Introduction

Modern computing systems all too strongly attempt to follow the common desktop metaphor; even the smallest personal devices attempt to recreate the complex GUIs of their larger desk-bound PC cousins. This leads to machines with overly instrusive interfaces that require a users complete visual attention, making it almost impossible to use the system while engaged in other activities.

The systems presented here are the result of a desire to depart from this formula, to create a computing experience that doesn't stop when you finish pressing buttons. We are driving towards creating a variety of non-intrusive systems that are 'always there', recording and augmenting the flow of information in your daily life.

The Riot Projects are set apart from similar efforts by their use of consumer-level hardware. While this may prove limiting, it has the direct benefit of cutting down on the 'cyborg factor' that can come with custom hardware, as well as reducing cost and making these project relatively easy to reproduce.

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