HUMAN-COMPUTER INTERACTION AND COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS

1. Human-Computer Interaction

Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) is a multidisciplinary field that focuses on the design, evaluation, and implementation of interactive computing systems for human use, and the study of major phenomena surrounding them.

Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) is a field of study that focuses on how humans interact with computers and how to design computer systems that are efficient, user-friendly, and accessible. It involves understanding both human capabilities and limitations, as well as the technical aspects of computer systems.

BASICS OF HCI/ KEY CONCEPTS IN HCI

Understanding Users: HCI involves understanding the needs, capabilities, and limitations of the end users. This often includes aspects of psychology, ergonomics, and sociology to understand how people interact with technology.

Usability: This is a key concept in HCI and refers to how easy and efficient it is for users to achieve their goals within a system. Usability encompasses several factors including learnability, efficiency, memorability, error tolerance, and user satisfaction.

User Experience (UX)

• The overall experience a user has when interacting with a system.
• A good UX design ensures efficiency, effectiveness, and user satisfaction.