HCI - Accommodating human diversity
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| - | When designing a user interface many aspects of human diversity must be taken into account. Depending on the purpose of the software, designer must take into account factors such as: | + | The issue of computer interfaces has been thrust into light within the past few years mainly due to the graphics and processing capabilities that come along with practically all commercially available systems. |
| + | Designers are expected to provide a transparent interface to the core of their software that can facilitate work for all levels of users. | ||
| + | When designing a user interface many aspects of human diversity must be taken into account. Depending on the purpose of the software, designer must take into account factors such as but not limited to: | ||
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Revision as of 01:14, 17 November 2009
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Overview
The issue of computer interfaces has been thrust into light within the past few years mainly due to the graphics and processing capabilities that come along with practically all commercially available systems. Designers are expected to provide a transparent interface to the core of their software that can facilitate work for all levels of users. When designing a user interface many aspects of human diversity must be taken into account. Depending on the purpose of the software, designer must take into account factors such as but not limited to:
- Age
- Race
- Physical Attributes/Disabilities
- Educational Background
- Computer Expertise
- Geographical Location
- Cultural Background
Universal Design
Concerns, avoid cultural symbols, use universally understood metaphors. Ex: Don't use stop light. They aren't the same everywhere.
Accessibility
Concerns Age , Physical Disabilities, Education, Language Barrier
