The DNS system maps names to IP addresses (and back again). A somewhat more mathematically complex mapping could link geometric shapes on a map with a URL via GPS. Think about it: go into a shopping center and instantly have a map of stores, locations of food, bathroom, and any other useful information. Mappings could overlay, so you could “zoom out” from the shopping center and simply view information about the city: know where the parks are, major roads, etc. This could also be done somewhat sloppier using a simple broadcast, though this would require additional infrastructure (new hardware everywhere).
It’s a bit like location-aware websites: location-dictated websites? Let’s build it!
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Hey wanker!
You needn’t put an ’s at the end of “Chris’s” — to start.
Also, can you please e-mail me as soon as possible?
Me love you long time.
P.S. I agree with the sentiments of this post.