I was drawn to the computer method/technique of simulation. I think the ability to mimic or imitate something is a very strong force and certainly brings up the ideas of increase in technology becoming threatening. I think that simulation holds a lot of threats within what it is capable of. One thing that struck me from today’s discussion was the Tom Cruise imitation technology. If we are able to imitate others through a visual lens there can be a lot of dangerous things with this, especially going as far as political threats.
(The Verge)
On the other hand I think simulation holds something very amazing for the world of digital gaming. There are VR games that simulate real world activities and really put you into a new environment. As an art form this can develop as our knowledge of technology increases. I can visualize a future where simulation has brought new reality based experiences, such as not actually having to leave to go to work. There may be a future where people simply put on a head set and enter a virtual world. People can also use this technology to make works of art that are either new worlds as it holds an infinite number of possibilities that can take on whatever someone could imagine.
(WearableTechnologies.com)
With the method of simulation I would be most interested in using it to travel the world. If I could have something that perfectly simulated what going to other countries would be like, but without the hassle and price of traveling that would be ideal. I do think there is benefits to seeing the real thing, but if this technology was available, more traveling could actually take place and more people could be involved in the experience.