User interface Flashcards

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Q

What are a graphical user interfaces benefits/drawbacks?

A

Microsoft windows is an example of a GUI.

Easy to use 
Commands are presented on screen
Good for more visual software
Better accessibility
Runs slower than CLI
Slower to control than CLI
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What are a command-line benefits/drawbacks?

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UNIX is an example of a CLI

Uses less system resources than GUI
For experts, this is a fast interface
Needs expertise
User needs to remember the commands

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What are the features of a GUI that make it easy for users to use?

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Icons to click on to start actions
A touch screen
Voice recognition
Magnifiers to make part of the screen larger
A home button so the user can easily return to the main screen

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