The Social and Interactional Dimensions of Human-Computer Interfaces (Cambridge Series on Human-Computer Interaction, Series Number 10) - Hardcover

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 052145302X ISBN 13: 9780521453028

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 1995

Synopsis

The importance of sociological and anthropological contibutions to the design of human-computer interfaces has recently become recognised. Human-computer interfaces range from interfaces for single users to computer supported co-operative work. The Social and Interactional Dimensions of Human-Computer Interfaces considers issues concerning interpersonal dynamics, cultural readings of technology, the organisational contexts of technology, and the 'situated' nature of use and the processes of design. It is an unusual volume in that it covers theory, methodology and applications in depth. Researchers, designers, and graduate students concerned with the social implications of computers will find this book compelling reading.

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Book Description

The Social and Interactional Dimensions of Human-Computer Interfaces considers issues concerning interpersonal dynamics, cultural readings of technology, the organisational contexts of technology, and the 'situated' nature of use and the processes of design. It is an unusual volume in that it covers theory, methodology and applications in depth. Researchers, designers and graduate students concerned with the social implications of computers will find this book compelling reading.

Review

'This book is a very welcome addition to the HCI literature ... a very valuable book which ought to be read by workers (industrial as well as academic) in the field.' Dr. Ian A. Craig, Robotica

Edition details

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 1995
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 052145302X
• ISBN 13: 9780521453028
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 278
• Editor: Thomas Peter J.