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used especially of drugs or muscles that work together so the total effect is greater than the sum of the two (or more) capable of acting on or influencing each other
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Wikipedia
cleanup-dateApril 2005 Interactivity is still under continuous debates over its meaning. There are several conceptual views of interactivity, one of the most acceptable have being the ''contingency view'' that examine interactivity as process related variable. According to this view, 'Interactivity is similar to the degree of responsiveness, and examined as a communication process in which each message is related to the previous messages exchanged, and to the relation of those messages to the messages preceding them. Sheizaf Rafaeli, one of the cited authors regarding Interactivity defined Interactivity as "an expression of the extent that in a given series of communication exchanges, any third (or later) transmission (or message) is related to the degree to which previous exchanges referred to even earlier transmissions (Rafaeli, 1988).This view defines three basic levels of interactivity: Non-Interactive - when a message is not related to previous messages Reactive - when a message is related only to one immediately previous message Interactive - when a message is related to a number of previous messages and to the relationship between them.Human communication is the basic example of interactive communication. Because of that, many conceptualizations of interactivity are based on anthropomorphic definitions. For example, complex systems that detect and react to human behavior are sometimes called interactive. Under this perspective, interaction includes responses to human physical manipulation like movement, body language, and/or changes in psychologypsychological states. In computer science, interactive refers to software which accepts and responds to input from humans -- for example, data or commands. Interactive software includes most popular programs, such as word processors or spreadsheet applications. By comparison, noninteractive programs operate without human contact; examples of these include compilers and batch processing applications. If the response is complex enough it is said that the system is conducting social interaction and some systems try to achieve this through the implementation of social interfaces.
See also - haptic virtual reality social interfaces interaction design interactionInteractivity also relates to new media technologies''' where humans are now able to intereact with the lastest technologies around them including the red button on the television and also being able to choose certain camera angles as well as creating web blogs and podcasts etc.It is opposite to interpassivity.**MDY*** Typically used to describe a flexible, varied reaction, from a piece of computer software to user input. Responses are usually specific, limited and within a finite parameter of acceptable responses. Though a vast data-set of material, anticipating all possible user inputs, can create the superficial illusion of a thinking machine. ***MDY***
References - :Rafaeli, S. (1988). Interactivity: From new media to communication. In R. P. Hawkins, J. M. Wiemann, & S. Pingree (Eds.), ''Sage Annual Review of Communication Research: Advancing Communication Science: Merging Mass and Interpersonal Processes, 16'', 110-134. Beverly Hills: Sage.: See Sheizaf Rafaeli's home page !(http://sheizaf.rafaeli.net)fr :InteractivitéCategory:Inform ation? sciencecompu-stub DEBUG REDIRECT (interactivity)
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Websites
ICL Conference
This interdisciplinary conference aims to focus on the exchange of relevant trends and research results as well as the presentation of practical experiences gained while developing and testing elements of interactive computer aided learning.
http://www.icl-conference.org/
Haertenliste Umweltschutz und Demokratie e.V.
Public affairs with local concern, discussions on it, interactive features, with focus on environmental items.
http://www.haertenliste.de
Bohemia Interactive Studio
Website for game developer Bohemia Interactive Studio. Developer of Operation Flashpoint, VBS1 (Virtual Battlefield Simulator), Armed Assault (ArmA) and Game2.
http://www.bistudio.com/
Feedtank
A collective of digital artists using new technologies to create playful interactive spectacles.
http://www.feedtank.com/
Groupboard
Interactive website tools for education, business and fun. Add whiteboard, chat, games, message boards, voice-over-ip conferencing and web conferencing to your site by simply copying a few lines of HTML code.
http://www.groupboard.com/
A graphic & web design communication firm
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Neo-Archaic
Interactive design and development for websites, multimedia, cd-rom, games, and online applications.
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Paul Johnson Interactive
Flash and Illustration Solutions for Web Development.
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Graphic Design & Advertising Agency
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Metia Interactive
Game development company based in Auckland, New Zealand.
http://metia.co.nz/
YUM Interactive Inc.
YUM Interactive Inc. is a web development firm that creates great web solutions for small to medium sized companies and individuals. We build powerful web experiences and will help your business develop a rich web presence.
http://www.yuminteractive.com/
Mutant Eggplant
Migratory web poetics of Fung Lin Hall, dedicated to art, literature, film, humor and reflection.
http://www.mutanteggplant.com/
Science interactive simulations
Pedagocical interactive simulations for science education
http://www.edumedia.fr
Science Academy.TV
ScienceAcademy.tv is Science Academy Software's high bandwidth educational game portal for high bandwidth clients. Features BasketMathV3--a math drill and practice basketball game software.
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Differnet Multimedia CD ROM, WEB AND MULTIMEDIA DESIGN
Differnet Multimedia provide on-budget, on-time multimedia solutions. Specialising in website design, hosting, search engine promotion, interactive CD ROM production and multimedia presentations.
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The Realm of Shadow Glen - ShadowGlen.com
A fantasy gameworld based on Celtic and Pagan beliefs. Many races, skills, runic magicks and extensive character customization! Fun for all ages.
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Paul Kiesche Design
A Design, Illustration & Fine Art Company with a creative edge that delivers effective solutions. A Print, Interactive and Identity Design Firm devoted to keeping design an art form. Fresh and imaginative Illustrations that breathe life into any story or design.
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Anton Graphics
Illustration, comic art and animation by Australia's Anton Emdin.
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John H Gregory - 20 Years of Trailblazing Interactive Advertising
John Gregory is a 20-year ad agency creative from the copy/concept side who, for the past 10 years as an interactive advertising creative director has blazed many trails and won boxes full of international awards in the process.
http://www.engauged.com/portfolio
viZoo - Advanced Video Design
With viZoo you can create the perfect illusion in Free Format™. A free-floating hologram which looks absolutely true to life - reminding many people of the Star Wars series.
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TrueZeal: Greenville SC Multimedia Design, Logos & Presentations for Upstate Business.
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CNN
Cable News Network
http://www.cnn.com/
Mapquest
Provides online maps, driving directions and trip planning. The toolbar provides the map functionality in your browser.
http://www.mapquest.com
The Lancet
UK medical journal. Online version allows only limited access to articles unless you subscribe. Discussion forum available.
http://www.thelancet.com/
Wall Street Journal Interactive Edition
Wall street journal international information provider. Covers business news worldwide.
http://www.wsj.com/
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