Constraint-based livespaces configuration management

ABSTRACT

In this paper, we describe use of constraint-based methods for configuring ubiquitous workspaces. A declarative representation allows succinct, easily maintainable definitions of the dependencies inherent in setting up a meeting, and permits the use of general constraint reasoners for various standard tasks such as setting up meeting interfaces, switching between setting for different meetings, and saving and restoring settings. Personalisation techniques can be used for intelligently adapting the workspace to individual user needs.

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INDEX TERMS

Primary Classification:
  H. Information Systems
  H.5 INFORMATION INTERFACES AND PRESENTATION (I.7)
      H.5.3 Group and Organization Interfaces

Additional Classification:
  I. Computing Methodologies
  I.2 ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
      I.2.4 Knowledge Representation Formalisms and Methods

General Terms:
Design, Human Factors, Languages

Keywords:
configuration, constraint satisfaction, liveSpaces, ubiquitous workspaces