Understanding Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)

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What is the primary concern of the field of Human-Computer Interaction?

The physical characteristics of computers

The theoretical aspects of computer systems

The interaction between people and computers (correct)

The development of more effective weapons

What is the term for the individual, group, or sequence of users in an organization who use technology to get the job done?

System

User (correct)

Task

Computer

When did the term HCI become popular?

In the 1940s

In the 1990s

In the 1980s (correct)

During World War II

What is the difference between 'useful' and 'usable' in the context of HCI?

Useful refers to functionality, while usable refers to ease of use Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the Ergonomics Research Society, established in 1949?

The physical characteristics of machines and systems Signup and view all the answers

What are the three components of HCI?

The computer, the user, and the task Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the study of Human-Computer Interaction?

Understanding human performance and behavior Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the interaction between a user and a computer?

Dialogue Signup and view all the answers

When did the study of human performance begin?

In the last century Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern of Ergonomics and Human Factors?

User performance Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of HCI research?

To understand human-computer interactions Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the physical, psychological, and theoretical aspects of human-computer interaction?

Interaction Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of usability in HCI?

To make computers more user-friendly Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of computers in HCI?

To assist users in performing tasks Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of HCI research in the context of systems?

User performance Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between Ergonomics and HCI?

Ergonomics and HCI have overlapping concerns Signup and view all the answers

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