A Theory of Computer Semiotics

P. B. Andersen

ISBN 10: 0521393361 / ISBN 13: 9780521393362

Published by Cambridge University Press, 1991

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Druck auf Anfrage Neuware - Printed after ordering - Semiotics is the science of signs: graphical, such as pictures; verbal (writing or sounds); or others such as body gestures and clothes. Computer semiotics studies the special nature of computer-based signs and how they function in use. This 1991 book is based on ten years of empirical research on computer usage in work situations and contains material from a course taught by the author. It introduces basic traditional semiotic concepts and adapts them so that they become useful for analysing and designing computer systems in their symbolic context of work. It presents a novel approach to the subject, rich in examples, in that it is both theoretically systematic and practical. The author refers to and reinterprets techniques already used so that readers can deepen their understanding. In addition, it offers new techniques and a consistent perspective on computer systems that is particularly appropriate for new hardware and software (e.g. hypermedia) whose main functions are presentation and communication. This is a highly important work whose influence will be wide and longlasting.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: A Theory of Computer Semiotics
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication Date: 1991
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0521393361
• ISBN 13: 9780521393362
• Binding: Buch
• Condition: Neu
• Dimensions: 260W x 183H x 29D millimeters 260 millimeters width by 183 millimeters height by 29 millimeters depth
• Weight: 1050 grams

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Synopsis

This book introduces basic traditional semiotic concepts and adapts them so that they become useful for analyzing and designing computer systems in their symbolic context of work. It presents a novel approach to the subject, rich in examples, and is theoretically systematic but practical. The author refers to and reinterprets techniques already used, so that readers can deepen their understanding. In addition, it offers new techniques and a consistent perspective on computer systems that is particularly appropriate for new hardware and software whose main functions are presentation and communication. This book will benefit all involved in the development of systems in which meaning and interpretation are vital.

Book Description

This book introduces basic traditional semiotic concepts and adapts them to analyzing and designing computer systems in their symbolic context of work. It presents a novel approach to the subject, rich in examples, and is theoretically systematic but practical.