presenting data and results

Question 1

what is tabular data?

Answer 1

Tabular data is simply the data contained in a table

Question 2

what is graphical data?

Answer 2

data which is presented graphically

Question 3

what us error reduction

Answer 3

• automating certain aspects eg drop down boxes/checkboxes
• labelling input areas so users know what information to input
• providing warnings when incorrect data is entered
• colour coding

Question 4

Why is ease of use and accessibility important?

Answer 4

A user interface needs to make it easy for users to navigate regardless of disability.

Question 5

What is intuitiveness

Answer 5

An intuitive user interface allows users to easily work out how to use both interface and the data it provides without a lot of training.
E.g. clear navigation

Question 6

What is functionality?

Answer 6

The user interface must allow an organisation to make use of the data stored in the ways that it requires. E.g. a report on the items which are out of stock rather than a full stock report allows for more efficient working

Question 7

What is performance and compatibility?

Answer 7

A system needs to be able to process inputs to the user interface and present outputs quickly. Poor performance=frustration

The system must be comparable with other systems that either input or require an output from it