GLOSSAIRE
Avatar : It's the graphic representation of the Internet user, in 2D or 3D. On the web, the avatar is the numerical identity, the profile which can be usually customized by the Internet user.
Virtual Community : Tools which allow one or several people to play, work together (blogs, forums…). In a 3D virtual universe, the Internet user interacts with others, he shares playful ,complex activities, and emotions.
Collaboration functions : Tools which allow one or several people to play, work together (blogs, forums…). In a 3D virtual universe, the Internet user interacts with others, he shares playful ,complex activities, and emotions.
Virtual Gallery : Transposition of shops in a 3D universe. The internet user walks around, check products in a stage setting, meet other users. He can go shopping like in the "real" life.
Modelling : In 3D computer graphics, 3D modeling is the process of developing a mathematical representation of any three-dimensional surface of object (either inanimate or living) via specialized software. The product is called a 3D model. It can be displayed as a two-dimensional image through a process called 3D rendering or used in a computer simulation of physical phenomena. The model can also be physically created using 3D Printing devices.
Internet user profiling : Determination of consumer profile thanks to information (characteristic, kind of purchase, survey…) from the data base.
