Microsoft assimilates the human body as a conduit for consumer electronics

In summary, Microsoft has developed a technique that uses electrodes attached to the human body to transmit data and distribute power between devices, reducing I/O redundancy. This technology is outlined in a United States patent and was awarded to Microsoft and its associates. However, this technology may pose a risk for those with pacemakers and has also caused system shutdowns and errors for some users.
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Researchers at Microsoft have devised a technique to assimilate the human body as a conduit for consumer electronics. How did Microsoft accomplish this feat? Electrodes attached to body use the skin as a system bus to transmit data and as a conductive medium to distribute power between devices. Microsoft's desired effect is to cut back on the I/O redundancy that results from when multiple devices attempt to communicate.

A glimpse of the exact technique used by Microsoft is outlined in United States patent number 6,754,472 and was awarded to Microsoft and its associates this past Tuesday. [continued]

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This is a technology someone with a pacemaker doesn't want :eek:

This system is shutting down. Please save all work in progress and log off. Any unsaved changes will be lost. This shutdown was initiated by NT AUTHORITY\SYSTEM

Windows must now restart because the Remote Procedure Call (RPC) service terminated unexpectedly.

The computer will be restarted - it has been initiated by the NT authority system because the remote procedure call (RPC service) terminated unexpectedly.

Generic Host Process for Win32 Services has encountered a problem and needs to close. We are sorry for the inconvenience

The program svchost.exe has generated errors and will be closed by Windows. You will have to restart the program

Ahh, my heart...must manually reboot...
 
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Just wait until a mutant virus can infect both the human and the computers!

"Okay kids, take your Nortons so you don't get sick"
 

What does it mean for Microsoft to assimilate the human body?

Assimilation in this context refers to the integration of technology into the human body, potentially allowing for the use of human tissues and organs as conduits for consumer electronics.

Why would Microsoft want to assimilate the human body?

Assimilation could potentially provide a more seamless and efficient way for individuals to interact with technology, as well as access and share information. It could also open up new possibilities for medical and health-related applications.

What are the potential benefits of this assimilation?

Potential benefits include increased convenience and mobility, enhanced communication and data transfer, and improved accessibility for individuals with disabilities. It could also lead to new advancements in medical treatments and interventions.

What are the potential risks or ethical concerns with this assimilation?

Some potential risks include privacy and security concerns, as well as the potential for exploitation and manipulation of the human body for commercial gain. There may also be ethical considerations regarding the use of human tissues and organs for non-medical purposes.

Is this assimilation currently possible or is it just a theoretical concept?

While there have been advancements in the integration of technology with the human body, such as prosthetics and brain-computer interfaces, the complete assimilation of the human body for consumer electronics is currently a theoretical concept and not yet possible. It may also face regulatory and ethical barriers that need to be addressed before it can become a reality.

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