Human-computer Interfaces

Human-computer Interfaces

1. Operating systems

   • Softwares for example programs
   • Is for controlling the hardware directly
   • Runs applications software

2. Function of operating systems

   • Deals with errors
   • provides a user interface
   • Provides interface between applications software and hardware

3. Functions of operating systems

   • Handles the storage of data
   • Maximizes memory use
   • Organises resources when tasks are being worked on simultaneously

4. Types of user interface

   • Voice driven
   • Touch sensitive
   • GUI - (Graphical user interface)
   • Biometric

5. WIMP

   • Windows
   • Icons
   • Menus
   • Pointers

6. Touch Sensitive - Devices

   • Mobile Phones
   • MP3 Players
   • Information kiosks