Introduction to Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)
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What is the main goal of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)?

  • To complicate interactions with computers and devices
  • To make technology work only for computer experts
  • To make technology work smoothly and easily for humans (correct)
  • To limit human interaction with technology

    • Which perspective of Interaction Design is focused on putting the user at the center of the design process?

  • People-centered design
  • Customer experience design
  • User-centered design (correct)
  • Human-centered design

    • What is the best way to interact with a smart TV based on the given information?

  • Voice control using remote or smart speaker (correct)
  • Pecking using a grid keyboard via a remote control
  • Swiping across two alphanumeric rows using a touchpad on a remote control
  • Using a traditional keyboard and mouse

    • Which statement best describes the transition from physical artifacts to digital activities?

    <p>The transition has made activities more convenient and accessible</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main advantage of using ticket machines and parking meters?

    <p>Makes tasks easier, quicker, and more convenient</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a disadvantage mentioned in the text regarding the use of ticket machines and parking meters?

    <p>Not everyone has a modern smartphone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the goal of interaction design?

    <p>To develop usable products</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which academic disciplines contribute to Interaction Design?

    <p>Psychology, Social Sciences, Computing Sciences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between Interaction Design and User Interface Design?

    <p>User Interface Design is a subcategory of Interaction Design</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the interdisciplinary fields that 'do' interaction design?

    <p>Cognitive Engineering</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Interaction Design support?

    <p>The way people communicate and interact in their everyday lives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Experience Design (UX)' falls under which term according to the text?

    <p>'Interaction Design'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Human Factors' is mentioned in relation to which field?

    <p>'HCI'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of interaction design?

    <p>Designing interactive products to support the way people communicate and interact in their everyday lives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between Interaction Design and User Interface Design?

    <p>User Interface Design is a subset of Interaction Design</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the disadvantages mentioned in the text regarding the use of ticket machines and parking meters?

    <p>Not everyone has a modern smartphone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which academic disciplines contribute to Interaction Design?

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

    What is the main goal of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)?

    <p>Optimizing the interaction between humans and computers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)?

    <p>Making technology work smoothly and easily for humans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the TiVo remote considered to be better designed than standard remote controls?

    <p>It has a peanut shape to fit in the hand and a logical layout with color-coded, distinctive buttons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the best way to interact with a smart TV based on the given information?

    <p>Voice control using remote or smart speaker</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main goal of Interaction Design?

    <p>To design comfortable and enjoyable connections between humans and technology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of transitioning from physical artifacts to digital activities?

    <p>It leads to simpler and more seamless interactions for users</p> Signup and view all the answers

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