Distributed systems support for computer supported cooperative work
1992; Elsevier BV; Volume: 15; Issue: 8 Linguagem: Inglês
10.1016/0140-3664(92)90032-a
ISSN1873-703X
Autores Tópico(s)Service-Oriented Architecture and Web Services
ResumoDistributed systems have traditionally tackled problems associated with the interconnection of a number of computer systems. Until recently, the focus of this research has been on the development of solutions to the technological problems involved. The emergence of computer supported cooperative working (CSCW) has challenged this technological perspective by focusing on the group-working of a number of users. This paper briefly introduces the state-of-the-art in CSCW, and relates the general characteristics of existing CSCW systems to a variety of trends in distributed computing. It is argued that a reasonable correspondence exists between CSCW and distributed systems in terms of their geographical nature and style of interaction. However, a disparity appears when we examine how cooperation is represented and controlled in both CSCW and distributed systems. Strict distribution transparency is highlighted as the most significant manifestation of this disparity, often discouraging users from influencing control decisions. It is suggested a CSCW support layer is required to allow cooperating users to have greater involvement in deciding how control is achieved.
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