Chapter 2: Exploring the Human-Computer Interface Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
What is feedback?
A
Any indication that the computer is still working or has completed the request
2
Q
What is the UI?
A
It stands for User Interface. The way a user interacts with the system and how it responds to such interaction. For example, colors, contrast, buttons interaction, touch feedback, hover-on feedback, etc.
3
Q
What is the UX?
A
It stands for User Experience. The feeling a user has when interacting with a system. For instance, how easy was to manipulate the application in general.
4
Q
What is analog information?
A
Information that comes from or is stored on a continuously variable medium
5
Q
What is a metaphor?
A
Representing new ideas, concepts or functionalities by associating them with over familiar concepts.
6
Q
What is the GUI?
A
The Graphical User Interface
