Constructive approaches to internet recreation in the workplace

ABSTRACT

"Banana Time" takes on new dimensions when it comes to the Internet.

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INDEX TERMS

Primary Classification:
  H. Information Systems
  H.1 MODELS AND PRINCIPLES
      H.1.2 User/Machine Systems
          Subjects: Human factors

Additional Classification:
  K. Computing Milieux
  K.4 COMPUTERS AND SOCIETY
      K.4.2 Social Issues
      K.4.3 Organizational Impacts

General Terms:
Human Factors, Management