Virtual reality is an artificial environment created with computer hardware and software and presented to the user in such a way that it appears and feels like a real environment.

If you’re uncertain about what VR all means, this glossary, written by Madeline Clarke for TechRepublic Premium, will help your understanding.

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  Haptics

  The science of applying tactile sensation to human interaction with computers. A haptic device is one that involves physical contact between the computer and the user, usually through an input/output device, such as a joystick or data gloves, that senses the body’s movements.

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