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Question | Answer |
Definition of a Human-Computer interface | A HCI provides the means to give computers instructions and receive its output |
What does a GUI stand for? | Graphical User Interface |
What are the main features of a GUI? | Icons Windows Menus Pointer |
Two examples of software which uses a GUI | Word Processor Internet pages |
Three Advantages of a GUI | Easy to use Dont need any real computing knowledge Often comes with help tools |
Three disadvantages of a GUI | Needs more RAM to run More processing power needed Can be slower than a command line |
What are the main features of a Menu Interface? | Takes users from one screen to another based on choices made from a simple menu |
Two examples of software which uses a Menu Interface | Cash Machine DVD Movie Menu |
Three advantages of a Menu Interface | Easy to use Cannot get lost in Easy to create |
Three disadvantages of a Menu Interface | If badly designed can be slow and confusing Can be boring and irritating Takes a long time |
What are the Main Features of a Form Based Interface? | Computer based data capture interface and can be made of single line text fields, text boxes, drop down menus, tick boxes and radio buttons |
Where would you normally find a Form Based Interface? | Online Questionnaires Credit card information (online shopping) |
Three advantages of a Form Based Interface | Easy to summit details No handwriting errors Autofill options |
Three disadvantages of a Form Based Interface | Time consuming Options may be limited Validation rules might reject information |
What are the main features of a Natural Language Interface? | Allows users to speak or type normally |
Two Examples of a Natural Language Interface | Siri Dictation Software |
Three advantages of a Natural Language Interface | No training needed Ideal for physically disabled users Novel (Fun) |
Three disadvantages of a Natural Language Interface | GUI can be easier to use May struggle with accents Relies on quality of programming |
What is a Command Line Interface? | Typically only used by technicians |
Three advantages of a Command Line Interface | All functions of software avaliable Features can be accessed quickly Little memory needed |
Three disadvantages of a Command Line Interface | Software Specific Language must be known Spelling mistakes and Typos have a effect File and Folder structure not obvious |
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