Wednesday, May 21, 2003

Roman 'Virtual Reality' Recreated

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BBC News:

The Romans invented many things but it may come as a surprise to some that they could also be responsible for a rudimentary version of virtual reality. Researchers at the University of Warwick have uncovered 3D paintings in the ancient villas of Pompeii which used tricks similar to virtual reality to impress guests.

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