Rich interaction in networked virtual environments
Tony Manninen · 2000
INTRODUCTION The aim of this research is to provide a definition, taxonomy and hierarchical model of interaction in the context of Networked Virtual Environments (Net-VE). This author believes that the theories and use of virtual environments would be expanded and enhanced if researchers and practitioners were to target their focus towards interactions occurring inside the computerised environments. According to NRC [1] the meaning of word interactivity is not yet fully explored, thus, suggesting further and deeper studies of multidisciplinary approach. Furthermore, the report states that research should also concentrate on understanding interaction in terms of how it is defined and perceived, what is expected and needed, and what are the analogues, for example, in theatre, storytelling, improvisation, and the entertainment industry. The interaction, interactivity, and interactive applications have been widely studied by many disciplines. Still, it seems that