GUI Fundamentals and Interaction Design Quiz

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What are the two basic parts of a GUI?

Application window and operating system

Which principle of good interaction design focuses on making the purpose of software and its components easy to understand?

Clear mental model

What is the purpose of the operating system in the context of GUI?

Providing basic building blocks for the application window

What should every command with the same name do in good interaction design?

Have consistent behavior throughout the software Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of understanding user or client in the interface design process?

Understanding their innate and learned characteristics Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of Step 6 in the system development process?

Selecting the proper device-based controls Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of Step 10 in system development?

Choosing the proper colors Signup and view all the answers

What does Step 7 of the system development process involve?

Choosing the proper screen-based controls Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of Step 11 in system development?

Creating meaningful graphics, icons, and images Signup and view all the answers

What is the main objective of Step 9 in system development?

Writing clear text and messages Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a GUI?

Displaying an application window on the computer screen Signup and view all the answers

What does 'navigability' refer to in good interaction design principles?

Enabling the user to know where they are and how to get back Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of 'intuitive interaction' in good interaction design?

Making the purpose of each UI element easy to understand Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of Step 1 in the interface design process?

Identifying people's innate and learned characteristics Signup and view all the answers

In good interaction design, what does 'clear mental model' refer to?

Helping the user understand the overall purpose of the software and its components Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of Step 5 in the system development process?

Selecting the proper kinds of windows for tasks Signup and view all the answers

What is the main objective of Step 7 in system development?

Identifying and providing the proper screen-based controls Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of Step 10 in system development?

Providing effective internationalization and accessibility Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of Step 8 in system development?

Writing clear text and messages Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of Step 9 in system development?

Providing effective feedback and guidance and assistance Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

GUI Basics

The two basic parts of a GUI are:
- Output devices (e.g., monitors)
- Input devices (e.g., keyboards, mice)

Good Interaction Design Principles

The principle of discoverability focuses on making the purpose of software and its components easy to understand
Every command with the same name should do the same thing, ensuring consistency
Navigability refers to the ease of navigating through the interface
Intuitive interaction means the interface is easy to use without prior training or experience
A clear mental model refers to the user's understanding of how the system works

System Development Process

Step 1-11

Step 1 in interface design: Focus on understanding the user or client
Step 5 in system development: Unclear (no information provided)
Step 6 in system development: Unclear (no information provided)
Step 7 in system development: Involves testing and iteration
Step 8 in system development: Primary focus on maintenance and support
Step 9 in system development: Main objective is implementation
Step 10 in system development: Primary focus on deployment and delivery
Step 11 in system development: Primary focus on evaluation and maintenance

Operating System and GUI

The primary function of a GUI is to interact with the operating system
The operating system's purpose in the context of GUI is to manage hardware resources and provide a platform for running applications