human–computer interaction

Academic discipline

Conceptacademic discipline academic majorQ207434

Also known as HCI · human-computer interaction · human–computer interface · computer-human interaction · human computer interaction

Instance of: academic discipline
, academic major
Subclass of: computer science
, interaction science
, human-machine interaction

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Human–computer interaction (HCI) is the process through which people operate and engage with computer systems. Research in HCI covers the design and the use of computer technology, which focuses on the interfaces between people (users) and computers. HCI researchers observe how people interact with computers and design technologies that allow humans to interact with computers in new ways. These include visual, auditory, and tactile (haptic) feedback systems, which serve as channels for interaction in both traditional interfaces and mobile computing contexts. A device that allows interaction between human and a computer is known as a "human–computer interface". For example: the design of a smartphone's touchscreen interface involves HCI principles to ensure that icons are large enough to be tapped easily, and that gestures are supported.

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