Post by Mech on Nov 14, 2003 4:36:52 GMT -5
Behavior-Monitoring Machines
A new breed of computer software keeps tabs on how people and objects act. To really work, though, these programs have to learn and adapt.
By Erik Sherman
November 12, 2003
He sees you when you’re sleeping, he knows when you’re awake. Ever wonder how Santa has time to keep tabs on the world while building toys? Maybe he’s using behaviometric software—applications designed to understand the behavior of people and things and to react appropriately in order to provide security, facilitate health care, and enhance productivity.
www.technologyreview.com/articles/wo_sherman111203.asp