Toronto-based company Rypple for example provides a means for individuals to send out and collect input from their network, whether identified or anonymous.

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By using a controller device called the WACI NX you could turn on the TV, turn on the XBOX, switch to the correct input on the TV, and send the PLAY command to XBMC all in 1 button press on your PSP.

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Such input doesn't actually control battlefield assets, but it does send orders to the appropriate personnel so they can be executed, and soldiers confirm receipt of the order via instant message.

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He asked the White House to send a team to Capitol Hill to work with the committee, and he called on Koop and Kessler for input and support.

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