| Advances in computer and telecommunications technologies during the past several decades, have facilitated the creation of virtual communities and organizations throughout the world. As the growth in virtual communities accelerates, researchers are facing new challenges to learn about the latest of research and practices in this fast growing filed. The Encyclopedia of Virtual Communities and Technologies provides the most inclusive coverage of the concepts and realities in the field of virtual communities and technologies. The hundreds of entries included in this encyclopedia have been authored by leading international researchers, presenting an in-depth analysis of conceptual, technical, and the impacts of virtual environments in our global village. In addition, included entries provide coverage of different types of virtual communities, their social status and impact, and individual and group behavior in these communities. This encyclopedia also offers coverage of upcoming and emerging technologies for virtual communities human-computer interfaces, new networking, mobile computing, web services, and synchronous and asynchronous environments.
About the Author
Subhasish Dasgupta Ph. D., is assistant professor of information systems in the School of Business and Public Management, The George Washington University. His research interests include electronic commerce, information technology adoption and diffusion, effects of information technology investment on firm performance, group decision making and global information systems. He has published in journals such as Journal of Global Information Management, Logistics Information Management, Electronic Markets: The International Journal of Electronic Commerce and Business Media, Journal of Global Information Technology Management, and Simulation and Gaming Journal. Dr. Dasgupta has also presented his research at numerous regional, national and international conferences. He is the book "Managing Internet and Intranet Technologies in Organizations: Challenges and Opportunities", 2001, published by Idea group Publishing. |
