They're intended for network connectivity and to service as physical licence keys for software.

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They will still achieve universal connectivity, yes, but via that mobile technology not a physical connection.

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"Density and street connectivity also matter, but mixed use is the most important factor relating to physical activity and obesity, " said lead author Lawrence Frank , now a professor at the University of British Columbia.

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