Chumming The indiscriminate distribution of one's business card, media kit, et cetera, in the hope of attracting someone important.
The Grid A next-generation Internet being developed by scientists in Europe and the US. The Grid will let researchers use remote super computers and more intelligent search software to sift through data from large-scale efforts such as the Human Genome Project.
Mutter Machine A device that plays office background sounds, such as chatting and laughing, to make a smaller office sound like a larger, busier one.
Wall Humping The act of rubbing one's thigh against a proximity card reader to unlock a secure door without removing the card from one's pocket.
Whole-Brain Emulation Transferring human consciousness to a machine; also called "mind uploading."
Tip o' the flattop coconut to Paul McFedries, Matthew J. Rechs.
- Gareth Branwyn (jargon@wiredmag.com)
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