CSC1110 HCI Revision Aug23

What culture does open source HCI software often promote?

• A culture of secrecy and exclusivity

• A culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and innovation

• A culture of high costs and limited access

• A culture of proprietary technology

What is key advantage of open source HCI software?

• Always bug free

• Controlled by a single company

• Allows for community for collaboration and contributions

• Constantly updated

Transparency important in open source HCI software because _________.

• Helps hide vulnerabilities

• Fosters accountability and ethical use

• Discourages collaboration

• Limits user customisation

The 'source code' of open source HCI software refer to the _________.

• User manual

• Programming code that makes up the software

• Licensing agreement

• Software's marketing materials

What can individuals and organisations do with open source HCI software?

• Only use it for non-commercial purposes

• Modify, distribute, and use it for any purpose

• Use it only if they donate to a charity

• Use it without adhering to any licensing agreements

Simplicity is a key consideration in HCI design for aging population because _________.

• Older adults generally uninterested in technology

• Simplicity is less important for older users

• It makes interfaces easier to be used

• Complex interfaces are more visually appealing

Clear text is important in HCI design for aging populations because _________.

• To challenge older adults to read small text

• To accommodate age related changes in vision

• To make interfaces look modern and stylish

• To make text overly large

How does HCI design impact accessibility?

• It creates visually stunning interfaces

• It only affects the elderly population

• It can make technology less accessible

• It can make technology more accessible to people with disabilities

How can HCI design impact user acceptance of technology?

• Leads to user rejection of technology

• Affecting opinion of HCI designers

• Influence user acceptance by making technology more intuitive

• Enhancing HCI designer's reputation and brand image

What is a potential limitation of HCI in terms of user acceptance and resistance to change?

• HCI design is always inclusive and considers all user needs

• HCI design can sometimes introduce changes that users resist

• Users are always highly receptive to changes in HCI design

• HCI design always ensures that technology remains up to date