Surface computer

Surface computer definition - computer

A table top computer from Microsoft that incorporates multitouch, hand gestures and optical recognition of objects placed on the screen. Introduced in 2008, the Surface's 30" touch screen is used without a mouse and keyboard and is large enough for group participation. See multitouch.


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An Electronic Light Table

Microsoft's Surface computer includes multitouch along with gesture and optical recognition. In this light table example, photos are being moved around as if they were printed on paper, but can also be resized using hand movements. (Image courtesy of Microsoft Corporation.)






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