The four
topics for this blog post are database, network, sociology, and future. All of
these topics are very major components with regards to "Intelligent
Buildings" and the technology. Each of these topics is discussed
individually below.
Database
The article titled "2014 in Computing: Breakthroughs
in Artificial Intelligence" was a very good read after what was discussed
in the previous class. The article discussing how software is being used to
replace the work humans can do. To do this, a database has to be used in order
to coordinate and design software that can be programmed to do something like
this. The article also discusses using a genetic database for testing purposes.
A database is a multidisciplinary tool that is very useful in technology and in
"Intelligent Buildings".
As I have read in previous posts, I am a Digital Building
concentration as well and am taking a class called INFO210. This class deals
greatly with databases and how they are used and incorporated in the design of
software and programming. This class is very helpful to the understanding of a
database.
Source: http://www.technologyreview.com/news/533686/2014-in-computing-breakthroughs-in-artificial-intelligence/
Network
The article titled "Modern security tactics fail to
protect against malware, study finds" is an interesting article in regards
to the ideas of computer and network security. A network, with respect to
computer or data, is defined as a telecommunications network that allows
computers to exchange data. A network is pertinent from communications
standpoint because they are necessary to have when connecting between multiple
sources. Networks would be useful in an "Intelligent Building"
because of security systems and other technology like intercoms and such.
As reading in other posts, another prime example of a
network is in homes or buildings by the use of Wi-Fi. This is something I did
not originally discuss when talking about networks in an "Intelligent
Building". A Wi-Fi network needs to be secure for many reasons because of
privacy issues, as well as not allowing outside sources to access.
Source: http://www.cnet.com/news/modern-security-tactics-fail-to-protect-against-malware-new-study-finds/
Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Computer_network
Sociology
The article titled "Study to Examine Effects of
Artificial Intelligence" is a great resource to use when trying to
understand how this topic correlates to the class. At first, I saw this topic
and I thought to myself, why is this topic included? How is this related to
"Intelligent Building"? But after consideration and understanding
exactly what sociology is, it makes sense. Sociology is the study of social
behavior. The article addresses this issue perfectly. It discusses the belief
that AI is taking over and humans will be "in charge", but other than
that, AI will be able to perform tasks that humans did previously. This study
has been in the process for multiple years and will continue to be the focus
for years to come.
This topic was discussed in class after watching the video
of the quad helicopters constructing the building. At first glance, I assumed
the quad helicopters were being operated by humans and the bricks were being
placed. But after discussion and Professor Mitchell making a good point, the
placement of the bricks were too precise and methodical. The process was very
blatant and very technical, with each quad helicopter moving in a path and
picking up and dropping into place. This has a large effect on society because
this process eliminated humans to build the structure, but only using humans to
design and program.
Source: http://www.nytimes.com/2014/12/16/science/century-long-study-will-examine-effects-of-artificial-intelligence.html?partner=rss&emc=rss&_r=0
Future
Every article you will read about "Intelligent
Buildings" will deal with the future. This whole idea is considered the
future. The article titled "Intel shares futuristic vision of the
connected world" was a good read and an article that could be discussed.
The title clearly states discussing the future with the world and being
connected through technology. CES 2015 had a main focus on the 'Internet of
Things' which is the discussion of objects, appliances, and devices being
interconnected. This has already started with such things as the Nest,
connecting the home thermostat and being automatic and using a smartphone to
control. The future just allows for even more detail and more optimum
use.
This topic was discussed in great detail on many of the
previous blog posts, as well as in class many times. One of the key discussions
is that with time, technology will be even more developed and in depth in the
future. Every day, people are learning new things and conducting new
experiments and new tests, and changing the way technology is used. Nobody
knows what the future holds and "Intelligent Buildings" could easily
be a huge part of the future.
Source: http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/ces/11329790/Intel-shares-futuristic-vision-of-the-connected-world.html
As you, I was asking myself how sociology is related with intelligent buildings. Your topic about the AI and how the society thinks about it really is a mix of the concepts of sociology and intelligent buildings. the AI is a very promising technology for the future and the way that it affect the society its a important topic. good job.
ReplyDeleteI actually read the same article about modern security tactics and also found myself neglecting to think about security over a wireless network and was more fixated on LAN connected systems.
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