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09/12/2001 Archived Entry: "12-September-2001 -- Machine Alienation: A Probe Into Human Interaction With Computers"

Machine Alienation: A Probe Into Human Interaction With Computers -- "Hence, what makes a computer friendly or unfriendly? This question is central for companies who manufacture computers, products, and software. Human and computer interaction (HCI) is entirely user-based. There is an increase in awareness in HCI and that the design of computers and its interface is crucial for its efficiency and acceptability. The aim of this paper is to inform the reader of different factors related to HCI, by discussing and giving examples of the user, graphical interfaces, ergonomics and the physical design of the computer."

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