and that's why I think there will be a swing back from cloud-based to local technologies (but no time soon). This health clinic in a box is a good example. "Gale is a breadbox-size chest containing diagnostic tools in the bottom drawer and medications and supplies in the top drawer. On the top is a pop-up touch screen that displays various interactive treatment guides." It is designed for environments where medical assistance (and internet access) are not readily available, though it would be very useful in a connected environment as well.

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Stephen Downes Stephen Downes, Casselman, Canada
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