Terminal Time is defined as a construction of ideologically-biased documentary histories in response to audience feedback. The audience answers multiple-choice questions via an applause meter. I'd have to say that the whole concept of terminal time is extremely intriguing. Like the book describes, terminal time is in its own way, a work of art. Terminal Time is subjective, because of its correlations between history and art; it is totally based on the viewer's/observer's interoperation and perspective.
Terminal Time is heavily dependent on the viewers interaction, as it swings back and forth between our own participation and its own presentation; carrying our own sets of beliefs and preconception. I thought this was interesting, because it creates a unique experience based off the viewer's ideals and perspectives. In our everyday lives, we present ourselves based off a generally shared sum of beliefs and prejudices, we call this culture. I found it interesting how the book brought this up as an example as our daily lives is a constant oscillation between presenting and spectating. We have to constantly take into consideration the opinion of others, this is especially the case for an artist or designer. This is also similar to the windows and mirrors concept; as when we participate we lose consciousness of what we are viewing, taking it in, or better, observing it like throw a window. However, it is also like a mirror in which our own views and ideals frame it to form an interpretation.
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