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The New Normal: The Many Facets of Virtual Reality

Virtual Reality has been\ the dream of many enthusiasts and computer engineers for decades. We are still a long way from The Matrix or the OASIS but VR is already making an impact on entertainment, education and more.

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Created March 15, 2020

Updated November 15, 2021

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