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human–computer interaction
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academic discipline
Human–computer interaction (HCI) is an academic field that studies how people use computers and technology, focusing on designing interfaces and systems that are easy and effective to use. It matters because it helps create technology that better fits how humans naturally work and think, making computers and software more accessible and useful for everyone.
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Encyclopedic overview
A computer monitor provides a visual interface between the machine and the user.
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".
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