Human-Computer Etiquette Cultural Expectations and the Design Implications They Place on Computers and Technology

• Other Authors: Miller, Christopher A. (Editor), Hayes, Caroline C. (Editor)
• Format: Book
• Language: English
• Published: Boca Raton CRC Press 2011
• Series: Supply chain integration
• Subjects: User interfaces (Computer systems) > Design; Etiquette > Social aspects; Computers > Social aspects; Human-computer interaction > Design
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 The book illustrates how socially acceptable conventions can strongly impact the effectiveness of human-computer interactions and how to consider such norms in the design of human-computer interfaces. Providing a complete introduction to the design of social responses to computers, the text emphasizes the value of social norms in the development of usable and enjoyable technology. It also describes the role of socially correct behavior in technology adoption and how to design human-computer interfaces for a competitive global market.