History and Definition of Human Computer Interaction
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What does utility refer to in the context of system design?

  • The extent of functionality provided to users (correct)
  • The system's loading speed
  • The system's color scheme
  • The font used in the system

    • Which of the following is a key benefit of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) according to the text?

  • Raising support costs
  • Increasing development cost
  • Gaining market share (correct)
  • Reducing productivity

    • What does memorability refer to in terms of system usability?

  • Efficiency of the system
  • Ease of learning to use the system
  • The overall design aesthetic of the system
  • Ability to remember how to use the system once learned (correct)

    • In Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), what is usability measured by?

    <p>A measure of ease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which HCI design concept refers to the user's perception of how to interact with an object?

    <p>Affordance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is HCI according to the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM)?

    <p>Understanding major phenomena related to interactive computer systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the HCI goals at a physical level?

    <p>Utility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is usability defined with respect to HCI?

    <p>Ensuring interactive products are easy to learn, effective to use, and enjoyable from user perspective</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'effectiveness' refer to in usability goals?

    <p>How good a system is at doing what it is supposed to do</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some of the interrelated aspects of HCI as outlined in the text?

    <p>Human characteristics and software development methods</p> Signup and view all the answers

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