ICT 2024

• Flow charts


  Visual representations using symbols and arrows to illustrate the flow of processes or steps in a system or algorithm
• Mind maps


  Diagrammatic representations that organize information around a central concept, using branches to connect related ideas
• Library (part of mind maps)


  A collection of pre-defined symbols, icons, or elements that can be used to create mind maps
• Tunnel timeline (part of mind maps)


  A visual representation of time-related data or events in a mind map, resembling a tunnel-like structure
• Presentation


  A format or tool for delivering information, ideas, or content to an audience using visual slides
• Visualisation diagrams


  Diagrams or charts that use visual elements, such as graphs, charts, or illustrations, to represent data or concepts
• Wireframes


  Simple, schematic representations or blueprints of a user interface (UI) or website design, outlining the structure and functionality
• What to include in designs questions

  Colour scheme (annotated), House style (Font, font size), Logo, Images (Labelled), Relevant company details
• If you are designing a website or form you should include:

  Help message for input boxes, Error messages for input boxes, Buttons for navigation, Validation rules (presence check) and data types
• Banking: HCI in banking


  User interfaces used in digital banking applications and services, including online banking portals and mobile banking apps
• Banking: HCI in banking


  • Advantages: Convenient access to accounts
  • Disadvantages: Security concerns
• Embedded Systems: HCI for embedded systems

  Interfaces on devices with specific functions, such as smart home devices
• Embedded Systems: HCI for embedded systems

  • Advantages: Simplified and task-specific interfaces
  • Disadvantages: Limited user interaction options
• Entertainment: HCI in entertainment


  User interfaces for gaming consoles, streaming platforms, and media players, aiming to provide an enjoyable and immersive experience
• Entertainment: HCI in entertainment

  • Advantages: Easy access to content libraries
  • Disadvantages: Potential distractions and addiction
• Fitness and Home Appliances: HCI for fitness devices and home appliances

  User interfaces on devices like fitness trackers, smartwatches, and smart home gadgets
• Fitness and Home Appliances: HCI for fitness devices and home appliances

  • Advantages: Real-time monitoring and feedback
  • Disadvantages: Limited screen size on wearables
• Retail: HCI in retail

  Interfaces used in self-checkout kiosks
• Retail: HCI in retail

  • Advantages: Faster and more efficient checkout processes e.g self-service
  • Disadvantages: Learning curve for first-time users
• Display: Type


  The technology or method used for visual output, such as LCD, LED
• Display: Size


  The physical dimensions of the display, typically measured diagonally, affecting the viewing experience and usability e.g monitor or smartphone
• Resources: Memory


  The storage capacity and type of memory available for storing and accessing data and applications
• Resources: CPU Processing power


  Determining the device's ability to handle tasks and multitask programs
• Operating system


  Software that manages computer hardware and software resources e.g Apple iOS
• Digital platforms


  • Database
  • Mobile app
  • Spreadsheet
  • Website
• Gesture


  User interaction method that involves using hand or body movements to control and navigate a system or device
• Keyboard


  User interaction method where input is provided through pressing keys on a keyboard
• Mouse


  Used to control the position of a cursor on a screen and perform actions by clicking buttons
• Touch


  User interaction method that allows users to interact with a touch-sensitive screen or surface by directly touching or tapping it with their fingers
• Voice


  User interaction method where users provide input and control a system or device using spoken commands or voice recognition technology
• Data


  Facts and figures that have no meaning or link
• Information


  Data that is given meaning
• Information


  Data + [Structure] + [Context]
• Alphanumeric


  A data type that includes both letters and numbers e.g Password123
• Boolean


  A data type that only has two responses e.g Yes or No
• Date/Time


  A data type that stores a range of dates and time formats e.g 20/07/2023
• Numeric


  Stores a number in a variety of ways e.g £100
• Text


  A data type that represents any character e.g Password123?£
• Validation


  Validation is one way of trying to reduce the number of errors in the data being entered into your system
• Data type check


  A data validation type that verifies whether the entered data matches the expected data type, such as checking if a numerical value is entered in a numeric field