Virtual World Experiments In Focus: Linux Insider
Education in Virtual Worlds, Second Life, Virtual World Platforms | (0)
Cost-cutting and limitless experimentation: these are key reasons why conferences, case studies and scientific experiments should take place in virtual worlds, according to LinuxInsider (LI).
The site recently published a two-part series that looked at the success of scientific experiments in virtual worlds, including Second Life and World of Warcraft. The publication found that costs are significantly lowered as travel expenses are eliminated, which also helps to boost attendance at any given event. The upside is also huge for scientific experimenters:
"Due to the nature of virtual worlds," said Aimee M. Roberts, analyst of digital media at Frost & Sullivan, ...